Tridosha Theory : A Study on the Fundamental Principles of Ayurveda

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Basis of tridosha. 3. The concept of vata. 4. The concept of pitta. 5. The concept of kapha. 6. Production of the three somatic humors in the body. 7. Prakrti. 8. Doshavaishamya. 9. Effects due to the vitiated doshas. Summary. Appendix.

"The theory of tridosha forms the foundation of Ayurveda. In this text the learned author scientifically explains the physiology of human body through the principles of vata, pitta and kapha keeping in view some of the processes as explained by modern science without detriment to the main concept postulated in Ayurveda.