Shloka 30
Cikitsā-sāra: Doṣa Nidāna–Lakṣaṇa, Agni, Ajīrṇa/Āma Cikitsā, Daśamūla, and Prognostic Signs
पानाहारादयो यस्य विरुद्धाः प्रकृतेरपि / श्वसुखायोपकल्प्यन्ते तत्साम्यमिति कथ्यते
pānāhārādayo yasya viruddhāḥ prakṛterapi / śvasukhāyopakalpyante tatsāmyamiti kathyate
Bei demjenigen, für den Trank, Speise und andere Faktoren — selbst wenn sie seiner natürlichen Konstitution widersprechen — dennoch seinem Wohlbefinden und seiner Gesundheit zuträglich werden, heißt dieser Zustand „Gleichgewicht“.
Lord Vishnu (in instruction to Garuda/Vinata-putra)
Concept: Balance is known by functional suitability: even ‘contrary’ inputs become wholesome when the system is in equilibrium.
Vedantic Theme: Prakṛti’s guṇa-equilibrium as a relative order; the wise observe effects rather than cling to rigid labels—yukti and viveka.
Application: Assess wellbeing by outcomes (comfort, stable digestion, clarity) rather than only theoretical compatibility; personalize diet and routine while monitoring signs of imbalance.
Primary Rasa: shanta
Secondary Rasa: adbhuta
Related Themes: Garuda Purana 1.168.28 (nourish/reduce/maintain); Garuda Purana 1.168.29 (strength via steadiness/exercise/contentment)
FAQs
It means a stable equilibrium where diet and habits remain assimilable and supportive of well-being, even if they would normally be considered unsuitable for one’s constitution.
It acknowledges constitutional differences but defines true balance as a condition in which the body can still accommodate inputs without disturbance.
Track what actually supports your stability and comfort; aim for steady digestion, energy, and calmness rather than rigid rules detached from lived effects.