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Category: CHARAK SAMHITA

Role of Vata Dosha in Ayurveda – Functions and Significance

Role of Vata Dosha

In the world of Ayurveda, the ancient system of holistic medicine, the doshas are fundamental to understanding how our bodies function. Vata dosha, one of the three primary doshas, is pivotal in governing a wide array of bodily processes and maintaining overall well-being. In this comprehensive exploration, we will delve into the functions and profound significance of Vata dosha in the realm of Ayurveda.

Vardhamana Pippali Rasayana – Benefits, Properties and Doses

vardhamana pippali rasayana

Pippali or Piper longum (long pepper) is one of the best medicinal herbs in Ayurvedic practice, for ages. Studded with immense medicinal and disease-modifying properties, Pippali is used as both preventive as well as curative medicine. Pippali has been praised to have good Rasayana properties (Rasayana = immune-modulators, anti-aging, rejuvenators, disease modifiers, longevity promoters). Pippali used as a single herb, or as a part of the compound, yields a good cure in many systemic diseases, including stubborn and chronic ones. The Vardhamana Pippali Rasayana aims at increasing and enriching the quality of the tissues or dhatus with the active components…

Rasa Pachaka Yoga

Rasa Pachak Yoga

The Charak Samhita’s Jwar Adhyay highlights the significance of Rasa Pachaka Yoga in treating Vishama Jwara, particularly Santata Jwara. Within the mentioned therapeutic approach, five distinct Pachak Kashayas are outlined, with Rasa Pachaka or Santata Jwar Nashak Kashaya standing out as the initial one. Although the term “Rasa Pachaka Yoga” isn’t explicitly stated, its application in Santata Jwara treatment, arising from Rasa Dhatu Vikruti, becomes evident through Yukti Pramana. This implies a targeted impact on the Rasa Dhatu. In the treatment of Santata Jwara, the primary focus is on Rasa Pachaka, emphasizing its role in rectifying Rasa Dhatu imbalances. The…

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