The only way to defend corona is to increase our immunity. Present scenario of corona worldwide actually making us under panic. the fact that the majority of the victims are being cured, gives hope to us. Initiatives and coordination by the government against the virus also remarkable. before the invention of the exact vaccine, we can try to increase the natural immunity to the maximum

1. unhealthy food habits should be avoided
2. Nutritious food should be taken in time.
3. Vegetables, fruits, tender all should be plenty in your diet. beans and cereals also needed.

4. Steamed food is very good.  avoid items which take a longer duration for digestion.

5. Ghee can be used but other oily items can be avoided.

Sleep:

During good sleep, your body restores many functions it calls on during daily life, such as temperature regulation, a strong immune system, steady hormone levels, and good appetite.

Cleanliness:

Mind, Body and surroundings must be clean. fear, anxiety, stress, tension, depression,  will affect your health.

Good thoughts and confidence will help us to overcome bad situations.

Prevention:

Few ayurvedic medicines will boost your immune system,

Example:-

Vilwadhi Gulika,

Sheethajwarari gulika, Ashwagandha Choornam, ChyavanapraaSham

etc.

Not the same medicines for all, it depends on your age, body type, dosha predominance which can be advised by the Doctor.

കോവിഡ് 19 പ്രതിരോധത്തിൽ രോഗപ്രതിരോധ ശേഷി വർദ്ധിപ്പിക്കുന്നതിന് ആയുർവേദം.

കൊറോണയെ പ്രതിരോധിക്കാനുള്ള ഏക മാർഗം നമ്മുടെ പ്രതിരോധശേഷി വർദ്ധിപ്പിക്കുക എന്നതാണ്. ലോകമെമ്പാടുമുള്ള കൊറോണയുടെ ഇപ്പോഴത്തെ സാഹചര്യം യഥാർത്ഥത്തിൽ ഞങ്ങളെ പരിഭ്രാന്തിയിലാക്കുന്നു. ഇരകളിൽ ഭൂരിഭാഗവും സുഖം പ്രാപിക്കുന്നുവെന്നത് ഞങ്ങൾക്ക് പ്രതീക്ഷ നൽകുന്നു. വൈറസിനെതിരായ tge ഗവേണ്മെന്റിന്റെ മുൻകൈകളും ഏകോപനങ്ങളും ശ്രദ്ധേയമാണ്. കൃത്യമായ വാക്സിൻ കണ്ടുപിടിക്കുന്നതിനുമുമ്പ്, നമുക്ക് സ്വാഭാവിക പ്രതിരോധശേഷി പരമാവധി വർദ്ധിപ്പിക്കാൻ ശ്രമിക്കാം

1. അനാരോഗ്യകരമായ ഭക്ഷണശീലങ്ങൾ ഒഴിവാക്കണം 2. പോഷകാഹാരം യഥാസമയം കഴിക്കണം. 3. പച്ചക്കറികൾ, പഴങ്ങൾ, ടെൻഡർ എന്നിവയെല്ലാം നിങ്ങളുടെ ഭക്ഷണത്തിൽ ധാരാളം ഉണ്ടായിരിക്കണം. ബീൻസ്, ധാന്യങ്ങൾ എന്നിവയും ആവശ്യമാണ്. 4. ആവിയിൽ വേവിച്ച ഭക്ഷണം വളരെ നല്ലതാണ്. ദഹനത്തിന് കൂടുതൽ സമയമെടുക്കുന്ന ഇനങ്ങൾ ഒഴിവാക്കുക. 5. നെയ്യ് ഉപയോഗിക്കാമെങ്കിലും മറ്റ് എണ്ണമയമുള്ള വസ്തുക്കൾ ഒഴിവാക്കാം. ഉറക്കം:നല്ല ഉറക്കത്തിൽ, താപനില നിയന്ത്രണം, ശക്തമായ രോഗപ്രതിരോധ ശേഷി, സ്ഥിരമായ ഹോർമോൺ അളവ്, നല്ല വിശപ്പ് എന്നിവ പോലുള്ള ദൈനംദിന ജീവിതത്തിൽ നിങ്ങളുടെ ശരീരം ആവശ്യപ്പെടുന്ന നിരവധി പ്രവർത്തനങ്ങൾ പുനസ്ഥാപിക്കുന്നു. ശുചിത്വം: മനസും ശരീരവും ചുറ്റുപാടും വൃത്തിയായിരിക്കണം. ഭയം, ഉത്കണ്ഠ, സമ്മർദ്ദം, പിരിമുറുക്കം, വിഷാദം എന്നിവ നിങ്ങളുടെ ആരോഗ്യത്തെ ബാധിക്കും. നല്ല ചിന്തകളും ആത്മവിശ്വാസവും മോശം സാഹചര്യങ്ങളെ മറികടക്കാൻ സഹായിക്കും.  പ്രതിരോധം: കുറച്ച് ആയുർവേദ മരുന്നുകൾ നിങ്ങളുടെ രോഗപ്രതിരോധ ശേഷി വർദ്ധിപ്പിക്കും, ഉദാഹരണം: -വില’വാദി ഗുലിക,ശീതാജ്വരാരി ഗുലിക, അശ്വഗന്ധ ചൂർണം, ച്യവനപ്രാശംതുടങ്ങിയവ. എല്ലാവർക്കും ഒരേ മരുന്നുകളല്ല, ഇത് നിങ്ങളുടെ പ്രായം, ശരീര തരം, ഡോഷയുടെ ആധിപത്യം എന്നിവയെ ആശ്രയിച്ചിരിക്കും, അത് ഡോക്ടർക്ക് ഉപദേശിക്കാൻ കഴിയും.

