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Director, Ayurvedic Healing Inc.

Faculty/Consultant: Chopra Center

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Ayur Veda• Science of Life

• Ayurvedo Amritanam

• Consciousness based approach to health

• Mind, Body, Spirit Medicine

• Yatha Pinde Tatha Bramhande

• Microcosm/Macrocosm

• Food/Air/ Water Mind/Emotions/Action

An Ayurvedic View of Health

Health is a process, not a state.

This process is ongoing, not a one-time attempt.

The process is participatory; the person must take the responsibility for his or her health. The dynamic balance needs to be achieved in all the aspects of this person’s life: Physical, biochemical, intellectual, emotional, behavioral, spiritual, familial, social, environmental and universal --- not narrowed down to only physical or biochemical aspects.

Therapies need to be comprehensive, considering all aspects of life like nutrition, natural medicines, exercise, rest, emotions, herbs etc, not limited to drugs and surgery.

Therapies need to be customized to suit the individual instead of standardized for the imaginary “average person.”

• Most ancient and most comprehensive system of health care

• Branch of Atharva Veda ( Apaurusheya)

• 40 branches of Veda, upanga, upanishads, kalpa, chanda, nirukta, vedanta

• Yoga/Jyotish/Sthaptya Veda/Gandharva Veda/ Vyakaran/

• Budhism/TCM/Shiatsu/Accupuncture/Accupressure/Aromatherapy/

Feng Shui/Physical Medicine/Body work.

• Alexander/Muslim Rulers/Nalanda/Takshashila

• Natural, Holistic, Integrative, Complementary, Alternative, WholisticTradition: Mother of all Healing Sciences, Prevention & Therapeutic

•World’s most Ancient Medical Science, later

embraced by Chinese, Greek and Persian

Cultures.

•Colonial Rule, Alexander the Great, Muslim

Rulers and the spread of Buddhism in Southeast

Asia

•From Cognized to Oral Tradition and later

converted into Written Texts

•Philosophy of Science of Life

•Multidimensional

•Spiritual Basis and Vedantic Wisdom

• Ayurveda simply uses a different terminology to express some of the most advanced ideas of molecular biology and quantum physics

• Human body is a dynamic field of energy. It is constantly participating in an exchange with the larger of field of energy that surrounds it, which comprises the rest of the universe.

• As a result of this continual exchange, your body is being renewed and re-placed every moment of your life!

• Our physiology itself is inherently intelligent, and the many physiological functions guiding the replacement of cells and molecules and even atoms are dependent on the inherent intelligence that inhabits the human body

• Consciousness is the organizing Essence of the universe that simultaneously transcends and creates the world we perceive

•

Sankhya PhilosophyThe 24 Basic Principles of Existence

One of the oldest philosophicaltheories.

The word sankhya is derived fromsat meaning truth and khyameaning to realize.

Another definition of Sankhya is anumber that is related to the 24elemental building blocks(principles) which constitute theSankhya view of the universe (Seediagram to the right)

• Ayurveda simply describes the universe as arising from a field of Pure Potentiality that has an intrinsic nature to create.. Avyakta• Vedas describes not only the beginning of the universe, but also a continuing creative process that is occurring at every moment… Anaadi.. AnantaThe entire universe unfolds through the interaction of three vital principles. They are Sattva, the creative principle; Rajas, the principle of maintenance; and Tamas, the principle of destruction • Everything that we perceive through our senses, from elementary particles to galaxies, is born, has a life span, and eventually dies. In this dynamic cycle, the Gunasare the principles that are continuously expressing themselves.. Trigunatamka Srushti..• The three gunas interact to create both subjective and objective realities. In the subjective realm, the five sense organs, five motor organs, and the conscious mind are brought into being• On the objective side, the gunas give rise to five great elements, or Mahabhutas, and five subtle elements, or Tanmatras, the quanta of perceptual experience that feed our five sense organs. The Five great elements are the codes of nature that compose theworld of perceived forms .. Observer.. Observation.. Observed

Sankhya Philosophy

All matter is created by the combination of these five material elements. Therefore Tamas is called Dravya Shakti, which translates to the power of substance.

