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
Bagi seseorang yang minuman, makanan dan faktor lain—walaupun bertentangan dengan tabiat semula jadinya—tetap menjadi sesuai demi keselesaan dan kesejahteraannya, keadaan itu disebut “keseimbangan” (samya).
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.