L9 Ayurveda Treatment - Basic plan

Question 1

What is the unifying cause of pathology in Ayurveda?

Answer 1

Aggravation of Vata, Pitta or Kapha

This principle is referred to as ‘unity of disease’ in Ayurveda.

Question 2

List the basic order of treatment

Answer 2

1. Identify imbalance based on the qualities.
2. Find the causes of imbalance and
   change diet and lifestyle
3. Balance Agni
4. Remove Ama

Question 3

What is the third principle in the Ayurvedic treatment process?

Answer 3

Balance Agni (digestive fire)

Weak Agni can lead to toxicity.

Question 4

What does the term ‘Ama’ refer to in Ayurveda?

Answer 4

Undigested food toxins

Nearly all pathologies in Ayurveda involve Ama.

Question 5

What are the qualities assessed to identify energetic imbalances?

Answer 5

Hot, cold, dry, wet

These qualities indicate which Dosha or combination is aggravated.

Question 6

What diagnostic tools are used in the energetic assessment?

Answer 6

Visual assessment, detailed questioning, tongue and pulse diagnosis

These tools help reveal the precise energetic state.

Question 7

What qualities are associated with Pitta problems?

Answer 7

Redness, heat, irritability, yellow discharges

These symptoms indicate a Pitta imbalance.

Question 8

What should be done to treat cold damp Kapha problems?

Answer 8

Remove mucous-producing foods and replace with warm, dry, spicy foods

Examples include avoiding dairy and refined flour.

Question 9

How can Agni be balanced?

Answer 9

By regulating Doshas and using specific herbs

Herbs like coriander, fennel, and cumin can help balance Agni.

Question 10

What is the recommended amount of herb powder to take before meals?

Answer 10

½ tsp. powder in warm water

This can be done before meals for better digestion.

Question 11

What are some principles of good eating hygiene?

Answer 11

Don’t eat unless hungry, eat slowly, chew well, avoid snacking

Eating under stress or while distracted is discouraged.

Question 12

What does ‘autotoxaemia’ refer to?

Answer 12

Toxins from the GIT ‘poison’ the terrain

It is associated with the presence of Ama in the body.

Question 13

What dietary introductions can help remove Ama?

Answer 13

• Bitter herbs
• pungent spices
• sprouted seeds
• leafy greens vegetables
• chlorophyll
• sour fruits
• quinoa
• millet
• brown rice
• pumpkin seeds
• mung beans

Question 14

What foods should be eliminated to support detoxification?

Answer 14

Sweet fruits, dairy products, processed foods, mushrooms, sweet root vegetables, wheat, oats, sugar, all animal products, oils, nuts

Follow for one month for best effects

Question 15

What lifestyle practices are recommended for increasing Agni?

Answer 15

Fasting and exercise

These practices can aid in removing Ama.