Ayurveda
Ayurveda at Body by Brooklyn
Widely regarded as the world's oldest healing science, Ayurveda is a holistic health and wellness system that originated in India thousands of years ago. The fundamentals of Ayurveda can be found in Hindu scriptures called the Vedas - the ancient Indian books of wisdom. The intricate system is based on keeping the individual's body, mind, and spirit in perfect equilibrium with nature to restore and maintain health.
Ayurveda is founded on the principle that the universe is made up of five elements: air, fire, water, earth and ether. These elements are represented in humans by three "doshas", or energy types:
Vata- energy that regulates bodily functions associated with motion, including blood circulation, breathing, blinking, and the beating of the heart. When Vata energy is balanced, there is creativity and vitality. Out of balance, Vata produces fear and anxiety.
Pitta- energy that governs the body's metabolic systems, including digestion, absorption, nutrition, and body temperature. In balance, Pitta promotes contentment and intelligence. Out of balance, Pitta can cause ulcers and arouse anger.
Kapha - energy that controls growth in the body. It supplies water to all body parts, moisturizes the skin, and maintains the immune system. In balance, Kapha is expressed as love and forgiveness. Out of balance, Kapha leads to insecurity and envy.
All people have Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, but usually 1 or 2 are dominant in a given individual. When any of the doshas accumulate in the body beyond the desirable limit, the body loses its balance. Ayurvedic treatments are founded on bringing the doshas back into balance to restore optimal health and well-being.
Body by Brooklyn Ayurvedic Treatments:
(All treatments come with a customized herbal remedy for your unique dosha)
Facials:
Healing Ayurvedic Facial
Aroma-Vedic and Chakra Balancing Facial
Body Treatments:
Shirodhara