Dhanvantari, the physician ofGods, is associated with theAyurveda, a traditional system of medicine. An incarnation ofLord Vishu, Dhanvantari, is said to have emerged through Ocean of Milk holding Amrit in a pot in one hand, andShanka, Chakra, and Jalauka in the other three hands. It is believed that praying to him relieves you from physical distress and improves health.