Ayurveda Theory and Treatments

Question 1

one of the world’s oldest healing systems. originated in India and is thought to be as much as 5,000 yeats old. this translates from Sanskrit as “science of life or longevity”

Answer 1

ayurveda

Question 2

one of the three subtle energies that determine metabolism and intelligence of the body-mind system. the 3 _ are Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. this literally means “impurity” or “that which can become unbalanced.” these are also knwon as three universal natures

Answer 2

doshas

Question 3

clarified butter used for massage or for cooking

Answer 3

ghee

Question 4

foot massage using a small bowl made from three metals

Answer 4

kansa vataki

Question 5

the dosha that gives structure to the body, lubricates tissues, provides strength, and supports immune function; this dosha has qualities that are like earth and water

Answer 5

kapha dosha

Question 6

one or more syllables sung or chanted to help bring balance to the body-mind system; commonly knoen and used _ is om, pronounced aum

Answer 6

mantra

Question 7

sensitive points on the body where there are greater concentrations of the body’s life force. there are 108 _ points used therapeutically but thousands of minor marmani; literally means “vital energy point”

Answer 7

marma

Question 8

the plural of marma in sanskrit

Answer 8

marmani

Question 9

subtle energy channel; ayurvedic name for pusle

Answer 9

nadi

Question 10

the five great elements: space, air, fire, water, and earth

Answer 10

pachamahabhutas

Question 11

the dosha that is responsible for all metabolic functions and transformations; this dosha has qualities that are like fire and water

Answer 11

pitta dosha

Question 12

individual or natal constitution; literally means one’s “nature”

Answer 12

prakruti

Question 13

the language in which the root texts of ayurveda were written

Answer 13

sanskrit

Question 14

a treatment in which a fine, warm stream of oil or a cool stream of buttermilk is poured over the forehead to deeply calm the nervous system. this causes the release of serotonin, which deeply relaxes the body, melting tensions; it alleviates discomfort in the head, neck, and shoulder area, as well as engenders profound feelings of pleasure, inner balance, mental clarity, and radiance to the completion

Answer 14

shirodhara

Question 15

a blend of flour and powdered hebs used dry or as a paste to remove excess oil after massage treatment

Answer 15

ubtan

Question 16

a point that is tender or delicate

Answer 16

varma

Question 17

the dosha that is responsible for all mocement in the body, coluntary and involuntary; this dosha has qualities that are like air and space

Answer 17

vata dosha

Question 18

a collection of root texts of Ayurvedic knowledge; means “pure knowledge” or “fine principles of creation”

Answer 18

vedas

Question 19

imbalnace of doshas or one’s present condition

Answer 19

vikruti

Question 20

commonly known as the sister study to ayurveda; aims to hamronize the body, mind, and spirit by the use of excersize that involves postures, breathing, and mediation techniques. in sanskrit it means “to yoke or unite”

Answer 20

yoga