Upadhatu

The superior by-product that results from the formation of a bodily tissue (dhatu)

Definition

Upadhatu is the superior by-product that results from the formation of a dhatu (tissue). Examples include breast milk from rasa dhatu and subcutaneous fat from mamsa dhatu.

Source: Textbook of Ayurveda: Fundamental Principles, Glossary

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