Underweight / Emaciation
Metabolic
Deficiency of all dhatus causing extreme thinness, weakness and depleted vitality.
Affects millions globally · Metabolic condition · Ashtanga Hridayam
Root dosha
Vata
Why lifestyle matters
Root causes: (1) Excess vata from dry, cold, light foods and fasting (2) Insufficient intake of nourishing (brmhana) foods (3) Overexertion, excessive walking, excessive sexual activity
Daily habits
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Daily Practice 1
Rest more, exert less — brmhana (nourishing) lifestyle is opposite of reducing
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Daily Practice 2
Sleep 8-9 hours — dhatu building occurs during deep sleep stages
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Daily Practice 3
Gentle, not vigorous exercise — yoga and walking only
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Daily Practice 4
Warm oil massage daily — builds dhatu through skin channels
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Daily Practice 5
Address emotional causes — grief and worry are primary karshya drivers