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AyurvedaAyurveda
The Science of LifeTraditional Indian Medicine from the Caraka Samhita
The Science of LifeTraditional Indian Medicine from the Caraka Samhita
Ayurveda Ayurveda
Ayur – “life” Veda – “wisdom” / “science”
Mind - Body – Spirit
Health Equals BALANCE
Ayur – “life” Veda – “wisdom” / “science”
Mind - Body – Spirit
Health Equals BALANCE
Yoga & AyurvedaYoga & Ayurveda
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Prakriti - our basic nature or constitution
Vikriti- differentiation or degeneration from our constitution
Prakriti - our basic nature or constitution
Vikriti- differentiation or degeneration from our constitution
5 Elements5 Elements
Ether - nuclear energy Air - electrical energy Fire - radiant energy Water - chemical energy Earth- mechanical energy
Ether - nuclear energy Air - electrical energy Fire - radiant energy Water - chemical energy Earth- mechanical energy
3 Gunas3 Gunas
SATTVA: equips the individual with the ability for clarity, contentment & quiet (NATURAL STATE)
TAMAS: responsible for periods of confusion and deep sleep as well as inertia, cloudiness & sloth
RAJAS: causes movement, agitation & emotions. Driven by desire or discontent
SATTVA: equips the individual with the ability for clarity, contentment & quiet (NATURAL STATE)
TAMAS: responsible for periods of confusion and deep sleep as well as inertia, cloudiness & sloth
RAJAS: causes movement, agitation & emotions. Driven by desire or discontent
( qualities ) ( qualities )
Cold Hot Wet Dry Gross Subtle Dense Light Static Mobile Dull Sharp Soft Hard Smooth Rough Cloudy Clear
Cold Hot Wet Dry Gross Subtle Dense Light Static Mobile Dull Sharp Soft Hard Smooth Rough Cloudy Clear
3 Doshas3 Doshas
Definition of dosha Vata
Ether Air
Pitta Fire Water
Kapha Water Earth
Definition of dosha Vata
Ether Air
Pitta Fire Water
Kapha Water Earth
Seven Body TypesSeven Body Types
1. Vata2. Pitta 3. Kapha4. Vatta-pitta5. Kapha-pitta6. Vata-kapha7. tridoshic
1. Vata2. Pitta 3. Kapha4. Vatta-pitta5. Kapha-pitta6. Vata-kapha7. tridoshic
Relationship of the DoshasRelationship of the Doshas
Doshas in lifeDoshas in life
Time of day Seasons Lifecycle
Time of day Seasons Lifecycle
Times of DayTimes of Day
SeasonsSeasons
Dosha Accumulates Aggravates Alleviates
Kapha late winter spring summer
Pitta late spring summer fall
Vata late summer fall/winter spring
Dosha Accumulates Aggravates Alleviates
Kapha late winter spring summer
Pitta late spring summer fall
Vata late summer fall/winter spring
Stages of lifeStages of life
Kapha - birth to onset of puberty
Pitta - puberty to age 50
Vata - 50 to death
Kapha - birth to onset of puberty
Pitta - puberty to age 50
Vata - 50 to death
AGNIAGNI
“FIRE IN THE BELLY”
Digests food but also sense impressions, experience and emotions
Basis of health
“FIRE IN THE BELLY”
Digests food but also sense impressions, experience and emotions
Basis of health
AMAAMA The residue of improperly digested
food Becomes a toxin - “am” in Sanskrit
means to harm or to weaken. Accumulation of ama is the root
cause of disease Diagnosis: based on
observation of pulse, tongue, feet, hands, eyesand nails.-no lab!
The residue of improperly digested food
Becomes a toxin - “am” in Sanskrit means to harm or to weaken.
Accumulation of ama is the root cause of disease
Diagnosis: based on observation of pulse, tongue, feet, hands, eyesand nails.-no lab!
Diagnosis: Correspondences
Diagnosis: Correspondences
7 Factors which Disrupt Harmony
7 Factors which Disrupt Harmony
Genetic Congenital (to constitution) Internal (prana intake) External trauma Seasonal (time of day as well) Natural tendencies of habits (vasana) Magnetic influences (planets-
astrology)
Genetic Congenital (to constitution) Internal (prana intake) External trauma Seasonal (time of day as well) Natural tendencies of habits (vasana) Magnetic influences (planets-
astrology)
TreatmentsTreatments
Pancha Karma: fasting, herbal medicines & steam saunas, massages- cleanse body of toxins
Dietary Changes based on properties of foods we eat
Kitchen Pharmacy: Herbs & Spices Lifestyle Changes: routine, profession, hygiene
Yoga & other exercise
Abhyanaga: Self Massage Daily
Pancha Karma: fasting, herbal medicines & steam saunas, massages- cleanse body of toxins
Dietary Changes based on properties of foods we eat
Kitchen Pharmacy: Herbs & Spices Lifestyle Changes: routine, profession, hygiene
Yoga & other exercise
Abhyanaga: Self Massage Daily
Putting it together, how to stay healthy
Putting it together, how to stay healthy
Lifestyle MORNING
Wake early, preferably with the sun Drink some warm water upon arising Clean the teeth and the tongue Use a Neti Pot to rinse the sinuses and apply oil Meditate for at least 10 minutes Yoga practice for at least 30 minutes Pranayama (breath) Abhayanga (self massage with oil) Bathe with warm water, natural soap
Lifestyle MORNING
Wake early, preferably with the sun Drink some warm water upon arising Clean the teeth and the tongue Use a Neti Pot to rinse the sinuses and apply oil Meditate for at least 10 minutes Yoga practice for at least 30 minutes Pranayama (breath) Abhayanga (self massage with oil) Bathe with warm water, natural soap
More…..More…..
