Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy
Volume 8, Issue 2 (2019)
Published
Table of contents
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Physiological and Psychological Changes in Aging
Abstract: Aging is a normal process accompanied by a progressive alteration of the body’s homeostatic adaptive responses. It produces observable changes in structure and function and increases vulnerability to environmental stress and disease. Among the elderly population the dependency due to physical and mental disabilities is the major factors responsible for adverse quality of life and health care. Dementia, delirium, anxiety, depression including various cardiovascular functions rapidly deteriorates due to ageing …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Concept of Upashaya—A Multifactorial Diagnostic Tool in Ayurveda
Abstract: Ayurvedic approach of diagnosing any disease is a complex process in which various factors are to be understood. Treatment and diagnosis begins with RogaPareeksha (ailment examination) and Rogi Pareeksha (patient examination). Once these two concepts are clear, Vyadhi Vinishchaya and vyavaccheda (Differential diagnosis) will be perfect. This facilitates the Vaidya to make a wise choice of drugs and appropriate Chikitsa (treatment). Out of numerous ways of diagnosis in Ayurveda, one …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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Acacia catechu: A Unani Traditional, Phytochemical and Pharmacological Review
Abstract: Kath is a hot water extract of red heartwood of Acacia catechu Willd which is brown colored material with bitter taste. Acacia catechu is commonly known as Khair or Kattha. It is a medicinal plant found in almost every region of India recognized for its medicinal and therapeutic uses. It is multipurpose plant as bark, leaves and wood of this plant has high medicinal value. In Unani system of medicine, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Shashtika Shali Pinda Sweda (A Unique Bolus Massage): A Review Article
Abstract: Swedana (sudation), the process of therapeutic sweating is well explained in Ayurveda classical texts. Secondary to Snehana (oleation), it is considered as an important prerequisite to Panchakarma. Specific indications and contraindications should be strictly followed for the Swedana. Swedana can be broadly classified into Sagni Sweda (sweating is induced with the help of fire) and Niragni Sweda (sweating is induced without using fire). There are thirteen types of Sagni Sweda …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 26–30 Read article
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Concept of AstauAhar Vidhi Visheshayatanani with an Applied Study of Karana (YavaguAhara Kalpana in PratilomaVata)
Abstract: The main aim of Ãyurveda is to accomplish the physical, mental, social and spiritual well being. Ãhãra plays an important role in the preventive aspect as well as in the treatment of illness. It plays an important role in establishing the phenomena of wear and tear, process of growth and repair supply of energy. Wholesome diet is the prime factor for the growth and development of the body; on the …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 7–12 Read article