20 – 24.Panchamahabhutas | The Five Elements

Panchamahabhutas and Tanmatras

The Relationship of Sense Organs, Organs of Action, Bhuta and Tanmatra

Panchamahabhuta Sense Organ Tanmatra Organ of Action

Akasha (Ether) EarShabda(Sound)

Vocal Cords

Vayu (Air) SkinSparsha(Touch)

Hands

Teja (Fire) Eyes Rupa (Sight) Feet

Aap (Water) Tongue Rasa (Taste) Urogenital System

Prithvi (Earth) Nose Gandha (Smell) Anus

Originated by Kanada.

Deals with the creation of the universe and explains the seven categories of knowledge or objects of cognition (Prameyas).

1. Dravya | Substance (Herbs, fruits, wood)

2. Guna | Quality (Cold, hard, heavy)

3. Karma | Action (Digestive, laxative, nervine)

4. Samanya | Similarity (Like increases like)

5. Vishesha | Dissimilarity (Opposites cure or neutralize)

6. Samavaya| Unbreakable Relation (Ginger and heat have a samavaya relationship)

7. Abhava | Absence or Non-Existence (In Amalaki or garlic, the salty taste is absent, so there is an Abhava of salty taste. Another example: Kapha has an Abhava of heat.)

The Seven Prameyas | Categories of Knowledge

Vaisheshika Philosophy

Ashtanga Ayurveda

1. Internal Medicine (Kayachikitsa)Deals with prevention, etiology, prognosis and management of diseases.

2. Surgery (Shalya Tantra)Various surgeries are described. The first plastic surgery was described in Sushrut Samhita

3. Ear ,Nose, Throat and Eye Diseases (Shalakya Tantra)The Ayurvedic branch of Ophthalmology and Otorhinolaryngology - diseases of eye and ear, nose and throat

4. Pediatrics (Kaumarbhritya)This branch deals with prenatal and postnatal baby care and with the care of the mother before conception and duringpregnancy. Ayurveda describes methods for conceiving child. Various diseases of children and treatment come under thisbranch.

5. Toxicology (Agada – Tantra)This branch deals with the toxicity and purification of herbs, the mineral and animal products.

6. Psychiatry (Bhuta Vidya )Ayurveda is equally concerned with mental diseases and their treatment. Treatment methods include not only diet andherbs, but also yogic methods for improving state of the mind. There is ample material for research on this branch in theAtharva Veda and other Ayurveda chapters.

7. The Science of Rejuvenation (Rasayana)This therapy is used to prevent diseases and for promote healthy life.

8. The Science of Aphrodisiacs (Vajikarana)This branch deals with the means of increasing sexual vitality and efficiency. For achieving healthy and intelligent progeny,the therapy of rasayana and vajikarana are closely interrelated. Vajikarana medicines also act as rejuvenatives.

Ayurvedic Foundations-I

• 3 Dosha: Vata, Pitta & Kapha (15 Subdosha)

• 7 Dhatu: Rasa (Plasma)

Rakta (Blood)

Mamsa (Muscles)

Meda (Fat/Adipose)

Asthi (Bones)

Majja (Bone Marrow)

Shukra (Reproductive tissue)

3 Mala: Mala (Stool), Mutra (urine) & Sveda (Sweat)

Ayurvedic Foundations II• Srotas: Channels/ Nadi’s/ Kosha’s Micro & Macro

Channels,Nutrition & Toxic Waste

• Agni- Digestive Fire, Cellular Fires, Bio Accelerator & Enhancer, Tejas

• AMA- Residual impurities of Digestion, ipod

• Ojas- Essence of the 7 tissues/ Vitality

• Soma- Cooling essence of physiology

• Sattva: Purity/Clarity/Evolution

• Rajas: Dynamism/Energy/Movement

• Tamas: Ignorance/Darkness/Inertia

Rasa: Bhoutic Composition

Taste Mahabhutas

Sweet (Madhura) Earth + Water

Sour (Amla) Fire + Earth

Salty (Lavana) Fire + Water

Pungent (Katu) Fire + Air

Astringent (Kashaya) Air + Earth

Bitter (Tikta) Air + Ether

Taste Kapha Pitta Vata

Sweet (Madhura)