Sexual dysfunction or sexual malfunction is difficulty experienced by an individual or a couple during any stage of a normal sexual activity, including physical pleasure , desire, preference , arousal or orgasm. According to DSM-5,(Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders),Sexual dysfunction requires a person to feel extreme distress and interpersonal strain for a minimum of 6 months(excluding substance or medication induced sexual dysfunction).

Sexual dysfunctions can have a profound impact on an individuals perceived quality of sexual life.

CATEGORIES- Sexual dysfunction disorders may be classified into 4 categories-

1. SEXUAL DESIRE DISORDERS

2. AROUSAL DISORDERS

3. ORGASM DISORDERS and

4. PAIN DISORDERS.

SEXUAL DESIRE DISORDERS- Sexual desire disorders or decreased libido are characterized by a lack or absence for some period of time of sexual desire or libido for sexual activity or of sexual fantasies. The condition ranges from a general lack of sexual desire for the current partner. The condition may have started after a period of normal sexual functioning or the person may always have had no/low sexual desire.
CAUSES- 1. Decrease in the production of normal oestrogen in women or testosterone in both men and women. 2. Ageing 3. Fatique 4. Pregnancy 5. Medications (such as SSRIs) 6. Psychiatric conditions(such as depression and anxiety).

SEXUAL AROUSAL DISORDERS- For both Men and women, these conditions can manifest themselves as an aversion to, and avoidance of, sexual contact with a partner. In man, there may be partial or complete failure to attain or maintain an erection, or a lack of sexual excitement and pleasure in sexual activity.
CAUSES- 1. Medical causes(such as decreased blood flow or lack of vaginal lubrication) 2. Chronic diseases 3. Nature of relationship between the partners.

ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION- Erectile dysfunction or impotence is a sexual dysfunction characterized by the inability to develop or maintain an erection of the penis. There are various underlying causes –
1. Damage to the nervi erigentes which prevents or delays erection. 2. Diabetes 3. cardiovascular diseases which simply decreases blood flow to the tissue in the penis(many of which are medically reversible) 4. Phychological or physical.

PREMATURE EJACULATION- Premature ejaculation is when ejaculation occurs before the partner acheives orgasm,or a mutually satisfactory length of time has passed during intercourse. There is no correct length of time for intercourse to last, but generally, premature ejaculation is thought to occur when ejaculation occurs in under 2 minutes from the time of insertion of the penis.

ORGASM DISORDERS- Orgasm disorders are persistent delays or absence of orgasm following a normal sexual excitement phase. CAUSES- 1. Physical 2. Psychological 3. Pharmacological(SSRI- as they can delay orgasm or eliminate it entirely)

SEXUAL PAIN DISORDERS- 1. Dyspareunia (painful intercourse) 2. Vaginismus (an involuntary spasm of the muscles of vaginal wall that interfereswith intercourse) 3. Vulvodynia or vulvar vastibulitis(in this condition women experience burning pain during sex which seems to be related to problems with the skin in the vulvar and vaginal areas. Cause is unknown).

CAUSES OF DYSPAREUNIA- 1. Insufficient lubrication(vaginal dryness) 2. Irritation from contraceptive creams and foams can also cause dryness 3. Fear and anxiety about sex Cause of Vaginismus is unclear but it is thought that past sexual trauma(such as rape or abuse) may play a role.

UNCOMMON SEXUAL DISORDERS IN MEN- PEYRONIE’S DISEASE Structural abnormalities of the penis like PEYRONIE’S disease can make sexual intercourse difficult. The disease is characterized by thick fibrous bands in the penis which leads to a deformed looking penis.

PRIAPISM- Priapism is a painful erection that occurs for several hours and occurs in the absence of sexual stimulation. This condition develops when blood gets trapped in the penis and is unable to drain out.

INFERTILITY- Infertility is the diminished ability or the inability to conceive and have offspring. Infertility is also defined in specific terms as the failure to conceive after a year of regular intercourse without contraception. Male infertility is commonly due to deficiencies in the semen. Male infertility can be caused by problems that affect sperm production or the sperm transport process.

In Ayurveda – Acharya Charak has described 8 types of sukra doshas as below – 1. Phenil 2. Tanu 3. Ruksha 4. Vivarna 5. Pooti 6. Picchil 7. Anyadhatusamsrista 8. Avsadi,
Also he has described 4 types of klaibya namely- 1. Bejopghat 2. Dhwajopghat 3. Vriddhavasthajanya 4. Sukra chayajanya

Acharya susruta has also described 5 types of napunsakta in sharir sthana:
1.Aashekya 2. Saugandhik 3. Kumbheek 4. Irshyak 5. Nar & Nari sandha Also described 6 types of Klaibya in S.Chi.26- 1. Mansik 2. Aharjanya 3. Sukra chayaj 4. Marmached janya 5. Sahaj 6. Brahamcharyaj.

