Meda Dhatu - The Fat Tissue

Meda dhatu is associated with the fat tissue in the body. It is derived from the muscle tissue ( mamsa dhatu). When medhaagni acts upon the nutritive part of the ‘Mamsa’ dhatu; it leads to formation of fat tissue. In case, the Agni is imbalanced then it may lead to formation of inadequate amounts of fat.Often misunderstood, the fat tissue is extremely important for optimum functioning of the body. It provides the needful lubrication and nourishment to every cell in the body. It is associated with Kapha ( the water + earth elements) and provides stability and the much required...