The Elements of Ayurveda Podcast

Episode 348

Udaka vaha srotas, also known as ambu vaha srotas is the water carrying channel in the body and it also includes the channels that regulate water balance.

In episode 276 Colette discussed the functioning of the hydration channel and subdoshas involved. In this episode she focuses on the imbalances and disorders which can occur in this channel and covers the following:

• Signs of aggravation in udaka vaha srotas.
• Disorders which can manifest in this channel.
• What can cause aggravations in the hydration channel.
• How to check for imbalances in udaka vaha srotas.
• Tips to prevent imbalances in this channel.

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Episode 276

Colette continues her series on the channels (srotas) of the body. This is the third episode in this series:

1. In episode #272 where she did an introduction to the channels of the body where she focused on the first input channel, anna vaha srotas (the food channel).
2. In episode #274 she focused on the second input channel, prana vaha srotas (the respiratory channel).

In this episode, Colette focuses on the important role of udaka vaha srotas (the hydration channel) in the body and mind as water is required for the following functions in the body:

• Aiding digestion
• Elimination
• Regulating body temperature
• Lubricating and protects the tissues, organs and joints
• Transporting nutrients and oxygen to cells
• Supporting the kidneys and liver by flushing out waste products
• Acting as a shock absorber for the brain, spinal chord and the fetus

Water is balancing for all 3 doshas and it's very important for the normal functioning of the entire body. No cell in the b...