Important Functions Of Three Humors (Doshas)

Ayurveda principles categories human body into three major humors. Here is the list of functions each humors controls.

 

Vata Humor

Movement

Breathing

Natural urges

Transformation of tissues

Motor  functions

Sensory functions

Ungroundedness

Secretions

Excretions

Fear

Emptiness

Anxiety

 

Pitta Humor

Body-heat

Temperature

Digestion

Perception

Understanding

Hunger

Thirst

Intelligence

Anger

Hatred

Jealousy

Kapha Humor

Stability

Energy

Lubrication

Unctuousness

Forgiveness

Greed

Attachment

Accumulation

Holding

Possessiveness

You can improve or decrease these functions by practicing mudras.