Ayurveda or the 'Science of Life' is an ancient, holistic system for
diagnosis and treatment, perhaps the oldest system of medicine known
to humanity. Fundamental to ayurveda is the use of well-balanced combinations
of plants and other agents in synergistic formulas.
At Himalaya, we have pioneered the use of modern science to rediscover
and validate Ayurveda's secrets. We employ cutting edge research
to create pharmaceutical-grade ayurvedic products. Natural, effective
and safe, these products have helped thousands of people live healthier,
richer lives. Our focus is on wellness; on helping people get healthy
and stay healthy.
 At
Himalaya, research begins with raw herbs chosen from traditional
texts and from observations and experiences of indigenous plants.
Our team of herbalists study texts, both traditional and scientific,
exhaustively for relevant data. A few herbs of promising activity
are short-listed. Polyherbal formulations of these short-listed
herbs are made in order to provide a wider scope of pharmacological
and cosmetic activity. Multicentered, double-blind trials according
to WHO criteria further assist in scientifically validating the
formulations.
 Today,
the company has created a state-of-the art Research and Development
facility
at Bangalore, that is one of the best available, for traditional
medicine anywhere in the world. Over 40 qualified doctors and scientists
are constantly at work, developing and evaluating new drugs and
therapies.
In the 1930's, Himalaya developed a pioneering experimental herb
farm, which grew rare endangered herbs for commercial use. The company
today has in addition to this an unparalleled database of dedicated
herb suppliers, an herbarium, an agrotech division and a nursery.
The standardization of herbal medicine is a more daunting challenge
than the processes used for allopathic medicine. The tabletting
of ayurvedic medicine is more arduous, with multiple granulating,
processing and coating variables. Today, Himalaya's manufacturing
unit has the largest coating capacity in Asia.
Researching ayurveda and capturing its benefits in formulations,
has been the hallmark of ayurveda at Himalaya. Using modern research
methodology and manufacturing practice, Himalaya has made available
to people all over the world, an alternate method of treatment,
which has no known side effects.
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