Yoga & Wellness Glossary
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Agni
The digestive fire — the cornerstone of health in Ayurveda.
Core Concepts
Ama
Metabolic toxins formed from undigested food — the root cause of most diseases.
Core Concepts
Abhyanga
Traditional Ayurvedic warm oil self-massage for health and longevity.
Practices
Asana
Yoga postures — the third limb of Ashtanga Yoga for physical and mental stabili...
Yoga
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Bujangasana
Cobra pose in yoga.
Yoga
Bandha
Energy locks that redirect and contain Prana within the body.
Yoga
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Dhyan Meditation
Meditative absorption in yoga.
Yoga
Downward Dog
A foundational yoga pose.
Yoga
Dosha
The three fundamental bio-energies that govern all physiological and psychological functions.
Core Concepts
Dinacharya
The Vedic daily routine — a systematic approach to daily health maintenance.
Practices
Dhyana
Meditation — sustained one-pointed awareness, the seventh limb of Yoga.
Yoga
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Kapha
The Dosha of structure — governs stability, lubrication, and immunity.
Doshas
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Mudra
Sacred hand gestures and body positions that channel Prana and deepen practice.
Yoga
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Nadi Shodhana
Alternate nostril breathing technique.
Yoga
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Ojas
The essence of vitality and immunity — the finest product of perfect digestion.
Core Concepts
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Pranayama
Breath control practice in yoga.
Yoga
Pitta
The Dosha of transformation — governs metabolism, digestion, and intellect.
Doshas
Prakriti
Your unique Ayurvedic constitution determined at birth.
Core Concepts
Panchakarma
The five purification therapies — Ayurveda's deepest detoxification system.
Practices
Pranayama
The science of breath control — mastering Prana (life force) through the breath.
Yoga
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Ritucharya
Seasonal regimen — adapting diet and lifestyle to the six Vedic seasons.
Practices
Rasayana
Rejuvenation science — herbs and practices that promote longevity and vitality.
Herbs & Formulations
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Shatkarma
The six purification practices of Hatha Yoga for cleansing body and mind.
Yoga
Samadhi
The ultimate goal of Yoga — complete absorption and union with the Divine.
Yoga
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Vata
The Dosha of movement — governs all motion in the body and mind.
Doshas
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Yoga
A group of physical, mental, and spiritual practices.
Yoga