Kayachikitsa, the first branch of Ashtanga Ayurveda (eight-branched Ayurveda), forms the foundation of Ayurvedic medicine. It focuses on internal medicine and provides comprehensive treatment for a wide range of general ailments such as skin disorders, diabetes, tuberculosis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Derived from kaya (body) and chikitsa (treatment), it is the core of Ayurvedic healing.

Dietary Adjustments: Tailoring nutrition to balance the body’s doshas (vital energies).

Herbal Medicines: Incorporating herbs with minerals and metals to treat various conditions.

Panchakarma Therapy: A five-fold detoxification process designed to cleanse and rejuvenate the body.

Mind-Body Practices: Yoga, meditation, sound therapy (mantras), and breathing exercises to harmonize the body and mind.

Specialized Treatments: Techniques like Agni Karma (thermal therapy) for managing specific disorders.