The three basic biological pillars of Ayurveda are Vata, Pitta and Kapha.

• The three basic biological pillars of Ayurveda are Vata, Pitta and Kapha. These biological elements originated from the Panchamahabhutas and are commonly called "Triguna" in health and "Tridosha" in diseased states of the body. Arbitrarily they are referred to as Tridosha". Vata element is produced by combination of "Akasha" and "Vayu" and in the human body it represents "Control", its propulsive effects affect all parts of the body and is brought about through the agency of neuro-musculo-hormonal mechanisms. Smooth co-ordinated movements, functioning of central, autonomic and peripheral nervous systems are identified with functions of vata. An abnormal vata can lead to neuro-muscular disorders and hormonal problems. Pitta element is produced from Teja and Jala and constitutes the transfer and flow of energy within the body. Pitta element controlled by vata brings about the breakdown of food during digestion and food elements within the body to provide the bio-energy. Various catabolic