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HOW, WHEN & WHAT TO EAT? A HELP GUIDE FOR YOUR TODDLERS
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 Toddlers Diet Guide
HOW, WHEN & WHAT TO EAT?
A HELP GUIDE FOR YOUR TODDLERS
“Anvi makes me run around the house at mealtime.
“Manu is not growing well and he appears quite thin
and weak compared to boys of his age. These are the
complaints that we hear from most Indian toddler’s
parents.
According to CDC, kids between the age of 1- 3
years are considered toddlers. It is a stage of rapid
physical and intellectual development that prepares
the children for their future achievement. WHO and
UNICEF jointly developed a global strategy for in-
fant and young feeding in 2003 considering the im-
pact of feeding practices on the nutritional status,
growth, and development, health, and survival in
children. IYCF (Infant and Young Child Feeding)
guidelines suggest that children should receive food
from 4 or more of the following 7 food groups.
ENSURE OUR DIETARY DIVERSITY:
1) Grains, roots, and tubers
2) Legumes and nuts
3) Dairy products
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4) Flesh foods (meats, fish, and poultry)
5) Vitamin A-rich fruits and vegetables
7) Other fruits and vegetables
When the child turns one year old, you can give him
anything except spicy, salty, and deep-fried foods.
The toddler has very little stomach capacity so he
can't take three big meals a day like an adult, so typ-
ically he needs 6 small interesting meals a day to
fulfill his body's energy requirements. Feeding the
toddler in small intervals makes them healthy and
less cranky compared to kids who are fed with more
time gaps. At the age of 1 year, a child will learn to
eat on his own the same food as the rest of the fam-
ily. Having his own cute plate with attractive food
will help the child learn to feed himself. At first, give
him the food he likes and give him plenty of time to
eat. He will be messy and slow at first so help the
child that he gets most of the food in his mouth. Sit
with the child while eating and praise him for eating.
Make sure the child is hungry at mealtime and not
just had a snack. If he refuses the food don't force
or pressurize him to eat, the more you struggle with
your child over his eating preference the more deter-
mined he will be to defy you, and don't be tempted
to give him junk food instead.
Toddlers always like to feed themselves so when-
ever possible offer your child finger food such as
breadstick, vegetable stick, chopped fruit instead of
food that requires a fork and spoon to eat so that
we can avoid injuries. Toddlers have different nutri-
tional requirements from older children and adults.
They are naturally active and are experiencing rapid
growth so they need more energy and nutrients.
Children of this age need to drink regularly through-
out the day to stay well hydrated and prevent consti-
pation. Exposure to a range of fruit and vegetables in
toddlerhood has been associated with acceptance of
these foods at later ages. As adults, every toddler is
different and will have different nutritional require-
ments. A large active toddler is different as he needs
higher energy requirements than a small less active
child. Both these toddlers will usually be able to reg-
ulate their food but the larger child will generally
need more to eat. The amount a healthy toddler eats
will naturally increase as he grows and his appetite
increases.
ALWAYS REMEMBER THESE POINTS
WHILE MAKING FOOD FOR A TODDLER
1. LOCAL FOOD – Due to marked geographic
variations in India, it is important to consider
local food preferences availability and afford-
ability. It will be always best if we prefer locally
grown vegetables and fruits.
Toddlers Diet Guide
2. EASILY DIGESTIBLE FOOD - Food should be
homemade, less expensive, and easily digestible.
Commercial food must be avoided due to cost
and potential risk of harmful additives or high
salt content.
3. ENERGY-DENSE - To account for small stom-
ach size, meals can be made energy dense by
adding sugar or jaggery and ghee or butter or oil.
Energy value may also be enhanced by using fer-
mented sprouts or toasted grains for the prepara-
tion of meals.
4. CULTURALLY AND CULINARY ACCEPT-
ABLE - Non-vegetarian foods are rich in pro-
teins though vegetarian food is equally good if
used in combination with cereals and pulses. Ex-
ample: Khichdi. Liking of a baby is equally im-
portant as some babies prefer spicy food while
others like sweets.
AT ONE YEAR OF AGE
At this age, the child will get all the nutrition from
proteins, fruits, and vegetables, bread and grains,
and dairy. The child will start to crawl and walk and
be much more active. They will eat smaller amounts
at a time but eat more often, so always carry some
snacks for them. Kids of one year of age should
drink whole milk which will provide the dietary fat
they need for normal growth and brain development.
If he dislikes a new food, try giving it again later. It
takes several tries for children to adopt new food.
AT 2 TO 3 YEARS OF AGE
When the child turns 2, the child's diet should be
moderately low in fat; a high-fat diet can lead to
obesity in childhood. Children should eat a variety
of food from each of the food groups: bread and
grains, proteins, fruit and vegetable, and dairy prod-
ucts. Children also need plenty of calcium to sup-
port bone growth so include low-fat milk, yogurt,
and cheese, cooked greens, and fish in the diet. De-
pending on their age, size, and activity level toddlers
need about 1000-1400 calories a day.
Toddlers should have 700mg of calcium and 600IU
of vitamin D a day. This calcium level is met if kids
have 2 servings of dairy food every day.
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 Toddlers Diet Guide
FOOD PYRAMID
A food pyramid is a graphic representation of a balanced
diet that grossly recommends the frequency and quantity
of various food groups that can be given to children.
EAT SPARINGLY-SWEETS, FAT, AND OIL
The top shelf of the food pyramid such as Fats and
oils, sweets like chocolate, biscuit, and cake should
not be a part of your child's daily diet. Filling up on
food from this shelf spoils the child’s appetite. More
nutritious food, sugary food, and drinks are also not
good for your child’s teeth. The approximate quan-
tity recommended in toddlers for sweet is 15-30
grams and fats and oil is 25-35gm.
EAT MODERATELY-MEAT, FISH, AND EGG
The second shelf of the food pyramid consists of
meat, fish, and alternatives that provide protein for
growth and development, the recommended serv-
ings per day is 2 small servings from any of the
following:
1. Small pork/lamb chop
2. 2 slices roasted or boiled meat
3. 2 slices of chicken
4. Medium fillet of fish
5. 2 eggs
6. 6 tbsp of baked bean, peas, lentils
The approximate quantity recommended in toddlers
for meat, fish & egg is 50 gram
EAT ADEQUATELY MILK, CHEESE, AND
YOGURT
The third shelf of the food pyramid consists of
milk, cheese, and yogurt which provide calcium for
healthy bones and teeth, the recommended servings
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per day is 3 servings from any of the following:
1. 1 glass of full-fat milk
2. 1 carton of yogurt
3. One piece of cheese
4. 2 cheese slice
5. Small bowl of milk pudding
The approximate dairy product quantity recom-
mended in toddlers is 500ml
EAT LIBERALLY-FRUITS AND VEGETA-
BLES
The fourth shelf of the food pyramid consists of
fruits and vegetables which provide vitamins and
minerals essential for good health, the recommend-
ed servings per day is 2-4 servings from any of the
following:
1. 1 medium-sized any fresh fruit
2. Small glass of unsweetened pure fruit juice di-
luted with plenty of water
3. Small bowl of chopped fresh fruit salad
4. 3 dessert spoons of stewed fruit
5. Small bowl of vegetables
6. Bowl of homemade vegetable soup
7. Paneer and vegetable paratha
8. Cheesy corn and vegetable cutlet
The approximate quantity recommended for fruit is
100 grams and vegetable is 150 to 300gram
CONSUME ADEQUATELY-CEREALS AND
MILLET, PULSES
The fifth shelf of the food pyramid consists of ce-
reals and pulses which provide energy to help work
and play, the recommended servings per day is 4
servings from any of the following:
1. Chappati/mini bajra/oats uttapam/moong sprouts
dosa, moong dal chilla
2. Multigrain paneer roti
3. Small bowl of cereal
4. 2 cream cracker
5. 1 medium potato
6. 3 dessert spoons of boiled rice
7. One small bowl of cooked daal.
8. Small bowl of sprouts khichdi
The approximate quantity recommended for cereals
and millet is 60-30 grams and pulses is 30-60 grams.
