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by Akshi KhandelwalFeb 04, 20220 comments

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Understanding Pitta Dosha

Pitta Dosha, a combination of Fire (Agni) and Water (Jal) elements, is responsible for metabolism, digestion, purification of blood, and transformation within the body. Pitta is a fiery dosha and its primary area of operation is between the navel and the diaphragm. The presence of Pitta in the form of ‘Jatharagni’, the digestive fire, helps in the digestion of food. Therefore, it is advised to avoid drinking water right before or after a meal. This tends to douse the digestive fire, leading to slow digestion. If this becomes a habit and is pursued regularly, then it also leads to a build-up...

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by Akshi KhandelwalFeb 03, 20220 comments

Understanding Vata Dosha

Vata Dosha is a combination of Air (Vayu) and Space (Aakash) elements. This dosha is responsible for any kind of movement that takes place within the body. These include our regular daily life routine actions to the subtle and dynamic movements that take place within the body.The presence of Vata...

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by Akshi KhandelwalFeb 02, 20220 comments

Panchamahabhuta

Panchamahabhuta refers to the five great elements present in nature: Earth (Prithvi), Water (Jal), Fire (Agni), Air (Vayu), and Space (Aakash). These elements are also present in our bodies and have their unique attributes. In combination they form the three doshas; Vata ( a combination of Air and Space), Pitta...

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by Akshi KhandelwalFeb 01, 20220 comments

What is Ayurveda?

The age-old science of Ayurveda emerged in the Pre-Buddhist Era. The word 'Ayurveda' is made up of two words ‘Ayur’ that means life and ‘Veda’ means science. Ayurveda, the science of life, is a part of the 'Atharvaveda', and is commonly practised in the Indian kitchens, and makes for an...

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by Akshi KhandelwalJan 31, 20220 comments

Understanding Kapha Dosha

Kapha dosha is a combination of Water (Jal) and Earth ( Prithvi) elements. It is responsible for structural development and lubrication within the body. It governs the growth of the dhatus (bodily tissues) - the blood, fat, muscles, bones, marrow and other fluids in the body.Kapha dosha provides the required...

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by Akshi KhandelwalAug 04, 20211 comment

Meda Dhatu - The Fat Tissue

Meda dhatu is associated with the fat tissue in the body. It is derived from the muscle tissue ( mamsa dhatu). When medhaagni acts upon the nutritive part of the ‘Mamsa’ dhatu; it leads to formation of fat tissue. In case, the Agni is imbalanced then it may lead to...

by Butterfly AyurvedaJun 30, 20210 comments

Mamsa Dhatu

Mamsa dhatu is the set of muscles, ligament and also the skin that protects our internal organs. It is developed by the nutritive content of the Rakta dhatu known as ‘poshak’ rakta dhatu that is acted upon by mamsagni. Mamsa literally means ‘flesh’. It wraps the skeleton of the whole...

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by Butterfly AyurvedaJun 04, 20210 comments

Rakta Dhatu

The formation of Rakta Dhatu is dependent upon the quality and health of the Rasa dhatu ( plasma). Rakta dhatu consists of the oxygen carrying red blood cells in the body. It is the foundation of life since it carries Prana to every dhatu, organ and cell in the body....

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by Butterfly AyurvedaMay 15, 20211 comment

Rasa Dhatu

Sushruta says : “Samdosha Samagnischa Samdhatu Malkriya.Prasanna Aatma Indriya Mana Swastha iti Abhidhiyate.” Meaning : Optimal Health or “Swastha” in Ayurveda is a state of equilibrium of the Doshas, Agni (metabolic fire), function of Dhatus (body tissues), Malas (excretory waste products) along with a cheerful mind, intellect and senses. Any...

by Akshi KhandelwalApr 20, 20213 comments

Ashwagandha : King Of Herbs

Ashwagandha is one of the most potent herbs in Ayurveda. It has manifold health benefits, and is very versatile when it comes to developing herbal formulations. It works wonders even when consumed alone. This is primarily because it works deep within the body tissues and the nervous system, and hence...

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by Butterfly AyurvedaApr 17, 20210 comments

IMPACT OF COVID - 19 : A Wake Up Call ?

Here are some glimpses of the sea change that coronavirus has brought about in our lives. The covid combat is a buzzer for all of us to reevaluate our lifestyles and approach, both in thought and action. Some factual aspects of these changes are shared below to help us reflect...

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by Akshi KhandelwalApr 04, 20210 comments

How Does Nature's Cycle Support Our Daily Schedule?

Being an integral part of nature, the doshas cycle operates through the day. Given this, one could really benefit by doing certain activities at a specific time. From~2 am to 6 am : the Vata dosha is predominant in our bodies and in the atmosphere. It is the ideal time...

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by Butterfly AyurvedaMar 25, 20210 comments

What Changes To Adapt To With The Change In Season ?

Seasonal changes bring about changes in our bodies and the environment. It is important that with the change of season we change our diet and lifestyle regimen to maintain a healthy body and mind. The changes in the season entail elemental changes in the doshas. Read below to understand how...

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by Akshi KhandelwalMar 19, 20210 comments

Understanding The Role Of Doshas In Our Life Cycle

Our unique body constitution comprises all three doshas from the very moment we are conceived in our mother’s womb. From being a fetus we grow into a baby, and from a baby into a child, and then into an adult and then we enter old age until our death. Through...

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by Butterfly AyurvedaMar 02, 20210 comments

Why Is Kapha Dosha Important?

A balance of Kapha dosha within the body is crucial for relaxation, rejuvenation and easy going attitude. When out of balance, Kapha dosha brings drowsiness, heaviness in the body and lethargy in the being. These conditions further aggravate issues of weight gain or weight management, water retention, excessive phlegm formation,...

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by Akshi KhandelwalFeb 11, 20210 comments

Pitta Tendencies And How To Balance Your Pitta In Day-To-Day Life?

Pitta dosha is a fiery dosha. It is crucial for Pitta to remain in balance for proper digestion, metabolism, and transformation of any kind to take place within each cell of the body. This is not only with regard to food, but also with regard to life experiences and thoughts...

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