Ayurveda is the oldest natural healing systems that has its origins in the Vedic culture of India. It was developed more than 5000 years ago. The Sanskrit term Ayurveda translates to "science of life." It is based on the belief that health and wellness depend on a delicate balance between mind, body and spirit. All things in the universe, both living and nonliving, are made up of the same five natural elements, space, air, fire, water and earth. If these elements are out of balance in our bodies it creates disease, through food, herbs and lifestyle advice we can bring back balance into our life.