RASASHASTRA AN AYURVEDA CONCEPT, GENERAL CONSIDERATION AND ROLE IN HEALTH MANAGEMENT: A REVIEW
Dr. Amit Kumar Meena*, Dr. Mukesh Kumar Bhamu, Dr. Sanju Kumar and Dr. Manraj Meena
ABSTRACT
The ancient literature of Indian system of medicine belongs from Ayurveda science which mentioned various principles and theories for the maintenance of general health. Amongst the many concepts of ayurveda the concept of Rasashastra is one of the prime importance which helps in the management of different diseases. The Rasa Dravyas mainly prepared with the classical approaches of ayurveda like Sodhana, Putta and Marana, etc. Rasashastra merely deals around mineral, metal and herbomineral formulations. The formulations of Rasashastra possess anti-stress, rejuvenating, anti-oxidant, aphrodisiac, anti-ulcers and hepato-protective effects, etc. These properties of Rasa Dravya impart great therapeutic utility in the management of different pathological conditions. Present article emphasizes general considerations and therapeutic utility of Rasashastra.
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