THE IMPORTANCE OF GURVADI GUNA IN KRIYA SHARIR: A REVIEW STUDY

Puja Bhaskar Vaidya* and Prof. Dr. Pranita Joshi Deshmukh

ABSTRACT

This review study examines the significance of Gurvadi Guna (qualities of heaviness and lightness) within the framework of Kriya Sharir (physiology in Ayurveda). By analyzing the impact of these qualities on bodily functions, health, and disease management, the study highlights their relevance in contemporary Ayurvedic practice. The paper aims to bridge ancient Ayurvedic principles with modern health practices, advocating for the integration of Gurvadi Guna in therapeutic approaches. This review study aims to explore the significance of Gurvadi Guna in the context of Kriya Sharir, emphasizing its relevance in contemporary Ayurvedic practice. The study seeks to bridge traditional Ayurvedic principles with modern health paradigms, offering insights into how these qualities can inform dietary and lifestyle choices.

Keywords: The study reveals that Gurvadi Guna significantly impacts metabolic processes, body composition, and the balance of doshas (biological energies). The qualities of heaviness (Gurvata) and lightness (Laghu) directly influence digestion, nutrient absorption,