Klaibya- The male sexual dysfuctions have been elaborately described as ‘’Klaibya’’ in ayurvedic classics. The disease ‘Klaibya’ is a multifactorial condition, mainly involving bahudosa avastha as a whole and sukrakshaya in specific, Manodosa and Sukravaha srotodusti.

Dhatupradoshaja vikara is a condition in which the dhatus are in vitiated state. In the description of dhatupradoshaja vikara, Rasapradoshaja vikara is first one. Almost all the diseases explained in ayurveda are due to agni vikriti. Agni of a person is responsible for his bala, varna, utsaha, upachaya etc. klaibya is one among the rasapradoshaja vikara. For rasa pradoshaja vikara langhana is said as the best treatment.

Basti is capable of performing all sorts of actions like shodhana, samana, bringhana etc. by virtue of the specific types and drugs utilised in it and effectively overcomes the aggrevated vata. It socially annihilates the bahudosa avastha due to its shodhana action.

Among the ten types of langhana pachana and basti will be very useful. For pachana purpose drugs like sunthi, ativisha and musta can be used. Pachana drugs help in the formation of sukradhatu. As basti is specifically indicated as a superior treatment in the conditions of kshinendriya i.e. atishina shukra, shukradosha and klaibya.

The treatment adopted in Ayurveda to increase libido, quality and quantity of semen, duration of erection and to treat infertility effectively is known as vajikarana. As this therapy increases the strength of a man to perform sexual act, like a horse, it is called vajikarana. They are said to increase libido, duration of hard erection, sperm count and sperm motility.

Facts regarding Vajikaran –Those materials when consumed suitably by the person makes him capable of satisfying women are k/a vajikaran. Different kinds of delicious foods and drinks, speech which is pleasing to the ears, touch comfortable to the skin, moon light nights, young women copulation, music captivating the mind & ear, beetle chewing, wine, garlands, pleasant smell & shapes(of things around), beautiful garden &happier state of mind. These make the man horse like.

VAJIKARANA CHIKITSA- Vajikarana chikitsa has been given depending upon the deformity of person. Vajikarana chikitsa is classified as follows- 1. Sukrajanan 2. Sukrapravartaka 3. Sukra Rechana 4. Sukra shodhana. 5. Sukra stambhaka

Sukrajanan- The dravyas which enhances the seminal secretion or production. It is also known as sukrala dravyas.
Eg. Ashwagandha,musli, Mudgaparni, masaparni, shatavari. These are even useful in spermatogenesis and oligospermia.

Sukra pravartaka- The dravyas which enhances the production of sukra as well as increases the seminal flow or ejaculation. Eg. Milk, masa, amalaki, bhallataka.

SUKRA RECHANA- The dravyas which helps proper ejaculation of semen is known as sukra rechaka dravyas. Eg. Brihatiphala, kantakari. It has good results in aspermia.

SUKRA SHODHAN- Purifier of semen is known as sukra shodhan. Eg. kustha. Katphala
SUKRA STAMBHAKA- The dravyas which promote the retention capacity of a male sperm during sexual intercourse. Eg. Jatiphala- it has superb results in premature ejaculation.

FOODS THAT SPECIFICALLY ENHANCE THE SUKRA DHATU- BROCCOLI (Phool gobhi) 2. MILK 3. ALMONDS 4. GHEE 5. ALOE VERA 6. RICE PUDDING 7. Sesame (Tila)

 CHAWANPRASH  PIPPALI RASAYAN  AMALAKI RASAYAN  LOHARASAYAN  TRIPHALA RASAYAN  BHALLATAKA RASAYAN SHILAJATU RASAYAN

Rasayan useful in sexual disorders-

As major sexual disorders are stress related that’s why achara rasayan is being taken as a main tool to propone onset of jara and its related psychological disorder.Achara rasayan is a mode of living behavior and conduct. Achara rasayan is the mental hygiene, envisages a code to lead stress free life which inturn fetches longevity.

FOODS FOR VITALITY AND SENSUALITY ACCORDOING TO AYUR VEDA-

1. Whole grains 2. Diary proteins including Milk, lassi and paneer 3. Mung dal 4. Almonds 5. Sweet, juicy fruits such as Mangoes, peaches, plums and pears 6. Dried fruits such as dates, figs and Raisins 7. A banana cooked in ghee, cinnamon and cardamom

Before Vajikarana herbs are administered , a persons body must be purified. First the diet is improved according to the persons dosha, then a more disciplined lifestyle is recommended- including the adoption of a calmer mind, positive outlook and spiritual consciousness. It should be noted that aphrodisiacs cannot be taken if the body is unhealthy or full of undigested food matter (i.e. toxins or aama). A person should be in good health to benefit from the use of these herbs.

Below are only a few of the many vajikarana herbs available- ASHWAGANDHA- In sanskrit ayurvedic herbs are named after their alleged properties, such as ashwagandha which is translated as “ strength of a horse”. Ashwagandha was historically used as an aphrodisiac. Ashwagandha is mentioned in the ancient kamasutra as an herb for heightening sexual experience, Ashwagandha has the ability to store sexual health and improve overall vitality while promoting a calm state of mind. Laboratory studies shows ashwagandha produces nitric oxide which is known to dilate blood vessels. Ashwagandha is categorized as a rasayan , which is used to promote physical and mental health, to provide defense against diseases and adverse environmental factors and to slow the ageing process.

