Abstract

THE CONCEPT OF MEDA SAARTA IN AYURVEDA – A LITERATURE REVIEW

Dr. Minal Savale* and Dr. Vrinda Kaknurkar

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Abstract

Sara is one such concept which signifies the best functional status or the vitality of all Dhatu called as „Visuddhataro Dhatu‟ which means purest form of Dhatu both qualitatively and quantitatively. The physical and physio-psychological characteristic of different Sara are reflection of states of Dhatu in form of their structure and functions. As Charak stated, “Bala maan vishesh gyanartham” means for assessment of bala it is necessary to assess Sarata. It defines the excellence of each dhatu as a parameter of good health and is a component of examination in dashvidha aatur pariksha, specifically used to examine the strength of an individual or dhatu. The examination of Dhatu sarata reveals the status of Dhatu and Satva (mind) of an existent. The significance of Sara is important while assaying the bala of case so that consequently the treatment modalities should be administered. Saar Pariksha is used as a vital individual Ayurvedic tool for assessing the present health of a person and to know the prognostic of complaint as well. This concept is of paramount importance in preventive, diagnostic as well as therapeutic aspects. The optimal condition of Sara indicates good health which externally can be visualized by healthy skin, as skin is considered as reflector of good health. Meda dhatu being responsible for Snehana (oleation) in the body, it is essential to maintain its functional status by understanding its saarta to prevent meda dhatu related abnormalities.

Keywords: Sara, Dhatu, Bala, Saar Pariksha, Meda Dhatu.