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'''Homeostasis''' is the ability of an [[organism]] to regulate its status and keep it stable by means of feedback loops. The term was coined by physiologist Walter Cannon in his 1932 book, ''The Wisdom of the Body.'' | '''Homeostasis''' is the ability of an [[organism]] to regulate its status and keep it stable by means of feedback loops. The term was coined by physiologist Walter Cannon in his 1932 book, ''The Wisdom of the Body.'' | ||
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| + | ==Ayurvedic Medicine Understanding== | ||
| + | In [[Ayurvedic medicine]], homeostasis is when there is a [[balance]] of the [[three doshas]]: [[Vata]]-[[Pitta]]-[[Kapha]]. | ||
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| + | ==See Also== | ||
| + | * [[Balance]] of the [[Three doshas]]: [[Vata]]-[[Pitta]]-[[Kapha]] | ||
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Revision as of 09:07, January 2, 2015
Homeostasis is the ability of an organism to regulate its status and keep it stable by means of feedback loops. The term was coined by physiologist Walter Cannon in his 1932 book, The Wisdom of the Body.
Ayurvedic Medicine Understanding
In Ayurvedic medicine, homeostasis is when there is a balance of the three doshas: Vata-Pitta-Kapha.
See Also
- Balance of the Three doshas: Vata-Pitta-Kapha