International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharmaceutical Chemistry

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Authors: Apoorwa Kishor Hend

Chickenpox is caused due to varicella-zoster virus. This virus spreads via air or by direct contact with the infected person. It generally affects children aged below 10 years but rarely occurs in adults. In Chickenpox there is appearance of itchy blisters all over the body area. Taking chickenpox vaccine once between 10 & 15 months and then in between 4 & 6 years is the best preventive measure for this disease. However, even vaccinated children might get diagnosed with a milder form of chickenpox. In Ayurveda, Chickenpox is called as "laghu masurika". It is a type of tridoshaj Vikar. For this in Ayurveda, Panchakarma therapies like vamana & external applications of various lepa's by using herbs like nimba are useful. In Ayurveda, herbs like Yashtimadhu, Guduchi, Haridra & Manjishtha are used as blood-purifying agents which is useful to clear the infection from the body. Isolate affected individual in a clean environment & use sterile clothes & objects in daily routine improves recovery of patient & prevents spread of chickenpox.

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Authors: Vidya Dharne, Pritilata Vinod Hire

Fissure means a crack. It is a longitudinal crack in the long axis of the lower anal canal, but in reality, it is a true ulcer of the skin of the wall of the anal canal. Anal fissure may be acute or chronic. Chronic anal fissures, one of the most painful conditions, need surgical intervention in form of Fissurectomy 1 , which is considered to be the gold standard method of management of chronic fissures. For better outcomes these Fistulectomy wounds need care. In this study total 10 patients of fissurectomy were selected from OPD and Sarivadi gel use for dressing locally in each patient for 7 days daily. Patients were assessed on following parameters such as pain, burning sensation, Granulation, and discharge through wound. The significant improvement was observed in sign and symptom after treatment.

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Authors: Kiran, Brijendra Singh Tomar2 and Satbir Kumar Chawla

Nowadays, consuming packed foods has become a trend around the world affecting all age groups. Food preservation is an ancient technique, where people would store food with natural additives, however, with advanced technology and changing environment conditions people shifted towards artificial methods. In India, Food Safety and Standard Authority lays down science-based standards for processed and packaged food, it also regulates their manufacture, storage, distribution, sale and import to ensure the availability of safe and wholesome food for human consumption. Packaged food refers to any dietary product kept inside a box, bag or container. These processed foods have a longer life because of addition of food preservatives. In addition to this, flavor enhancers contribute towards the satisfying taste of these products. To exemplify, chips, soft drinks, biscuits, jams and noodles are being used in our day-to-day lives. Concern regarding food additives has increased in past few decades. The long-term use of such food articles can deteriorate the mental and physical health of the individual. They also make us more vulnerable to non-communicable disease.

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Authors: Harvendra Devpal, Shaifali Sharma2 , Purushottam Das Sharma3 and Dinesh Kumar Sharma

Ayurveda is a branch of life science that focuses on preserving bodily wellness as a whole. The body is divided into six divisions according to ayurveda, which is known as Shadanga Shareer. Four Shakha (extrimities), Madhya Shareer (trunk), and Shira (Head) constitute this Shadanga Shareer. Shira, who is a component of Trimarma (Vital Organ), is the Pradhan Indriya among all. Most memory issues, according to Ayurveda, are associated with the kapha dosha, which is known for its dense, thick, mushy, and sticky characteristics. The "film" of the brain's white matter, or Tarpaka, a subdosha of Kapha, serves as a storage medium for memories, experiences, and emotions. The brain and other nerve tissue are nourished and safeguarded by this unique tissue. The common symptoms of Kapha stagnation include heaviness and a dull mind. A blood that has an oily, thick consistency from having high triglycerides (or blood fat), which may result in a slow flow of blood through the blood-brain barrier, is an indication of high Kapha. Fasting is recommended by Ayurveda to strengthen the brain and neurological system, promote digestion, and rid the body of impurities. Energy is turned inward during a fast in an effort to purify and detoxify the body. For three to five days, one can follow a khichari fast, a filling dish made from split mung dal and white basmati rice. Our brain requires nutrition to remain healthy and function correctly, just like our body does. The brain consumes a lot of energy. To maintain concentration throughout the day, the body consumes about 20% of its daily caloric intake. Omega-3 fatty acids support brain cell growth and repair. There are many natural brain nutrients that we need to start including into our everyday diets right away.

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Authors: Aarti Kaushik, M B Gaur

The key to perfect health lies in maintaining an ideal lifestyle from the time of birth with balance of physical, mental, social, spiritual and environmental factors. One needs to focus on all aspects for a life free from disease. In this era, every person is so busy in earning and achieving goals of life that they risk their health. Ignorance of healthy and nutritious diet, prolonged working hours, sedentary lifestyle and mental stress affects health to major extent. Amlapitta is one of the diseases caused by improper lifestyle, diet and excessive stress which affects the digestion of food thereby causing other gastrointestinal ailments. A detailed review of amlapitta along with measures to prevent and manage this disease is described here. Good sleep, nourishing diet, regular exercise, regular meditation and yoga, positive attitude enhance the quality of health and do not allow us to fall victim to faulty lifestyle.

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Authors: Vanya Gupta, Ved Bhushan Sharma2 , Aditi Yadav3 , Indermani4 and Jyoti Negi

Background: Since time immemorial, Indians have relied on the traditional and highly esteemed Ayurvedic medicines. Ayurveda emphasizes on maintaining and enhancing the health of healthy people while also offering a method for the treatment of ailments. Chikitsa is mainly based on 3 principles i.e. , Nidan parivarjana, Shodhana and Shamana. Agadtantra, a branch in Astanga Ayurveda that focuses specifically on diagnosing and treating acute, chronic, and cumulative toxicity, as well as identifying poisons and their effects. In these conditions, Agadas (antitoxic formulations) in Ayurveda, which comprises of combination of antitoxic herbs or herbo-mineral combinations, can be very helpful. The bulk of diseases in the modern world are brought by toxin build up in the body and harm enzymes, blocking the formation of haemoglobin, which accelerates ageing. Nirvishikarana (Detoxification) is hence necessary. Agadas with Vishaharatwa (Antitoxic) property detoxifies the body and are more effective and quicker in action than other formulations in treating general disorders due to their potent components. Aim: To analyse the use of Agada preparations in the current scenario. Material: The information on various Agadas was gathered from Samhitas and other traditional Ayurvedic texts. Analysis was done on different websites and reports to get information on Agadas and for their relevance in the present situation. Result: Agadas have a wide range of properties like anti-oxidant, anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory actions, etc, and are particularly adept at handling all situations of cumulative toxicity. Drug efficacy is increased when administered after Panchakarma because drug absorption occurs quickly in a detoxified body. Conclusion: Based on the properties and effects of Agada, we can estimate to what extent it would be beneficial in curing diseases with varied aetiologies . Panchakarma (Shodhana) has curative, preventative, and positive effects on the body. Therefore, combination of Agada with Panchakarma as a preventive measure, will finally help in successfully curing all ailments.