Abstract

OJA KSHAYA IN CONTEXT OF PANDU: A CRITICAL REVIEW

Dr. Jasmeet Kaur Dhillon*, Dr. Tarun Deoli and Dr. Ruby Rani Agarwal

Abstract

In Ayurveda, Pandu Roga and Oja Kshaya are intricately connected concepts, each influencing and reflecting the other within the framework of Ayurvedic understanding of health and disease. Oja, a fundamental concept in Ayurveda, represents the essence of vitality, immunity, and overall well-being. It is considered the subtle essence of all bodily tissues (Dhatus) and plays a pivotal role in maintaining health and resilience against disease. Oja Kshaya refers to the depletion or reduction of Oja. This depletion can occur due to various factors such as poor diet, inadequate sleep, stress, illness, or ageing. When Oja Kshaya occurs, it is believed to weaken immunity, reduce vitality, and make the body more susceptible to diseases. In the context of "Pandu roga", Ayurveda would consider the status of Oja and its preservation as crucial. Anemia can be considered under the umbrella of Pandu. Anemia in Ayurveda can be understood as a manifestation of imbalances in the Dhatus and Doshas. When there is a depletion or imbalance in Oja, it can lead to weakened immunity and vitality, making the body more susceptible to diseases like anemia. Ayurvedic treatment strategies for Pandu Roga often aim to restore Oja through dietary adjustments, lifestyle changes, and herbal formulations that nourish the blood and enhance overall vitality.

Keywords: Oja, Oja Kshaya, Pandu, Ayurveda.