Sour (Amla)

Salty (Lavana)

Pungent (Katu)

Astringent (Kashaya)

Bitter (Tikta)

Rasa-6, Guna-41, Vipaka-3,

Veerya-2 & Prabhava

The Twenty Tattvas | Qualities

Heavy/Light | Guru/Laghu

Cold/Hot | Shita/Ushna

Wet/Dry | Snigdha/Ruksha

Dull/Sharp | Manda/Tikshna

Smooth/Rough | Slakshna/Khara

Dense/Flowing | Sandra/Drava

Soft/Hard | Mridu/Kathina

Static/Mobile | Sthira/Chala

Gross/Subtle | Sthuia/Sukshma

Cloudy/Clear | Picchila/Vishada

Attribute V P K Attribute V P K

Heavy Light

Dull Sharp

Cold Hot

Oily Dry

Smooth Rough

Dense Liquid Eventually

Soft Hard

Static Mobile

Gross Subtle

Cloudy Clear

The Tattvas and Doshas

Classical Ayurvedic Evaluative Techniques

Roga Pariksha (Examination of the Disease)

In the case of Roga (disease) Pariksha (examination),Nidan Panchak is used (Nidan, Purvaroopa, Roopa,Upashaya & Samprapti)

Shat Kriya Kala: 6 stages of manifestation of disease.

Rogi Pariksha (Examination of the Patient)

In the case of Rogi (patient) Pariksha (examination),Darshana (observation),

Sparshana (palpation),Prashna (questioning) Pariksha

Six stages of the disease

1. Sanchaya (accumulation)

2. Prakopa (aggravation)

3. Prasara (spread)

4. Sthana-samshraya (localization)

5. Vyakti (Manifestation)

6. Bheda (differentiation)

Fundamentals of Ayurvedic Medicine

• Every person has all the three doshas.

• One or two may be predominant

• Health means dynamic balance of all the 3 doshas.

• Disease is caused by the imbalance of Dosha/D/M

• Special Diet, Routine, Lifestyle & Behavior guidelines

• Nidan Parivarjana: Pathya, Do’s & Don’t’s

• Yoga, Meditation, Exercise, Pure Food, Air & Water

• Seasonal Detoxification, Pancha Karma

Ayurvedic Treatment

• Natural healthy diet to suit the individual’s body type,age,

season & activity

• Therapeutic nutritional supplements to improve digestion,

assimilation & elimination, Agni & Ojas building, Synergy

• Healing Botanical medicines and herbs, Pranayama,

• Detoxification by gentle Cleanse Fasting

• Ayurvedic Bodywork & Massage

• Physical exercise and Therapeutic Yoga Postures

Ayurvedic Treatment

• 5 Sense Therapy

• Ears- Sound- Primordial Sounds

• Skin-Touch- Massage

• Eyes-Sight- Visualization

• Tongue- Taste- Healing Foods

• Nose-Smell-Aromatherapy

Ayurvedic Treatment

• Rejuvenation therapy like Rasayana

• Ideal Daily & Seasonal routines

• Lifestyle counseling and health education

• Recovery from addictions and codependency

• Correcting Faulty Dietary & Behavioral Patterns

• Mantra, Yantra, Tantra, Yagya, Puja, Gems, Karmic remedies

Ayurvedic Wisdom• Eat foods which are Fresh, Alive and Vibrant like fruits/vegetables, complex grains,

nuts, seeds, sprouts and clean water. Eat in Small Quantities, Chew Well, drink 1 oz of water per 2 lbs of body weight

• Do Pranayama & Meditate daily 20 minutes

• 30 minutes of brisk physical exercise daily. Rotate

• Minimize compulsive habits Smoking, Alcohol, Drugs, Tobacco

• Observe yourself in a detached manner

• Do something good daily. Sweet Words & Deeds, Positive Affirmations

• Treat your body like temple and not like a trash can (Kaya/Vacha/Manasa)

