Kala Dhatu Poshana Nyaya (काल धातु पोषण न्याय)
Also known as the 'Law of Transformation' (Parinama Paksha), this theory explains that the Ahara Rasa (nutrient fluid) …
1 min read162 foundational principles of Ayurveda from the classical texts — covering Dosha, Dhatu, Agni, Roga Nidana, Chikitsa, Dravya Guna, Mala, and general concepts.
The Siddhanta Kosha compiles 162 core foundational principles (Siddhantas) of Ayurveda from authoritative classical texts including the Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, and Ashtanga Hridaya. Each principle is presented with its original Sanskrit verse, reference, an explanatory note, and its clinical importance.
Also known as the 'Law of Transformation' (Parinama Paksha), this theory explains that the Ahara Rasa (nutrient fluid) …
1 min readThe 'Milk into Curd' analogy, this theory is a specific model of the Kala Dhatu Poshana Nyaya. It states that each …
1 min readThe 'Irrigation of a Field' analogy, this theory explains how all seven Dhatus can be nourished simultaneously. It …
1 min readThis refers to the three stages of any major therapeutic procedure, especially Panchakarma. They are: 1. Purva Karma …
1 min readLanghana means 'to lighten' or 'to reduce'. It refers to any therapy that brings about lightness in the body. While it …
1 min readSnehana is the process of oleation, or administering fatty substances (Sneha) either internally (Abhyantara Snehapana) …
1 min readSwedana is the process of sudation or inducing sweat. It is performed after Snehana to further liquefy the doshas and …
1 min readVamana is therapeutic emesis, one of the five main Panchakarma procedures. It is designed to eliminate aggravated Kapha.
1 min readVirechana is therapeutic purgation, another of the five main Panchakarma procedures. It is designed to eliminate …
1 min readBasti is the procedure of administering medicated substances through the rectal route, i.e., a medicated enema. It is …
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