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यत् किञ्चिन्मधुरं स्निग्धं जीवनं बृंहणं गुरु । हर्षणं मनसश्चैव सर्वे तदूवृष्यमुच्यते ॥ ३६ ॥
द्रव्यैरेवंविधैस्तस्माद्भावितः प्रमदां व्रजेत् । आत्मवेगेन चोदीर्णः स्त्रीगुणैश्च प्रहर्षितः ॥ ३७ ॥
गत्वा स्नात्वा पयः पीत्वा रसं वाऽनु शयीत ना । तथाऽस्याप्यायते भूयः शुक्रं च बलमेव च ॥ ३८ ॥
यथा मुकुलपुष्पस्य सु(स्व) गन्धो नोपलभ्यते । लभ्यते तद्विकाशात्तु तथा शुक्रं हि देहिनाम् ॥ ३९ ॥
नये पोडशाद्वर्षात् सतत्याः परतो न च । आयुष्कामो नरः स्त्रीभिः संयोगं कर्तुमर्हति ॥ ४० ॥
अतिबालो ह्यसंपूर्ण सर्वधातुः स्त्रियं व्रजन् । उपशुष्येत सहसा तडागमिव काजलम् ॥ ४१ ॥
शुष्कं रूक्षं यथा काष्ठं जन्तुदग्धं विजर्जरम् । स्पृष्टमाशु विशीर्येत तथा वृद्धः स्त्रियो व्रजन् ॥ ४२ ॥
जरया चिन्तया शुकं व्याधिभिः कर्मकर्षणात् । क्षयं गच्छत्यनशनात् स्त्रीणां चातिनिषेवणात् ॥ ४३ ॥

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{"source": "Samhita : Charaka Samhita Part 2, Chapter :2, Sthanam :Chikitsasthanam, Shloka Number: 36 to 43", "explanation": "These verses (36-43) offer guidance on maintaining healthy Shukra (semen, reproductive tissue), a vital essence in Ayurveda linked to strength, vitality, and longevity.  Let's explore each point:\n\n**Verse 36: Defining Aphrodisiacs (Vrishya)**\nSubstances with the following qualities are considered aphrodisiacs:\n\n*   **Madhura (Sweet):** Nourishing and strengthening.\n*   **Snigdha (Unctuous/Oily):** Lubricating and promoting healthy tissues.\n*   **Jivana (Life-giving):** Enhancing vitality and energy.\n*   **Brihmana (Bulk-promoting):** Supporting growth and development of tissues.\n*   **Guru (Heavy):** Grounding and stabilizing.\n*   **Harshaṇa (Exhilarating):** Promoting mental well-being and joy.\n\n**Verse 37-38:  Post-Coital Practices**\nThese verses emphasize the importance of restoring energy after sexual activity.  Bathing cleanses and refreshes, while consuming milk or meat soup nourishes and replenishes lost fluids and nutrients, supporting the regeneration of Shukra and maintaining strength.\n\n**Verse 39: Shukra Development**\nShukra's development is likened to a flower bud blossoming.  Just as the fragrance is fully realized only when the flower blooms, Shukra matures and reaches its full potential with time and proper nourishment.\n\n**Verse 40-42: Appropriate Age for Sexual Activity**\nCharaka advises against sexual activity before sixteen and after seventy.  Before sixteen, the Dhatus (tissues) are still developing, and premature sexual activity can deplete them, leading to weakness and impaired growth.  After seventy, the body's natural decline makes it vulnerable to further depletion and exhaustion from sexual activity.\n\n**Verse 43: Causes of Shukra Depletion**\nSeveral factors can deplete Shukra:\n\n*   **Jara (Old age):** Natural decline in bodily functions.\n*   **Chinta (Anxiety/Worry):** Mental stress impacts physical health, including Shukra production.\n*   **Vyadhi (Diseases):** Illness can weaken the body and deplete vital resources.\n*   **Karma Karshana (Excessive Evacuative Measures):** Overuse of purgatives, emetics, etc., can deplete Shukra.\n*   **Anashana (Fasting):** Lack of nourishment weakens the body and reduces Shukra production.\n*   **Streenam Ati Nishevana (Excessive Sexual Indulgence):** Depletes Shukra and overall vitality.\n\nThese verses highlight the importance of a balanced approach to sexual health, emphasizing appropriate age, nourishment, and mindful practices to maintain healthy Shukra for overall well-being."}
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