Ayurveda utilizes a metabolic classification system based on
Imperfections of the human form arise from genetics, poor lifestyle and diet choices, or environment. The imperfections themselves have a nature which corrupts the human nature. Ayurved classifies these imperfections into various biocharacteristics or gunas.
Natural Law Theory is a basic view of reality first described by Aristotle and later developed in the Middle Ages. It differences from the modern mechanistic view of reality, which claims that things do not have a nature beyond the sum of their parts.
On Joyful Belly, we've integrated this system into the core of the website, to provide tools for modern clinicians. Please click on category below to see how remedies are classified under this system. See all categories
Has a hot and dry metabolic nature. Enthusiastic, vibrant and bright. In excess burns up fluids and ojas, irritable. Corresponds to high bilirubin in the blood that irritate and heat up the body and liver.
Cold and dry metabolic nature. Colicky, tense. Withdrawn, pensive, anxious, and hesitant.
Wet & cold. When out of balance becomes congested, stagnant, and overweight. Loving, trusting, and patient.
Hot & moist. Full-blooded, vigorous. Vivacious, social, and epicurean. Bullish.
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’
