Relevance of Sharir Kriya in Disease Pathogenesis: An Integrative Review
Author : Dr. Bhupendra Pali, Dr. Ashok Kumar and Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
Abstract :
Ayurveda, this ancient science of life, essentially states that staying healthy is all about maintaining the perfect balance of your body's systems. It's not just some random theory—we're talking about a deep dive into how our bodies actually work. So, according to the old-school wisdom, our health depends on balancing these key elements: Doshas (energy types), Dhatus (body tissues), and Malas (waste products).
The truly remarkable aspect is how this entire system operates. Imagine your body like a super complex machine where everything's interconnected. Acharya Charaka, this legendary medical guru, explained that our body operates through an intricate dance of biological energies, structural components, and metabolic processes. When everything's working smoothly, you're golden. But when things get out of whack, that's when health problems start creeping in.
What's fascinating is how this ancient approach aligns perfectly with modern medical understanding. It's as if these Ayurvedic scholars figured out centuries ago what we're only now confirming with advanced science. They mapped out how tiny imbalances can trigger major health issues, breaking down exactly how our body's systems influence each other.
The key takeaway? Ayurveda isn't just about treating symptoms—it's about understanding the root causes of health and disease. Tracking how different bodily functions interact offers this exact, personalized approach to wellness. Pretty mind-blowing when you think about how advanced this perspective was, way before modern medical technology even existed.
Keywords :
Sharir Kriya, Pathogenesis, Samprapti, Dosha-Dhatu-Mala, Agni, Ayurveda Physiology.
