Abstract

ROLE OF RASAVAHA STROTAS IN ANXIETY RELATED CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH

Dr. Swati Chobhe, *Dr. Puja Ishwar Lanjewar

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Abstract

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death globally. According to WHO (World Health Organization) estimated 17.9 million people died from cardiovascular disease in 2019, representing 32% of all global deaths. India has one of the highest burdens of cardiovascular disease worldwide. Ayurveda has emphasized on mental and physical wellbeing which is described under the umbrella term "Swasthya"(health). Ayurveda proclaims that main purpose of human’s balance health is to maintain balance of Dosha (bio energies), Dhatu (seven tissues) and Mala (seven products). To achieve this all, one need to remain healthy and happy by body and mind as these are inter related and interdependent to each other. Any factor which may lead to ill health leads to stress (chinta) which aggravates raja and tam dosha and leads to vitiation of vata dosha and thus leads to rasavaha srotas dushti. By balancing the Rasa dhatu axis, an individual can potentially reduce the impact of stress and other mental and emotional risk factors on cardiovascular health. This article review introduces the concept of Rasa dhatu axis in promoting cardiovascular health through body and mind has been explored under the lens of ayurveda and modern medicine.

Keywords: Rasa dhatu axis, mind-body connection, stress, cardiovascular health, neurohormonal system, neuroendocrinology.