Oily Quality
Unctuous, oily quality associated with nourishment, lubrication, and moisture; increases pitta and kapha, decreases vata
Snigdha (Oily): Effects on Body and Doshas
The oily quality increases Pitta and Kapha and decreases Vata. Snigdha brings relaxation, smoothness, moisture, lubrication, and vigor. It promotes compassion. Love is oily, liquid, and nourishing because it has the quality of Snigdha.
Source: Textbook of Ayurveda: Fundamental Principles, Chapter Two: Universal Attributes and Doshic Theory
Definition
Snigdha is the oily or unctuous quality associated with nourishment, relaxation, smoothness, lubrication, love, and compassion. It increases pitta and kapha while decreasing vata.
Source: Textbook of Ayurveda: Fundamental Principles, Glossary
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