Delhi sure knows how to live a frenzied lifestyle and when telltale signs show on body and mind, it turns to ancient India for a facelift. From relaxing massages to detox programmes, the ayurvedic healing centres have something for every weary city slicker.

The recent past has seen a mushrooming of several ayurvedic clinics in Delhi, offering treatments and wellness packages for all ailments of body, mind and soul. Whether it’s for panchakarma or dhara, Ayurvedic Hospital and Research Centre is the place to go. A branch of the original Kerala Kottakkal Arya Vaidyashala, the healing centre is as authentic as it can get.

For a different dose of alternative therapy, try the Ayush Therapy Centre. Apart from the medicated treatments involving myriad oils and powders, one can also buy Ayush herbal products here. Body lotions, face creams, oils and shampoos, name it and you’ll find it all. For something more substantial, consult the qualified Vaids at the Arya Vaidya Pharmacy or get enrolled in their summer and winter packages designed to keep you healthy through the extreme climate of Delhi.

Never mind if you’re not seeking nirvana. A wholesome ayurvedic massage will just be fine. Head to Ayurveda India where medicinal oils are rubbed onto your tired bones and muscles. Or else, if you want to equip yourself with the know-how of the therapy, enrol for their sample courses on Abhyanga and Shirodhara. The Kairali Health Spa does rejuvenating massages as well.

Suffering from arthritis and spondylisis? The Ashtaang Clinic comes to the rescue. Steam bath and Takhad Dhara? Get to the Ayurvedic Kerala Health Spa . Herbal mud therapy? Cool off at Vedanta Ayurveda. There are options galore and if you have the time and the inclination, there’s nothing better than a holistic ayurvedic treatment. As the cheerful officials at the Cochin Ayurvedic Centre and Ayurveda Kendra pharmacies will tell you, there’s an ayurvedic remedy for every ailment.

Ready to take a tip from the sages of yore, are you?