Shatavari – It is member of the Asparagus family. Its name means one who posesses a hundred husbands in sanskrit. A special tonic for women shatavari nourishes shukra dhatu and increases fertility & the capacity for love making. It has rejuvination effects on the female reproductive system & possesses a sattvic quality as well as enhancing feelings of love & devotion. It also helps generate healthy reproductive fluids & blood & can help regulate womans menstural cycle. It can be used during any time from puberty untill menopause.

Kumari (Aloe vera)- Literally means like a young girl or virgin as it imparts the energy of youth to the reproductive system. Nowadays it is used to maintain beauty & counteract the symptoms of ageing.

Gokshura(Tribulus terristris)- it is another herb commonly used to enhance libido. It has long been used in traditional chinese & Indian medicine for various ailments & has been studied in animals with encouraging results. Researchers concluded that its extract appears to possess aphrodisiac activity probably due to the testosterone increasing property of tribulus terrestris.it is also known to decrease levels of prolactin in women. An increase in prolactin is associated with reduced libido.

Licorice root(Yasthimadhu)- it is famous for creating balance & energy in herbal formulas. It also acts on the glands especially the adrenals to optimize hormone levels. The adrenals produce sex hormones & are directly involved with a healthy sex drive. Lowered adrenal function can lead to loss of libido less energy & poorer sexual response.

Kaunch(Mucuna pruriens) – This herb is an excellent remedy for premature ejaculation. It improves the viscosity of semen so that the sperm continue to be alive in them for longer durations. This herb is ideal forthose who have thin ,watery semen or those who ejaculate prematuraly leaving their partners dissatisfied.

Talmakhana (Astercantha longifolia) – This is another herb used for the treatment of semen anomalies. It improves sperm quality , prevents early ejaculation & improves blood circulation to the genitalias.

IMPORTANCE OF VITAMINS AND MINERALS ON SEX LIFE-

VITAMIN A- Vitamin A is essential for normal reproduction. It is common for impotent men to have deficiency of vitamin A. it maintains the health of the epithelial tissues which lines all the external and internal surface of body. A lack of vitamin A can result in a decrease production of the sex hormones. Source of vitamin A are Tomatoes, mangoes, egg, spinach etc.

VITAMIN E- Vitamin E is powerful antioxidant that helps improve circulation. Circulation is the most important component of sexual function. Source of vitamin E are Almonds, Cereals etc.

VITAMIN C- it is important for the circulation of blood in arteries, and when working together with vitamin E. it accentuates the effect in aphrodisiac. Sources are- Amla, Lemon, Citrus fruits etc.

SELENIUM- selenium is a trace mineral that functions as an antioxidant. It is very important for male sexual health because without selenium healthy sperms cannot be produced. Source of selenium are- Garlic, brown rice etc.

ZINC- zinc is a trace mineral and is specially known for testosterone production. Source of zinc are- spinach, asparagus, soyabean etc.

PROTEIN- Protein plays an important role in the well being and sexual health. Dopamine is the feel good chemical boosted by protein which is converted into neurotransmitters in the brain which is vital for aphrodisiac. It is also essential for producing sperms in males. Foods high in protein include soyabean, fat less chicken, egg, milk etc.

Every time Geetha went to the bathroom; she felt a burning sensation. Though she knows that something was wrong, she was too embarrassed to tell anyone about it. At times, she had an intense urge to go to the bathroom, but when she went, she could only urinate a little. Geetha’s experience is not unusual—in fact, her problem, urinary tract infection (UTI)—is the most common reason for which women visit a doctor.
About one out of five women gets urinary tract infection during her lifetime. That is not to say that men do not have UTI’s. However, they are not prone to infection as often as women do. Symptoms Many a time, the symptoms are not very obvious. But most often, the symptoms are only too obvious to neglect.
The person urinates more frequently than usual. There is a sharp pain or burning sensation in the urethra while passing urine. There could be blood in the urine. The person has a feeling as if his or her bladder is full after passing urine.

The person experiences soreness in the belly, back, or sides, and chills, fever, and nausea.

