Dhatus in Ayurveda - Building blocks Human Body

The elements of Sapta (seven) Dhatus (tissue) form the pillars of the body which form the means of feeding and growth while providing support for the body as well as the mind.

Rasa Dhatu (fluid)-derived from food digested, it feeds every cell and tissue of the body and is analogous to the plasma.

Rakta (blood) Dhatu - regarded as the basic unit of life, it is similar to the blood cells flow. It nourishes not only the tissues of the body, but provides physical strength and color to the body.

Masma Dhatu - the fabric of muscle, its primary function is to provide physical strength and support for the dhatu of meda.

Meda (wholesale) Dhatu - consists of adipose tissue in providing support to ashti dhatu. It lubricates the body.

Ashti Dhatu - including bone tissues, including cartilage, its primary function is to provide support to dhatu of majja and provide support to the masma dhatu.

Majja Dhatu - denoting the fabric yellow and red marrow, its principal function is to fill the ashti oleate in the body.

Shukra Dhatu - the main purpose of this reproductive tissue must assist reproduction and strengthen the body.

Since the support of dhatus and derive energy from each other, affecting one can influence others. For example, the interference in the production of plasma affects the quality of blood, which in turn affects the muscle. Each type of tissue has its own agni, which determines the metabolic changes of the tissues. And byproducts of forms, which are used in the body or excreted. The menstrual periods, for example, are a by-product of rasa. The fabrics are also governed by the three doshas, and any imbalance in them also causes imbalances in the dhatus. Heavy periods can also be caused by the effects of excess Kapha on plasma.