Artificial Intelligence in Ayurveda: amalgamation of modern technology with ancient traditional knowledge

Abstract

Traditional medicine (TM) has proven effective in treating various diseases and has the potential to promote global health, aligning with the World Health Organization's mission of "Health for All." Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing a key role in improving global health, especially in low- and middle-income countries where access to healthcare professionals is limited. In India, AI is already enhancing the speed and accuracy of disease diagnosis, supporting clinical care, advancing health research, and aiding public health interventions. The AI market in India is growing rapidly, projected to reach USD 8 billion by 2025. In 2024, the WHO Global Traditional Medicine Centre and Digital Health and Innovation hosted a meeting in India to explore how AI can advance traditional medicine. Several Indian AI initiatives, such as Bharat GPT and Desh Ka Prakriti Parikshan Abhiyan, focus on improving health awareness and personalized healthcare. Companies like CAYEIT, Kairali Ayurvedic Group, AyurAI, and NirogStreet are integrating AI with Ayurveda to provide individualized healthcare treatments, demonstrating the potential of AI to enhance and personalize Ayurvedic therapies globally. This research highlights the growing role of AI in Ayurveda and its capacity to improve healthcare access and outcomes worldwide.