Understanding Pitta Dosha from Contemporary view Point

Abstract

Ayurveda, a natural system of medicine, invented in India more than 5, 000 years ago. The term Ayurveda is derived from the two Sanskrit words Ayur (life) and Veda (science or knowledge). Thus, term Ayurveda interprets to knowledge of life. In Ayurveda, an independent consideration has been established with reference to biological actions. Tenets of Ayurveda conceive human body as miniature of macro cosmos which is corroborated by contemporary science as well. Vata, Pitta and Kapha have been understood as Tridosha. In this regard, it has been asserted that all these three sustain the body, but, in pathological state, they contaminate the body independently. Therefore, their identity is as Dosha. Doshas are the vital biological entity accountable for the maintenance of homeostasis. This article endeavour is made to discuss all aspects of Pitta Dosha to make it understandable and relevant.