related that when energy takes form, we tend to think
of it in terms of matter only. And much modified, it
ultimately leads to the manifestation of our familiar
mental and physical worlds. It also gives rise to cosmic
consciousness, which is the universal order that pervades
all life. Individual intelligence, as distinct from
the everyday intellectual mind, is derived from and
is part of this consciousness. It is the inner wisdom,
the part of individuality that remains un swayed by
the demands of daily life, or by Ahamkara, the sense
of `I-ness’.(ego and individualism)
The Vedas mention that the whole universe is made up
of the five basic elements as mentioned below ,Ayurvedic
reflects the belief of the five elements called Panchamahabhutas
in sanskrit. Panchamahabhutas are the five basic elements
essential for life namely -Akasha (space), Vayu (air),
Agni (fire), Jala (water) and Prithvi (earth). These
panchamahabhutas combine into three doshas or the Tridoshas-
vata, pita and kapha. The tridoshas are vital energies
responsible for all psychological and physiological
processes in the body. Ayurvedic medicine is based on
the unique combination of the tridoshas. Our constitution
or our prakriti is determined by our dominant dosha.
Each of us was born with a certain prakriti and it remains
with us for life. When all doshas work in balance, good
health reigns. This balance depends on various factors
like diet digestion, elimination of body wastes and
emotional and spiritual states. Ayurveda helps us to
understand our prakriti and to live in a way that emphasizes
the positive aspects. When the doshas become imbalanced
ill health results. The skill of an Ayurveda practitioner
lies in assessing an individual's constitution, diagnosing
the imbalance and deciding upon the best possible treatment
to restore the balance. Ayurveda utilizes diet, herbs,
yoga, and detoxification by panchakarma, meditation
and prayer to achieve good health.
