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HOW THE BODY BUILDS IMMUNITY Agni (digestive fire), dhatus (tissues), ojas (tissue protection), and malas (waste) are all vital for the body’s health. All four are closely linked, and their…

THE KAPHA MIND AND BODY Structure and stability characterize the kapha mind and body. The kapha mind is patient and deliberate, while the kapha body has a sturdy build and…

THE PITTA MIND AND BODY Clarity and heat characterize the pitta mind and body. This leads to an ambitious mind with a sharp intellect, and an athletic build and intense…

THE VATA MIND AND BODY The vata constitution is predominantly characterized by movement. The vata mind is sensitive and creative. This leads to a slender build and active body functions,…

THE THREE DOSHAS The doshas are energies that pervade the body and mind, each with different functions. All of the doshas can be found in everybody, but different people have…

AYURVEDA AND THE FOUR GOALS OF LIFE: According to the classical Indian philosophy from which both Ayurveda and yoga originate, there are four goals of life, which includes: Dharma, Artha,…

REVEAL YOUR CONSTITUTION A person’s constitution is determined by how much of each dosha they received at conception. This affects their body and mind. Knowing your constitution is key to…

There are four aspects of the body that need to be kept in balance in order to maintain good health—these are the doshas, the dhatus, malas, and agni. Understanding the…

Ayurveda is a 5,000-year-old traditional medical system derived from the Sanskrit words “ayur” (life) and “veda” (knowledge). Hence Ayurveda translates as “knowledge of life”. Ayurveda is the oldest medical system…