Toddlers Diet Guide
INDIAN DIET PLAN FOR TODDLERS
TIME DIET
7.00 AM(After waking up) 1 glass milk + 4 soaked almond
9.00 AM Breakfast Choose any 1 from
• Suji kheer / Ragi kheer / Vermicelli Kheer
• Soft cooked Rawa upma with finely chopped carrots
• Soft cooked Mung dal chilla with grated carrots and finely chopped spin-
ach
• Curd with soaked poha, (add a little salt or sugar as per your kid’s taste),
• Soft dosa or Idli with sambar
11.00 AM 2-4 slices of apple / orange /pomegranate / Papaya / (any seasonal fruit) /
wheat-based biscuits / ragi flakes (handful)
1.00 PM Lunch Choose any 1 from
• Curd Rice / Dal + Rice / Sambar + Rice / Milk + Rice
• Vegetable Pulav / Kadhi + Rice / Lemon flavoured rice
• Vegetable Khichadi
• Daliya upama (soup consistency)
• Vermicelli upma
• Soft cooked Roti or Phulka with Toru / Bottle gourd / Palak / Methi /
Potato/ any Vegetable
2.30 PM • Buttermilk (optional ) / Ragi kanji
4.00 PM Choose any 1 from the below-mentioned options
• Oats porridge with chopped apple or banana
• Fruit Smoothie With Almond Or Walnut (at room temperature)
• Milkshakes
• Hot milk with 4 Biscuits
• Atta Laddu–2 small
• Dry fruit chikki
• Sliced / Boiled veggies like Carrot, Broccoli with curd dip,
• Tacos with vegetable-based greek yogurt dip. Homemade wheat cake
piece.
6.00 PM • Spinach Soup/Carrot soup/Tomato Soup (grind corn kernel in a mixer)
• Fruit Juice During Warm Climate
8:00 PM For dinner choose any suitable option from breakfast/lunch menu
10:00 PM (BEDTIME) 1glass Milk+4 Soaked Almonds
Toddlers should be encouraged to eat with friends Don't worry about your kids' food just observe
and family as children will often accept new food whether he is gaining weight with time and whether
if they see their peers trying them. Try to make at- he is active throughout the day.
tractive colored food items with interesting shapes.
Hydrating the body is important so a toddler should
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Arogyakalpadruma, a regional textbook in Kerala
dealing with Baalarogachikitsa written by Kaikulan-
gara Ramavarrior explains a number of formulations
which are beneficial in the child health. These for-
mulations are commonly termed as Praakaara yogas.
“Aakhyaatha bahavo ragadoshavaishamyaheth-
avah|
Praakaarayogaihi praageva paalayedheva vaa si-
sum ||” (Arogyakalpadruma, 35/1)
The word “Praakaara” means protecting walls/fence.
As the name denotes, these formulations protects
the child from various diseases and enhance their
physical and biological barriers to counteract with
the external environment. For a baby, everything in
the universe is new and they have to struggle a lot
in these unfamiliar circumstances. Praakaara yogas
help them to thrive!
The concept of giving Praakaara yogas can further
be extended to the level of Balam in Ayurveda. Bal-
am is again of three types. Sahajam, Kaalajam and
Yukthikrtham. Sahaja bala is nothing but the innate
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quality of body to prevent diseases which is mainly
inherited from the parents. Yukthikrtha and Kaala-
ja bala can be considered as the acquired immunity,
in which Yukthikrtha bala acquired from our food,
medicines and regimens (Aahaara cheshttayoga-
jam). For example: Rasayana prayogas. Kaalaja
type of balam is acquired from the seasonal changes
(Rtu) and age factors (Vaya). Praakaara yogas are
examples of such type of bala in which medicines
are giving according to their age.
Which age groups are benefitted?
Praakaara yogas are administered right from the
jaatamaatra (Newborn) up to 12 years old.
Mode of administration
Praasana (Applying the medicines on the tongue) is
the unique way of Praakaara yogas. The drug com-
binations detailed are as per the age of the child. It
is advisable to consume each formulation along with
a suitable adjuvant, for seven consecutive days in a
dose varying with corresponding age.
Which are the herbs?
• Jaatamaatra (Immediately after birth): Applica-
tion of Tripaadi (Desmodium triflorum) swarasa
along with vacha (Acorus calamus) three drops
in the bregma (central part of head)for seven
days. This will help in increasing the digestive
fire, protect from baalagrhas and maintain the
healthy status of vaatadi doshas.
• Pakshaateetha (15 days after birth):Amalaki
swarasa bhaavitha bilwa(Aegle marmelos) bilwa
done purification in amla swarasa can be admin-
istered for seven days.
• Maasajaatha (One-month-old): Ghee prepared
out of adding powders of Musta (Cyperus ro-
tundus), Vidanga (Embelia ribes), Hindu (Asa-
foetida) along with brahmi (Baccopa monnerie)
swarasa is administered for seven days. This
may help in pacifying the krmiroga(worm infes-
tations), enhance the digestive fire and helpful
for anulomana(for easy passage of stool).
• Traimaasika (Three-month-old): Combination
of trikatu (Piper, dried ginger and pepper) and
Saariba (Hemidesmus indicus) adding butter for
seven days.
• Shanmaasika (Six-month-old): Powder of musa-
li (Curculigo orchioides) and trikatu along with
honey for seven days.
• Like wise up to 12 years it is explained.
Common herbs in Prakaara yogas and its benefits
are listed below,
• Musta (Cyperus rotundus) - Deepana, Paacha-
na, Grahi, Jwaratisarahara
• Vidanga (Embelia ribes) - Krmihara, Deepana,
Shoolahara
• Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) - Tridosha-
hara, Rasayana, Bala varnakrith, Medhya,
Kshayapaha
• Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) - Medhya, Ra-
sayana, Balya, Grahi, Deepana, Tridoshahara
• Shankhupushpi(Convolvulus pluriclaulis) -
Medhya, Rakshoghna, Svarya
• Jeerakam (Cuminum cyminum) - Deepana,
Pachana, Grahi
• Indrayava (Seeds of Holarrhena antidysenter-
ica) - Tridoshaghna, Grahi, Deepana, Jwaratis-
araghnam
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• Vacha (Acorus calamus) - Medhya, Lekhaniya,
Deepana-paachana, Swasahara
On analyzing the karma performed by the herbs in
Praakaara yogas, one can understand that the dravya
are performing in an all system nourishing way such
as,
• Promoting gut health (Deepana, Paachana, Gra-
hi)
• Act as vermifuge (Krimihara)
• Help in the brain development (Medhya)
• Enhance acquired immunity. (Krimihara, Balya,
Rakshoghna)
• Overall growth and nutrition. (Balya, Rasayana)
Research studies in Praakaara yogas
Vachadhatryadi avaleha prepared by using the most
repeated drugs in Praakaara yoga, having immune
modulator activity, were subjected to experimental
and clinical trial in 1999. In the clinical study, the
drug significantly enhanced antibody formation and
moderately suppressed the immunological oedema.
