Role of Rasayana Therapy in Geriatric Care: A Review
Journal Title: International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharmaceutical Chemistry - Year 2019, Vol 0, Issue 0
Abstract
Ayurveda is basically the science of life and longevity. In ageing Dhatus get degenerated due to functional and structural modifications. During old age we cannot increase the capacity of Rasadi Dhatus, but they can be preserved and rejuvenated. Ayurveda, is world's most authoritative, mind-body-spirit medicine system, gives us various concepts of the ageing phenomenon. This ancient system of medicine includes remedies for healthy ageing so as to make an optimal health and lengthen one's individual's health span by using Rasayana therapy. Rasayana therapy is a unique therapeutic science to delay ageing process and to reduce the intensity of problems occurring this elderly phase of life. According to concept of Ayurveda the therapy used for promoting and preserving health, increasing strength and life span in a healthy person are called Rasayana therapy. Rasayana therapy maintain the equilibrium of Rasadi Saptadhatu and optimum the power of body and senses to enhance intellect, memory, skin lustre, complexion, bodily glow, voice and generosity and preserve youth age. Only Rasayana therapy is an answer in present scenario to prevent premature ageing and to treat the manifestation due to ageing process; it also ensures healthy life span including mental health and better resistance against various geriatric disease conditions. Rasayana therapy also acts as antioxidants so they inhibit free radicals and delay ageing process. This review article will explore multiple aspects of ageing and longevity with the use of Rasayana therapy in Geriatric care.
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Jagdish Kumar Anant, S. R. Inchulkar
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