11 Integrative Medicine Practices from India Explained

7. Rasāyana — Rejuvenation and Healthy Aging

Rasāyana covers therapies aimed at longevity, memory support, immune resilience, and healthy ageing. Traditional regimens include herbal formulations, dietary guidance, lifestyle shifts, and specific therapies intended to strengthen body tissues and mental clarity over time. In India, elder care often blends gentle exercise, social engagement, herbal tonics, and diet routines—practices that mirror Rasāyana thinking. Modern interest in longevity and resilience has revived research into some Ayurvedic antioxidants and adaptogens. For a practical North American reader, Rasāyana offers preventive strategies combined with mainstream prevention such as vaccination, exercise, and chronic disease screening. What the evidence says: Some herbal compounds used in Rasāyana show antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity in laboratory and early clinical studies, yet large-scale human trials remain limited (PMC; Nature). When to consult a clinician: Discuss any rejuvenation supplements with your primary care doctor, especially when taking other medications or managing chronic disease; rely on routine screenings and evidence-based prevention first.