The Principles of Ayurveda
Understanding the Fundamentals of Ayurveda: The Three Doshas
Every living thing is made up of five elements, including our own bodies. These five elements are the building blocks of all things in existence and make up everything physical we see around us. When it comes to living matter specifically, three forces known as doshas dictate pretty much every process there is.
Doshas are just words for “that which causes things to decay.” They’re responsible for diseases that come about when a person’s inner nature and environment aren’t aligned.
VATA, meaning "that which moves things," is mostly air with a little bit of ether mixed in. It’s behind bodily movements and sensations like digestion, as well as mental balance and comprehension.
PITTA, meaning "that which digests things," is primarily fire, with water coming in second place. This force keeps chemical and metabolic changes happening in the body and allows us to digest ideas and impressions too.
KAPHA, meaning "that which holds things together," is basically just water with some earth. It gives our bodies strength and stability while supporting healing processes along the way.
The three doshas together regulate all life activities, including catabolism (Vata), metabolism (Pitta), and anabolism (Kapha). Too much Vata can lead to the body's defenses breaking down, too much Pitta messes with metabolism and heat production, while too much Kapha results in increased tissue growth and weight gain.
At Ayurvida Wellness and Clinic, we provide Ayurvedic Consultation and personalized Ayurvedic Treatments based on Dosha Analysis.
In addition to our Ayurvedic services, we are excited to offer the opportunity to experience a unique 3 days / 2 Nights Ayurveda Wellness Retreat at Valle de Guadalupe (Baja California, Mexico). This retreat provides the perfect escape for those seeking to restore balance and vitality, guided by the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic principles.
Christianne Madrazo. Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, graduate of Mount Madonna Institute, College of Ayurveda in California, and student of Dr. Vasant Lad, one of the world’s foremost experts in Ayurveda.
AyurVida Wellness and Clinic is located in Mission Hills, San Diego, CA.
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I absolutely love coming to Ayurevida Wellness & Beauty. Earl is an amazing massage therapist. I see him regularly and he has helped me to feel my best! I love to get the Holistic Harmony for Body, Mind & Soul. I add on the cupping I find it extremely beneficial. I had excruciating neck pain at one point and instead of going to physical therapy like my doctor recommended, I saw Earl and he cured me of my pain. I also highly recommend both Shelly & Christianne for facials and body treatments, like scrubs and body wraps. I once had a skin infection from a different spa. I was devastated, but Christianne put me on a new facial regimen and it cleared up. My skin is now clear and glowing! Ayurevida uses the best of holistic ingredients and the entire staff extremely knowledgeable. I highly recommend visiting soon! Ayurevida has been my favorite place for wellness over many years now! Thank you!
I love Christianne holistic approach. My skin is looking better after each session. I’ve learned a lot about my life habits and the effects onto my skin. She’s not there to just do a service, she’s there to get to the root of the problem , and helps guide you along the way. And gives you a full regimen and plan on what you can use and take to help you on your skin journey.Highly recommend if you’re ready to really focus on your skin, and take your skin journey serious.I started with a consultation and she then made a plan for the skin treatment. I’m on my third session, hope to come back with a clear face one day!
I received the services, Nasya Nose and Sinus Therapy and Marma Therapy, from their certified Ayurvedic practitioner Christianne Madrazo. Both services were incredible! Christianne was very caring, knowledgeable, and comforting. She gave me lots of information about my dosha and imbalances in my body and energy centers. She even recommended teas, oils, and other products for me to use at home for my healing. I highly recommend getting a service done by her at this wellness center. If you are looking for Ayurvedic bath and beauty products then this is a great place to visit as well. They have a shop where they sell many of these products.
(Translated by Google) Ayurvida Wellness is my medicine! Ayurvedic massages are incredible and healing, since I started giving them my inflammation has disappeared by 80% and I have stopped taking the medicine for rheumatoid arthritis. Christianne and her team are excellent people who care about the well-being and health of their clients. I also highly recommend the facials with Chelly 💕 I have purchased the membership for their massages and facials and it has been the best investment I have made and I will continue to make it! Thank you Ayurvida 🙏🏻(Original) Ayurvida Wellness es mi medicina ! Los masajes ayurvedicos son increíbles y curativos, desde que empecé a dármelos mi inflamación a desaparecido un 80% y he dejado de tomar el medicamento para artritis reumatoide. Christianne y su equipo son excelentes personas que se preocupan por el bienestar y salud de sus clientes. Súper recomiendo también los faciales con Chelly 💕 He comprado la membresía para sus masajes y faciales y ha sido la mejor inversión que he hecho y la seguiré haciendo! Gracias Ayurvida 🙏🏻
This was my first visit to Ayurvida Wellness and Clinic, and I had a positive experience. The space felt peaceful and welcoming, which helped me relax right away. I had a 90-minute massage with Hannah, whose calm and intuitive presence made the session feel supportive and grounding. Her touch was gentler than I’m used to, but it felt restorative and well-suited to what I needed. She adjusted pressure easily when I asked and helped create a space where I could truly unwind. I left feeling more connected to my body and would definitely return.