Prakriti is a commonly used term in Ayurveda. Prakriti means one’s psychosomatic constitution or mind-body type. In Sanskrit, the word prakriti means nature. Vikriti is synonymous with a disorder, disease, or pathological manifestation. The concepts of prakriti or psychosomatic constitution and vikriti or disorder are significant in Ayurveda. They are …
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In Ayurvedic medicine, doshas are innate, bodily humors of which every individual is formed. The body constitution is based on three doshas: Vata, Pitta and Kapha. These innate energies circulate in the body and are responsible for several physical, mental and emotional characteristics. Every individual is unique and has a predominant …
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Congratulations! You have scheduled your first Ayurvedic consultation, or are considering making an appointment. If you feel apprehensive about your first consultation, you are not alone. Many people feel the exact same way just because they don’t know what to expect. Let’s face it; you might not know someone who …
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