Another two studies were also done to assess the ef-
ficacy of Praakaara yoga in 2012 and 2013. The drug
was administered in 3rd and 6th month in the first
study and in the 2nd study it was administered in 1-
1½ years old children. Both the studies showed sig-
nificant results when compared to the control group.
(Chandran S, et al., Unique contributions of Ker-
aleeya Ayurveda in pediatric health care, J Ayurve-
da Integr Med (2018), https://doi.org/10.1016/j.
jaim.2017.10.008)
Need of the hour
In the present scenario, children need special atten-
tion in their development and growth since they are
the vulnerable part of our society. Covid-19 pan-
demic is creating havoc among the parents regarding
the health of their children and Praakaara yogas are
indeed a solution for all such dilemmas which will
be helpful for physical, mental and social well-be-
ing.
Dr NIYA RANDEEP
(BAMS, MD[Ayu])
Dravyagunavijnana Scientist, Akay
Natural Ingredients Private Limited,
Kochi
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 Children Skin Disorders
Skin is the largest organ in the human body,
constituting about 16% of total body weight. It
has various functions like protection, thermo-
regulation, immunologic response, secretion
of waste and sensation. Skin disorders in chil-
dren may cause anxiety to parents. General
practitioners should be familiar with the com-
mon skin problems as immediate pediatric
dermatology consultation may not be possible.
In addition to wide variety of skin disorders in
childhood, skin is a marker of underlying sys-
temic diseases and hereditary syndrome. Infec-
tions, infestations and dermatitis are the most
prevalent diseases among Indian children. Skin
diseases of children should be managed by con-
sulting a dermatologist or pediatrician. Com-
mon Skin problems in children can be briefly
divided as bacterial, viral, fungal infection and
other infestations.
BACTERIAL INFECTION OF SKIN
1. Impetigo
Impetigo is the most frequently encountered
bacterial skin infection, which is caused by
Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus
pyogenes. It occurs in two clinical forms, the
non-bullous impetigo or impetigo contagiosa
and bullous impetigo. Lesions are highly conta-
gious and can spread rapidly by direct contact,
through a family, nursery, or class. The condi-
tion is more common in children with atopic
dermatitis, in those living in tropical climates,
and in conditions of overcrowding and poor
hygiene. Nasal carriage of organisms may pre-
dispose to recurrent infection in an individual.
It occurs in two clinical forms, the non-bullous
impetigo or impetigo contagiosa and bullous
impetigo. Although impetigo contagiosa occurs
on any part of body surface, the exposed parts
especially, face and the extremities are fre-
quently affected. It evolves from small vesicles
COMMON SKIN DISORDERS OF
that rapidly rupture to form the typical honey
colored crusted plaques with surrounding red-
CHILDREN
ness. Impetigo can be spread through close con-
tact or by sharing things like towels and toys.
Scratching can spread it to other parts of the
body.
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Children Skin Disorders
Home remedies for mild conditions
In mild conditions, it can be treated with some
home remedies, whereas severe conditions need
medical attention of an expert dermatologist.
• Maintain personal hygiene -clean clothing
and toys and other baby products in warm
water.
• Honey act as an antibiotic, apply it directly
to the wound or infected area. It can help to
kill off the bacteria and aid in the healing
process
• Wash the affected area with water boiled in
Neem leaf.
• Apply pure aloe vera gel which counter itch-
ing and dryness in impetigo
• Grapefruit seed is available in liquid extract
or tincture form. Dilute it with water and
then apply the mixture topically to impetigo
sores
• Tea tree oil can be applied externally.
• Apply turmeric paste directly to impetigo
sores, it has antimicrobial and anti-inflam-
matory property.
2. Scabies
Scabies is a common infestation caused by the
mite Sarcoptes scabiei . It is transmitted by di-
rect contact or by fomites (things used by babies
like cloths, toys etc). Untreated, these micro-
scopic mites can live on your skin for months.
They reproduce on the surface of your skin and
then burrow into it and lay eggs. This causes an
itchy, red rash to form on the skin. The clinical
manifestations usually develop 3 week after the
primary infestation. The earliest symptom of
scabies is nocturnal pruritus (night itch), which
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 Children Skin Disorders
may manifest as extreme irritability in infants.
Face, palms and soles are particularly affected
in younger children, while waists, wrists, an-
kles, interdigital spaces, penis and areola are
commonly affected in older children.
Pediculosis Capitis (Head Lice)
Head lice usually affect children between 3 and
12 year. It spreads through direct head to head
contact. Itching in the posterior scalp is the
primary symptom and there may be redness,
papules, excoriated lesions and secondary bac-
terial infections. Occipital and cervical lymph-
adenopathies are frequently present. Diagnosis
is confirmed by the presence of nits or lice in
the scalp and hair.
Treatment
• Removal of nits from hair and eyelashes
• Cleaning yourself and any personal be-
longings that may be contaminated. Wash
infested bedding, clothing and towels with
hot, soapy water.
• Deworming (krimighna chikitsa)
• Wash the affected areas with water boiled
with curry leaves, Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum)
• Apply the neem seed paste over the affected
area for few minutes
• Viral Warts
VIRAL INFECTIONS
Warts
Verrucae are common viral infections caused
by Human Papilloma Viruses (HPV). Verruca
vulgaris, verruca plana, plantar warts and con-
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dyloma acuminata are the four major types of
warts. Verruca vulgaris (common warts), occur
predominantly on the hands, fingers, around
the fingernails or toenail, and sometimes on
the lips and nostrils. The lesions are skin to
flesh colored rough surfaced papules. It may
occur as single or multiple lesions. Warts may
be itchy and scratching may lead to linear ar-
ray of lesions, indicative of auto-inoculation.
Most resolve by itself in due time, but over-the-
counter preparations are available to acceler-
ate resolution. Treatment include topical saly-
cilic acid,cryotherapy etc. self treatment should
be avoided in case of inflammation and other
painful warts.
Ayurveda describes warts as Charmakeela,
painless elevated skin eruptions, which is either
black or white in color. It can be treated with
cauterization and removed by sharp instru-
ment.
Molluscum Contagiosum
Molluscum contagiosum is a poxvirus infec-
tion, common in school aged children. It pres-
ents as multiple asymptomatic, flesh colored
or pearly white papules with central umbilica-
tion. Sometimes the lesions are inflammatory,
indicating the impending spontaneous resolu-
tion due to host immune response. Face, neck,
axillae, trunk and extremities are the common
sites of involvement. Many treatments for mol-
luscum contagiosum have been reported, in-
cluding physical destruction or manual extru-
sion of the lesions, cryotherapy, and curettage.
Treatments are painful, and there is limited ev-
idence that they are more effective than watch-
ful waiting. In Ayurveda the disease Ajagallika
is included under Kshudra Rogas. The features
of Mollusca can be correlated with Ajagallika. It
is mentioned as childhood disorder with erup-
tions arising from kapha , Vata,which are unc-
tuous,of the same colour as of skin, nodular,
painless and resembling mudga(green gram)
in size. Unripe stage should be treated with ap-
plying leeches (jalukavacharanam) and then
coated with the paste of yavakshāra, sukti, and
saurāstri
FUNGAL INFECTIONS (Tinea)
Ringworm
Ringworm of the body (Tinea corporis) is a rash
caused by a fungal infection. It's usually a red,
itchy, circular rash with clearer skin in the mid-
dle. Ringworm gets its name because of its ap-
pearance. No worm is involved. Ringworm of
the body is related to athlete's foot (Tinea pedis),
jock itch (Tinea cruris) and ringworm of the
scalp (Tinea capitis). Ringworm often spreads
by direct skin-to-skin contact with an infect-
ed person or animal. Mild ringworm often re-
sponds to antifungal medications that you ap-
ply to your skin. For more-severe infections, you
may need to consult a dermatologist.
