Dhatu
Dhatu are body constituents that build the basic structure and carry various physiological functions. They work as body tissues, stabilize and sustain the body. (Code:SAT-B.425).[1] The structural and functional integrity of the body depends upon dhatu. Therefore, it is important to understand the concept of dhatu.
In physics and chemistry, the term dhatu is applied to denote metals like iron, copper etc. In Sanskrit grammar, the term is applied to denote root verb and derivation.
Seven dhatu
- Rasa : primary product of digested food
- Rakta: blood tissue
- Mamsa:muscle tissue
- Meda: fat tissue
- Asthi: bone tissue
- Majja:bone marrow
- Shukra:reproductive fluids; semen
Nourishment
The previous dhatu nourishes the next in a sequential pattern. Each dhatu is of two forms: A. sthayi (stable) and poshaka(nourishing) B. asthayi (unstable) and poshya (getting nourished) dhatu; Each dhatu undergoes a cyclical process of origin, maturation and degeneration.
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References
- ↑ National AYUSH Morbidity and Standardized Terminologies Electronic Portal by Ministry of AYUSH Available on http://namstp.ayush.gov.in/#/sat