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Line 3,286: − + + + − In Vedic literature, as a medical system, the important five types of ''vata'' are explained with their locations and functions. The word ''tantrayate'' is used to explain the functional quality of ''vata'' and ''sharira'' (physical body) is ''yantra'' for functioning of ''tantra''. The ''vata dosha'' on basis of its functions is classified into five types. They reside in the ''sharira'' at the level of ''sharira parmanu'' (cell) and also at gross level. Five types of ''vata'' work together in a synchronized manner for the normal functioning of the ''sharira'' (''vayu tantrayantra dhara''). (verse 5-11) −
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=== Properties of ''vata'' ===
=== Properties of ''vata'' ===
In [[Vatakalakaliya Adhyaya]], questions have been raised about exciting and alleviating factors regarding qualities of ''vata''. ''Ruksha''(dry), ''laghu''(light), ''sheeta''(cool), ''daruna'' (dreadful), ''khara'' (rough) and ''vishada'' (clean) have been explained as qualities of ''vata''. Repeated use of substances with these qualities and actions of such similar qualities causes aggravation and excitation of ''vata'' and is alleviated by use of substances possessing contrary qualities. This brings out the phenomenon of two mutually interrelated and inseparable of ''sharira vayu'' viz.
In [[Vatakalakaliya Adhyaya]], questions have been raised about exciting and alleviating factors regarding qualities of [[vata]]. ''Ruksha''(dry), ''laghu''(light), ''sheeta''(cool), ''daruna'' (dreadful), ''khara'' (rough) and ''vishada'' (clean) have been explained as qualities of [[vata]]. Repeated use of substances with these qualities and actions of such similar qualities causes aggravation and excitation of [[vata]] and is alleviated by use of substances possessing contrary qualities. This brings out the phenomenon of two mutually interrelated and inseparable of ''sharira vayu'' viz.
#that, the ''sharira vayu'' is a biophysical force and
#that, the ''sharira vayu'' is a biophysical force and
#that it is closely associated with material substances which form part of the structure of the body for example, functions of nervous system. It is a chemical reaction sequence which occurs during the course of life. This chemical reaction –sequence, can be accelerated (excited) or inhibited by substances with similar properties (''dravya samanya''), qualities (''guna samanya'') and actions (''karma samanya'') and inhibited by substances with opposite properties. In other words, it may be concluded that the bio – physical force – the ''sharira vayu'' – is closely linked with some material structural factors. These can be influenced by diet and medicine on the basis of similar increase and opposite decrease.
#that it is closely associated with material substances which form part of the structure of the body for example, functions of nervous system. It is a chemical reaction sequence which occurs during the course of life. This chemical reaction –sequence, can be accelerated (excited) or inhibited by substances with similar properties (''dravya samanya''), qualities (''guna samanya'') and actions (''karma samanya'') and inhibited by substances with opposite properties. In other words, it may be concluded that the bio – physical force – the ''sharira vayu'' – is closely linked with some material structural factors. These can be influenced by diet and medicine on the basis of similar increase and opposite decrease.
The continuous, controlled movement of the ions is responsible for cell activity which together at the level of cells contributes to tissue activity which together contributes to the organ, system and in turn whole body. (verse 4)
The continuous, controlled movement of the ions is responsible for cell activity which together at the level of cells contributes to tissue activity which together contributes to the organ, system and in turn whole body. (verse 4)
==== Types of ''vata dosha'' ====
==== Types of [[vata]] [[dosha]] ====
In Vedic literature, as a medical system, the important five types of [[vata]] are explained with their locations and functions. The word ''tantrayate'' is used to explain the functional quality of [[vata]] and ''sharira'' (physical body) is ''yantra'' for functioning of ''tantra''. The [[vata]] [[dosha]] on basis of its functions is classified into five types. They reside in the ''sharira'' at the level of ''sharira parmanu'' (cell) and also at gross level. Five types of [[vata]] work together in a synchronized manner for the normal functioning of the sharira ([[vayu]] tantrayantra dhara). (verse 5-11)
=== General etiological factors and basic pathogenesis of ''vata'' disorders ===
=== General etiological factors and basic pathogenesis of ''vata'' disorders ===