Guidelines and Ayurvedic Remedies Removing the cause of trouble can treat the problem. However, there are ayurvedic remedies that will reduce the burning sensation:
Wash the genital area and drink a glass of water before intercourse.
Urinate before and after intercourse.
Drink at least eight glasses of water a day, preferably hot to dilutethe urine and flush bacteria out of the bladder.
Barley water and coconut water can be used to dilute the urine.Avoid alcohol, spicy foods, chillies, and coffee.
Restrict intake of beans, pulses, spinach, tomatoes, and lady fingers.
Go to the bathroom as soon as you feel the urge. Empty your bladder completely when you pass urine. Do not give bacteria a chance to grow.
Get plenty of rest. Wipe properly after urinating or having a bowel movement to prevent the bacteria from anus entering the urethra. Wear cotton undergarments. Bacteria thrive in warm and wet conditions. Cotton helps keep you cool and dry because it lets through airflow. Do not wear tight jeans, pants, or undergarments. Avoid bath tubs.
Take a shower instead of a bath. Avoid using strong soaps, feminine hygiene products, and antiseptic creams that may irritate the urethra.
Eat a cup of curd made with active, live cultures daily. Curd contains Loctobacillus acidophilus, which may create an acidic environment and prevent the growth of unwanted bacteria.
Taking Vitamin C in the form of fruit juices regularly may make urine more acidic and less hospitable to bacteria.
Take six grams of equal parts of amla and jaggery everyday. On the other hand, a solution of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda)alkalises the urine, which makes it less hospitable to bacteria.
Apply hot compresses over the bladder. Do the same, but this time with a cold pack after half an hour. Powder of Salt petre(Shorakshar), applied over the bladder and covered with a wet clothalso gives better results. Boil 20 grams of corncob hair (hair of maize) in water and drink the infusion.Internally, take half a cup of decoction of equal parts of fruits of Gokshura (gokhru) and coriander (dhania), thrice a day.
Most of the ayurvedic practitioners prescribe shilajit for this condition.
Paashaanabheda (Bergenia ligulata) root powder will alsohelp. Take a teaspoonful of the same.
You can prepare an effective remedy by mixing the powders of cardamom—one part, root of paashaanabheda—half part, purified shilajit—half part, and long pepper—half part. Take this preparationin doses of three to four grams with half a glass of water in which rice has been washed, twice a day.
Elaadi-choorna, taarakeswara ras, Chandraprabhavati, Pravaala- bhasma, Chandanaasava etc., are some of the important ayurvedic medicines which can effectively treat this condition. Consult your ayurvedic physician before using these medicines.
The channel carrying urine, our bodies liquid waste, is called mutra vaha srotas.
Theorigin of the channel begins at the kidneys, the bladder is the container, the ureters are the passage ways, and the end or opening is the urethra. Bladder infections (cystitis), inflammation of the urethra(urethritis), and kidney infections are all more common in women than in men. When men have urinary tract infections, it is usually secondary to a more serious health concern such as an enlarged prostate. Urinary tract infections or UTIs, are infections that occur within the urinary tract, most commonly with the bladder or urethra, causing symptoms of burning upon urination,frequent urination with not much urine, and feeling a frequent urge to pass urine. There can be blood in the urine, or cloudy, strong-smelling urine.

According to Ayurveda, UTIs are due to an imbalance within pitta dosha.
Ayurvedaswisdom offers guidelines to balance pitta dosha and strengthen the urinary tract in orderto avoid recurring infections. First understanding and removing the cause begins the healing process. Main factors that aggravate pitta dosha and contribute to UTIs are:*Eating foods that are too hot, sour, or spicy.*Drinking alcohol.*Suppressing the urge to urinate.*Habitually retaining urine in the bladder for long periods of time.*Exposure to extreme heat, and overexposure to sunlight.*Emotions of anger, impatience, jealousy.*Environmental factors such as working with fire, chemicals, or toxic fumes.*Not drinking enough water Diet Ayurveda recommends choosing a diet that will pacify pitta dosha to help cleanse and eliminate the toxins that are bringing too much heat to the body. Drink plenty of water tohelp flush bacteria out of the urinary tract. Pure cranberry or pomegranate juice are excellent purifying drinks that reduce excess pitta and also reduce proliferation of bacteria.

The following foods have an adverse effect on the bladder and should be limited or avoided: alcohol, caffeine, carbonated beverages, coffee, chocolate, refined and processed foods, refined sugars. Lifestyle Bacteria can flourish when conditions are warm and moist. Here are a few tips to help you stay cool and dry.*Empty bladder after taking a bath and sexual intercourse.*Wear cool, loose fitting cotton underwear and clothing.*Dry thoroughly after shower or bath. Change into dry clothes as soon as possible after swimming.*Women should consider sanitary pads for their menstrual cycle, avoiding tampons.*Cultivate emotions of peace and contentment.

Herbs Kidney supportive Ayurvedic medicines contain Gokshura and Punarnava, two herbs known specifically for their ability to support proper functioning of the urinary tract. The formula works to cool and soothe the entire urinary system, including inflamed membranes caused by urinary tract infections. Shatavari is sweet and cooling herb that helps to relieve pitta inflammation in the genito-urinary system. Many current studies have confirmed Shatavaris antimicrobial activity against bacteria that are frequently present in urinary tract infections.
Coriander,or Cilantro, is a helpful household spice to have on hand for high pitta conditions such as burning urination. A fresh juice can be taken to instantly dispel excess pitta from the body. Coriander seeds can be used in a tea, either by itself or along with cumin and fennel, as a digestive aid and anti-inflammatory for burning upon urination.

According to Ayurveda all living things are characterized by three active doshas Vata,Pitta and Kapha and believes that aggravated Pitta produces heating toxins in the body which accumulate in the mutra vahi strota (urinary channels) causes UTI.

Ayurvedas integrated approach to UTI includes a healthier life style, modified diet, intake of herbal supplements.
Lifestyle :Mental feelings like excessive stress and anger are to be controlled. • Not to sleep excessively in the daytime after eating. • To go to bed early and get enough sleep at night • Not to expose to sun and heat excessively •

—
Dr Adarsh
UAE

Treatment of common fever in ayurveda basically is based on three elementary doshas.

