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Sara is explained in context of 'Dashvidha Pariksha' in Charak Samhita to measure the strength (Bala) of an individual. Haematological parameters are most frequently used in routine investigations. It is obvious that both Sara and haematological parameters are used in ancient and modern science therefore, this study was planned to assess the variat...
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... was observed in Rakta, Asthi, Majja and Shukra Sara (p=0.002) and total Sara score (p<0.001) while in Mamsa Sara score statistically significant change (p=0.050) was noted. (Table 1) All the values of haematological parameters were observed higher in males, except total WBC count, platelet count and neutrophil count which was higher in females. On comparison between male and female groups, RBC, HGB, HCT and MCHC and platelet count was found statistically highly significant (p<0.001) while WBC, MCH, and total neutrophil count were observed statistically significant (p<0.05). ...
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... In contrast to women, men's higher sara scores indicate greater strength. 38 ...
The conventional medical system known as Ayurveda was developed in India thousands of years ago. Ayurvedic specializations such as Agni, Prakruti, and Dhatusarata are the foundation for research, diagnosis, and treatment. Ayurveda states that the human body comprises Doshaa, dhatu, and mala. As Dosha is the structural and operational component of the human body, mala is to maintain the body's health and cleanliness, and dhatu gives strength to our body. They serve as the body's foundation. Seven dhatus are necessary for the human body's development and survival. The term ''SARA'' refers to the most crucial and refined portion of dhatu. The most purified or vital part of dhatus is known as Sara. Dhatu Sara pariksha serves as a useful mirror for evaluating the characteristics and purposes of dhatus. Dhatu sarata also determines the strength of a person. The description of dhatusarata [tissue excellence] has been given under Dashavidha pariksha [tenfold examination] in Charak Samhita, Viman sthana,8th chapter. Charak says one should commit to something other than a strong or weak foundation. Instead, it depends on Sara or the superior quality of dhatus. It is proven that certain people with small frames and slim builds can be powerful. Individuals with various dhatu sarata have varying aptitudes for particular tasks. Therefore, people should select a career by determining their dhatu sarata. Some quantitative criteria must be developed to evaluate these attributes by tissue excellence or dhatu sarata. One can determine a dhatu's true strength by evaluating Dhatu sarata. Dhatu sarata helps to determine the bala praman of an individual. For the enhancement of immunity, selection of career, antenatal care, and dietary regimen, dhatu sarata plays an important role. This study aims to elaborate on the concept of dhatu sarata and its application.
Sarata is a factor which explains the strength of all Dhatus. Due to variations in seasons, lifestyle, diet etc., Dhatu Poshan doesnot take place leading to various health hazards. This lifestyle change modifies Sarata of every Dhatu. With the changing diet and lifestyle patterns, bone diseases like osteopenia, osteoporosis etc. have evolved into a common health problem especially in post-menopausal women throughout the world. In osteoporosis, there is increased bone re-sorption and decreased bone formation. Post-menopausal women are more susceptible to osteoporosis because of low estrogen level or surgical removal of both the ovaries. BMD tests helps in the detection of osteoporosis which is measured by bone densitometer. BMD test helps in the detection of osteoporosis which is measured by bonedensitometer. The pilot study of 50 subjects was done as per inclusive criteria.After performing densitometry, Dhatu Sarata examination was done with the help of standard Sarata examination Performa prepared by C-DAC (center for development of advance computing) Pune. Graphical representation shows that there is significant relation between Asthi Sarata and osteoporosis. The percentage of Asthi Dhatu Sarata Lakshanas are very less in the subjects having osteoporosis. Hence, this study will be helpful in reducing the fracture risk in post-menopausal women by early evaluation and preventive measures.
