Ayurvedic Words - #3230

I’ve started exploring Ayurveda to improve my lifestyle and health, but I’m finding it hard to understand some of the common Ayurvedic words and what they mean. A lot of the texts and advice use Sanskrit terms that I don’t fully grasp, and it’s making it harder for me to follow the principles. Can someone explain the key Ayurvedic words in simple terms and how they relate to health? For example, I keep hearing about doshas – vata, pitta, and kapha – but I’m not sure how they really work. I get that they’re related to body types or energies, but what exactly do these Ayurvedic words mean when applied to everyday health? If I’m feeling bloated or stressed, how would these terms help me figure out what’s wrong? Another Ayurvedic word I’ve come across is agni, which I think means digestive fire. I read that having a strong agni is essential for good health, but I don’t understand how to tell if mine is balanced or not. Are there foods or habits that specifically strengthen agni? And what happens if it’s weak – does that cause all the digestion problems I’ve been having? I also hear terms like ama and prana mentioned a lot. I know ama refers to toxins, but how do you know if you have it in your body? And prana seems to be about energy or breath, but is it more than just deep breathing? Are there exercises or techniques to improve prana that can be done daily? The biggest struggle I have is figuring out how to apply these Ayurvedic words in practical ways. It’s hard to make changes when I don’t fully understand the concepts. Do I need to learn Sanskrit to really dive into Ayurveda, or are there resources that explain these Ayurvedic words and their meanings in plain English? If anyone knows a good way to bridge this gap, I’d love your advice. Finally, are there any Ayurvedic words that are absolutely essential to know if I want to improve my health? I don’t want to get overwhelmed by terminology, but I also don’t want to miss something important.