Sticky Quality
One of the 20 universal attributes representing stickiness, cloudiness, and cohesiveness
Sticky/Cloudy Quality (Picchila/Avila)
Picchila (sticky), also called avila (cloudy), is the twentieth of the 20 universal attributes in Ayurveda. The sticky/cloudy quality increases kapha while decreasing both vata and pitta. It is the opposite of vishada (clear).
Picchila causes cohesiveness in body and mind. In excess, it can cause attachment, which is a sign of high kapha. The cloudy aspect (avila) causes lack of both clarity and perception. All dairy products are avila and increase kapha. Some authors use picchila while others use avila to describe this twentieth guna.
Source: Textbook of Ayurveda: Fundamental Principles, Chapter Two: Universal Attributes and Doshic Theory
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