YAKRIT SHARIR IN AYURVEDA: AN ANALYTICAL REVIEW

Authors

  • Dr. Sarfraj Khudbuddin Landge
  • Dr. Shraddha S Shelke
  • Dr. Aparna A Admuthe

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53555/eijbps.v10i1.55

Keywords:

Yakrit, Liver, rakta vaha srotas, haematopoiesis, Ayurvedic, medicine

Abstract

The concept of Yakrit (liver) is pivotal in Ayurvedic medicine, reflecting its comprehensive understanding of physiology, pathology, and therapeutic strategies. This review aims to elucidate the anatomical and physiological aspects of Yakrit as depicted in classical Ayurvedic texts, correlating them with modern scientific insights to foster an integrative approach to hepatic health.

Author Biographies

Dr. Sarfraj Khudbuddin Landge

M D (Rachana Sharir) Associate Professor, Rachana Sharir Department, Hon. Shri Annasaheb Dange Ayurved Medical College, Ashta.

Dr. Shraddha S Shelke

Asso. Professor, Rasashastra & Bhaishajya kalpana department.Hon. Shri Annasaheb Dange Ayurved Medical College, Ashta

Dr. Aparna A Admuthe

Assistant Professor, Panchkarma Department., Hon. Shri Annasaheb Dange Ayurved Medical College, Ashta

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Published

2024-08-04

Issue

Vol. 10 No. 1 (2024): EPH - International Journal of Biological & Pharmaceutical Science (ISSN: 2208-2166)

Section

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