Abstract

EXPLORING DHATU AND SHARIRBALA: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF OJAS AND VITALITY IN AYURVEDA

Dr. Nikhil Pundlik Ingle*

Abstract

In Ayurveda, maintaining health hinges on the balance of Dhatus (bodily tissues) and Doshas (biological energies). Ojas, or Bala, is the vital essence derived from the sequential development of the seven Dhatus—Rasa, Rakta, Mamsa, Meda, Asthi, Majja, and Shukra— through the Srotamsi, the internal nutrition delivery system. Bala represents strength and vitality, impacting both physical and mental health. Deficiencies in Bala, often due to sedentary lifestyles, can affect overall well-being. Ojas is the underlying cause of Bala, which manifests as robust muscles, effective motor functions, clear voice, healthy skin, and optimal sensory and psychological functions. Comprehensive evaluation of Bala requires assessing both individual Dhatus and their collective state, rather than relying solely on external appearances. Objectives- To study the Concept of Dhatu and Sharirbala. Materials and Methods: Review of Sharir Dhatu, Sarata, Oja, Bala was done from various Samhitas, review also done from Ayurveda textbooks, thesis and papers published in the international journals etc.

Keywords: Dhatu, Saptadhatu, Bala, Oja.