UNDERSTANDING DESHA (BIOLOGICAL DISTRIBUTION OF HABITATS) THROUGH THE LENS OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Abstract

The habitat is called Desha which refers to a geographical area. Ayurveda separated desha into two types-bhumi desha and deha desha or atura desha. The ecological dispersion of habitats is known as Bhumi desha, also known as land and location. Bhumi desha refers to a certain area of land or geography. Atura desha refers to the person or individual who is sick. According to acharya charak, desha is an important aspect of dashvidh parishya bhava(Ten assessment factors). Ayurveda's major goal is to treat sickness while also maintaining good health. For this, Chikitsa purusha or karma purusha, is required. Every individual is distinct, according to ayurveda, and one should first analyze the variation in individuality before seeking treatment. Individual therapeutic approaches are mentioned in Ayurveda as being distinct. That is why for aatur pariksha, acharya described dashvidh parikshya bhav. This review focused on the therapeutic and clinical importance of desha.