Indian Civilization Flashcards
What does the Ayurvedic medicine focuses on?
Achieving balance and harmony between the body, mind, and spirit
What type of treatments were there during Indian civilization?
Personalized treatments, herbal remedies, dietary guidelines, lifestyle
modifications, yoga, meditation and various therapies
What factors did Ayurveda consider for diagnosing and treating illnesses?
Diet, lifestyle, emotions, and environmental influences
In which civilization did they emphasize on prevention and maintaining overall well-being?
Indian civilization
What does the unani medicine emphasize on?
The balance of four humors ( blood, phlegm, yellow bile, black bile)
What does the siddha medicine utilize?
Herbs, minerals, and metals to prepare medicines
What does the siddha medicine focus on achieving?
Balance among the three humors- vatham,pitham, and kabam
Which ancient texts were important pillars of ayurvedic medicine?
Charaka samhita and sushruta samhita
What did the charaka Samhita focused on?
On general medicine and covered various aspects of diagnosis,treatments, and preventive measures
What did the sushruta samhita focus on?
Surgical techniques, including procedures for plastic surgery
