Ayurveda is a holistic healing science, which comprises of two words, Ayu and Veda. Ayu means life and Veda means knowledge or science. So the literal meaning of the word ‘Ayurveda’ is the science of life. Ayurveda is a science dealing not only with treatment of some diseases but is a complete way of life. Ayurveda draws its concepts and practices from Vedas. It is a five thousand years of wisdom distilled into a system of practice. Ayurveda is much more than the well being of the body. Ayurveda defines health as 'Purity' of the body, mind and soul. It leads not merely to the well being of the individual; it leads to the well being of the universe. It restores harmony and existence. Assessment and treatment of individual as a whole. Diagnosis according to Ayurveda does not merely know about the symptoms of the disease but is to find out the root cause of the disease. This includes finding out the imbalance of doshas, blockage of channels, malfunctioning of a certain organ or system, improper functioning of dhathus, disturbance in the excretory functions etc. Emphasis on positive health.