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60 articles for “lifestyle disorders”
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Comprehension and Prevention of Lifestyle Disorders in Unani Perspective
Abstract: The prevalence of lifestyle disorders (LSDs) and their complications are rising. Overall health and wealth burden to society and country is much considerable. Lack of satisfactory preventive measures and effective treatment modalities have made them of grave concern. Because of these factors, LSDs are posing a challenge for medical, including AYUSH fraternity. Government of every country is promoting the concern people to present most cost-effective remedial measures. Except obesity, LSDs …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Prevention of Lifestyle Disorder Hypertension through Ayurveda
Abstract: AbstractLifestyle disorders are generally complex to cure. Hypertension is one of the most common lifestyle disorders today. Due to unhealthy advance modernization people are leading to stressful lives. Lifestyle disorders definitely illuminate with the broader approach of Ayurveda. The Ayurvedic system understands the functioning of human body as a whole and any disease is concluding to be due to imbalance of Tridosha—Vata, Pitta and Kapha. The principals of Ayurveda are …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 25–27 Read article
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Viruddhahara Causality in Lifestyle Disorders
Abstract: One is able to be free from disease only by following congenial diet. One is not able to sustain life without diet even of if endowed with medicine and that is why the diet is told as the great medicament by physicians. In Virudhaahara concept of food –-food interactions, Ayurveda cautions about unhealthy food and to be vigilant to prevent diseases by following appropriate food regimens and combinations. These guidelines …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 38–46 Read article
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The Distinctive Unani Approach in the Prevention of Lifestyle Diseases
Abstract: The term lifestyle is often used to denote “the way people live”, reflecting a whole range of social values, attitudes and activities. It is composed of cultural and behavioural patterns and lifelong personal habits that have developed through processes of socialization. It is the adoption of poor lifestyles like physical inactivity, smoking, alcohol consumption, poor sleep, stress due to heavy workload etc., which results in various lifestyles related disorders. There …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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Lifestyle Diseases in Relation to Shalakya Tantra and its Management: A Conceptual Study
Abstract: The lifestyle diseases are a result of an inappropriate relationship of people with their environment. The onset of these lifestyle diseases is insidious, they take years to develop, and once encountered, do not lend themselves easily to cure. Hence, proper awareness is very important for prevention of lifestyle disorders. Indriyas are the media through which the objects of the external environment are perceived and they also reflect the ill health …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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PCOD and Ayurveda: Steering the Ailment Through Lifestyle Interventions
Abstract: Ayurveda is the science of life having myriad of means to attain a long and healthy life. The individualistic and holistic approaches of Ayurveda pose better ways to a healthier living. In the age of physical, mental, and environmental stressors, it’s important to make your health a priority. While arranging for the monetary wealth, whilst disregarding the health, lands to a disarrayed state of health. Numerous diseases spring about because …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Ayurveda as a Medium of Healing: A Critical Review of Classical Concepts and Modern Evidence
Abstract: Ayurveda, recognized as one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems, has its origins in India over 5,000 years ago. Rooted in a philosophy that views health as a harmonious balance of body, mind, and spirit, Ayurveda offers a comprehensive and individualized approach to wellness. This traditional system of medicine is grounded in the concept of the Tridosha Vata, Pitta, and Kapha representing the fundamental bio-energetic forces governing physiological and …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 40–44 Read article
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Comprehensive Healthcare, Key Achievements and Milestones at AYUSH Wellness Clinic, President’s Estate: A Report of Six Years of Functioning
Abstract: There has been a rapid transition in the health needs of our country from infectious diseases to chronic diseases and lifestyle disorders in the last few decades. Likewise, there has been a resurgence of interest in holistic systems of health care among the general public. The Government of India has emphasized establishment of specialty centers of Indian systems of medicine and Homeopathy. Taking this vision forward, Rashtrapati Bhavan with the …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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Evaluation of Effect of Rasayana Ghana Tablet (An Ayurvedic Formulation) in Management of Akala jara (Premature Ageing)
Abstract: In the present era of stress, when lifestyle disorders are on the rise, premature ageing is also one of the most prevalent disorders. Ayurvedic Rasayana (rejuvenator) drugs can provide solution for this. The present study was aimed to evaluate the efficacy of Rasayana Ghana tablet (RGT) in management of premature ageing. In this placebo-controlled randomized prospective clinical study, Rasayana Ghana tablet based upon the classical combination of Gokshura (Tribulus terestris …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 77–88 Read article
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An Observational Clinical Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of Lekhaneeya Mahakashaya Yogabasti in the Management of Sthoulya
Abstract: Obesity is defined as an abnormal or excessive accumulation of fat that pose a risk to health. Obesity has increased at an alarming rate in recent years and has become one of the major health hazards globally. It is considered as a lifestyle disorder in which a complex interplay of genetic, environmental and psychological factors play a major role, especially primary obesity wherein no obvious cause exists other than an …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Ratricharya (Night Regimen)—Path of Healthy Life
