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Which of the following is NOT one of the seven Dhatus?
Which of the following is NOT one of the seven Dhatus?
- Meda Dhatu
- Rasa Dhatu
- Neglect Dhatu (correct)
- Mamsa Dhatu
What is Rasa Dhatu responsible for?
What is Rasa Dhatu responsible for?
Plasma/lymph fluid that nourishes other dhatus.
What supports Rakta Dhatu?
What supports Rakta Dhatu?
Pitha dosha
The __________ Dhatu includes all the bones and cartilages.
The __________ Dhatu includes all the bones and cartilages.
Majja Dhatu refers to muscle tissue.
Majja Dhatu refers to muscle tissue.
Which dhatu is associated with reproductive fluid?
Which dhatu is associated with reproductive fluid?
What is the main role of Meda Dhatu?
What is the main role of Meda Dhatu?
Which dosha supports Majja Dhatu?
Which dosha supports Majja Dhatu?
Which dhatu provides physical support to the Meda Dhatu?
Which dhatu provides physical support to the Meda Dhatu?
Study Notes
Sapthadhatu: Seven Essential Body Tissues
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Ayurveda categorizes the human body into seven essential constituents called Sapthadhatu.
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These constituents nourish, grow, and support the body and mind.
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Each Dhatu is related to a specific Dosha in Ayurveda.
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The seven Dhatus are:
- Rasa Dhatu (plasma): This dhatu transports plasma fluids, nourishes other dhatus, and is supported by Kapha Dosha.
- Rakta Dhatu (blood): This dhatu is vital for life, provides nourishment to tissues and cells, gives strength, and color to blood. It is supported by Pitha Dosha.
- Mamsa Dhatu (muscle): This dhatu provides movement to the muscular system, supports Medha Dhatu, and is supported by Kapha Dosha.
- Meda Dhatu (fat): This dhatu stores energy, provides strength, lubricates the body, supports bones, and is also supported by Kapha Dosha.
- Asthi Dhatu (bone): This dhatu includes bones and cartilage, giving the body shape, supporting Mamsa Dhatu, and is supported by Vata Dosha.
- Majja Dhatu (bone marrow): This dhatu nourishes the body, maintains its functions, strengthens the body, fills the bones, nourishes Shukra Dhatu, and is supported by Kapha Dosha.
- Shukra Dhatu (reproductive tissue): This dhatu nourishes an individual's reproductive strength, includes sperm and ovum, and is supported by Kapha Dosha.
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The balance of all seven Dhatus are inter-connected, and dysfunction in one can impact the others.
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Dhatus are made up of the five Mahabhutas (elements) and are managed by Doshas, which are also made of the five elements.
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A well-balanced Dosha system helps maintain a balanced Dhatu system, leading to proper bodily function.
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Explore the seven essential body tissues in Ayurveda known as Sapthadhatu. Each Dhatu plays a crucial role in nourishing and supporting the body and mind, closely related to specific Doshas. This quiz will test your knowledge of how these components contribute to overall health.
