Elements (Pancha mahabhuta), Brainstem and organs
Element ( mahabhuta ) Morsel Brain stem control Type of coverage Organs controlled by Brain stem Earth ( Prithvi ) Food Yes Intake (transport) Esophagus Digestion (breakdown of food particles) Primary: Stomach , Duodenum . Digestive support through secretions: Liver , Pancreas Excretion Rectum Smell No NA NA Water ( Jala ) Water as nourishment Yes Intake (transport) Esophagus Absorption Duodenum, Large intestine (3 parts of colon) Excretion Alveoli (water vapor), Renal collecting tubules (Right and left), Bladder sub-mucosa Taste No (no control, only coordination) NA NA Air ( Vayu ) Air as nourishment Yes Intake Alveoli ( Oxygen ) (Right and Left lung) Gas exchange Alveoli (Oxygen, Carbon dioxide ) (Right and Left lung) Excretion Alveoli (water vapor) Touch No NA NA Fire ( Agni ) Fire essential for nourishment Yes Digestion (breakdown of food particles) Primary: Stomach, Duodenum. Digestive support through secretions: Liver, Pancreas Vision Regulation of intake Iris (Right and...