Author: Manjula Kadengodlu
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Discover Your Manasa Prakruti: A Guide to Mental Types
Practitioners acknowledge Ayurveda as the science of life. This extensive medical discipline incorporates all fundamental components required for the maintenance of health. Within this paradigm, “Ayu”—the essence of a living entity—integrates the physical body (Sharira), the senses (Indriyas), the soul (Atma), and the mind (Manas). Ayurvedic philosophy posits that we receive the gift of life…
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Ama in Ayurveda: The Hidden Root Cause of Diseases
During a recent online consultation, a patient seeking relief for knee pain was caught off guard when I asked to show her tongue. She asked a very fair question: “Why do I need to show you my tongue when my only problem is the knee?“. This interaction made me to think that, we must focus…
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The Benefits of Black Pepper: A Spice Beyond Flavor
Black Gold and King of Spices are the nicknames that show just how important black pepper really is. It’s not just some spice we use in our dishes. It has a rich history. It plays a huge role in cultures around the world. You’ll find it mentioned in all those ancient Ayurveda texts, especially in…
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Understanding Agni- Ayurveda On Fire Principle For Well-Being
In October 2025, I met Mr. M, a passionate marketing executive at Amrita Mrityunjaya Ayurvedalaya. He tried to eat nutritious food and keep a calorie count. He ensured he got 8 hours of sleep each night. Drinking two and a half liters of water daily was a priority. Additionally, he dedicated an hour and a…
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Demystifying Ayurveda: The Truths, Myths and Misconceptions
Ayurveda is esteemed as the ancient of all medical sciences, with a historical lineage extending over 5,000 years. It is regarded as a very distinguished discipline within the medical field, giving equal attention to both the prevention and treatment of ailments. This unique health science holistically establishes comprehensive guidelines for optimal dietary practices, lifestyle choices,…
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Dinacharya: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthy Today and Tomorrow(Part-2)
In our earlier blog, we discussed few elements of Dinacharya—the daily routines that help us avoid lifestyle disorders. From the concepts of this ancient science, we tried to understand how each of the organized aspects of Dinacharya—such as getting up early, drinking water, brushing the teeth, performing oil pulling, etc.—would help in holistic well-being and…
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Dinacharya: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthy Today and Tomorrow(Part-1)
Ayurveda, popularly referred to as the eternal science of life, aims at maintaining health as well as treating diseases. Ayurvedic lifestyle codes, including daily regimes (DINACHARYA) and seasonal regimens (RITUCHARYA) promote physical as well as mental well-being by taking into account the mind, soul, sensory organs, digestive activity(AGNI), bodily humors (DOSHA), tissues (DHATU), and metabolic…
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Understanding Virudha Ahara: Ayurvedic Food Incompatibilities
A Quick Introduction…..!!! Ayurveda is a traditional health care system that has been practiced for over 6,000 years in India, representing a holistic medical system and a comprehensive way of living. To achieve a prolonged and healthy existence, one must cultivate harmony with nature and establish a balanced diet that aligns with one’s doshas, in…
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Embracing Holistic Living: A Detailed Overview of Ayurvedic Food Consumption Guidelines
Ayurveda, defined as the science of life, constitutes a time-honored body of knowledge that has been transmitted to us from our esteemed ancestors. Its primary objective is to maintain the health of individuals. In order for the body’s functions to operate smoothly, Ayurveda elaborates on the concepts of ahara—balanced nutrition, nidra—peaceful and restorative sleep, and…
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Turmeric: The Golden Spice for Health and Wellness
The sages and ancient scholars of India placed great importance on health, considering it fundamental for individuals aspiring to achieve the highest levels of success throughout their lifetimes, as illness poses a significant barrier to such accomplishments. Ayurveda, a holistic medical system centered on maintaining optimal health through a diet and lifestyle customized to an…