Sleep in Prakruti –
1. Vata – Persons who are mainly Vata in nature tend to have light, restless sleep that is variable in quality. Often they will only sleep for a short period of time (4-6 hours/night). Vata are enthusiastic by nature and thrive with the love of excitement. As such, they can easily [...]
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Improper Sleeping Habits:
1. Anidra – Loss of Sleep
Failure to maintain a healthy sleeping pattern may be caused by increase of Vata in the Manovaha Srotas (Ayurvedic channel that connects the mind to the intellect). This is often the case for insomnia which often coincides with a loss of concentration, weakness, and fatigue. Ayurveda recommends taking [...]
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Nidra – Sleep
Sleep is a state of consciousness in which the senses (indriva) and the mind (manas) withdraw from their activities and the body relaxes. Sleep is essential for optimal health, mental concentration, sexual energy, physical strength, and to digestive power. Sleep is when the parasympathetic nervous system is activated to allow for rest and [...]
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