Treatment of common fever in ayurveda possesses its own idyllic idioms, referred to by those ancient Indian sages, who also had been successful to even nominate a separate name for fever itself. In the world of ayurvedic medicine, this very ordinary ailment, i.e., common fever or common cold, is referred to as Pratishyaya. All the three doshas in ayurveda are responsible for the occasional occurrence of cold, which however provides effective treatment in common fever. Vata dosha common fever has dry coughs, small amounts of discharge of mucus, a gruff voice, headache accompanied by runny nose. People with pitta dosha who have common colds is sure to have fever, with symptoms like an aching throat, yellowish nasal discharge and continuous snarl of the nasal passage. People with kapha dosha common fever have thick mucus discharges with deadening headaches and heaviness of the head.

Treatment of common fever in ayurveda and its medicines teach that the ailment results from a terrible disparity of the kapha and vata doshas. A cold develops within the body, when one has a surplus of kapha`s cool, accompanied by too much of sneezing. Excess vata energy dilutes agni, or gastric fire, as a result one feels the chill inside the body. Ginger has the property to lessen excess kapha and refurbish agni, making it the best medicine for common fever and influenza. There are two main strategies to balance Kapha. Common fever or Jwar is one of the most systematically delineated entities in Ayurveda. Thirteen types of common fever and its treatment are described hence.

Vataja, Pittaja, Kaphaja, Vata-Pittaja, Vata- Kaphaja, Tridoshaj (intrinsic fevers), Agantuja (extrinsic fever), Kamaja (associated with sex), Shokaja (induced fretfulness and uneasiness), Vishama jwar (malaria), Krodhaja (anger induced) and Bhuta-vistha (of unknown origin) are some of the few common fevers described in ayurvedic treatment and medicine. Depending on the doshic connection or other factors, supplementary symptoms besides rise of temperature are observed on the patient suffering from the illness.

Various herbs available in the market can repair the perfect balance to Kapha fever, especially ginger; however, spices like cinnamon, liquorice, basil and cloves also prove effective in the treatment of common fever in ayurvedic medicine. A patient is advised to take 1 to 4 grams of any of these herbs in a powdered form (four grams equals approximately 2 to 3 teaspoons). Then, the herb needs to be added to 1 cup of boiled water, stirred until it has turned cool before drinking the decoction in full. Practitioners however also recommend that one can have the herb powder together with honey for further warmth in the throat.

Another recipe of ginger tea almost always testifies to be much comforting and valuable while common fever and cold, treated in the ayurvedic format. He/she is suggested to just add under half teaspoon each of ginger powder, fennel seeds and cinnamon and a pinch of clove powder to one cup of hot water. Then, the herbs need to be allowed to absorb for approximately ten minutes, after which they require to be filtered out of the tea before drinking thoroughly. Due to aspirin and ginger serving as both blood dilutants, one is warned to not drink ginger tea within two hours of consuming aspirin.

Herbal Combinations in treatment of common fever in ayurveda

Aconitum Fever Remedy

This ayurvedic herbal remedy is useful for treatment in common fever, accompanied by diarrhoea.

Aconite-Mustaka Home Remedy

This remedy is exceedingly useful for fever, diarrhoea and peevishness of the stomach.

Balachatur bhadraka

This ayurvedic herbal remedy also proves useful for treating common fever, together with diarrhoea.

Hriveradi

This ayurvedic herbal remedy also is very much effective for common fever with diarrhoea.

However, besides these above mentioned treatment of common fever in ayurveda and the traditional way of cure, this specific domain also resorts to some widely selected and chosen processes readily available in a household. For instance, sponging the forehead and the body with lukewarm to cold water is a much commonly recommended ayurvedic practice in instances of high common fever due to sunstroke. In order to achieve more healthier results, one can also add 1 teaspoonful of rose water to the cold water prior to sponging. The rose water could also be poured into an ice-bag and made effective usage for sponging the heated body. The patient is advised to take approximately 20 fresh leaves of holy basil (tulsi) at the onset, after which he/she should also make use of a small piece of ginger and approximately 5 grains of black pepper. All the ingredients then needs to be boiled together in the tea, after which it is necessary to drink the warm liquid as soon as possible, avoiding to let the decoction to cool.

Useful herbs in ayurvedic treatment of common fever Bishop`s Weed (Trachyspermum ammi) – Bishop`s weed possesses the prowess to verily open up congested nasal passages while treating common fever. The seeds are generally tied in a cloth and inhaled directly to unclutter congestions. Bishop`s Weed has proven to efficiently work in treating nasal blockages in children.

Cassia (Cassis fistula) – Cassia roots are much helpful in treating cold and common fever in ayurvedic treatment. The roots are normally burnt, after which the smoke from them is inhaled for betterment purposes. The mucus discharge, however, is known to increase after such a treatment, which also will stop completely after some time.

Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) – Cinnamon, always regarded as beneficial for treatment in common fever in ayurveda, has advised to boil one glass of water together with a pinch of pepper and honey. This lessens the aching throat problems and also bars the cold from turning chronic, or germinating into something severe like pneumonia or influenza.

Cumin seeds (Cuminum cyminum) – Cumin seeds serves an excellent antiseptics, when treating common fever is being spoken about in the ayurvedic world. These seeds thus have beneficial effects if the cold is accompanied with relentless fever. Cumin seeds are also helpful in curing the throat vexations.

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) – Ginger extracts taken several times a day while suffering from bouts of common fever, serve as excellent remedy for treating coughs that accompany common colds. Ginger tea is also extremely efficacious in treating cough and cold, a much acknowledged recipe in ayurveda since long times.

