Tag: doshas
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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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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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Unlocking Abhyanga: The Healing Power of Ayurvedic Oil Massage
Ayurveda is an ancient system of medicine that seeks to preserve the health of individuals in a state of wellness and to mitigate the ailments of those afflicted by illness. Acharya Sushruta elucidates that an individual is considered swastha—healthy—when their doṣas (vāta-pitta-kapha), agni (digestive fire), dhātus (tissues), and malas (elimination processes) maintain a state of…
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Ghee: Nectar of Ayurveda Healing
The word ghee comes from Sanskrit (ghrita), meaning “clarified butter,” derived from ghr- meaning “to sprinkle.” In Hinduism, the fire ritual utilizing ghee has been performed for over 5,000 years. It serves as an offering in the rituals which are considered very auspicious. They are particularly important for life events like marriages, funerals, and other…
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Ayurveda and Sleep: Harmonizing Body, Mind and Rest
Ayurveda, India’s ancient healing system, emphasizes the importance of sleep for overall health. It identifies food, sleep, and abstinence as essential pillars of well-being. Quality sleep, ideally at night, supports mental and physical health. Proper practices, such as avoiding electronics and maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, are crucial for restoring balance and avoiding adverse effects.
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Unlocking the Healing Power of Water- An Ayurveda Take
Ayurveda is a timeless health science. It emphasizes not only the maintenance of health in individuals but also the effective treatment of diseases. Ayurvedic practices and principles are based on the theory of the five great elements (Panchamahabhuta). We discussed this in an earlier post. These elements serve as the fundamental basis for all srishti,…
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Shadrasa and Ayurveda: Understanding the Six Tastes in Holistic Healing
Ayurveda, which is all about the science of life, takes care of every little thing in our lives. It talks about three doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, which are like the three main pillars(Tristhuna) holding up our bodies. These doshas link to different elements. Their qualities keep our body’s functions running smoothly. They are responsible…