Which children are at risk for ringworm?
• Children may be at risk for ringworm if they:
• Are malnourished
• Have poor hygiene
• Live in a warm and humid climate
• Have contact with other children or pets
Children Skin Disorders
that have ringworm
• Have weak immune systems because of ill-
ness or medicines
• Use shared bathrooms or locker rooms
Home remedies for fungal infections
• Clean the affected area with soap and water
twice daily
• Apple cider vinegar has antifungal proper-
ties. You could mix two tablespoons in warm
water and drink it up or dip a cotton ball in
it and dab over your skin. Doing this thrice a
day should produce beneficial results.
• Tea tree oil is naturally antifungal and an-
tibacterial. Mix it with any carrier oil like
coconut oil or olive oil and dab over the in-
fected area about three to four times a day.
• Coconut oil works as a potent antifungal
agent. Applying it over the skin makes it a
good, safe topical medicine. Since it is easy
on the skin, it is also useful to treat scalp
ringworm
• Neem leaves have effective antifungal prop-
erties and is extremely good for the skin.
Washing the infected area with neem water
helps in treating fungal infections
You can also follow certain precautions to pre-
vent or treat fungal infections like:
• Always wear clean clothes.
• Avoid using harsh detergents to clean
clothes.
• Avoid wearing clothes that are too tight. Pre-
fer breathable cotton clothes.
• Avoid scratching the affected area as it can
worsen the infection and also increase the
chances of spreading.
• Wash the affected area at least 2 to 3 times
a day.
• Keep the affected area as dry as possible.
When to visit a doctor for fungal infections?
• Even after following home remedies, there
is no improvement.
• The fungal infection worsens or recurs.
• The infection starts spreading.
• Fungal infection is accompanied by fever or
discharge of pus
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 Children Skin Disorders
Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis or eczema is a chronic relaps-
ing inflammatory skin disorder. The hallmark
of atopic dermatitis is dry skin and itching. It
usually starts in the first few weeks or months
of life. The clinical phase of atopic dermatitis is
divided into 3 groups, based on the onset and
distribution of the lesions; infantile; childhood
and adult phases. In the infantile phase, the der-
matitis usually begins on the face and then may
spread to trunk. The affected infants will be ir-
ritable or scratching due to intense pruritus. It
is characterized by symmetrical erythematous
papules, vesicles, edema, oozing and crusting.
The extensor aspect of the extremities is af-
fected around 8 month of age when they start
crawling. Infantile atopic dermatitis usually
spares the diaper area and groin. In the child-
hood phase, the lesions become chronic and
thickened over the flexural areas. In the face,
around mouth and eyes may also show chronic
dermatitis and thickening of skin.
How to keep skin healthy
• Drink 2 litres of water daily
• Keep skin hydrated by applying moisturiz-
ing cream.
• Eat a healthy diet -A healthy diet can help
you look and feel your best. Eat plenty of
fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean
proteins.
• Maintain personal hygiene. Wear clean
dresses made from good quality fabric.
• Avoid strong soaps. Strong soaps and deter-
gents can strip oil from your skin. Instead,
choose mild cleansers.
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Ayurvedic Aspect
According to Ayurveda, Skin (twak) is originat-
ed from the superficial portion of Rakta. It con-
sists of seven layers and the diseases affecting
each layer have been mentioned by the Acha-
ryas. In Ayurveda, various skin disorders are de-
tailed under the heading of Kushta & Kshudra
rogas. Kushta is a raktapradoshaja vikaara,
occurs with pitta predominance and rakta and
twak as adhishtaana. Fungal infections can be
considered under, Dadru kushta, vicharchika-
a type of kushta that is classified under both
categories due to quick invading nature. As per
the definition, the reddish coloured pidaka (le-
sion) in the form of mandala (rounded lesion)
with elevated borders and itching is known as
Dadru. Vicharchika is (“sa kandu pidaka sya-
va bahusrava vicharchika”) the eruptions with
itching, oozing, black discoloration. Various
treatment methods have been mentioned in
Ayurvedic treatise for skin ailments. According
to the severity of disease, proper management
should be followed. Body purification (sodha-
na) is very effective in the management of
skin diseases, along with the intake of blood pu-
rifying and skin rejuvinating Kashayas (decoc-
tion), applying medicated lepas (oinments), oils,
are found to be useful.
Skin is the primary barrier of human body; it
has a great connection with our mind. Nowa-
days human beings are giving a special care to
their skin, by modifying food habits and daily
activities. Childhood skin disorders have devel-
oped due to by several factors like, hereditary,
nutritional deficiency, lack of hygiene, worm
infestation, auto- immune disorders etc. Chil-
dren are more susceptible to various types of
skin infection, so parents should take a special
care to their children in every case.
Dr ANJANA M.
Assistant Professor, Department of
AgadTanta, Ahalia Ayurveda Medical
College, Palakkad, Kerala
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 Excess Mobile Usage
IMPACT OF EXCESS MOBILE USE
IN CHILDREN
Mobiles have become an indispensable part of our
lives. Especially since the Pandemic our worlds have
rapidly shifted to the virtual world. Mobiles have be-
come the only source of interaction and connection
with the outside world, which has helped one to have
a feel of sense of normalcy and sanity.
Be it attending online classes, or chatting with friends
or entertainment etc - a mobile phone is a handy and
an affordable tool for all such activities for kids.
As per a study conducted by the National commis-
sion for protection of child rights (NCPCR) 30.2 %
of children in the age group of 8-18 years possess a
smart phone and use it for various purposes, now the
main purpose being online school or college.
And parents are open and obliging to buy their kids
smart phones to ensure smooth learning.
But are smart phones used just for school??
Online classes account for an average of 3-4 hours
per day. But children end up spending more than
3-4 hours per day on their mobile phones. Facebook/
WhatsApp/Instagram/playing games, watching vid-
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eos has taken up a chunk of smart phone usage by
kids. So on an average, children end up spending at
least 6-7 hrs per day on their mobiles phones.
Mobile phones may be a boon but it is like a double
edged sword. It has its benefits but also has ill effects.
Increased screen times have taken a toll on children’s
health in the following ways-
1. It reduces the attention span, thus affecting aca-
demic performance
2. Spending more time on mobile phones takes
away time for physical activity and thus can lead
to lethargy, obesity which can further escalate to
other serious health concerns.
3. Children may encounter cyber bullies or may
come into contact with the wrong individuals on
social media which can deeply affect their men-
tal health and lead to anxiety, depression and
other issues.
4. Children are exposed to a world of unfiltered
information through their mobile phones and
this may cause kids to get carried away and share
their images, or do things which is not age ap-
propriate or things which are dangerous or det-
rimental to them.
5. It affects children’s sleep patterns. Kids end up
playing games, watching videos or talking to
friends late into the night disrupting their sleep
wake times.
6. Excess mobile use may affect the eyes and cause
eye strain, dry eyes, headaches, myopia or poor
vision in children.
7. Blue light emitted by mobile screens can cause
eye damage.
8. Spending long hours on the mobile in improp-
er body postures may cause muscles aches and
pains.
