Analyzing Manushya mutra (Human urine) through the lens of Ayurveda: Traditional insights
Thakur Gaurav1, and Banne Satej2
1,2Department of Dravyaguna, Parul Institute of Ayurved, Parul University, Vadodara - 391760, (India) Mobile: 8219261851, Email: gtpk1623@gamil.com Mobile: 9099867731, Email: satej.banne@paruluniversity.ac.in 1Final Year Post Graduate Scholar, 2Associate Professor & HOD
ABSTRACT
Manushya Mutra, or human urine, holds a unique and multifaceted role in Ayurvedic Samhitas , the foundational texts of traditional Indian medicine. Embedded in the ancient wisdom of Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, and other revered scriptures, Manushya Mutra is intricately linked to Ayurvedic principles of holistic health. This abstract explores the references to Manushya Mutra within the Samhitas and Nighantu’s emphasizing its Vishaghna properties—its potential to counteract toxins in the body. Ayurvedic teachings present this substance as a vital component in therapeutic practices, particularly those aimed at restoring Doshic equilibriumand detoxifying the human system. The aim and objective of the present study is to screen out Manushya Mutra and their different opinion about the Ayurvedic texts. The discussion reveals that the Manushya Mutra having the Lavana, Katu, Tikta Rasa Laghu, Ruksha, Tikshna, Kshara guna especially indicated in vishahara. Apart from these the Manushya Mutra have specific quality like Rasayana. Theabstract underscores the need for on-going research to bridge the gap between traditional knowledge encapsulated in the Samhitas and the evolving standards of modern healthcare.