Abstract

A PHYSIOLOGICAL STUDY OF SHUKRA DHATU – A REVIEW

Dr. Ganesh Tryambakrao Gaikwad*, Dr. Sampada S. Sant and Dr. K. Ugale and Dr. S. Ingle

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Abstract

In Ayurveda, Dosha, Dhatu and Mala are the basic blocks upon which the body stands. Out of these, Dhatu mainly perform the function of holding- together the bodily elements. There are seven Dhatu in person; these are Rasa, Rakta, Mamsa, Meda, Asthi, Majja and Shukra. Shukra Dhatu is a very important component of our body as it locates in entire body and its Moola Sthana are testes and Penis. This Dhatu is meant principally for reproduction, Reproduction is not local function of testes to produce sperms and penis to get erected at sexual acts and ejaculate. It is function of entire body, mind and intention towards sexual act, so one should take proper care of Shukra Dhatu by proper diet that gives nourishment to Shukra and by following proper regimen to benefit Shukra.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Shukra, Dhatu, Semen.