A few studies suggest that Ayurvedic preparations may reduce pain and increase function in people with osteoarthritis and help manage symptoms in people with type 2 diabetes, but most of these trials are small or not well-designed. There is little scientific evidence on Ayurveda's value for other health issues.

Kerala is where it all started. This can be rightly called the home of Ayurveda. It attracts tourists from all over the world due to its flora and fauna. Popularly called as the God's Own Country is the center of Indian medical tourism.

Ayurveda treatment starts with an internal purification process, followed by a special diet, herbal remedies, massage therapy, yoga, and meditation. The concepts of universal interconnectedness, the body's constitution (prakriti), and life forces (doshas) are the primary basis of ayurvedic medicine.