In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj explores the profound Ayurvedic definition of health from the Sushruta Samhita and offers a fascinating correlation between these ancient principles and modern physiological biomarkers. Through a line-by-line breakdown of the classic Ayurvedic sutra, he explains how true health transcends physical fitness and encompasses harmony at the levels of body, mind, and spirit, providing a deep yet accessible exploration of what it truly means to be healthy, from both traditional and scientific perspectives.

Episode Highlights:

The Sanskrit meaning and layers of the Ayurvedic definition of health

Why happiness is not the result of health, but a component of it

How to assess Vata, Pitta, and Kapha through Biomarkers

Understanding Samadhatu and why it matters

Agni, metabolism, and weight management

Mind-body harmony for lasting health

Timestamps:

00:00 - 02:00: Definition of health in Sushruta Samhita

02:00 - 03:00: Health and Happiness

03:00 - 07:30: Biomarkers that signal Dosha Imbalance

07:30 - 10:00: Understanding Samadhatu

10:00 - 12:30: Weight Loss, Fertility, and Overall Health

12:30 - 15:24: Sleep, Stress, and Endurance

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