In ayurveda, these five elements are know as the pancha bhutas. According to ayurveda, the five elements exist in balance within the body and when this balance is upset, the body experiences illness or diseases. Our body has three different kinds of humors in which these five elements are manifested. They are called tri-dosha as they are three in number. In fact, today, Kerala is the only State in India which practices this system of medicine with absolute dedication.
Traditional texts reveal that the monsoon is the best season for rejuvenation programs.
The atmosphere remains dust-free and cool, opening the pores of the body to the maximum, making it most receptive to herbal oils and therapy. This therapy tones up the skin and rejuvenates and strengthens all the tissues so as to achieve ideal health and longevity. It also includes head and face massage with medicated oils and creams, body massage with herbal oil or powder by hand and foot, internal rejuvenative medicines and medicated steam bath. Herbal baths are also used. It is most effective for either sex if undertaken before the age of 50.