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Complementary and Alternative
Medicine (CAM)
Frequently Asked Questions
11. What is Ayurvedic medicine?
Ayurveda (pronounced "eye-yer-vay-duh"), which means "the science
of life" in Sanskrit, originated in India and evolved there over
thousands of years. Its goal is to prevent and treat disease by
bringing the body, mind, and spirit into balance. Ayurveda also
proposes treatments for specific health problems, whether they are
physical or mental.
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