Anemia
Metabolic
Pitta aggravation destroying rakta dhatu causing pallor, fatigue and reduced vitality.
Affects millions globally · Metabolic condition · Ashtanga Hridayam
Root dosha
Pitta
Why lifestyle matters
Root causes: (1) Excess pitta destroying rakta dhatu (blood tissue) (2) Poor nutrition — lack of rakta-building foods (3) Chronic bleeding from piles, menstruation or wounds
Daily habits
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Daily Practice 1
Avoid excess sun exposure — pitta aggravation destroys rakta further
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Daily Practice 2
Get 8 hours sleep — rakta dhatu is built primarily during deep sleep
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Daily Practice 3
Treat bleeding piles or heavy periods — chronic blood loss causes pandu
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Daily Practice 4
Stop clay-eating habit if present — mentioned specifically as pandu cause
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Daily Practice 5
Cook in iron vessel — passive iron supplementation through cooking