9. Children may not develop adequate socializing
skills and that can affect their confidence.
10. Outdoor games and physical activity gets re-
placed by mobile phone usage
Tips for safe mobile phone usage for children and
avoiding its side effects-
1. Monitor the screen time and encourage kids to
reduce their screen time by rewarding them.
2. Set rules for mobile phone usage during study
hours, eating and sleeping.
3. Encourage kids to develop hobbies and indulge
in sports and outdoor activities.
4. Ask the child to switch off their phones an hour
before going to bed.
5. Avoid letting kids less than 8 yrs of age use mo-
bile phones other than for study purposes under
adult supervision.
6. Encourage kids to do eye exercises 2 - 3 times a
day.
7. Make sure they keep mobiles at a distance of at-
least 15 inches
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8. Increasing font size on mobile phone can help
reduce eye strain.
9. After long hours of exposure to screens, cotton
pads soaked in rose water or cold milk or cu-
cumber slices can be placed on their eyes for 10-
15 minutes which relaxes and cools the eyes.
10. Ask them to wash their eyes with cool water 2-3
times a day
11. Make them follow the 20-20-20 eye rule, every
20 minutes spent using a screen; you should try
to look away at something that is 20 feet away
from you for a total of 20 seconds.
12. Encourage kids to practice yoga, pranayama for
20 minutes daily.
13. Kids can practice Trataka technique under the
guidance of a Yoga practitioner. This will not
only benefit their eyes but also help improve con-
centration and focus.
14. Turn off wifi an hour before sleep time.
15. Feed them a balanced diet with adequate quanti-
ty of greens, vegetables and protein.
16. Include fruits in the diet such as Amla, oranges
and berries.
17. Educate your kids about the dangers of social
media and supervise their social media activity.
18. Create a positive and safe atmosphere where in
kids can share their feelings and experiences and
help them work on it together.
Let mobiles phones be a healthy part of your child’s
life reaping only the benefits out of it.
Dr KAJAL NK (BAMS, PGDCGT)
Chief Consultant, Clinic Ayourvaidya,
Ayourvaidya, Bach Flower Remedy
Practitioner, Mysore, Karnataka
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 Immunity to Panchakarma
A THREAD CONNECTING
IMMUNITY TO PANCHAKARMA
The Preface
A tiny town on the Western coasts of Gujarat. It was
7:30 in the evening, but the city stood splendid with
colors as the sunlight was still lighting up the city. It
is thrilling that the sun sets pretty late in this part of
the country. 'Chandu's Pan Ki Dukaan', a little shop
in the Northern corner of the street was packed with
men of almost all ages. This was the scene every eve-
ning as it was not just another Pan and Tea shop, but
a hangout hub for the men in the town where they
exchanged news and thoughts and definitely some
gossips. A few minutes spent there would equip the
visitors with all the updates in and around the town,
in such a way that the local news channels and news-
papers would sit aside.
Thanks to the pandemic, now the chitchat sessions
at ‘Chandu's' were a little more organized. To avoid
crowding, each group had fixed their individual tim-
ings and measures of social distancing were also ob-
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served. Today’s hot plate, that was served in group
after group at ‘Chandu’s’, was about the sons of ‘Ma-
heshwariji’, who was a leading industrialist in the
region and owned quite a few dyeing and printing
mills. Vasudev Maheshwari, had stepped into his old
age and was busy enjoying life with their grandchil-
dren and nurturing his philanthropist wife’s dreams
and thus the old couple never missed to visit the
brothers and sisters at their charity hospital at least
twice a week. The hospital was named after his wife’s
father, Vaidya Agnivesh.
His elder son Vimal had got into his father’s shoes
and the fabric industry was now being taken to new-
er heights by him. The younger son Anurag and his
only daughter Shweta were settled with their respec-
tive families in the United States. Anurag was an In-
vestment Banker and Shweta with her husband ran
a restaurant.
The hot news in the town was that America returned
son of the family had somehow escaped from the
deadly claws of the pandemic from the foreign land
and this is a homecoming for the Pardesi and he with
his family would be staying back, forever and join-
ing their family business. But what was exciting and
new among the talks was that this Pardesi had come
up with some kind of a health plan in association
with the medical team at their charity hospital for
the children of the town. So that we have a healthier
next generation, strong enough to fight against and
withstand any similar health challenges, that may
arise in future.
At The Maheshwari Mansion
The US returned son of the house was showing the
concern about the people round the world suffering
daily with the fresh blows of the pandemic. How
every year his family luckily escaped the Winter
Flu by following the lifestyle and diet as directed by
his Ayurveda doctor friends. And how the different
Kaadhaas packed and sent by their beloved moth-
er helped them revive from mild to moderate fe-
ver, cold and cough, so that the condition didn’t get
worsened to seek any emergency medical aid. And
he also specified how their family survived this pan-
demic with very mild symptoms where as their other
friends suffered serious health problems and were
left behind with fatigue and very much reduced qual-
ity of life even after surviving the acute infection. He
spoke a million words about the ‘Herbo-gold' prepa-
rations given to his children in their childhood by
their great grandfather which may have been the one
reason that they were infected much lesser than the
other kids of their age with the seasonal flues.
So to keep that tradition alive and to pacify his
philanthropist thirst, that runs through his veins, he
was all set to do something for the society, for the
future India. All the members of the family listened
and agreed to him in unison.
His mother who was keenly observing her son’s zeal,
asked him that how exactly was he going to exe-
cute everything? As an answer to this, both brothers
spoke up together and said “Don’t worry Mother we
will not trouble you for making all those medicinal
powders, lickables and decoctions of yours. As our
charity hospital is blessed with a handful of young,
enthusiastic, professional Ayurvedic Physicians and
Immunity to Panchakarma
they have agreed to organize everything.” On hear-
ing that, mother gave a thoughtful smile to her sons.
The Proceedings
So, as the next step a meeting of certain responsible
social figures of the town was called upon to convey
the methodology of the campaign. As all meetings
were held at their house only, their mother was a si-
lent participant in everything, and she came to know
that they were planning a Rasayana Therapy for the
children. She was very happy on hearing that.
What is Rasayana?
After all the official meetings, in the evening, moth-
er asked her sons, what made them think about this
Rasayana in children? The elder son replied that, as
told by the team of Ayurvedic physicians, Rasayana
is the Rejuvenation Therapy, which aims at main-
taining the human body at its healthiest peak and as
a healthy body is the resort of a healthy mind, this
may be the perfect health maintenance that could be
thought about. And to build a healthy and wealthy
nation we wish to pioneer this kind of a movement.
Why Rasayana in Children?
On hearing that, mother asked, “but why doing re-
juvenation therapy in children? They already are
young and their bodies also relatively fresher?” Now
the younger one flung over, he said to their moth-
er that, even they were doubtful about this earlier
but the Ayurvedic team showed them solid classical
references from the precious treatises of Ayurveda,
which clearly mentioned about starting Rasayana at
a tender age and not at all in the old age.
“Moreover, rather than immunizing against each
pathogen, isn’t it smarter to think about upgrading
the stamina of the body, so that immune system be-
comes strong enough to recognize and fight against
any kind of a foreign invasion. Though the immuni-
zation against the most prevalent diseases is a must
have.” Their mother was quite impressed that her
children were not simply beating around the bush.
Detoxify Before Rejuvenation?
