Ayurvedic Anatomy and Physiology Flashcards

What does 'Dhatu Agni' refer to in Ayurvedic physiology?

Answer: The metabolic fire specific to each individual tissue type

Dhatu Agni refers to the specific metabolic fire within each of the seven Dhatus that governs the transformation, nourishment, and refinement of that particular tissue.

Which Dosha is primarily responsible for all movement and nervous system function in the body?

Answer: Vata

Vata Dosha, composed of air and space, governs all movement in the body including nerve impulses, muscle contractions, circulation of fluids, and respiration.

What is 'Shukra' Dhatu in Ayurvedic anatomy?

Answer: The seventh Dhatu representing reproductive tissue including sperm and ova

Shukra is the seventh and most refined Dhatu, representing reproductive tissue — sperm in males and ova in females — and is the direct precursor to Ojas.

What is the function of 'Sadhaka Pitta' in Ayurvedic physiology?

Answer: Governs emotions, intelligence, and the fulfillment of desires

Sadhaka Pitta is located in the heart and governs emotions, intelligence, memory, desires, and the courage to pursue and fulfill one's goals.

What are the three Gunas (qualities) of the mind according to Ayurveda?

Answer: Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas

The three Gunas of the mind are Sattva (clarity and purity), Rajas (activity and passion), and Tamas (inertia and dullness), which together govern all mental and psychological functioning.

Which Dhatu provides the structural framework and rigid support for the entire body?

Answer: Asthi (bone tissue)

Asthi Dhatu represents bone tissue and is responsible for providing the structural framework, support, and stability for the entire physical body.

What functions does 'Udana Vata' govern in the body?

Answer: Upward movements, speech, memory, effort, and enthusiasm

Udana Vata governs upward movements in the body including speech, singing, exhalation, memory, effort, enthusiasm, and the expression of vitality.