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Learn about the six Ayurvedic tastes (Rasas) and their relationship with the three doshas as part of a balanced dietary approach.
According to Ayurvedic system of medicine the complete diet is one which is composed of six Rasas or Tastes namely:
| 1 | Madhura मधुर (Sweet) | 4 | Katu कटु (Pungent) |
| 2 | Amla अम्ल (Sour) | 5 | Tikta तिक्त (Bitter) |
| 3 | Lavan लवण (Salty) | 6 | Kashaya कषाय (Astringent) |
All these Rasas have their own properties, character and functions. The table below explains the relationship between Rasa and Dosha
| Rasa | Dosha Pacified | Dosha Aggravated |
|---|---|---|
| Madhura मधुर | Vata, Pitta | Kapha |
| Amla अम्ल | Vata | Pitta, Kapha |
| Lavan लवण | Vata | Kapha, Pitta |
| Katu कटु | Kapha | Vata, Pitta |
| Tikta तिक्त | Kapha, Pitta | Vata |
| Kashaya कषाय | Kapha, Pitta | Vata |
In order to understand what is Dosha, we recommend reading What is Prakriti?
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