After a pause, their mother said, “my dear sons I have
heard my father say that any Rasayana Therapy must
be preceded by a detoxification procedure called the
Panchakarma Therapy. What are your plans about
that?” Hearing that the younger son said that though
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such a thing was suggested by one of the experts but
the idea was dropped as it would consume a lot of
time and energy and the scheduled immunity boost-
ing program may not get a mass participation, as
everyone wants things to be simply accessible. This
answer was not welcomed by their mother and she
stressed upon a detoxification before the Rasayana
campaign. Days passed by and the preparations were
going on at faster rates. Both sons asked their mother
to keep calm, and keep herself content at that old age
and thus children in the family were made to spend
more time with their grandma.
Is Something Wrong With Mother?
As days moved on, the elder daughter in-law of the
house started noticing few changes in the behavior
of their beloved mother, and informed her husband.
“These days our mother is busy playing with the kids
and dyeing clothes in different colors.”
Vimal smiled
on hearing this
and said, “Oh!
My dearest
wife, these col-
ors run in our
blood, dyeing
fabrics is our
ancestral pro-
fession. Moth-
er may be just
showing the
basic, manu-
al, tradition-
al methods of
dyeing to the
kids.” She was
not convinced
with the response and requested her husband to stay
back home the next day, just till the noon and to see
for himself.
Is That Actually A Muddy Game ?
The dawn of the next day broke into the Maheshwari
Mansion. As the Sun arose the little party was seen
playing in the backyard of the mansion. Kids happi-
ly playing in mud, which obviously is their univer-
sal favorite. But there was something peculiar. They
were not simply playing. It seemed as if they were
doing something that was already assigned to them.
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Why Dyeing The Muddy Cloth?
One of them would get a white cloth and another
one would wet that piece of cloth in muddy water
and hand it over to their grandma who would spread
it neatly under the sun, when dried, we heard her ask
one of the kids, “Which color do you want?” Then
she took that dirty dried cloth and started dyeing it
blue. This was weird, taking a muddy cloth for dye-
ing ! Then the eldest of the children came to her with
a red cloth, this little soul was irritated and unhap-
py. She said, “Grandma this is for the second time
you are giving me improperly colored cloth. Is this
how Grandpa’s men dye the clothes at our firm? If
so, definitely we are going to be sued.” Witnessing
this much drama was the height of Vimal’s tolerance.
He rushed to the back yard and reassured the child,
“no my child we don’t dye fabrics this way. In fact
our fabrics are world famous for their quality and
vividity.”
The Fire Under
The Ashes !
Turning to his
mother Vimal
asked, “what
for the heav-
en’s sake has
happened to
you? Mother I
know you are
not unaware
about the fun-
damentals of
dyeing, which
is nothing but
the cleanliness
of the cloth
used. No dyeing
would be appropriate if the fabric is not clean. “On
hearing this, she said, “you can’t dye a dirty cloth but
you can do Rasayana Therapy in a dirty body, right?”
Finishing these words as usual she started reciting
some hymn.
Hearing those lyrics entered the younger son Anu-
rag with another person who was a senior Ayurve-
da Consultant and had come along on his request
to clear some doubts regarding the proposed cam-
paign. Hearing their mother’s hymn, the guest asked
Anurag, when you had such a knowledgeable person
in your house, why did you come searching for me
at all? What this wise lady just recited, itself is the
answer to the query you made over the phone.”
By this time the entire house was in the backyard,
hearing the doctor’s words everyone was taken
aback. The head of the family, Vasudev Maheshwari
took few steps towards the guest and introduced
himself. He said, “Sir, this lady about whom you just
commented is my wife. She’s the loving mother of my
three children and my lifetime companion and sorry
for the misconception, she is not a learned person, as
you know education in our generation was not ev-
eryone’s cup of tea, especially for ladies of those days.
Hearing this, the senior doctor said, “what you said
may be right, but with my experience of long years
of teaching and practicing Ayurveda, I doubt your
statement.
Every Truth Shows Itself Some Day !
“Let’s confirm it right now”, came up Vimal backed
by his father too. The doctor asked the wise lady, “Oh!
Respectful lady of the family, can you please explain
what made you to chant those verses in Sanskrit?”.
This question was the next shock to the family. The
eldest daughter in-law of the house came forward
and said, “ was that Sanskrit?, I have heard mother
chant such hymns now and then, but I thought those
were parts of some prayer song she byhearted in her
childhood.”
As the answer to everyone’s quest the lady of the
house started to open up, layer after layer.
^^vfo'kq)s 'kjhjs fg ;qDrks jklk;uks fof/k%A
okthdjks ok efyus oL=zs jX³ bokQy%AA**
^^efyua fg oL=za u jT;rsA**
These are the verses I chanted, which is nothing but
the theoretical representation of the muddy game I
played with my lovely grand children. I appreciate
the initiative of the Rasayana Campaign for our chil-
dren that you are planning for. But I strongly believe
that in today’s situation even the newborn’s body is
impure because of the improper diet and lifestyle of
the mother. These young children who are fed upon
on almost every fancied thing on the earth, except
some real healthy, natural, wholesome diet. How
could we expect the Rasayana to show its real effect
Immunity to Panchakarma
on their bodies and mind when the primary and the
most important step itself is skipped.”
“Moreover this is a first of it’s kind venture and I
think that’s why only, everything should be dealt
with utmost care. Because for a careless mistake of
ours, the entire science of Ayurveda, would have
to pay off. Which has been fighting for ages just to
make it’s presence known. But on the other hand if
we succeed in helping influencing the commonest
men of the country, we can shine like never before in
this era as the entire world sits with eyes fixed on us.”
The Re-Incarnation
Hearing all this, the two sons came running to their
mother and asked, “When did you learn all that
mother? And why didn’t you ever reveal this to us?”
The daughter in-laws came forward and asked, “why
didn’t you ever try to practice the knowledge you
have gained, not doing so, didn’t you walk away from
your Karma?”
Mother was smiling, listening to all her curious chil-
dren, she looked at her companion of life from a
distance and said, “I am sorry that I didn’t mention
about my medical training which I received from my
father right from the first day I remember of my life,
so it was much of life to me, than a profession. And
moreover this is the science of life itself ”. The doctor
nodded his head in favor of the words.
And who says I ran away from my Karma, you may
ask your father, right from the day I entered this
house, to this date I can very confidently say that no
one had to go to a hospital other than for some surgi-
cal emergencies.” At this point everyone in the house
started to flash back their memories. The elder son
said, “Oh! Mother, what I thought was God’s grace,
actually was the result of your work for the people
in the family. My kids have never seen a doctor, only
Grandma's Kadhaas cured them. Oh! God… so
blessed are we.” The younger one also joined him and
said, “those tiny packs of some home remedies that
you sent for us, from time to time were real medi-
cines ???, Oh! Mother, you are the ultimate. Let’s re-
design the program, what do you say doctor?” He
enquired turning to the senior physician.
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Operation Rasayana Reloaded !!!
So, everything was scrutinized again and a detoxifi-
cation schedule prior to the Rasayana Therapy was
planned. Before letting all the volunteers know this
the brothers discussed the entire strategy with their
mother.
What is Panchakarma?
Anurag asked his mother to explain little more about
the detoxification of body. Hearing this, their moth-
er asked them, “have you heard of Panchakarma?”
Anurag answered, “yes mother it is some kind of a
relaxation massage etc. and is quite famous globally,
especially the Panchakarma of Kerala.” Mother said,
“This is the most serious problem, that things are
wrongly grasped among the people.”
