What is Ayurveda?
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Ayurveda is a 5,000 old “Science of life and longevity”. It’s a nature based system including:
It is also considered the sister of Yoga as they share many philosophical principles. According to Ayurveda the human being is the embodied universe. Universe is composed of the 5 elements (Space, Air, Fire, Water, Earth)… so is the body. These elements, in the biological form, combine to create the three Doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha), which you can think as an energy force. We are all born with a unique, individual portion of each Doshas. Each one is present in us at different level forming our optimum being, leading to good health. Ayurveda doesn’t address the symptom but the imbalance of the whole person. It is a holistic approach of health and well being. Environmental factors like stress, diet, daily routine, exercises, climate and seasons impact the balance of the natural constitution. When imbalance is present, toxicity (or ama in Sanskrit) may build in the tissues, compromising well being. Understanding your constitution (Doshas) will help you to remain in balance. |
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Vata is composed of Air and Space element.
When Vata is the most present in the constitution, people are creative, joyous, quick thinker and good communicator. When they are out of balance or under stress, they become restless, anxious and have elimination problems, constipation, or cramps.
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Fire is composed of Fire and Water element.
When Pitta is the most present in the constitution, people are focused, passionate, intelligent and courageous. When they are out of balance or under stress they become irritable, angry, intolerant, and have digestive problems.
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Kapha is composed of Earth and Water element
When Kapha is the most present in the constitution, people are calm, motherly, methodical and thoughtful. When they are out of balance or under stress they tend to be stagnant, stubborn, gain weight and are depressed.
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If you are curious to know your personal constitution: