WHICH AYURVEDIC DOSHA AM I

 

WHICH AYURVEDIC DOSHA AM I?

According to Ayurveda the personal constitution of a person or prakruthi (in sanskrit) is formulated by the condition of tridoshas at the time of union of sperm and ovum and It cannot be changed during our lifetime. Every person has the constitution with all three doshas ( vata, pitta and kapha)  as well in different proportions.The concept of prakruthi or doshas makes Ayurveda unique from other medical systems. Also the selection of medicines or treatments for each individual depends upon their prakruthi or dosha. It helps in prognosis, diagnosis and prevention of many diseases.

There are 7 types of prakruthi, they are vata, pitta, kapha, vata pitha, pitha kapha, vata kapha and sannipatha (tridosha). Each doshas shows its own characteristic features.

In the case of Vata dosha, the person will show a thin body frame mostly with low body weight. Their skin texture will be dry, rough or even cracked. Hair also shows similar characteristics. Their teeth will be protruded or big with emaciated gums or cavities. They show small, dry and dull eyes. Nails are brittle, dry and cracked. Their food habits and thirst are frequently variables and they possess hard or constipated bowels. Vata persons will be physically very active and talkative in nature with quick responses. They show quick grasping power but poor retention of memory. But these people usually suffer from cold intolerance. Emotionally they are moody, fearful and unpredictable.

On the other hand the pitta person has a medium body frame with moderate body weight. Their skin will be soft and thin and are prone to acne and freckles. They show early greying of hair. Teeth are moderate in size with a yellowish color and have soft gums. Eyes are sharp and shiny and nails are pink and soft. Their tongue will be reddish in color. They possess excessive hunger and thirst and the bowel are loose and soft. They are moderately active with sharp and incisive communication with analytical abilities. They have a moderate understanding, grasping and retention power. They are usually aggressive, jealous, and impatient in nature. Also, they are intolerant to heat.

As in a Kapha dosha predominant person will shows broad body with increased body weight. Their skin will be thick ,oily and cool with clear complexion. Teeth will be strong and white in colour. Their eyes are usually big and attractive with thick eyelashes. Nails are thick, strong and shiny. They usually have stable food habits with scanty thirst. Kapha predominant people are lethargic in nature but have good communication skill. They have slow grasping power, but shows good retention power. They are tolerant to both heat and cold.

So which one do you relate to? 

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 In Ancient Ayurveda Shiro Lepam in Sanskrit describes Shiro as head and Lepam as a paste which together represents as the paste used for the treatment of hair loss.

5 Ayurvedic ways to eliminate stress

     

5 Ayurvedic ways to eliminate stress

Stress is part and parcel of modern life.  However, stress can become a chronic condition if not managed properly.

 

Here are 5 Ayurvedic ways to handle stress.

1. Massage – Who can say no to a refreshing massage? A short 5-moment head and neck massage is enough to dial down a lot of your work stress. It helps get back to your work with more vigour. A massage with medicated oils is good for relaxing the muscles and relieving stiffness around head and neck. The more authentic practices like Shirodhara, Abhyanga/Pizhichil, Nasyam, etc are proven stress busters with detoxifying and rejuvenating effects

 

2. Eat Healthy – In need of stress relief? The answer lies in your diet. An unhealthy diet throws your digestive system into disarray leading to many health issues. You know that high fibre foods are high on health too. So, start incorporating leafy foods and vegetables into your diet.  Also include nuts like almonds and walnuts more in the diet. There are herbal concoctions like Brahma Rasayanam, Brahmi capsules and Ashwagandha capsules to relax the brain, clam the body and promote sound sleep. These Ayurvedic preparations help reinforce memory and could be utilized for stress-related conditions like depression.

 

3. Yoga – Stress is ever present. Fortunately, we’ve got yoga, which is proven to help reduce stress and its health risks. The best part? There are quite simple ones to start off like Child’s Posture or Bala-asana and Corpse Pose or Shavasana.  Yoga helps avoid other lifestyle disorders like obesity and helps to enhance your mind-set. Whether you are young or old, fat or fit, Yoga has the power to transform your body and mind.

 

4. Meditation – Anxiety, as they say, starts with the brain. If you find yourself anxious, tense and worried, try meditation. Spending even a few minutes in meditation can restore your calm and inner peace. Meditation provides a sense of calm, peace and balance that promotes your emotional well-being and health as well. Practiced for thousands of years, meditation was originally meant to help deepen the understanding of the mystical forces of life. Nowadays, meditation is commonly used for relaxation and stress reduction.

 

 

5. Inhale Deeply – Take a 5-moment break from your busy schedule. Sit up straight with your eyes shut and a hand on your gut. Gradually breathe in through your nose, feeling the breath begin at your nose and work its path to the mid-region. Reverse this as you breathe out through your mouth. Some fundamental breathing activities like Pranayama could be polished for better effect.

 

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Cracking the wellness code!

Cracking the wellness code!

Wellness cannot be termed just as a physical activity. It's rather a state of being.

True wellness is a holistic state of physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual balance, which has become a luxury in today’s world.

Ayurveda gives utmost importance to wellness. It can be achieved by balancing 3 Doshas (Vata, Pitta and Kapha) and the mind.

Ayurveda focuses on maintaining overall health by promoting individual wellbeing and preventing diseases from occurring.

We all know that prevention is better than cure, but do we actually put this into practice? No, we don't, until our lifestyle habits make us fall sick and we reach almost a point of no return.

We, at Agni Ayurvedic Village, promote wellness as our prime motto. That's why we are not just an authentic Ayurvedic centre but a wellness retreat with a comprehensive approach to overall wellbeing. 

Panchakarma is a set of five detoxification therapies that cleanse your entire internal system and remove toxins. It’s followed by Rasayanachikitsa to replenish and restock each and every cell with loads of nutrition.

Please feel free to consult with our doctors to know more about achieving wellness