Concept of Koshtha in Kriya Sharir
Abstract
According to Ayurveda, the human body is composed of four basics - the Dosha, Dhatu, Mala and Agni. There is immense significance of all these basics of the body in Ayurveda. So, is the Koshtha. The term Koshtha refers to the digestive tract or the motility of the intestines and movement of food, faecal matter and its expulsion. Koshtha is included in Abhyantara Rogamarga. It is of three types: Krura, Mridu and Madhya in which dominance of one of the Dosha is seen. Koshtha Pariksha is important for diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Koshtha Pariksha helps in selection of Aushadhi and Aushadhimatra.
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