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L7 Ayurveda I - Intro, Elements Flashcards

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What is Ayurveda?

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The traditional healing system of India

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What does the term ‘Ayurveda’ mean?

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Ayur = life + Veda = knowledge:
‘Knowledge of Life’

The ‘science / knowledge of life’

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How long have records of Ayurveda been dated back?

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Around 4,000 years

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What type of tradition is Ayurveda considered to be?

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A verbal tradition taught from teacher to pupil

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What are the Vedas?

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Sacred Indian scriptures that set out the central philosophies of Indian civilization

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Which Veda focuses on health and is the basis of Ayurveda?

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The Atharva Veda

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What is the significance of the Atharva Veda in Ayurveda?

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It contains procedures for everyday life and focuses on health

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When was the Atharva Veda composed?

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Around 1000 BC
Still followed today (3000 years)

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What are the three ancient Ayurvedic texts mentioned?

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Caraka Samhita, Sushurta Samhita, Ashtanga Hridayam

These texts are essential for students of Ayurveda.

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True or False: Modern medicine has completely replaced Ayurveda in India.

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False

While modern medicine has overtaken Ayurveda, it still remains prevalent among traditional populations.

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What is Ayurveda recognized as in the context of global medicine?

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One of the great unbroken medicine traditions of the planet

Ayurveda has a longstanding history and continues to be practiced today.

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What therapeutic uses does Ayurveda encompass?

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Ayurveda is not limited to herbal medicines but makes therapeutic use of:
* Foods
* Dietary practices
* Minerals
* Lifestyle practices
* Exercises
* Thoughts
* Environmental influences

Ayurveda utilizes various elements to enhance health.

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True or False: Ayurveda is limited to herbal medicines.

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False

Ayurveda encompasses a wide range of therapeutic practices.

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Fill in the blank: Ayurveda seeks to enhance health and wellbeing by encouraging ___________

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[physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual balance]

Ayurveda promotes a holistic approach to health.

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What is a key similarity between Ayurveda and naturopathy?

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Both are complete ways of life that enhance health and wellbeing

They focus on a holistic approach to health.

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What are the five basic substances in Ayurveda?

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Ether, Air, Fire, Water, Earth

These substances are known as Pancha Mahabhuta.

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What does Ether represent in Ayurveda?

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The space in which things exist.

Ether is considered the most subtle of the five elements.

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What is the lightest state of matter according to Ayurveda?

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Air

Air is associated with movement and is the second element in the hierarchy.

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Which element in Ayurveda is known as the element of transformation?

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Fire

Fire represents energy and change.

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In Ayurveda, what does Water symbolize?

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The element of fluidity, moisture, lubrication.

Water is essential for life and represents adaptability.

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What is the role of Earth in Ayurveda?

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The element of structure, form and solidity.

Earth provides stability and form to all matter.

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Fill in the blank: According to Ayurveda, the universe is composed of five basic substances called _______.

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Pancha Mahabhuta

This term translates to ‘five great elements’ in Sanskrit.

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True or False: Each of the five elements in Ayurveda represents different forms and densities of energy and matter.

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True

These elements combine to create all things in the universe.

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What is ether?

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Ether is the space in which everything exists

Ether cannot be seen or measured and has no substance.

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Why is ether difficult to define?
Because it cannot be seen or measured and has no substance at all ## Footnote Ether is essential for existence.
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What is an example of pure ether?
The vacuum of outer space ## Footnote Outer space has no atoms but contains galaxies, stars, planets, and life.
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How does ether manifest in our existence?
In the most subtle mental and spiritual aspects ## Footnote Ether influences aspects beyond the physical realm.
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What do clear thoughts, deep sleep, and silence represent?
The ether element ## Footnote Ether is associated with calmness and clarity
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What is the lightest state of matter?
Air
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Air is composed of \_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
atoms
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What does air have little of?
material substance
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In the world, air relates to which four concepts?
* wind * gaseous substances * rapid movements * lightness
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How does air manifest in our bodies?
* thoughts * nerve impulses * movements within the body * capacity to move and adapt
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What foods represent the air element?
* Light meals * Dry foods * Gas-forming legumes * Cooling bitter herbs
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What type of herbs are considered cooling and linked to the air element?
Bitter herbs ## Footnote Cold, light, airy, detoxifying
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What element is the principal of transformation?
Fire ## Footnote Hot, energetic, emits light
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List some elements that relate to fire.
* Sunshine * Lightning * Hot seasons * Cooking of food * Spices
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How does fire manifest in the human body?
* Body heat * Digestion * Metabolism * Enzymes * Hormones * Vital Force * Mental creativity * Passion * Inspiration
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What is the role of fire in digestion?
It transforms food into energy and nourishment
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What foods are representative of fire?
* Cooked food * Warm drinks * Hot spices * Sour and fermented foods * Red meat
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Water is the principle of \_\_\_\_\_
**Cohesion** ## Footnote This principle emphasizes the unifying aspect of water in various forms.
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Water relates to what kind of elements?
Anything that is fluid * Rainfall * Humidity * Moisture * Oceans, rivers * Plant juices
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List some examples of where water manifests in the human body.
* Lymph * Plasma * Synovial fluids * Mucous membranes * Hydrated tissues ## Footnote These fluids are essential for various bodily functions including transport and lubrication.
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What roles does water play in human health?
* Carrying nutrients * Reproductive health * Social cohesion * Emotions such as love, compassion, kindness, understanding ## Footnote Water is crucial for both physical and emotional well-being.
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Fill in the blank: Soups, broths, juices, teas, fluids, and high water content \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ represent the water element.
[fruits and veg]
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Bibliography
Lad, V. (2002). Textbook of Ayurveda. The Ayurvedic Press Pole, S. (2006). Ayurvedic Medicine the Principles of Traditional Practice. Churchill Livingstone Singh, K. K. (2008). The Way of Ayurvedic Herbs. Lotus Press Smith, A. (2012.) Dravyaguna for Westerners. EIVS Smith, A. (2014). Pathology, Diagnosis and Treatment Approaches in Ayurveda. EIVS Vaghbata, (2007). Astanga Hrdayam. Chowkamba Krishnadas Academy

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