Never suppress Natural Urges of Body (Adharniya Vega)
Never suppress Natural Urges of Body (Adharniya Vega)
Our Human body has multiple urges. But certain natural urges of the body should not be surprised at all. In case you are suppressing these natural urges of the body ( consciously or unconsciously) then you are inviting different kinds of diseases into your body and mind.
This is the most comprehensive guide to Adharniya Vega, Natural Urges of the Body ever. In this guide, you will learn everything you need to know about the Natural Urges of the Body that should never be suppressed.
I will explain to you each of these Natural Urges of the Body. In addition to this, I will explain to you the diseases that can manifest in your body and mind if you are suppressing them.
With proper knowledge of Adharniya Vega (Natural Urges of the Body) and, many people can heal their physical, mental, emotional problems.
As a beginner or an advanced Ayurveda practitioner, you may have questions related to Adharniya Vega. This ultimate guide to Adharniya Vega for Wealth, Natural Urges of the Body will provide you with in-depth knowledge of the topic. Here you will learn:
- What are the natural Urges of the Body?
- What is Adharniya Vega?
- Different types of Adharniya Vega?
- Consequences of Suppression of Adharniya Vega
This is the most complete guide available on the internet. Let’s dive right in…
Table of Contents
What are Natural Urges of the Body?
As per the Ayurvedic scriptures, the natural urges of the body are known as veg or vega’s (in English), it’s not vegas. These natural urges of body are classified as Adharniya Vega and Dharniya Vega.
What is Adharniya Vega?
The Sanskrit word Vega means natural urge and Adharniya means non-suppressible.
Ayurveda describes spontaneous flows throughout the body that aligns with subtle impulses in the mind, called urges. These bodily urges are natural and necessary for the proper health and functioning of the body, mind, and emotions.
The purpose of the Vega’s or the natural urges of the body is to remove the toxins from the body that are produced by the body’s metabolism. Repression of any of these vegas leads to imbalances and then diseases.
Some people say there are 13 natural urges in Ayurveda, whereas some refer to 14 natural urges in Ayurveda. In some of the blogs on the internet, you will find 15 natural urges in Ayurveda.
They include Laughter i.e. urge to laugh as Adharniya vega, but as per Ashtanga Hridayam (Scripture of Ayurveda), laughter is not mentioned as an Adharniya vega. But Ayurvedic scriptures refer to laughter as an important tool for human health.
Let’s dive deeper into 14 Adharniya Vegas (Natural urge of the body)
Adhovata Vega (Urge to Fart)
The first natural urge of the body is Adhovata vega or in simple language an urge to fart (suppression of flatus)
In case if suppress your urge to fart on a regular basis due to any reasons then this suppression of flatus will weaken Apana Vayu and it will give rise to many problems such as:
- Pain in the Abdomen
- Bloating
- Obstruction to the elimination of Flatus
- Dysuria i.e. painful or difficult Urination
- Constipation,
- Loss of Appetite
- Abdominal Tumor
- Air wastes will be absorbed into the bone marrow, aggravating Arthritis
- Nerves Issues
- Loss of Vision
- Diseases of the Heart
So next time when you feel like farting do it.
Pureesha Vega (Urge to Defecate)
The next Adharniya vega is Pureesha Vega which is an Urge to Defecate or an urge to feces. In simple language an urge to pass stool or shit.
Urge to Defecate is suppressed by children when they are busy playing or if they are shy. Adults suppress this urge if are busy at work or due to hygiene issues of toilets in public places or due to any strange habit.
Repeated suppression of the urge to feces or defecate weakens Apana Vayu and it will lead to:
- Constipation
- Poor Appetite
- Abdominal Pain
- Bloating
- Muscle cramps
- Pain in the calves
- Headache
- Autotoxicity
- Spasms, cutting pain in the rectum
- Oppression in the region of the heart
- Foul breath
- Diseases mentioned under the suppression of flatus
Next time whenever you feel like passing stool find a toilet & get rid of the waste.
Mutra Vega (Urge to Urinate)
Mutra Vega is an Urge to Urinate or an urge to pee. An urge to urinate is generally suppressed when someone is busy at work, during exams, or while traveling. Voluntary retention of urine can cases many serious issues in the body.
In case if you are repeatedly suppressing the urge to urinate (Voluntary retention of urine) then it will lead to:
- Urinary Disorders
- Painful Urination
- Bladder Pain
- Pain in the Genitals
- Headache
- Lower backache
Kshavathu vega (Urge to Sneeze)
Kshavathu vega is an urge to sneeze or sneeze reflex. This is my personal experience, I have seen many people suppressing their sneeze reflex. They do not allow the natural sneeze reflex to work properly.
