Stri Prakriti and Reproductive Health: A Theoretical Integration of Ayurvedic Typology and Genetic Tendencies

Bharti Gahlawat; Pradnya Shirke; Ankit Kumar

doi:10.21760/jaims.10.8.28

Bharti Gahlawat Post Graduate Scholar, Department of Stri Roga and Prasuti Tantra, Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Ayurveda & Research Institute, Pune, Maharashtra, India.
Pradnya Shirke Professor, Department of Stri Roga and Prasuti Tantra, Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Ayurveda & Research Institute, Pune, Maharashtra, India.
Ankit Kumar Assistant Professor, Department of Kayachikitsa, National College of Ayurveda & Hospital, Hisar, Haryana, India.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.10.8.28

Keywords: Ayurveda, Stri Prakriti, Dosha, female reproductive health, personalized medicine, genetics, epigenetics, menstrual health, fertility, constitutional medicine

Abstract

Ayurveda’s foundational concept of Prakriti - the inherent biological constitution unique to each individual - forms the cornerstone of personalized healthcare. Within this framework, Stri Prakriti specifically denotes the female constitution, encompassing distinct physical, physiological, and psychological characteristics that significantly influence reproductive health. This theoretical article critically examines classical Ayurvedic perspectives on Stri Prakriti, elucidating their relevance to menstrual regulation, fertility, and pregnancy outcomes. It further integrates contemporary advances in genetics and epigenetics to provide a nuanced understanding of the biological variability observed among women. By correlating Dosha predominance with hormonal milieu and gene expression patterns, the article proposes a novel model that bridges ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with modern biomedical science. This synthesis underscores the potential of constitutional assessment as a predictive and preventive tool for optimizing individualized reproductive healthcare. Such an integrative approach holds promise for enhancing personalized strategies in women’s health, fostering improved clinical outcomes, and advancing the dialogue between traditional knowledge and contemporary scientific paradigms.

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