Integrating Ayurvedic Therapeutics with Modern Science: A Holistic Approach to Chronic Disease Management

Abstract

Chronic diseases such as diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disorders, metabolic syndrome, arthritis, and neurodegenerative conditions represent a growing global health burden. Conventional biomedical approaches, while effective in symptom control and acute management, often fall short in addressing the multifactorial, long-term nature of these disorders. Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, offers a holistic framework emphasizing balance among body, mind, and environment. This paper explores the integration of Ayurvedic therapeutics with modern scientific approaches for comprehensive chronic disease management. By synthesizing classical Ayurvedic principles with contemporary biomedical evidence, systems biology, pharmacology, and lifestyle medicine, the study highlights how integrative models can enhance therapeutic efficacy, patient adherence, and quality of life. The paper underscores the relevance of personalized medicine, preventive care, and bioinspired therapeutics in addressing chronic diseases through an evidence-informed integrative paradigm.