Category: P

Elevations above the tree line; cold, rainy, windy; dominated by shrubs, herbs.  

The subtle aspect of consciousness that is ever still and watchful. This is the witness to all of creation, detached, yet ever conscious.  

One of the five aspects of vata that is responsible for inspiration and drawing things into the body. Its main seat is the brain and it operates between the navel and throat. It regulates mental functions and respiration.  

The manifest aspect of reality that is expressed in matter, nature and creation. Also used to describe the individual constitution and inherent nature of every person.  

The second stage of the disease process, which irritates and aggravates organs in the body. The term dosa prakopa is commonly used to indicate an imbalance in the humours.  

A crime against wisdom that is a formative factor in disease; acting against your inner knowledge.  

The unique action of a plant above and beyond its energetic qualities.  

The humour comprised of water and fire. It is hot, wet and light and its main site is the small intestine. It is responsible for the metabolic processes of the body. When healthy it adds zest, clarity and energy to life, but when aggravated it creates burning, inflammation and anger.  

The five great elements of space, air, fire, water and earth that make up the material universe. Created from a division of purusa and prakrti.  

The five cleansing techniques of therapeutic emesis, purgation, enemas, nasal cleansing and blood-letting.