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34 Ayurveda

Ayurveda is unique amongst the healthcare disciplines in the world as it

places an emphasis on removing the causes of diseases and suffering.
Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest whole-body healing systems.

Tick (3) the correct option.

1. Ayurvedic medicine includes most of the following, except :
a) Diet modifications b) Homeopathy

c) Herbs d) Life style changes
2. Which of the following is an ancient Sanskrit spiritual text containing some of the
earliest written references to the theory and practice of Ayurveda ?

a) Ramayana b) Bhagavad Gita
c) Rig Veda d) All of these

3. Who is traditionally regarded as the founder of Ayurveda ?
a) Dhanvantari b) Airavata

c) Kamadhenu d) Shri Laxmi
4. Which Ayurvedic system originated as a spiritual practice in the Hindu religion but
has become popular in the west as a form of physical exercise and relaxation ?

a) Yoga b) Mukhabhyanga
c) Padabhyanga d) Udvartana

6. What is the essential element used in the Ayurvedic medical practice of Shirodhara ?
a) Custard b) Chocolate
c) Oil d) Water

5. Ayurveda recognises five essential elements of nature. Air, earth, fire and water are
four of them. Which is the fifth element ?
a) Metal b) Oil

c) Chemical d) Space
7. Eucalyptus oil is used most often to relieve which condition?

a) Obesity b) Acne
c) Blooding d) Coughing

This Corner

Meditation create balance in mind and body in the way to hypertension.

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