This ancient system of medicine is used to maintain our health, and stave off diseases by attuning our lifestyles and diets to fit our unique constitutions.  By doing this, we can maintain the balance within, and in turn, maintain our good health. Widely practiced on the Indian subcontinent, Ayurveda has been growing in popularity in the Western world for the past several decades.  Although still considered an alternative form of medical treatment, more and more people are beginning to learn the principles of Ayurveda and apply them to their daily lives. Many sources think that the origins of Ayurveda trace all the way back to around 6,000 BCE, when it originated as an oral tradition.  In this book, we will dive into the origin and development of Ayurveda and explore how it is commonly practiced in modern times.  Every individual is unique in Ayurveda, and we'll learn that the choices we make in terms of our lifestyle and nutrition have the largest impact on our overall health.