Dhatus

DHATUS

Dhatus are seven in number and are known as structural principles of body – again seven different combination of Pancha bhutas. They are

Rasa - Essence of food - (nourisher)

Rakta - Blood - maintains

Mamsa -Flesh muscles - envelops

Medas - Fat - Lubricates

Asthi - Bone - Support

Majja - Marrow - Fills

Sukra - Reproductive principle - Reproduction