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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
