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Chapter 6 - Ayurveda Flashcards

1
Q

Where is Ayurveda considered traditional medicine?

A

India

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2
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Ayurveda falls under what classification of CAM?

A

Whole medical system.

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3
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When did Ayurveda become organized?

A

~1500 BC

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4
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When was Ayurveda transcribed?

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~500 BC, during the Vedic period.

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5
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What language do the root words of Ayurveda come from?

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Sanskrit

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6
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What are the two roots in the word Ayurveda, and what do they mean?

A

‘Ayu’ meaning life.

‘Veda’ meaning knowledge.

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7
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What does Ayurveda deal with?

A

The physical body

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8
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What does Yoga deal with?

A

The spirit

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9
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What does Tantra deal with?

A

The mind

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10
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What does ‘holistic’ mean in Ayurveda?

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That every individual is a unique expression of cosmic consciousness.

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11
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What are the 5 elements that make up the universe in Ayurveda philosophy?

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Earth, water, fire, air, ether (space).

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12
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What is it called when elements combine?

A

Doshas.

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13
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Ether + Air =

A

Vata

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14
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Fire + Water =

A

Pitta

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15
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Earth + Water =

A

Kapha

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16
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Why do doshas change?

A

Due to changing seasons, diet, lifestyle, emotions, and relationships.

17
Q

Altered state of a person’s ___ can create a potential for ___.

A

Altered state of a person’s dosha can create a potential for disorder.

18
Q

How are doshas kept in balance?

A

With personal, daily, seasonal routines.

19
Q

What are the 7 primary elements that the human body is composed of?

A

Plasma, blood, flesh (muscle), fat, bone (marrow, nervous tissue), semen or female reproductive tissue.

20
Q

What do OM doctors think the human body is made of?

A

Cells.

21
Q

Disease or insanity can be caused by…

A

blockage of channels that carry fluids can lead to imbalances of doshas.

22
Q

Diagnostic techniques of Ayurveda medicine.

A

Detailed questioning and observation of the patient; examination of vital pressure points; taking pulse; examination of tongue; examination of lines on the face; and stool exams.

23
Q

Ayurveda treatments

A

Moderation in all things; proper diet and hygiene; detoxification; medicines; massage; sweating; oil rubs; yoga.

24
Q

Ingredients in Ayurveda medicines

A

herbs, animal substances, minerals & metals (mercury and lead).
Preparation of medication involves prayers.

25
Q

Are the traditional modes of action in Ayurveda supported by scientific evidence?

A

No. We are made out of cells, which are made out of atoms.

26
Q

As a scientist, how would you test Ayurveda?

A

One treatment at a time, to see if they stand on their own.

27
Q

Do we know the dose-response curves of most Ayurveda medicine?

A

No.

28
Q

Are many of the Ayurveda studies properly blinded and randomized?

A

No, they are poorly designed.

29
Q

Example of an Ayurveda medicine that has not shown a specific biological response…

A

Cinnamon

30
Q

Example of an Ayurveda medicine that might show a specific biological response…

A

Turmeric

31
Q

Why is research into Ayurveda medicine risky for private companies?

A

The medicines can’t be patented.

32
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What are the safety issues surrounding Ayurveda medicine?

A

Not adequately tested; reluctance to admit safety problems; metals can have adverse effects; accurate labeling has been an issue.

33
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Is Ayurveda taught at western medical schools?

A

No

34
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Is Ayurveda medicine licensed in the west?

A

No

35
Q

Is Ayurveda taught at colleges in India?

A

Yes

36
Q

Is Ayurveda licensed in India?

A

Yes

37
Q

Does Ayurveda medicine come from the same paradigm as OM?

A

No. The 5 elements are different from cell theory.

38
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Is there any overlap with the scientific method?

A

There is a lot of internal interest in scientific testing of Ayurveda treatments, especially herbs.

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