Onion (Allium cepa) – The vegetable onion possesses much power and capability to entirely liquefy the phlegm. This makes the sticky mucus much more dilute, as a result of which it gets discharged out from the nose.

Dietary Treatments for Common Fever in Ayurveda

Patients down with common fever are almost always advised to fast for one day, so that the body toxins get washed out for good; this opens up a healthy passage for the bed-ridden to be treated from fever as soon as possible. Sufferers in such instances generally have to maintain a strict regimen of diet, solely depending upon and following the doctor`s advise. Patients can have steaming vegetable soups, or steamed vegetables with little or no spices in them. Food that is difficult to digest such as cheese, yoghurt, milk, oily and spicy foods and sweets should be avoided at any cost, just to prevent dire consequences of aggravation. Hot food is very much recommended when one is completely down and out with common fever. Hot chicken soup is a traditionally known legendary remedy for treatment of common fever in both ayurveda as well as in every other sphere.

—
Dr Adarsh
UAE

The tonsils are a pair of small almond-shaped structures on either side of the throat, just behind and above the tongue. The structures act as a defence against infections that invade the body through the nose and mouth. Tonsils are a part of the body’s protective lymphatic system, which dispatches cells that literally gulp down bacteria. Adenoids are structures located at the back of the nose, above the tonsils. They too help keep away respiratory tract infections.

Occasionally, bacterial infections overwhelm the tonsils. This infection, known as tonsillitis, is often one that children come down with between the ages of three and six. The symptoms are similar to those of flu, and so it may be difficult to distinguish between the two. The primary symptom is a sore throat that makes it difficult to swallow. Others are headache, ear pain, fever and chills. The tonsils become swollen and red. You may also notice specks of white discharge on the infected tonsils. Occasionally, the adenoids swell too, giving a nasal quality to the child’s voice.

Earlier, the only known cure for recurrent throat infections was tonsil surgery. Medical opinion has changed, however, and now this procedure is less common. More often than not, having tonsillitis, even when it recurs up to seven times a year, does not mean that the tonsils should be removed (in a surgical procedure called tonsillectomy). You don’t have to pressurise your child’s doctor to remove tonsils just because this was commonly done years ago or on the basis of any of these misconceptions:

Tonsils are useless. This is not true. Medical scientists continue to report new evidence that shows tonsils are a valuable part of our defense mechanism against invading germs and viruses.

My child is always sick. Chances are your child is going through a normal stage of growth, irrespective of the condition of his tonsils. Before a child can build up antibodies to fight off bugs, he must be exposed to them. Therefore, it is not unusual to expect a certain number of mild respiratory diseases during a child’s early years.
My child will be healthier with them out. It is a myth that a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy make a child less susceptible to colds, sore throats and other respiratory diseases. Nor does the operation relieve an allergy or a chronic problem such as asthma.

They are enlarged. What you observe as swelling may be the tonsils’ normal size. Tonsils are very small at birth, and then enlarge gradually, reaching maximum size at age six or seven. Thereafter, they usually shrink to walnut size. Adenoids grow between the ages of three and five and then shrink, eventually disappearing altogether during puberty. Unless a medical problem is diagnosed, enlargement alone is no basis for surgery.

In Ayurveda, tonsillitis is called as galaayu. Ayurvedic physicians consider recurring infection and inflammation of the tonsils to be a key factor in illness in later life. Therefore, the entire immune system is treated, aiming to eliminate the risk.

Tonsillitis is the one of the common diseases of the respiratory tract. It is the inflammatory condition of the tonsils. Tonsils lie on each side of the throat. The inflammation of tonsils occur due to infection. There are various ayurvedic treatments available for tonsillitis.

Tonsillitis affects people of all ages, but it mostly occurs in the growing children. The common cause of tonsils infection is bacteria Streptococcal haemolyticus. Chronic tonsillitis, when not treated properly, can also lead to various other diseases such as nephritis, rheumatic fever and various other complications.

There are following symptoms of tonsillitis –

• Fever – high fever around 103-104 degrees Fahrenheit
• Enlargement of tonsillar glands leads to unspeakable condition
• Pain on swallowing
• Pain in the ear on the affected area
• Oozing pus
• Sore throat
• Chills

Herbal and Home Remedies for Tonsillitis:

• Fenugreek Seeds – Gargle made from fenugreek seeds is very effective for tonsillitis.
• Vegetable Juices – Raw vegetable juices of carrot, beet, and cucumber in the ratio of 3:1:1 combination are also very beneficial for the treatment of tonsillitis.
• Stay Hydrated – Drink lots and lots of liquids. Especially, frozen liquids help numb the throat. You may also try hot teas with honey, and clear soups. For some people, warm beverages help relieve the pain of tonsillitis better than cold ones do.
• Salt Water – You may gargle with luke warm salt water many times in a day. ( one forth teaspoon of salt would be enough in half a cup of water) several times a day.
• Lemon, Blackpepper and Salt – Take a lemon and cut it into two pieces. On one piece, put some salt and black pepper. Now press it with a knife s o that salt-pepper penetrate into the lime. Put the lemon on heat to make it warm. Slowly lick this lemon squeezing it until no juice remains. You may do this daily two or three times.
• Hygiene – If you are suffering from a disease like tonsillitis, you should keep good hygiene.