• Seasonal cleanses Twice a Year (Spring & Fall) One Week each

• Frequent Vacations, Slow down the pace of life

• Try to learn something New, Laughter, Ample Rest

• Happiness is just a “State” of Mind

The Tridoshas | Actions and Qualities

The Tridoshas are the threeenergies governing all thefunctions in the body. Whilemodern medicine is based onthe structure of the body,Ayurveda is based on theenergies behind that structure.The five Mahabhutas give riseto three doshas, or Tridoshas:Vata, Pitta and Kapha:

Dosha Composition Description Qualities

Vata Air + Ether

The energy of action, transportation and movement.

Dry, rough, light, cold, subtle and mobile.

Pitta Fire + Water

The energy of transformation, conversion and digestion.

Oily, sharp, hot, light, moving, liquid and has acidic smell.

Kapha Water + Earth

The energy of construction, lubrication and nourishment.

Moist, cold, heavy, dull, soft, sticky and static

Dosha, Dhatu, Mala: An Introduction

Name TranslationNo. of Types

Types

DoshaWhen imbalanced,

causes disorder.3 Vata, Pitta, Kapha

DhatuThat which holds

together.7

Rasa, Rakta, Mamsa, Meda, Asthi, Majja, Shukra/Artava

MalaThat which spoils or

decays the body.3 Purisha, Mutra, Sweda

The Subdoshas

Each of the doshas have five (5) Subdoshas withspecific actions within the physiological structure.They affect and govern the emotional and mentalfaculties as well as specific organ functions andoperations.

5 Maha-bhutas5 Sense Organs5 Motor Organs5 Kosha’s5 Dravya Guna Principles5 Vidha Kashaya Kalpana5 Karma, PanchaKarma

Subdosha: Secondary Governing Energy

The Subdoshas

The Subdoshas can be foundacting in every part of the body.They are distributed according tothe organs and actions that takeplace at each respective location.

Prana Sadhaka Tarpaka

Udana Alochaka Bodhaka

Samana Pachaka Kledaka

Apana Ranjaka Avalambaka

Vyana Bhrajaka Shleshaka

15 Subdosha’s

The Subdoshas | Vata

Vata and its Subdoshascreate and sustainphysiological functions relatedto Vata, such as action,transportation, movement,inspiration and buoyancy.

1.Prana

Location Action Movement Signs of Imbalance

Balancing Herbs

Brain, lungs, heart, throat, tongue, nose and ears.

Sensory perception, inhalation, nervous control of heart, ingestion of food, coughing, spitting, sneezing, belching, thinking and mind control: Joy, happiness.

From outside to inside

Weakened senses & confusion, physical & psychological imbalances.

Tulsi, Brahmi

2.Udana

Location Action Movement Signs ofImbalance

Balancing Herbs

Mainly in the chest; Moves from the navel to the heart, lungs, throat and brain.

Energizes mind, awakens intelligence, controls speech, self-expression, exhalation, memory recall. Gives strength to the body and glow to the skin.

Upward Stuttering, congestion, difficulty in exhaling. Indecisiveness, difficulty in responding

Licorice

Location Action Movement Signs ofImbalance

Balancing Herbs

In the heart; circulates throughout the body.

Represents the seat of life, consciousness and unconditional love. Circulates Rasa Dhatu (nutrients), Rakta Dhatu (blood), thoughts, emotions and energy to the rest of the body. Releases sweat, controls muscular contraction and relaxation. Regulates motor nerve impulses. Governs physiological and psychological functions of the Anahata or Heart Chakra.

From the center to the periphery.

Circulation problems, heart palpitations, Tachycardia, Bradycardia, Angina pectoris, murmurs, panic attacks, anxiety attacks.

Arjuna (Lotus), Gokshura

3.Vyana

4.Samana

Location Action Movement Signs of Imbalance

Balancing Herbs

Stomach, small and large intestine, liver, pancreas and spleen.