Suppression of the urge to sneeze can lead to:
- Headache
- Facial Nerve pain
- Numbness
- Weak Senses
- Migraine Pai
- Lung Disorders
- Respiratory Allergies
Trishna Vega (Urge to Drink Water)
Trishna Vega is a thirst reflex, an urge to drink water. When you are thirsty and you deny this urge of the body, or you overlook these signals of thirst reflex because you are busy somewhere else or you do not give importance to this urge of the body.
Repeated suppression of the urge to thirst will give rise to
- Dryness,
- Dehydration,
- Fatigue
- Loss of consciousness (delusion)
- Emaciation (Abnormally thin or weak)
- Constipation
- Deafness
- Urinary Disorders
- Giddiness
- Heart Diseases
- Bladder Pain
- Lower Backache
- Headache
- Suppression of Kapha
Kshudha Vega (Urge to Eat)
Kshudha Vega is a hunger reflex, an urge to eat. Urge to hunger is generally suppressed by people who are trying to reduce weight. Suppression of the urge of hunger will not help in weight loss whereas it will develop:
- Loss of Taste
- Loss of Appetite
- Emaciation (abnormally thin or weak)
- Pain in the Abdomen
- Giddiness
- Malabsorption
- Hypoglycemia
- Mental and Emotional Irritation
- Further, it suppresses the Agni fire and Pitta
Nidra Vega (Urge to Sleep)
The next Adharniya vega is Nidra Vega. Nidra Vega is an urge to sleep. People of this 21st century believe that sleeping is a waste of time, so they keep themself awake even if the body & mind want to sleep.
(Nidra as Adharniya Vega) Sleep or nidra allows the body to rest, rejuvenate and repair itself that is the reason nidra is considered adharniya vega.
Suppression of urge to sleep or Nidra causes:
- Insomnia
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Delusion
- The feeling of heaviness of the Head and Eyes
- Exhaustion
- Depletion of Ojas (the Vital Force)
- Lassitude ( State of Physical or Mental tiredness: Lack of Energy)
- Too many Yawnings
- Squeezing Pain All over the Body
So take proper sleep to reset and rejuvenate your body.
If you are struggling with insomnia then you must go through our blog on Best Sleep Meditation for Insomnia.
Udagar Vega (Urge to Burp)
The next Adharniya vega is Udagar Vega. Udagar Vega is the burping reflex, an urge to burp or eructation. The burping reflex is a way for the body to get rid of excess air from the upper alimentary tract.
Generally, it happens after the meal when the food is getting digested or in case of excessive gas due to digestive issues.
Openly burping in public is not considered appropriate behavior. So many people belch as silently as possible, placing a hand in front of their mouth. But some people completely suppress the urge to burp. This aggravates the upward energy that is Udana Vayu.
Suppression of the urge to burp causes:
- Cough
- Hiccough,
- Palpitations
- Loss of Appetite
- Tremors.
- In the long run, it can cause Diseases related to the Lungs and the Heart
Kasa Vega (Urge to Cough)
The next natural urge of the human body is Kasa Vega. Kasa Vega is a cough reflex, an urge to cough. Coughing is a natural reflex that helps to get rid of mucus, pollutants, allergies, and infections from the respiratory tract.
Suppression of urge of cough causes:
- Difficulty in breathing
- Asthma
- COPD
- Wheezing
- Anorexia
- Loss of taste (or Appetite)
- Heart diseases
- Emaciation (Abnormally thin or weak)
- Hiccup
Shrama Swasa Vega (Urge to Breathing Heavily on Exertion)
The next Adharniya vega is Shrama swasa vega. Shrama swasa vega is an urge to Breathing Heavily on exertion. After intense physical activity, never suppress the urge to Breathe Heavily.
The suppression of the urge to Breathing Heavily on exertion may lead to:
- Coughing
- Asthma
- Shallow Breath
- Low Vitality
- Heart Disease
- Tumors of the Abdomen
- Delusion
Jrimbha Vega (Urge to Yawn)
The next natural urge of the human body is Jrimbha Vega. Jrimbha Vega is a yawn reflex, an urge to yawn. I remember, when I was a kid in school, it was taught to us that while yawning you have to cover your mouth with your hand. But some people while practicing these manners started suppressing the yawning reflex.
The repeated suppression of the urge to yawn may lead to:
- Tremors
- Numbness
- Convulsion (Uncontrolled shaking of the body)
- Insomnia
- Harms the Nervous System
- Deranges Vayu
Ashru Vega (Urge to Cry or Weep to Release Tears)
The next natural urge of the human body is Ashru Vega. Ashru Vega is an urge to cry or weep to release tears. Females are good at crying and I appreciate them for this because they are at the heart center and flow with nature in case of crying.
