Vol. 3, Issue 1, Part A (2026)

Personalized healthcare, often referred to as precision medicine, tailors medical treatments to individual characteristics such as genetics, lifestyle, and environment. Ayurveda, a centuries-old system of traditional medicine, emphasizes the concept of theory of Tridosha, which classifies human health based on three primary bioenergetic forces: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. This holistic model presents an opportunity to integrate with modern precision medicine approaches for a more individualized and comprehensive healthcare system. Theory of Tridosha suggests that imbalances in these doshas can lead to diseases, and understanding a person’s unique dosha composition could provide insight into personalized healthcare solutions. Recent studies have started to explore how the principles of Ayurveda, especially Tridosha, can inform modern healthcare practices. By incorporating genetic, environmental, and lifestyle data, theory of Tridosha could offer a novel framework for predicting individual health trajectories, determining preventive strategies, and personalizing treatments. This paper reviews the relevance of theory of Tridosha in the context of precision medicine and aims to bridge the gap between traditional Ayurvedic wisdom and modern healthcare practices. It proposes that integrating these systems could enhance disease prevention, improve treatment efficacy, and provide holistic patient care. This approach may also help tackle complex, chronic conditions that often do not respond well to conventional medicine. The review explores the evidence supporting the integration of theory of Tridosha with current personalized healthcare models, examines challenges in implementation, and proposes strategies for further research to optimize this integration.