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Over-exposure to the cold constricts muscles and blood vessels, causing circulatory stagnation. Cold body temperature depresses the heart rate as well - by 10 beats per minute for every one degree drop in temperature. This stagnation in the circulatory system depresses the immune system and leaves you vulnerable to respiratory infection.
In Chinese Medicine, catching what in the West we know as a "cold" is actually considered catching a "wind." Keeping your low back, neck, ankles and wrists covered and warm protects you from catching a "cold wind". The TCM concept of catching a cold wind or a hot wind directly from the external environment is a helpful explanation!
Each dosha reflects a distinct metabolic nature and describes strengths & weaknesses in bodily function, and how these affect energy levels, digestion, susceptibility to disease, and many other tendencies.
Your metabolic nature not only affects your physical characteristics, but also influences your mental thought patterns, confidence, and enthusiasm.
Ayurveda balances these metabolic strengths & weaknesses to support your body's vitality and prevent recurrent disease cycles. This support is a critical aid, especially in chronic or incurable disease conditions.
The 3 metabolic body types (doshas), are Catabolic (Vata), Metabolic (Pitta), and Anabolic (Kapha).
Through dosha, Ayurveda empowers people to identify metabolic imbalances early, break repetitive patterns of disease, and cultivate habits that support long-term vitality and well-being.
Ultimately, these metabolic patterns also provide a framework for understanding yourself, including body, mind, and spiritual tendencies.
Dress Warm - Bundle Up may temper these symptoms. The suitability of any herb supplement for a condition is highly dependent on the individual and constitution. Please see your doctor before using this herb supplement to treat a medical condition.
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’
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