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Ayurveda: The Double Helix of Life — A Documentary that doesn’t promise answers but asks better questions

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June 22, 2025
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Mumbai, June 21(IANS) : In a world increasingly leaning toward fast medicine, “Ayurveda: The Double Helix of Life” doesn’t just revisit an age-old tradition — it reframes it for the modern world, with science, evidence, and empathy.

Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Vinod Mankara and produced by Dr. AV Anoop, the visionary behind the Medimix brand, this 90-minute documentary is less of a film and more of a mission. The documentary takes its name from the iconic double helix — the structure of DNA — and cleverly positions Ayurveda not in opposition to modern biology, but as a coiled partner, offering balance, prevention, and deeper insight into the interconnectedness of body, mind, and lifestyle. What’s striking is the film’s global reach.

Shot across India, Kenya, Germany, and the US, it features patients, doctors, and researchers who speak not as evangelists, but as reasoned advocates for integrative medicine. One standout segment follows an Ayurvedic approach to maternal care — highlighting the calming effects of herbal infusions and oil treatments that reduce complications and encourage natural childbirth.

In Germany, it features practitioners who combine Ayurveda with allopathy. But the tension is palpable — the system is working, but remains uninsured, unrecognized, and unstandardised. A quote lingers: “It works — but it’s not recognised.” In a particularly moving moment, the daughter of a former Kenyan Prime Minister recounts her partial recovery of vision through Ayurvedic care. It’s not a miracle narrative — it’s a data-backed experience, one of many that validate the film’s central thesis: that Ayurveda deserves a seat at the global health table.

Technically, the documentary excels in its clean, unobtrusive production. Mankara’s direction keeps the viewer focused, while the seamless editing ensures no point overstays its welcome. The choice of English as the primary language gives it wider accessibility without losing cultural authenticity.

That said, there are moments where the film feels more advocacy than inquiry, offering a mostly one-sided view. But in a world where Ayurveda is often dismissed without due exploration, perhaps such advocacy is necessary. Importantly, the film doesn’t dismiss allopathy — rather, it invites collaboration, suggesting that future healthcare must be inclusive, sustainable, and rooted in both tradition and trial. In the wake of the pandemic and amid growing mental health concerns, chronic illnesses, and rising distrust in over-medicalisation, “Ayurveda: The Double Helix of Life” arrives as a powerful, thought-provoking film. It doesn’t promise answers — it asks better questions.

For viewers who think of Ayurveda as either too ancient or too unscientific, this documentary will likely change your mind. And for those who’ve experienced its impact firsthand, it’s a proud validation — of a system that has quietly healed, soothed, and supported millions across the globe for centuries. Verdict: A compelling, culturally anchored yet globally relevant documentary that strikes the right balance between emotion and evidence, tradition and science. It’s not just about Ayurveda — it’s about redefining wellness itself. Now streaming on YouTube, “Ayurveda: The Double Helix of Life” is well worth your 90 minutes.

–IANS

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*Except for the headings & sub-headings, this story has not been edited by The enewstime.in and has been published from IANS feed.

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