Kindles Agni (helps digestion), separates nutrients and wastes from the food “juice.” Absorbs nutrients and water, maintains peristalsis, and controls the secretion of digestive enzymes. Converts the intelligence in the food into our consciousness. Represents the meeting point of Prana and Apana. Governs the physiological and psychological functions of the Manipura or Solar Chakra.

From the periphery to the center

MalabsorptionDiarrheaConstipationIndigestion

Cumin, Coriander, Ajwan, Hinga, Ashtak

5. ApanaLocation Action Movement Signs of Imbalance Balancing

Herbs

Colon, pelvic cavity and pelvic organs.

Supports and strengthens intestinal walls. Maintains the tone of the tissues and muscles in the pelvis. Absorbs nutrients, eliminates urine and feces, starts menstrual flow, ejaculation of semen and sperm and assists with conception. Induces labor, contracts uterus and assists with childbirth. Nourishes the other Vayus. Governs physiological and psychological functions of Muladhara or Root Chakra and Swadhisthan or Sacral Chakra.

Down-ward Constipation, bloating, distension, lower abdominal pain. Irritable bowel syndrome, incontinence, hyperactive bladder. Prolapsed uterus, vagina, rectum. PMS, dryness of vagina. Sterility, miscarriage, ED.

Haritaki, Triphala, Ajwan

Ayurveda & Age-associated Neurodegenerative diseases:

Since age associated neurodegenerative condition occur at the vata time of life, it is

considered a vata disorder. The condition is brought on by a vata-provoking lifestyle

including unstable routines, overwhelming stress and eating a dry, cold, light diet.

The condition may be associated with imbalances in all five vayus namely: Prana

vayu (inward moving air-absorption of impressions), Samana vayu (afferent

impulses-movement of thoughts), Vyana vayu (efferent impulses-processing of

thoughts), Udana vayu (memory and recall) and Apana vayu (digestion and

dispersion of thoughts) suggesting a failure to absorb healthy impressions from all 5

senses.

This may ultimately affect cognition and the thought process characterized by

personality and behavioral abnormalities.

Prana: Sun & Moon

Prana: locations (Heart & Brain)

SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH: some headlines• Cardiac Index Is Associated With Brain Aging. The Framingham Heart

Study, Jefferson et al. Circulation.2010; 0: CIRCULATION AHA.109.90509

• The findings are consistent with the hypothesis that decreasing cardiac function, even at normal cardiac index levels, is associated with acceleratedbrain aging.

• Incorporating walking into one’s exercise regimen may help prevent cognitive degeneration, according to findings published in the journal Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience.

• Incorporating a low-calorie diet and daily exercise into one’s lifestyle may slow the mental physical aging processes, according to findings published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

The Subdoshas | Pitta

Pitta and its Subdoshascreate and sustainphysiological functionsrelated to transformation,conversion, digestion, heatand radiance.

The Subdoshas | Pitta

1. Sadhaka Pitta

Location Action Signs of Imbalance

Balancing Herbs

Brain and heart Digestion of ideas, thoughts; discrimination, awareness. Controls thinking, learning, understanding. Moves in the heart as compassion and love. All thoughts like desire, goals and determination are the function of Sadhaka Pitta

Felt inBrain and heart

Sandalwood

The Subdoshas | Pitta

2. Alochaka Pitta

Location Action Signs of Imbalance

Balancing Herbs

All parts of the eyes

Maintains visual acuity, absorbs different images, colors, and processes visual images. At subtle level it gives clarity, light and understanding

Poor eye sight, foggy vision, near- or far-sightedness, color-blindness, conjunctivitis

Triphala, Rasanjan

Alochaka Pitta Functions

LUSTER

COLOR TRANSLUCENCE

OPTICAL PERCEPTION

IMAGE ABSORPTION FOCUSING

EYE EMOTIONAL RESPONSE

INNER VISION,OUTLOOK Chakshur Vaisheshika Alochaka Pitta

Buddhir Vaisheshik Alochaka Pitta

The Subdoshas | Pachaka PittaLocation Action Signs of

ImbalanceBalancing Herbs

Small intestine & lower part of stomach

Creates hunger and thirst; Aap part of Pitta liquefies food and agni part cooks the food. Digests sour, pungent and bitter foods. Moves food through different parts of digestive tract with the help of Samana Vayu; The essential part of the food is absorbed and the remaining part is passed to the colon. When the digestive fire is strong we experience contentment, strength, energy and clarity of mind.

