Slakshna is the Ayurvedic property of smoothness associated with the Space element. It increases Kapha and Pitta while decreasing Vata dosha. Smooth substances help remove waste products from the body and decrease digestive fire. They provide smoothness to body tissues, promote healing of wounds, and increase love and care while decreasing roughness. Examples include milk and turmeric. Healthy tissues naturally possess high levels of smoothness, making this property an indicator of tissue health.
🌟 Definition
Slakshna is the property responsible for the smoothness of matter in Ayurvedic science.2
✨ Elemental Association2
Slakshna attribute is primarily linked to one element:
(Akasha )
When a substance is described as having a smooth attribute (slakshna guna), it is understood to contain high quantities of space element.
Nutritional status - Well-nourished tissues appear smooth
Age indicator - Smooth tissues suggest youthful vitality
References
Primary Source: Acharya Balkrishna's A Practical Approach To The Science of Ayurveda: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthy Living.
Ayurveda - The Science of Self-Healing - Dr Vasant D Lad - Pg 50
School of Ayurveda and Panchkarma - Lectures and Notes
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