Mridu

The soft, tender, and delicate guna; it increases mucus, adipose tissue, and relaxation, promoting kapha and pitta while decreasing vata.

Definition

Mrudu is the soft, tender, and delicate guna (quality). It promotes mucus, adipose tissue, relaxation, and qualities like love and care; it increases kapha and pitta while decreasing vata.

Source: Textbook of Ayurveda: Fundamental Principles, Glossary

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