AYURVEDIC DANTA DHAVANA - A NEED OF TIME: A REVIEW

Dhantadhavana is an important procedure for maintaining the oral hygiene. In Ayurveda there is detail explanation about Dantadhavana methods, procedure, action of drugs, benefits etc. due to civilization Ayurveda twigs and tooth powders got replaced by contemporary plastic made toothbrushes and chemical based toothpastes. Toothbrushes are made of plastic; hence it is an alarming sign for soil and air pollution. Contemporary science recommends usage of chemical-based toothpaste with added sweet flavouring agents. Action of toothpaste maybe bactericidal but data from W.H.O over Oro-dental disorders per year gives an idea that action of bactericidal is not up to mark. In Ayurveda rasa Siddhant-katu (pungent taste), tikta (bitter taste), Kashaya (astringent taste) is given much importance for Dantadhavana due to antibacterial, antiseptic action. Current world is shifting towards ayurvedic principles of daily regimens to maintain and promote the health. This paper will discuss over problems due to usage of contemporary toothbrushes and chemical based paste and ayurvedic view of Dantadhavana and solution by Ayurveda to come over the Oro-dental problems.

CLINICAL EVALUATION OF EFFECT OF MADHU ON WOUND HEALING

In the Indian context, the formal description of wound care has been widely elaborated in the three great treaties (Brahatrayi) of Ayurveda i.e., Charak Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, Ashtang Sangrah. Madhu has been described by them as Vrana Ropaka. A 42-year-old patient came to us with Ignored 10 days old open fracture of the Base 2nd Metatarsal with an infected wound right foot. After debridement of the wound and application of Madhu was done for 3 weeks, and B/K POP Slab applied. The treatment plan followed may be adopted in the future for cases.

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF PAKSHAGHATA (ISCHAEMIC STROKE): CASE REPORT

Stroke occurs when there is interrupted blood supply to a part of brain or when the blood supply is reduced, leads to brain cell damage. Stroke is mainly of two types: ischemic and haemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic type of stroke is the most common type. The prevalence of stroke is approximately 250 per 1 lakh person and 9.95 percent of total death. The present case reported to the Sri Jayendra Saraswathi Ayurveda college and hospital, Nazarathpettai, Chennai, Tamilnadu with the complaints of inability to move left hand and left leg with the history of stroke 6 months back, also had slurred speech. This patient’s condition improved very well by internal medicines and panchakarma procedures. At the end of the treatment the patient’s upper and lower limbs range of movements and functions improved. There was also considerable recovery in the mobility, mode, energy and language ability. Recovery was promising and worth documenting.

A LITERARY REVIEW ON THE EFFECT OF GARA VISHA WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO FOOD PRESERVATIVES AND ADDITIVES

The ever-growing era of technology has given us plenty of boons but has also burdened us with innumerable banes, one of which is the poisonous effect of food additives and preservatives. Reports show that the dependency of an average man on preserved and packed food is expected to show an increase of 8% in just the span of 5 years i.e. 2015-2020, this is directly proportional to the increase in number of various disorders like Kushtha (skin ailments), Raktachapa (Blood pressure variations). The long term usage of food preservatives and additives can be considered as Gara Visha, the type of poison which impacts the body of an individual on long term usage. This usage of viruddha (preservatives and additives) leads to formation of Gara Visha in the body of an individual.

UNDERSTANDING OF QUWA (POWER) IN THE PERSPECTIVE OF UNANI SYSTEM OF MEDICINE: A REVIEW

Science is the study of nature and extensionally to the study of man. Unani System of Medicine covers the nature and human body both, as it was evolved in the environment wherein entire of the scholars were pre-owned of philosophical approach. Then their philosophy was holistic and transcendentalist based. The basic blocks of Umoor Tabiya (Basic Principles) interact at many levels and manifest into Kaifiyyat (Mizaj), Akhlat (Humour), Arwah (Pneuma), Quwa (Potentiality for action) and Tabiyat (Physis, the regulatory faculty) which need to be comprehend for proper understanding of discharge of normal function in the state of health. Since, the predominance of metaphysics in understanding of physiological mechanism of human body needs reasoning and logic for their proper comprehension. Quwa are one of them. How it was perceived? What is the function? Why it is necessary? Which corporeal forms provide its existence? What is the relationship in between Quwa, Nafs and Hararat Ghariziya? So, the present paper strives to comprehend the concepts of metaphysics in contemporary learning mode and its application for understanding of mysteries of actions as performed by human body.

