Dr.Sonam, Prof.Kedar Lal Meena
Vol. 8, Jul-Dec 2019
Abstract:
The definition of the health is given by Ayurveda, in which, the equilibrium state of Dosha, maintenance of Jathargni, equilibrium of the Dhatus as well as of Malas, well-functioning of all these and clarity of Atma, sense organs and mind – the person having all these is called in Healthy state. The equilibrium of all the Dhatus is the root cause for Vriddhi, Bala, Varna, Oja, Jathargni, Medha, Ayuand Sukhaand disturbed state of the same results in ailments. Here, Varnais given as sign of Health. Varna is important biologically, cosmetically and socially. From the word ‘Varna’, all those qualities which can be recognised by Chakshurindriya are accepted. The colour, appearance and texture of the skin are known as complexion. Varna is attributed to colour or complexion.