💙 Everyone has a unique genetic blue print that is unique to you, which is called Prakruti or individual constitution. Your Prakruti, is a constant factor that does not change throughout life. Your constitution, prakruiti, or Ayurvedic body type, is established at conception and remains constant throughout your lifetime. Your Prakruti is your natural state of equilibrium and your blueprint for perfect health. 

💙 When I am treating patients I look at their current state of imbalance which is called their Vikruti. Vikruti represents the doshas that are elevated within our body. The Sanskrit word broken down “vi” means “after,” and “kruti,” means “creation.” Vikruti means “after creation.” So, when I am treating a patient, I refer to the current state of the 3 energies (vata, pitta, and kapha) and how they are expressing themselves in the body and mind. 

💙 According to the Caraka Samhita you must know the nature of the patient (prakruti), the nature of the imbalance or disease (vikruti) and the nature of the remedies (dravya guna – the qualities of a substance). With this knowledge, a patient can be guided back to health. 

Thank you 🙏🏽💙