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).