Abstract: Paramount aim of Ayurveda is Sawasthasya Swasthaya Raksanam. For the gratification of this goal there are different concepts in Ayurveda and Ratricharya, is one of them. Copious information is available on Dincharya but not so much on Ratricharya as a separate heading. But the author of latter century explained about it. Ratricharya is not merely Nidra or sleep but it included three sub-pillars of life i.e. Ahara, Nidra and Bhramcharya. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 15–18 Read article
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Langhana- A boon to mankind: A Review
Abstract: In present scenario of hush and rush of life, we forget to take care of our health taking it for granted. Main factors contributing to lifestyle disorders include filthy food habits, physical inactivity, and disturbed biological clock. All of this leads to poor health, decreased immunity leading to easy susceptibility to different diseases. Ayurveda is an old age practice of healing. It not only aims at the treatment of disease …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 Read article
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Gir Cow Milk: The Wealthy Nutrition for Human Health
Abstract: It protects the consumer from all the types of lifestyle disorders. Gir cow milk is with amino acid that helps human being to fight with diseases (examples: pains in joints; asthma; obesity; insomnia). Gir cow milk protects the cells of colon from causing cancer. It helps human body to develop strong immunity. Gir cow milk has the properties of antioxidation. Gir cow milk is a rich source of calcium that …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 30–33 Read article
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An Exploratory Pilot Study on the Traditional Siddha Anthropometric Diagnostic and Screening Method ‘Manikkadai Nool Measurement’ of Undergraduate Students in Thiruvananthapuram District of Kerala, India
Abstract: Aim: The aim is to study the distribution pattern of Manikkadai Nool measurement of students studying in an undergraduate college in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala and analyse the data statistically. Manikkadai Nool measurement is the circumference of forearm which is measured four-fingerbreadth above the wrist. Background: The traditional Tamil Siddha medical text ‘Agasthiyar Sudamanikkayaru Sutram’ exclusively discusses Manikkadai Nool measurement as a continuous variable ranging from 4 to 10 fb with …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 5–11 Read article
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Efficacy of Shvitrari Yoga and Jyotishmati Tailam on Shvitra
Abstract: AbstractSince the ancient times, human being is trying to build a healthy society and inachieving this goal Ayurveda science has played a very important role. Nowadays, due to western culture, it is very difficult to follow the schedules as described in Ritucharya, Dincharya of Ayurveda science and due to disturbed living style, physical as well as mental diseases are increasing. Shvitra (Vitiligo) mainly a lifestyle related disorder is characterized as …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 33–39 Read article
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Management of Poly Cystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD)/ Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) by Intervention of Ayurveda & Yoga
Abstract: Ayurveda is the traditional medical system based on the concept that good health that is achieved through the balance between body, mind, and spirit. The balance is based on Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Food and daily lifestyle are essential for good health, but the disturbance in these leads to problems such as Polycystic ovarian syndrome/ Polycystic ovarian disease. Ayurveda is the only system that cures Polycystic ovarian disease through cyst …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge and Estimated Burden of Life Style Diseases in a Rural Community
Abstract: Although rapid human evolution has brought about advancement, it has also caused several lifestyle ailments. People’s daily routines have drastically changed as a result of emerging technologies, and it paved the way for numerous life style disorders. According to reports, lifestyle diseases are a major cause of increased mortality globally. Our study highlights the prevalence of life style diseases in the rural community and the need for early identification and …
Published in International Journal of Evidence Based Nursing And Practices · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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Conceptual Study of Kamala
Abstract: Abstract In the present world, major group of diseases called lifestyle diseases are sprouting and growing like mushroom. Too many people are dying relatively young from these lifestyle related diseases. Among these disorders, a group of liver diseases is one of the major fast growing groups of diseases. Main reason for this is the insult that we show in the form of improper life style to our liver, which is …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Randomized Comparative Clinical Study of Virechana Karma & Dhanyamla Sarvang Dhara in the Management of Sthaulya w. s. r. to Obesity
Abstract: Modernization, affluence, science, and technological development leads to still more sedentary lifestyles, which lead to many disorders in which obesity is considered as a multifactorial disease. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognized obesity as one of the most serious public health problems of the 21st century. Obesity can be defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health. Obesity is a physiological, psychological, and social disorder, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 40–49 Read article
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An Integrative Review of Male Sexual Disorders and the Therapeutic Role of Unani Aphrodisiacs
Abstract: Sexual health is a vital component of overall well-being, encompassing physical, emotional, and psychosocial dimensions. Male sexual dysfunction – including conditions, like erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and low libido – can significantly impact quality of life and intimate relationships. Aphrodisiacs, derived from the Greek goddess Aphrodite, are substances that stimulate sexual desire and performance. Historically, natural aphrodisiacs have been used in various cultures and include plant-based substances such as Yohimbine, …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 8–15 Read article