When Low: Indigestion, ama production.

When High: Nausea, vomiting, acidity, ulcers, heartburn

To Strengthen: Ginger, Cloves, Chilies, Garlic, Ajwan, Chitrak.

To Reduce: Amalaki, Guduchi, Licorice, seashell powder (Shankha Bhasma).

Bhrajaka PittaLocation

Action Signs of Imbalance

Balancing Herbs

Skin Controls the color & luster of the skin, maintains blood flow and body temperature, controls sweat glands and absorption of sunrays to form nutrients. Absorbs medication patches. Forms the barrier between the internal and external environments.

Skin inflammations, blisters, acne, rosacea, psoriasis, hives, moles, melanoma, and skin ulcers, also eats the stomach lining and causes ulcers.

Chandana (Cooling, blocks the sun’s rays)Manjishta (Balancing)Turmeric (Cooling)Red Sandalwood (Cooling.

Ranjaka Pitta

Location Action Signs of Imbalance

Balancing Herbs

Liver, spleen, and small intestine

Gives color to blood, urine and feces. In the liver, the absorbed food (Ahara Rasa) is cooked and digested again. Represents the seat of Panchamahabhutagni where the food particles are separated into Panchamahabhutas. The liver also destroys old red blood cells, separating enzymes which are excreted through the stool, giving a yellow color to the urine and feces.

Jaundice, anemia, leukemia, bleeding disorders

Turmeric

The Subdoshas | Kapha

Kapha and its Subdoshas createand sustain physiological functionsrelated to construction,lubrication, nourishment, cohesionand stabilization.

Tarpaka KaphaLocation Action Signs of

ImbalanceBalancing Herbs

Brain and spinal cord, heart

Protects nervous system, nourishes nervous tissue, lubricates brain cells, regulates the action of the nervous system, works as a shock absorber against injuries, and creates calmness, compassion, caring, love and affection.

Dull mind, lack of understanding, slow learning, slow memory recall, MS

Brahmi Vacha (Calamus), Ginger powder, Brahmi Oil Nasya

Bodhaka KaphaLocation Action Signs of

ImbalanceBalancing Herbs

Mouth, tongue and salivary glands.

Keeps the oral cavity moist, interprets taste, lubricates the mucus membrane, liquefies the food for better chewing, digestion (carbohydrates) and swallowing, and protects the mouth against acidity and cavities. Lubricates the throat for softer and clearer voice. Is very sensitive to emotions. When we experience anxiety, fear, depression, Bodhaka Kapha decreases. With a smell, look or thought of good food, Bodhaka Kapha is secreted.

Irregular coating, plaque. See notes on tongue diagnosis.

To Increase: Ginger, Cloves

To Decrease: Licorice

Avalambaka KaphaLocation Action Signs of

ImbalanceBalancing Herbs

Thoracic cavity, lungs, pleural cavity, in pericardium, around alveoli, and bronchi

Lubricates all the organs in the lungs and provides nourishment. Carries love and compassion from the heart to the rest of the body. Every thought and emotion affects Avalambaka Kapha. For a long healthy life, Avalambaka Kapha is essential.

Emphysema, Asthma, Bronchitis, cough, Pleurisy, heaviness in the chest.

Ginger, Bibhitaki

Kledaka KaphaLocation Action Signs of Imbalance Balancing

Herbs

Stomach (upper part), Stomach Lining, Secretions in the Stomach

Moistens food for better digestion and movement of food in the stomach. Protects and nourishes stomach lining (mucus membrane), prevents ulcers. Represents the alkaline secretion in the stomach.

If Increased: Indigestion, heaviness, ama formation, mucus in stools.

If Decreased: Ulcers, burning in the stomach

Ginger, Pippali

Shleshaka Kapha

Location Action Signs of Imbalance

Balancing Herbs

Joints Lubricates joints for smooth action, provides nourishment to the bones, ligaments and cartilages. Works as a shock absorber. Lubricates the skin.