EVENING Yoga or a walk for 20 -30 minutes
before dinner Do not eat for 3 hrs before bed Avoid tv, computer etc in bed Take warm milk with nutmeg to help
you sleep
EVENING Yoga or a walk for 20 -30 minutes
before dinner Do not eat for 3 hrs before bed Avoid tv, computer etc in bed Take warm milk with nutmeg to help
you sleep
General Eating GuidelinesGeneral Eating Guidelines
Eat in a quiet environment Eat sitting down Eat only when hungry Do not eat when emotionally upset or
angry Take a moment to acknowledge the
source of the food and express gratitude TASTE is an important quality of food
because it can be used to judge its effect on the body.
Eat in a quiet environment Eat sitting down Eat only when hungry Do not eat when emotionally upset or
angry Take a moment to acknowledge the
source of the food and express gratitude TASTE is an important quality of food
because it can be used to judge its effect on the body.
TASTE & THE QUALITIES OF FOOD
TASTE & THE QUALITIES OF FOOD
Taste (rasa) ElementsQualities Post-Digestive*Sweet earth, water oily, heavy, cold <VP>KSour earth, fire oily, heavy, hot <V>PKSalty water, fire oily, light, hot <V>PKPungent fire, air dry, light, hot >VK>PBitter air, space dry, light, cold >V<PKAstringent air, earth dry, heavy, cold >V<PK*post-digestive tastes as a result of contact with the agni (VIPAK)6 Tastes become 3 through this process: rasa, Virya (hot/cold in stomach), Vipak, Prabhav
(action)
• Sweet & Salty (Kapha)• Sour (pitta)• Pungent/bitter/astringent (vata)
Taste (rasa) ElementsQualities Post-Digestive*Sweet earth, water oily, heavy, cold <VP>KSour earth, fire oily, heavy, hot <V>PKSalty water, fire oily, light, hot <V>PKPungent fire, air dry, light, hot >VK>PBitter air, space dry, light, cold >V<PKAstringent air, earth dry, heavy, cold >V<PK*post-digestive tastes as a result of contact with the agni (VIPAK)6 Tastes become 3 through this process: rasa, Virya (hot/cold in stomach), Vipak, Prabhav
(action)
• Sweet & Salty (Kapha)• Sour (pitta)• Pungent/bitter/astringent (vata)
Eating…continuedEating…continued
Eat the freshest, purest food you can get.
Chew slowly and mindfully Eat till 3/4 full Drink warm beverages Drink Cumin-Coriander-Fennel tea
with meals and between meals to aid digestion
Eat the freshest, purest food you can get.
Chew slowly and mindfully Eat till 3/4 full Drink warm beverages Drink Cumin-Coriander-Fennel tea
with meals and between meals to aid digestion
LIVING WITH YOUR DOSHALIVING WITH YOUR DOSHA
VATA keyword : grounding Gentle, repetitive,non-competitive
exercise Routine and discipline and pacing Maintain a warm and calm environment
at work and at home Limit travel and excitement, get
adequate rest Eat warm, cooked foods, avoid a lot of
raw foods
VATA keyword : grounding Gentle, repetitive,non-competitive
exercise Routine and discipline and pacing Maintain a warm and calm environment
at work and at home Limit travel and excitement, get
adequate rest Eat warm, cooked foods, avoid a lot of
raw foods
Vata, continuedVata, continued
Use sesame oil for massage, avoid dryness!!
Ginger tea Restorative yoga postures
Use sesame oil for massage, avoid dryness!!
Ginger tea Restorative yoga postures
LIVING WITH YOUR DOSHALIVING WITH YOUR DOSHA
PITTA keyword : surrender Moderately vigorous exercise, non-competitive, in the
cooler part of the day. Swimming is great for Pitta Work in a cool, soothing environment, avoid excess
heat Work should be challenging but non-competitive,
allowing for autonomy Eat at regular scheduled mealtimes Avoid excessive oily foods and salt Take regular vacations that are relaxing Massage with coconut oil Avoid “hot yoga”
PITTA keyword : surrender Moderately vigorous exercise, non-competitive, in the
cooler part of the day. Swimming is great for Pitta Work in a cool, soothing environment, avoid excess
heat Work should be challenging but non-competitive,
allowing for autonomy Eat at regular scheduled mealtimes Avoid excessive oily foods and salt Take regular vacations that are relaxing Massage with coconut oil Avoid “hot yoga”
LIVING WITH YOUR DOSHALIVING WITH YOUR DOSHA
KAPHA keyword : stimulate Vigorous,competitive,aerobic exercise Challenging job with long hours Limited sleep no more than 7-8 hrs, no naps Travel is beneficial More spontaneous and adventurous behavior Avoid cold food and drinks, fried food and
dairy Deep massage with sesame or mustard oil
KAPHA keyword : stimulate Vigorous,competitive,aerobic exercise Challenging job with long hours Limited sleep no more than 7-8 hrs, no naps Travel is beneficial More spontaneous and adventurous behavior Avoid cold food and drinks, fried food and
dairy Deep massage with sesame or mustard oil
Getting startedGetting started
Pay attention to the qualities (gunas) in your environment, time of day, season.
Check in with yourself - what qualities are manifested in you right now?
Take the time to do what is needed to bring yourself back to balance
Small changes practiced regularly can make a big difference
Pay attention to the qualities (gunas) in your environment, time of day, season.
Check in with yourself - what qualities are manifested in you right now?
Take the time to do what is needed to bring yourself back to balance
Small changes practiced regularly can make a big difference