KEYWORDS : DHATU SARATA, Osteoporosis, BMD, Post-menopausal wome
Indian journal of applied research
Background: Dhatu Sarata is defined as the supreme quality & functional aspect of Dhatu. (2) Chakrapani described it as "Vishuddhatara Dhatu," which means the finest, purest & excellent state of Dhatu. It is the actual test to measure an individual's strength (physical and mental). On the other hand, Intelligence is a feature that is defined to describe a person's cognitive abilities concerning their Sarata. Aim: The Present study primarily deals with intelligence quotient (IQ) & its correlation with Dhatu Sarata through questionnaires & assessments with special reference to Rasa and Rakta Sarata. Material & methods: The present survey (Observational) study was conducted on apparently healthy individuals randomly selected from O.P.D/I.P.D. of Pt. Khushilal Sharma Government (Autonomous) Ayurvedic College and Institute, Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), including students and staff of the college and people living in the surrounding areas. All the volunteers who have Rasa or Rakta Sarata evaluated by Ayursoft software were further assessed for IQ with the help of the Wechsler Adult intelligence scale online test with 20 questions. A non-parametric test (Spearman Correlation) was used to explore the correlation between the two variables, i.e., Rasa Sarta &IQ and Rakta Sarta & IQ, as at least one of the variables. Result & observations: Out of 300 individuals, a total of 290 persons were found to be of Rasa Sara and Rakta Sara. There was a moderate correlation between Rasa Sarata & IQ, while Rakta Sarta and IQ showed a strong positive correlation. These positive findings obtained through this study validate the classical reference about the clinical manifestation of Rasa & Rakta Dhatusarata. Conclusion: Furthermore study can be carried out to find out its relationship with recent laboratory parameters. All remaining Dhatu Sarata can also be studied & compared with IQ level.
Ayurvedic physiology is based on Tridosha (biological entities responsible for body functioning and its regulation), Dhatu (tissues),
Mala (waste products), Agni (biofire), Srotasa (body channels). Rakta Dhatu has been considered as Pranayatana (seat of life)
because the blood plays an important role in sustenance of life and for the same reason, it’s function is also said as Jeevanam
(making alive). The nutritional status of all the tissues depends on status of Rasa-Rakta Dhatu. Intake of nutrients depends on
Annavaha (channels carrying food) and Pranavaha Srotasa (channels carrying Prana Vayu), whereas proper distribution of
nutrients and nourishment of tissues depends upon Rasavaha Srotasa (channels carrying plasma) and Raktavaha Srotasa (channels
related to haemopoiesis). In Ayurveda, the physiology of blood and its applied aspect has been described in a very comprehensive
manner under the description of Rasa- Rakta Dhatu and its respective Srotasa.
The Tridosha theory, which is the cornerstone of Ayurvedic physiology governs all the functions of human body and mind. Tridosha are responsible in determining one's Prakriti and their functional status may vary in both gender of different Prakriti. No research work is available to assess the functions of Dosha by objective parameters. Therefore, this study was planned to find out the variation in functional status of different types of Pitta, using certain objective parameters, in 201 young healthy volunteers of both gender belonging to different Prakriti. Serum level of triglycerides, cholesterol, total protein and glucose level were estimated for Pachaka Pitta and hemoglobin concentration for Ranjaka Pitta, visual acuity for Alochaka Pitta, memory and reaction time for Sadhaka Pitta and RGB value for Bhrajaka Pitta were measured .Except the functioning of Bhrajaka Pitta, variation in functional status of all type of Pitta was not the same in different Prakriti of both gender. However these findings were not significant which may have occurred due to small sample size and homogenous population. Thus we propose the consideration of sex differences while planning and evaluating the studies that are based on Prakriti.
Sarata is a factor which tells the strength of all dhatus. Due to variations in seasons, lifestyle, diet etc., dhatu poshan does
not take place leading to various health hazards. This lifestyle change modies sarata of every dhatu. With the changing
diet and lifestyle patterns, bone diseases like osteopenia, osteoporosis etc. have evolved into a common health problem especially in postmenopausal
women throughout the world. In osteoporosis, there is increased bone re-sorption and decreased bone formation. Post-menopausal
women are more susceptible to osteoporosis because of low estrogen level or surgical removal of both the ovaries. BMD tests helps in the
detection of osteoporosis which is measured by bone densitometer. BMD test helps in the detection of osteoporosis which is measured by bone
densitometer. The pilot study of 50 subjects was done as per inclusive criteria. After performing densitometry, dhatu sarata examination was done
with the help of standard sarata examination Performa prepared by C-DAC (center for development of advance computing) Pune. Graphical
representation shows that there is signicant relation between asthi sarata and osteoporosis. The percentage of asthi dhatu sarata lakshanas are
very less in the subjects having osteoporosis. Hence, this study will be helpful in reducing the fracture risk in post-menopausal women by early
evaluation and preventive measures.