Arthritis, swollen joints, water retention, edema.

To Decrease: Punarnava, Ginger, GugguluTo Increase: Licorice

Dhatu | That Which Holds Together Each Dhatu has a primordial vibration and is an expression of

consciousness.

The Dhatus hold (support) the body together.

The Doshas do the function and Dhatus provide the site to do the

function.

The Dhatus are developed from and nourished by food.

There are seven Upadhatus, or secondary tissues, developed as a

byproduct of Dhatu digestion.

The Malas, or waste products are also produced during each Dhatu

digestion.

The Dhatus support the body and provide nutrition to the more subtle

Dhatus. The Upadhatus support the body but do not provide nutrition.

In the disorder process the Dhatus become affected, which is called

Dushya.

The Dhatus are measured in Anjali pramana. Anjali is a measure

created by cupping the palms together to equal roughly 8 fluid ounces.

The grosser Dhatus nourish the subtler Dhatus and subtler the Dhatus

protect the grosser Dhatus.

Dharanat Dhatavah

The Universe is made up of energy and matter. Energy needs matter to mobilize and serve its function. Matter doesn’t move without energy. For this purpose, the Doshas represent energy and the Dhatus represent matter. They are both close friends who cannot live or function without each other. The doshas work through the Dhatus.

Dhatu Location Function Upadhatu Mala

Rasa Plasma, Lymph,

Serum

Preenan (Nourishment) Stanya (Breast milk)

Raja (Menstrual fluid)

Kapha

Rakta Blood Jeevana (Giving life) Kandara (Tendons)

Sira (Blood vessels)

Pitta

Mamsa Muscle Lepana (Plastering of the

body)

Vasa (Subcutaneous fat)

Twak (Skin)

Khamala (Waste from

natural openings)

Meda Fat Snehana (Lubrication) Snayu (Ligaments) Sweat

Asthi Bone Dharana (Supporting the

organs)

Teeth Hair, Nails

Majja Bone Marrow Poorana (Filling, feeling) Tears Oiliness in the eyes,

skin and feces

Shukra/Art

ava

Reproductive

Fluid (Sperm or

Ovum)

Prajaotpadana

(Procreation)

n/a n/a

Ojas The essence of all the Dhatus.

The prime energy reserve of the body.

The immune system.

A link between the body and mind.

Superior to Shukra.

Qualities Cool, oily, clear, heavy, soft, static.Functions 1. Protects life.

2. Gives strength.3. Protects against disorders.4. Controls heart beats.5. Regulates sense organs and organs of action.6. Maintains the balance of all Dhatus.

Types of Ojas 1. Para: 8 drops in the heart. Any decrease in quantitycauses death.

2. Apara: ½ anjali pervades the body and strengthens it.

Dhatu: That Which Holds Together

Dosha Related Dhatu Relationship

Kapha Rasa, Mamsa, Meda, Majja, Shukra Direct

Pitta Rakta Direct

Vata Asthi Inverse

The Relationship of Dosha and Dhatu

Qualities of a Good Counselor:Makes eye contact with the clientPositive/reinforcing body languageHonesty, SincerityCompassion, Trust, FaithActive listener, Non-judgmentalPositive/confident tone of voiceConfidentiality, Empathic, TANG, KnowledgeableSolid understanding of informationThorough understanding of patient as a whole being and their disease/issue Communication skills: clear, logical, use of proper lingoPatient, Confident, PrioritizationDiscipline – how will you discipline a client?Timing – scheduling appointments, no overbooking, giving each patient ample time, Intuition (heightened awareness) and connection to spiritual selfOne’s own principles and morals in his/her spiritual journeyOne’s own Sadhana and practices; “walk the talk”

Perfect Health (CERT)Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar BAMS MD (Ayu. India)

Director, Ayurvedic Healing Inc.

Faculty/Consultant: Chopra Center

Formulator & Scientific Advisor: Zrii, NutriiVeda, Accell, Purify

www.HotBellyDiet.Com

www.AyurvedicHealing.net

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