Avoid Acidic Drinks, Spicy Food and Soar Substances – Don’t drink acid drinks and try to avoid spicy food as it may irritate your throat. Sour substances like curds, buttermilk, and fried foods should also be avoided.
Rest – Give plenty of rest to your throat and try not to talk.

See a Doctor, if condition is serious – If you are have difficulty in swallowing, breathing or talking, or have any other concerns you should see a doctor immediately, or the condition may turn more serious.
The common and easy medications are gargling and hot fomentation. Moreover, the Ayurvedic means of curing tonsillitis are a powdery mixture of the three ingredients of Kulanjana, Vacha, and Yashti madhu; Agastya rasayana; and Khadiradi.

1. GARGLING
Regular gargling not only provides immediate relief but also cures tonsillitis in a week’s time at the most. The best results can be obtained by mixing the bark of Babula tree with rock salt in the lukewarm water that is to be used for gargling.

2. HOT FOMENTATION
The front side of the patient’s neck must be accorded hot fomentation, externally. Besides, all steps should be taken to keep the neck warm. It should not be kept exposed.

3. POWDERY MIXTURE
Another effective Ayurvedic treatment is a powdery mixture of three ingredients; viz., Kulanjana, Vacha, and Yashti madhu. The patient suffering form tonsillitis simply needs to lick the paste made from them mixed with honey.
This medication cures the throat inflammation and also soothes the throat.

4. AGASTYA RASAYANA
This Ayurvedic prescription is recommended for the patients suffering from chronic tonsillitis. It prevents future attacks of tonsillitis.

Prescription: The dose is one teaspoonful of Agastya rasayana mixed with honey. It should be taken twice daily for six months.

Recommendation: Even if the tonsillitis symptoms disappear, keep on taking the medication. It will shield the throat from any possible attacks of tonsillitis.

5. KHADIRADI
Khadiradi comes in a tablet form that needs to be sucked gradually. One can daily take six such tablets.

Ayurvedic herbs as remedy for tonsillitis

• Lime
• Milk
• Holy basil
• Fenugreek seeds
  These can be consumed by themselves, in cooking or as by-products of other foodstuffs.

Ayurvedic supplements as remedy for tonsillitis

• Kasamrit Herbal
• Khadiradi Bati
• These are both available from Ayurvedic retailers and should be taken as per instruction.

Guidelines

1. Gargle every few hours with a solution of quarter teaspoonful of common salt or yavakshaara dissolved in half a glass of warm water or decoction prepared from the bark of Acacia (Babul) tree, if your child is older than eight years.
2. Drink plenty of warm beverages such as tea (with or without honey) and corn soup, if tolerated.
   Eat foods that are soft and easy to swallow.
3. Avoid spicy foods, chocolates, milk-based sweets, sour substances, curds, butter milk, cool drinks and fried substances.

—
Dr Adarsh
UAE

Arthritis ( arthro- joint + -itis, inflammation) is a form of joint disorder that involves inflammation in one or more joints. Arthritis might seem simple, but it’s really not. . Arthritis can be difficult to recognize because it can start in different ways. It can start slowly and be mild, or it can start suddenly and cause intense pain. It might cause the classic issues of joint pain, swelling and stiffness, or it may first cause health problems that seem unrelated like fatigue or a rash.

Types of Arthritis
There are more than 100 different forms of arthritis and related diseases. The most common types include Osteoarthritis (OA), Rheumatoid arthritis(RA), Psoriatic arthritis (PsA), Fibromyalgia and Gout. Also it includes diseases like Ankylosing Spondylitis, Behcet’s Disease, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ehler’s Danlos Syndrome, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Sjögren’s Disease, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and a whole list of other conditions too. All of them can cause pain in different ways.
Ayurvedic Management

All types of arthritis has been explained in Ayurvedic science and in most forms it is a Vata predominant disease.But in certain conditions or stages of the disease, other elements are also involved and the treatment is decided according to the condition and vitiated elements involved.

Most forms of Arthritis can be successfully managed through Ayurveda. In Ayurveda, disease diagnosis and treatment varies according to the condition of the patient. It is difficult to correlate modern medical diagnosis with ayurvedic diagnosis, as both medical science treats patients differently. In Ayurveda, the vitiated elements (doshas) in the body is given prime importance. Treatment can be as simple as taking a few internal medicines or can take upto a few months depending on the severity of the condition.

Ayurvedic management is as follows:

1. Langhanam (Fasting) It is done by means of restriction of food, or by giving green gram / rice / barley soups, exercise etc.
2. Shamana chikitsa (Treatment for subsiding the symptoms) It is done by using very effective and time tested Ayurveda formulations like herbal drinks, powders, pills etc.
3. Sodhana chikitsa (Elimination of vitiated elements from the body) It is done through Panchakarma therapy. Usually treatment is long term and various procedures are done according to the patient condition and presentation.

Therapies like Snehapanam, Podikizhi, Elakkizhi, Abhyanga etc are done to prepare the body for the detoxifying procedure.

Apart from these three, strict diet regimen and life style changes are advocated. For chronic and severe conditions a minimum of 2 to 3 weeks may be needed to provide best results.

Dr Adarsh
UAE