Ayurveda is just about herbal remedies:
While herbs play a significant role but there are mixture of herbo-mineral medicines and even metals such as lead, mercury, arsenic, iron and zinc used after proper processing. Ayurveda also emphasizes lifestyle, diet, and balance in mental and spiritual aspects.
It’s also known for its unique shodhan procedures like vaman (emesis), virechan (purgation), basti (enema), raktamokshan (blood letting), nasta (nasal drops) and many other panchakarma procedures.
Ayurvedic treatments are slow:
The effectiveness of Ayurvedic treatments can vary, and some may work relatively quickly depending on the individual and the condition.
Ayurveda works not just on the symptoms but it erradicates the disease from its root, as cutting a branch of a big tree is easier than uprooting it.
Ayurveda is only for physical health:
Ayurveda encompasses both physical and mental well-being, addressing the mind-body connection. It also talks about the spiritual and emotinal aspects and acts on the body as a whole.
There are various procedures like shirodhara, pranayam, yoga practices that could help with mental well-being.
It’s an ancient and outdated system:
as its popularly believed that ayurveda has no beginning and hence no end. It continues to evolve, and many aspects of it align with holistic and integrative approaches to health.
During the recent pandemic it was used to increase the immune system, helped in combating mental distress and also alleviated the symptoms it’s also very effective in post COVID management
One-size-fits-all approach:
Ayurveda tailors treatments to an individual’s unique constitution i.e Prakruti (based on the tridoshas), so there’s no universal remedy for everyone. What works on you may not work on your neighbour hence consulting a proper physician is necessary.
Ayurveda and modern medicine can’t coexist:
Integrative medicine often combines Ayurveda with conventional medical approaches for comprehensive care. As lifestyle disorders on an alarming rise ayurveda can help in it’s prevention and it’s control along with modern medicine.
Ayurvedic medicines are always safe:
Like any form of medicine, Ayurvedic remedies should be taken under proper guidance to avoid adverse effects or interactions. As mentioned earlier some drugs do contain minerals and their use must be monitored.
All Ayurvedic practitioners are the same:
Practitioners may have different specialties, training, and approaches, so it’s important to choose a qualified professional.