Anatomy Terms
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Rakta
Blood
Second dhatu; blood tissue responsible for oxygenation and nourishment. Governed primarily by Pitta dosha.
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Srotas
Body Channel
The physical channels or systems of the body including circulatory, digestive, respiratory, etc.
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Nadi
Channel
The subtle energy channels through which Prana flows. Also refers to the pulse used in diagnosis.
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Rasa
Plasma/Taste
First dhatu (tissue); lymph and plasma. Also means taste. The six tastes are: sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter, astringent.
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Dhatu
Tissue
The seven fundamental tissues that support and nourish the body: Rasa (plasma), Rakta (blood), Mamsa (muscle), Meda (fat), Asthi (bone), Majja (marrow), Shukra (reproductive tissue).
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Marma
Vital Point
The 107 vital energy points in the body where consciousness and matter meet. Injury to marma points can be fatal or debilitating.
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Mala
Waste Products
The three primary waste products: feces (purisha), urine (mutra), and sweat (sweda). Proper elimination is essential for health.