Holistic Highways for Health Care

India's legendary traditions of wellness which date back to Vedic times continue to resonate with people the world over. International celebrities from Goldie Hawn to Madonna are known to have jetted in to partake of the restorative treatments available at some of India's most important and best known holistic spas. Not all of us can run off into the mountains and live in isolation from the rest of life. So wellness centres, ashrams and spas are where we run to for a respite from the world's demands and return rejuvenated to take on the next lot of challenges.

You can choose to stay for a day, a week or even enjoy a month-long retreat for Holistic healing practices such as Ayurveda, Unani, Siddhi, Nature Care, Yoga and Meditation. Lord Brahma himself taught the healing art of Ayurveda to his son Parajpati Dkasha.

A holistic healing and preventive medical system addresses various aspects of the medical processes. The practice essentially focuses on the healing of the mind, body and spirit of man; it also zeros in on the prevention of illness and preserving life through holistic means.

Yet the wellness space is increasingly witnessing an even more holistic approach to one's sense of well-being. An important aspect of wellness practices is also our food intake, which has a lasting impact on our wellbeing. There is a resurgence of focus on the organic, pure and holistic aspect of the food and beverages that we partake in our daily lives.

That said, people are becoming even more conscious about the potions and creams they use when it comes to skincare. Aromatherapy for example is popular with its promise of raw materials of natural or vegetable origin and eco-friendly and ethical manufacturing practices.

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