She continued, “Panchakarma is actually a purifica-
tory therapy. It cleanses the body of the morbid dosas
called the Vata, Pitta and Kapha. It is a combination
of 5 procedures called – Vamana – Induced Thera-
peutic Vomiting , Virechana – Induced Therapeutic
Diarrhea, Vasti – Therapeutic Enema, Nasya – Ther-
apeutic removal of dosas from the head by instilling
medicines through the nostril, Raktha moksha –
Therapeutic Letting of Blood.”
“There is no place for the oil massage, as you said
among the Panchakarma. Oil massage and induced
sweating, using steaming techniques are just the
pre-requisite steps of Panchakarma, and not at all the
main procedure.”
Is Panchakarma Done In Children?
“Why not? The Ayurvedic classics explain that the
procedure of Vamana is performed as the very first
procedure in the neonate immediately after birth, to
prevent any further complication like pneumonia
that may arise due to aspiration of the fluid in the
womb of the mother. The great sage Kasyapa, who
is the classical pediatrician, in his treatise called the
Kasyapa Samhita has clearly explained about the
various times and conditions where Panchakarma
is performed in children of different ages depending
of the strength of their body and the strength of the
disease. And Ayurvedic pediatricians do practice it.”
“Vimal, do you remember once when your daughter
Gayatri had some kind of an itchy, oozy skin disease
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on her scalp and she vomited out all the milk that I
made her drink early in the morning. And, you were
so irritated that why I gave her so much of milk for
the first time, that too so early in the morning. But,
dear son, do you remember, it’s been 4-5 years now,
but she hasn’t suffered from it ever again. That is the
highlight of Panchakarma. It can uproot the total
disease from the body. And in case of Gayatri, It is
an induces vomiting. As a little child she used to suf-
fer from those skin disorders now and then, also she
had that cough and chest congestions all the time.
That’s why I planned to conduct a Vamana – induced
vomiting, for her. That jaggery paste with some herbs
that I prepared for her after that vomiting episode,
which she loved so much to have every day, for al-
most a month, was nothing but the Rasayana. Now
you realize, why the detoxification is so important?
Your daughter itself is the best example.”
Hearing this Vimal’s wife said, “Mother is right that
lickable was very effective for Gayatri, as she has
EMPOWER KIDS WITH YOGA
never got back those respiratory and skin complaints Children are the world’s most valuable resource and How Yoga helps in Emotional health of kids?
again. Oh! Mother, you are the true divine healer for the best hope for future. As we all know, the initial • Improve concentration
our family, actually next to God.” years are the building blocks for a better future .But • Relieve stress and anxiety
in this modern era, Childhood has been transformed • Helps in emotional development
The Happy Ending And A New Beginning! to a pressure cooker. The over burden of studies, lack • Teach them self acceptance
• The entire campaign was redesigned and execut- of parents attention, increased screen time are creat- • Improve memory & thereby improves academic
ed as Panchakarma and Rasayana Therapy. ing emotional as well as physical difficulties among performance
• The participation was much massive than the ex- children. So for ensuring a better future, we need to • Boost confidence
pected. ensure proper physical and emotional development • Teach them patience
• The review and follow up was well organized and of kids. Now, how do we do that?
patient friendly. Role of Yoga in physical development of kids:
• Future ventures were on the cards. Yoga is the answer that helps in achieving both aims. • Improve their flexibility
• The Mother of the house now had an official • Improve immunity
chamber in the Charity Hospital, with a sign When to start? • Strengthen digestive system
board – ‘Vaidya Ayushmati Maheshwari, Chair- The age, when they start to understand the instruc- • Promotes physical strength
person’, which was a gift from the legend, Va- tions given by a yoga expert is the best suitable age. • Improves coordination and balance
sudev Maheshwari to his wife. As early as 4years, yoga can be introduced to kids. • Improve motor skills
• The chamber always remained empty as, the During the preschool time, children are more curi- • Improves posture
mother Ayushmati was always busy in putting ous to learn a new thing. It can be introduced as a • Strengthen respiratory system
together her home. fun activity to the kids. At the age of 4years, when
• But one change that had happened was that, the they enter the school phase, children often find it SIMPLE YOGA POSTURES FOR KIDS:
Maheshwari Mansion was now the second home difficult to sit in class; they are restless, not able to 1. Vrkshasana-The tree pose
to many young, enthusiastic, passionate torch concentrate. Here Yoga can play a major role in up-
bearers of the Divine Science called Ayurveda. lifting his confidence, patience and making the child
Dr SHRUTHI SREEDHARAN physically active.
M.D. Scholar,
Department of Panchakarma, Amrita As the saying goes, Early, the better.
School of Ayurveda, Kerala
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In this posture, child is made to stand in one leg and
fold the other leg and place the feet over the thigh of
the leg used to balance the weight of the body. Both
hands joined together to form namaskara mudra.
Child slowly learns to balance himself. This asana
improves his concentration, focus and gross motor
skills.
2. Padahastasana
Child has to slowly raise both hands sideways and
extend it above his head. Then slowly bend his body
and try to catch his toes using fingers.
This posture helps in strengthening their thigh mus-
cles, improves posture and balance. By regular prac-
tice body of the child becomes flexible and strong.
3. Balasana
Let the child sit on their heels. Slowly place both
palms on the ground between thigh and extend both
hands forward and let the forehead of the child touch
the ground.
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This posture stretches hip, thighs and ankles. This
asana also improves blood circulation and calms the
brain.
4. Paschimothanasana
It is a seated forward bending asana.The child has
to slowly raise both arms sideways and then extend
it above head. Then slowly bend his body and try to
catch his toes.
This posture strengthens the entire spine. It also
helps in improving their appetite.
5. Bhujangasana-Cobra pose
Child has to lie down in prone posture, extending
the both arms forward. Then slowly bring both arms
near chest region and slowly lift upper part of body.
This posture can be done after continuous sitting in
online classes, thereby helps to relieve stress from
spine. It also improves digestion.
BREATHING EXERCISES:
Breathing exercises or pranayama plays an inevitable
role in physical as well as emotional development of
children.They learns at an early age about mindful
breathing.
1. Bramari pranayama- Make the child sit in a
comfortable posture. Let him close his eyes. He/She
has to inhale(expand chest) and exhale by making
a bee humming sound(mmmm…). Tell the child to
concentrate on the vibrations. 3 rounds can be prac-
ticed.
2. A-U-M Kara chanting- This is a good breath-
ing practice to freshen the kids day. The child has
to inhale through nose and then exhale by opening
mouth, making ‘A’ kara sound. Repeat it 3 times. Then
again inhale and then exhale with ‘U’ Kara sound.
Repeat it 3 times. Then again inhale and then exhale
with ‘M’ Kara sound. Repeat it 3 times. The positive
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vibration produced by this chanting will make child’s
day active, happy and positive.
Duration of yoga practice?
The duration can range from 15minutes to 1 hour
based on the age of child. In preschool age it is better
to limit to 15 minutes. Yoga should not become as
a tiresome activity. The child should enjoy and do
yoga. In between each yogic exercise, proper relax-
ation needs to be given. And At the end of session,
a deep relaxation technique(Shavasana) can be per-
formed.
In short, Yoga should be made as a part of childhood,
as it helps in developing important life skills from an
early age. Yoga brings about positive impact on chil-
dren’s wellbeing and help them succeed in this world.
So Let us together empower kids through yoga and
bring joy and peace in their life ………
As the wise says-Children are natural imitators, gift
them with a practice worthy of imitation.
Dr AYANA R (MD [AyU.])
