Different Approaches to Healing and Medicine

Allopathy (Modern Medicine)
- Conventional medical system using drugs, surgery, and radiation to treat diseases.
- Allopathy is best for emergencies and quick relief.
  - Principle: Treats symptoms and diseases using scientifically tested medications and procedures.
  - Example: If you have a fever, an allopathic doctor may prescribe paracetamol to reduce temperature.
  - Treatment Approach: Medicines, surgery
  - Focus: Symptom relief
Ayurveda (Ancient Indian Medicine)
- A holistic healing system from India based on balancing body energies (Doshas – Vata, Pitta, Kapha).
- Ayurveda is great for long-term wellness and chronic disease management.
  - Principle: Uses herbs, diet, detoxification (Panchakarma), and yoga for healing.
  - Example: For fever, Ayurveda may suggest Tulsi tea, Giloy juice, and herbal decoctions to boost immunity.
  - Treatment Approach: Herbs, detox, yoga
  - Focus: Body balance
Homeopathy (Alternative Medicine)
- A system based on the principle of “like cures like,” using highly diluted natural substances.
- Homeopathy works well for mild chronic conditions and immunity boosting.
  - Principle: A small dose of a substance that causes symptoms in a healthy person is used to treat the same symptoms in a sick person.
  - Example: For fever, a homeopath may prescribe Belladonna or Aconite in diluted form to stimulate the body’s healing.
  - Treatment Approach: Diluted remedies
  - Focus: Energy balance
Naturopathy (Natural Healing System)
- A drug-free approach using diet, exercise, fasting, and lifestyle changes to heal.
- Naturopathy focuses on prevention and overall health through natural means.
  - Principle: The body has self-healing abilities, and natural elements like sun, water, and food aid recovery.
  - Example: For fever, naturopathy may suggest fasting, hydration, sun exposure, and consuming fruit juices for detoxification.
  - Treatment Approach: Diet, lifestyle
  - Focus: Self-healing