COHERENCE REVIEW OF ESSENTIAL FUNDAMENTALS OF UNANI, AYURVEDA, SIDDHA AND HOMEOPATHY SYSTEMS OF MEDICINE

Medicine, defined as the science and practice of the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. The word medicine springs from Latin medicus, meaning “physician″. According to Henry Sigerist, the medical historian has stated that every culture had developed a system of medicine and medical history is but one aspect of history of culture. India, with its rich cultural heritage, has been in the forefront in contributing to the medical sciences, and there is plenty of proof of the same. Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy (AYUSH) is one component of the six indigenous systems of medicine practiced in India. The art of tending to the sick is as antique as the humanity itself. The ancient civilizations probably knew about the functions, physiology and anatomy of the human physique in surprising details, and their art of tending the sick remains an evidence of their knowledge. The medical systems that are truly Indian in origin and development are Ayurveda and as well the Siddha system. Unani-Tibb and Homeopathy, though not of Indian origin, have a significant importance in health care in India. Today, India is among the leading countries as far as the practice of Unani medicine is concerned. This paper will be an attempt in analysing the insights of various fundamental principles and key concepts of Unani, Ayurveda, Siddha and Homeopathy along with their differential aspects.

PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND PHYTOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS OF ELA (ELETTARIA CARDAMOMUM) AND PIPPALI (PIPER LONGUM)

Aim: To evaluate physicochemical and phytochemical Analysis of Ela & Pippali. Objectives: To Analyse the Physicochemical and Phytochemical properties of Ela and Pippali, as physicochemical and phytochemical aspects is an important parameter in detecting adulteration or improper handling of drugs. Materials and Method: Raw drugs were procured from local market in Hassan. The Drugs are identified, and Physicochemical and Phytochemical analysis was done at Dravya Guna department of Sri Dharmasthala Manjunateshwara College of Ayurveda and Hospital Hassan. Results and Discussion: Physico chemical analysis of Ela and Pippali was carried out and found similar to reported API standard limits. Qualitative tests of the Ela showed presence of Glycosides, Flavonoids, steroids, carbohydrates and Proteins. Qualitative tests of the Pippali showed presence of Alkaloids, Glycosides, Flavonoids, steroids, tannins, carbohydrates and Proteins. These secondary metabolites are the essential part of the drug which makes the plant useful for treating different ailments and having the potential of providing useful drugs for the management of various conditions. Conclusion: The present study will provide sufficient information about the identification, standardization, Therapeutic efficacy and quality control of Ela and Pippali.

A REVIEW ON INNATE MOISTURE - THE FUEL FOR LIFE

The age of natural death is planned at birth and coded in innate moisture because innate moisture acts as fuel for life. Ibn Sina compared it with fuel which aids in the burning of a lamp. Every individual gets innate moisture from parents at the time of conception. This innate moisture feeds and protects the innate heat, heart distributes this heat to every part of the body, and it is utilized in the accomplishment of all vital and organic functions and is essential for the survival of life. Throughout life, the innate heat utilizes innate moisture for growth, development, and all other body functions, hence, gradually leading to its dissolution, ultimately innate moisture becomes insufficient to protect the innate heat which results in death. “The innate moisture is to the seat of innate heat as the oil of a lamp is to the flame” – Ibn Sina

A REVIEW ON MICRO-ORGANISMS AS THEY ARE IN VEDAS

We have seen barren playground on which children play, but in rainy season many types of grasses, plants, weeds etc. grow up. It is possible because the seeds were already present there and waited for a favorable climatic condition. Likewise, the Human body being the micro cosmos contains every elements of creation including the seeds of every species. Our body consists of about 37 million cells and 370 million are microorganisms in it. We can admit that our own body contains microorganisms, innumerable. To be unaware of this fact is quite natural but to ignore this fact will be perplexing.

AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY ON NIDANATMAKA ASPECT OF AMLAPITTA

Aim: To study the causative factors involved in the development of the disease Amlapitta. Methods: In today’s Era, Due to increasing human needs, the level of competition is also increasing leading to the life full of stress. Also, Due to lack of time most of the people are indulging in false dietary habits like consumption of fast and junk food. To fulfil day-to- day needs, man is working hard without thinking of his health. In present observational study, 40 Patients have been observed for Aharaja, Viharaja and Mansika Bhavas and the disease is mainly seen in young age (30-50 years), due to stress and wrong dietary habits. It is mostly seen in Married, service & educated peoples. Result & Discussion: Due to busy schedule, People are continuously changing their lifestyle, diet and behavioural pattern and tempting many lifestyle disorders. Amlapitta is one of them and is common in all age groups. The causes of Amlapitta are mainly Viruddha, Dhushta, Amla, Vidahi, Pitta-Prakopi Anna- Paan, Altered Dincharya and Mansika Bhava. So, one need to avoid these Nidana’s in order to prevent and control the disease. Conclusion: So, in this present study, Importance has been given to Aharaja and Viharaja Nidana in the development of Amlapitta. So, it becomes very essential to understand the role of Nidana in development of disease.