Panchakarma, an integral part of Ayurveda, is profound detoxification and rejuvenation therapy that aims to restore the body’s natural balance and wellbeing. Panchakarma is deeply rooted in ancient texts like the Charaka Samhitha, which guide us in understanding the body’s intricate balance of doshas and the importance of maintaining the balance for optimal health. “Yadha loke yadha dehe tadha dravyeshu karmani Thada dosha dathu moolam sruthva shastre yathoktam” (Charaka Samhitha Suthra Sthana 26:12) This verse reminds us that just as in the world and the body, everything has a cause, so do imbalance in the doshas and dhatus(tissues) have their root cause. Panchakarma aims to eliminate these imbalances and restore harmony of the body. The word originated from Sanskrit language, where “Pancha” means “five” and “Karma” means “action/procedures”. Panchakarma involves a series of treatment procedures designed to cleanse the toxins of the body(ama) and restore doshic balance. (Vatha, Pitha and Kapha).