This is also a reason that females live longer in comparison to men, and suffer less from heart attacks.
Our society teaches us, that men should be tuff, and made of Steel, men don’t feel the pain and crying… “it is a girly thing”. This is utter nonsense.
Suppression of the urge to cry may lead to:
- Running Nose
- Eye Disease
- Pain in the Eyes
- Pain in the Head, and Heart
- Stiffness of the Neck
- Loss of Taste
- Loss of Appetite
- Giddiness
- Abdominal Tumors
- Allergies
- Heart Disease
- Suppressed Emotions
So guys next time when your heart is heavy and you feel like crying don’t hesitate. It takes courage to cry. In the case of females, I know they will never hesitate, that’s wonderful.
Chardi Vega (Urge to Vomit)
The next Adharniya vega is Chardi Vega. Chardi Vega is a vomiting reflex, an urge to vomit. Vomiting is not a comfortable experience for anyone.
The Human Body triggers this reflex when it is not able to process & absorb the food. But due to the mental blocks related to vomiting, some people try to avoid it.
Suppression of the urge to vomit causes:
- Herpes
- Rashes on the Skin
- Skin diseases
- Irritation in the Eyes
- Anemia
- Fevers
- Cough
- Oppression in the chest
- Nausea
- Pigmented patches on the Face
- Swelling (Dropsy)
Shukra Vega (Urge to Ejactulate or Viginal Secretion)
The last natural urge of the human body is Shukra Vega i.e. ejaculatory reflex. It is an urge for ejaculating semen (for males) or release vaginal secretions (for females).
It is observed that men try to suppress the ejaculatory reflex just for the sake of extending the sexual intercourse timing or while doing tantra practices. It takes a lot of practice, exercise, muscle control, and breath control to delay ejaculation.
Suppression of ejaculatory reflex leads to various complications like:
- Constant Discharge
- Weakening of Reproductive and Urinary Systems
- Pain and Swelling of the Genitals
- Fever,
- Swollen Prostate
- Difficult Urination
- Cardiac Pain
- Insomnia
- Mental and Emotional Irritation & Frustration
- Vayu Derangement
Natural Urges of the Body that should not be suppressed as per Ayurveda. I hope you will start implementing Ayurveda in your life.
Frequently Asked Questions about Adharniya Vega
What is Adharniya Vega?
The meaning of the Sanskrit word veg or vega is urge and adharniya means non-suppressible. The word Vega means natural urge and Dharan refers to suppression of natural urge. There are two types of natural urges Dharniya, are those which are to be avoided or suppressible urges. Adharniya are those which should not be avoided or non–suppressible urges.
What do you understand by Dharniya and Adharniya Vega in Ayurveda?
The Sanskrit word Vega or Veg means urge or natural urge, and the meaning of Dharan is suppression of natural urge. As per Ayurvedic scriptures, there are two types of natural urges i.e. Dharniya and Adharniya. Dharniya Vega are those which are to be avoided or suppressible urges. Adharniya are those which should never be avoided or non–suppressible urges.
Why is Dharaniya Vega important?
Dharaniya Vega are urges that must be suppressed to maintain sound mental & emotional health and they allow one to lead a virtuous life. As per Ayurveda, we humans should suppress urges of greed, grief, fear, fury, pride, shamelessness, envy, and excessive passion. We should practice self-control and speak the truth. We should not harm others and should always act courteously and politely.
What are the types of Dharaniya Vega?
Dharaniya Vega are of three types and these are Manasik Dharniya Vegas, Kayik Dharnaiya Vega and, Vachik Dharnaiya Vega.
What are the natural urges of the human body?
There are 14 natural urges of the body or nonsuppressible urges of the body and these are Urge to Fart, Urge to Defecate, Urge to Urinate, Urge to Sneeze, Urge to Drink Water, Urge to Eat, Urge to Sleep, Urge to Burp, Urge to Cough, Urge to Breathing Heavily on Exertion, Urge to Yawn, Urge to Cry, Urge to Vomit, Urge to Vomit.
What is the meaning of Vegadharan?
Vegadharan means suppression of natural urges. As per Ayurveda root cause of almost all diseases is Veganigraha which is the suppression of urges. Ayurvedic scriptures like Ashtanga Hridayam and Charak Samhita explain how the suppression of urges leads to serious illnesses.
Conclusion
So, try incorporating this Knowledge and learning of Ayurveda into your daily practice and see the results.
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