Sri Lanka Traditional Medicine – Ayurveda

Sri Lanka has its own indigenous scheme oftraditional medicine (Ayurveda). [1][2] This system has been practiced for many centuries in the island nation. The Sri Lankan Ayurvedic tradition is a mixture of theSinhala traditional medicine, Ayurveda andSiddha systems ofIndia, Unani medicine ofGreece through theArabs, and most importantly, the Desheeya Chikitsa , which is the indigenous medicine of Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka developed its own Ayurvedic system based on a series of prescriptions handed down from generation to generation over a period of 3,000 years. The ancient kings, who were also prominent physicians, sustained its survival and longevity. King Buddhadasa (398 AD), the most influential of these physicians, wrote the Sarartha Sangrahaya , a comprehensive manuscript which Sri Lankan physicians still use today for reference.

Sri Lanka – Meditation & Yoga

Meditation can be defined as a practice where an individual focuses his or her mind on a particular object, thought or activity to achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm state. Meditation may be used to reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and pain. It may be done whilesitting, repeating amantra, and closing the eyes in a quiet environment.
Meditation has been practiced sinceantiquity in numerous religious traditions and beliefs. Since the 19th century, it has spread from itsAsian origins to Western cultures where it is commonly practiced in private and business life. Meditation is under psychological, neurological andcardiovascular research to define its possible health effects. Yoga is a group ofphysical,mental, andspiritual practices or disciplines. There is a broad variety of yoga schools, practices, and goals inHinduism,Buddhism, andJainism. Among the most well-known types of yoga areHatha yoga and Rāja yoga .
Many studies have tried to determine the effectiveness of yoga as a complementary intervention forcancer,schizophrenia,asthma, and heart disease. On December 1, 2016, yoga was listed byUNESCO as anIntangible cultural heritage Many resorts and monasteries dedicated to meditation and yoga are available around the country.
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