Abstract

SAPTADHATU CONCEPT IN AYURVEDA- A RESEARCH STUDY

Dr. Vikram Vir Bhushan* and Dr. Muneesh Sharma

Abstract

If we look at the word “Saptadhatu” Dhatu is that which bears or supports, while sapta indicates seven. Seven essential tissues are recognized by Ayurveda as giving the body structure, growth, and nourishment. These tissues, known as dhatus, resemble the primary tissues recognized by contemporary science in many respects. They are reserved inside the limitations of the mucous membrane on the privileged and the skin on the outside. The form grows strong because each Dhatu has an Updhatu, or subunit. They give the body stability, power, and form. One of the three biological humors (Doshas) governs each dhatu. Although they strengthen and sustain the body, Updhatu are not careful Dhatus because they do not nourish the body tissues like Dhatus do. Once food is fully digested, the building of tissues commences. The first tissue that gets strength is plasma and then sequentially other tissues are fed. As per Ayurveda, appropriate. An imbalance within any tissue will, therefore, affect all subsequent tissues. Plasma is rich in digestive nutrients and vigorously transfers these nutrients to subsequent tissue layers. In this way, even the deepest and most complex tissues are nourished by the foods we eat. Dhatu means body constituents which build the basic structure and carry various physiological functions. They work as body tissues, stabilize, and sustain body. The term “Dhatu” generally refers to the seven structural components of the body. The structural and functional integrity of body depends upon dhatu.[1] Therefore, it is important to comprehend the idea of dhatu. Hence, this article will cite about dhatus and its importance.

Keywords: Saptadhatu, Ayurveda, importance.