Is Health Really As Complicated As We Make It? | NDTVLifeline

NDTVLifeline | In this insightful conversation, Dr Pratap Chauhan, Founder of Jiva Ayurveda, in conversation with NDTV’s Health Editor, Sneha Mordani, explains how modern lifestyles, processed food, stress, poor sleep and sedentary habits are affecting our health—and why Ayurveda’s core principle is much simpler: balance and rhythm. Dr Chauhan breaks down the five essential pillars of a healthier lifestyle: mindful eating, maintaining a daily routine, regular movement, quality sleep and a calm mind. He also explains Ayurveda’s approach to finding the root cause of illness, the importance of patient participation and the basic concepts of Vata, Pitta and Kapha. The conversation also addresses common misconceptions about Ayurveda, the misuse of alternative medicine, miracle-cure claims, self-medication and the debate around integrative medicine. Watch the full interview to understand how simple lifestyle changes and greater awareness of our own bodies can play an important role in maintaining health.