The Effect Of Nutritional Factor (Rasaj Bhav) On The Structural Changes In Garbha

Abstract

Ancient Ayurvedic Acharyas have placed a strong emphasis on consuming aahara-ras as the best source of nutrition, which is crucial for the growth and development of the embryo or foetus during pregnancy. To achieve a healthy progeny, ayurvedic science have illuminated wholesome regimen, that should be follow by the parents before and after conception. They have also elucidate about six specific procreating factors- Shad bhav (matruja, pitruja, atmaja, rasaja, satmyaja and satwaja) which are responsible for the growth of embryo. Among six factors rasaja bhava plays an important role in providing nutrition to the foetus. The concept of Upasneha, Upasweda, Ambu, Apara and Nabhinadi are involved in nourishment of embryo/foetus at different stages of development. Anceint science have drawn attention to certain food habits (aahar ras vikriti), to be avoided by the pregnant woman to refrain from abnormalities, deformities in the offspring. The concept of nutrition (aahar ras-rasaj bhav) in garbhini explained in  ancient classics.