Anti-Aging and Ayurveda

Interview with Vaidya Palakurthi Manohar

Maharishi Ayurveda Team: In Ayurveda, the method of preventing or even stopping the aging process is described with the resonant term "Vaya Sthapan". That sounds enticing, dear Vaidya Manohar, but is it really possible for us to remain in a state of constant renewal?

Vaidya Manohar: From an Ayurvedic perspective, this is indeed the case. The mental aspect is also very important. We should always make sure to keep our minds young, inspired, and balanced. Behavioral Rasayanas play a special role in this.

We know Rasayanas as dietary supplements, especially our precious Maharishi Amrit Kalash. But behavioral Rasayanas? What exactly should we imagine by that?

VM: According to Ayurveda, the aging process begins in the mind and thus influences the body. If our mind, behavior, and emotions are joyful and balanced, this promotes the transformation and digestive processes in our body. When these processes run completely, Ojas can arise, the finest metabolic product that makes us radiate from within. There is even a list of behavioral Rasayanas in the ancient scriptures.