Asst. Professor,
Shree Swaminarayan Ayurveda
College, Kalol, Gujarat
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Mentally retarded child is not a curse – it’s a Gift
from God
Mentally retarded child is never a curse. They can be
termed to be as a special child. When they get diag-
noses so, parents will be facing many thoughts and
mind of them will be complexed of. Some may ac-
cept the fact, and some may go into depression. But
in actuality, it was the selection of God that they got
a great opportunity and god knows that they are ca-
pable enough to handle such a special child. Nowa-
days many facilities are available to treat them. so, it
is important to diagnose the condition at the earliest
whether it be down’s syndrome or cerebral palsy or
ADHD. My advice to such parents is that; arrange
all the available treatments for them to improve their
quality of life whether it is from Ayurveda, speech
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therapy or even modern medicine too.
Major treatments are available for a special child
We are having 3 projects for the treatment of dif-
ferently-abled children. First is CIMCD, in that we
are integrating treatment with modern medicine,
Ayurveda and speech therapy. Apart from that many
projects are also been running with the Government
of India specially AYUCALM, in which we mainly
focus on immunity development and also for autistic
children. Agasthya is another program exclusively
for autism in which we offer training for parents and
also we teach them to do therapies in their autistic
children especially we train them to do speech ther-
apy, Ayurveda therapies etc. We are also conducting
genome research in collaboration with the govern-
ment of India. In that, we developed Gut Therapy
Protocol in the management of autism and the re-
sults are yet to be published. We are offering 7 days
free training to parents of autistic children.
What is autism?
Autism is a way of thought developed in a child’s
mind. It's just opposite to that of socialism. An autis-
tic child will be in their own world, without having
any connections with the social world and it’s cur-
able by medicines and therapy.
Many at times, it’s hard to diagnose the condition.
Up to 2.5 yrs, it will be very difficult to diagnose the
condition. The child won’t speak much, doesn’t in-
teract with anyone, and will always be busy in their
own world created by them. When the parents get
noticed with this, it is important to get an advice
from a clinical Psychologist.
ADHD–Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Syndrome
Attention Deficit Disorder is a hype created by over
caring parents. An overactive kid should not be that
much disciplined to his parents they may ask ques-
tions, they may be disobedient as every child is differ-
ent, but the parents may consider the child as atten-
tion-seeking. But when this defence gets increased,
it becomes unmanageable and it can be diagnosed
as ADHD. In this condition, a doctor not only has
to give Ayurveda medicines but also, has to manage
the child’s parents, his environment and then only
we can develop a better quality of life for them.
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Usually, ADHD will get diagnosed by 4-5 years. If Golden words from an Apoorva Vaidya – a mes- that pathway. So it’s my advice to them that choose
the parents are supportive then it can be treated by sage note to students. a systematic way of research and publish Ayurve-
the next 4 years. Ayurveda is heavily loaded with knowledge and stu- da globally. It’s not a chance, but a surety, that each
dents are a bit confused with the right pathway to Ayurveda doctor is capable of getting a Nobel prize
Music therapy in Childcare choose. It’s not about the pathway we are taking, its in future.
Music therapy is a complicated system of treatment matters about the development we achieved from
based on chakras. We have to set ragas according to
the chakras. So we just simplified this complex ther-
apy. Music is a sound, which varies from the mood
and situation. Sound from a factory can create ir-
ritation whereas a lullaby makes a person to sleep.
The same thing we are doing here, for example, an
ADHD child, any type of soft music with lullabies
were preferable not any disco type of songs.
We can classify music into two, one is vatapitta sa-
mana which can be given for ADHD conditions and
another is vatakapha samana which can be given for
mental retardation, intellectual development disabil-
ity like conditions.
Importance of Pre-conception Care
Western culture is not a thing to be blamed of for
developmental disorders in children. Every country
has got with different cultures. It’s not necessary to
blame any particular culture of a country. It depends
on satmya (adaptability). When we are adapting any
other culture which is not adaptable to us, then it re-
sults in diseases. Another thing is that when we are
planning for a baby we are not doing any purifica-
tion or preparation of our body which is so essential
to do. This way of preparing the body is termed to
be as preconception care. In Ayurveda, we are cus-
tomizing preconception care according to the indi-
vidualized need of couple and depend on their body
conditions.
Effect of COVID in kids
We are having one project – Vengara model for
covid. An unnecessary hype has been created in
covid. Comparing to the crude death rates of previ-
ous years, in actual the death rates has been reduced
this year. Like any other diseases, covid is also infec-
tious. To prevent that, it is not necessary to confine
ourselves in. Just we need to improve our immunity
by good food, good thoughts, meditation etc. For so-
cial hygiene, we can practice handwashing, wearing
mask etc.
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KID’S SPECIAL GREEN DOSA
Children will always be attracted with the color.
Many at times, they don’t like to see leaves in dosa.
So for them, we can prepare moringa dosa in anoth-
er way with the same ingredients.
Other ingredients are:
• Ghee - 2 teaspoon
• Cumin seed - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garlic - 2to 3 piece
Preparation:
• Take a pan and heat the ghee on medium flame
• Add some ghee and sauté cumin seeds, black
pepper and finely chopped garlic for some time.
• After that, add cleaned drumstick leaves and sau-
te for another couple of minutes
• Allow the mixture to cool down completely
• Grind the cooled mixture into a smooth paste
along with less quantity of water.
• Add this mixture into the dosa batter (batter is
the same as mentioned in millet drumstick dosa)
and mix it well.
• Greece the tava(pan) with ghee and spread that
batter on it.
• Drizzle some ghee around the dosa. And cook
for 1 or 2 minutes
• Turn it on the other side and cook it for few more
seconds
• Here are crispy Green dosa are ready!
ABOUT MORINGA LEAVES-
f'kxzq in Ayurveda:
• It balances Vata and Kapha dosa as leaves have
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ushna (hot) properties, stimulate the digestive improving immunity • Urad dal when mixed with ghee provides instant
fire, checks intestinal worms (krimi), and pro- • Urad dal (black gram)- the only pulse that has energy and provides ample amounts of vitamin
mote digestion. more than 10 times of phosphorous than any A and vitamin E.
• Leaves are very effective in bronchitis, fever, in- other pulse and the unique type of protein pres-
flammation of mucus membrane, eye, and ear ent in black grams strengthen muscle fibers. “Persons who have high uric acid should not use
infections • It is a Nutritive, bulk enhancer, diuretic, aphrodi- more quantity of black gram into this dosa because
• Leaves reduced risk of heart disease siac, and pacifies Vata. it can stimulate the calcification stones in the kid-
• It reduces high blood pressure levels in the body ney.”
• It is good for arthritis as it reduces joint pain. According to Modern Science: • Millet dosa is the perfect food for Type 1 diabetic
• Urad Dal or black gram is low on the glycemic patients and celiac patients since it is completely
According to Modern Science: index at 43. Gluten-free. (Celiac disease is a digestive and au-
• The leaves are rich in Vitamin C almost 7 times • Being rich in fiber, aids in the slow absorption toimmune disorder that can damage your small
richer than oranges and 15 times more potassi- of nutrients into the blood and slows down the intestine.
um than bananas it's also packed with antioxi- release of blood glucose. • Celiac disease can be triggered by a protein called
dants, that can protect cells from damage and • As it has a good proportion of potassium, it pre- gluten.
boost our immune system. vents the constriction of blood vessels and con- • Gluten is found in grains, like wheat, barley, and
• One cup of fresh, chopped leaves (21 grams) trols high blood pressure. rye).
contains : • For every 30 grams of raw black gram, there are
• 2 grams of protein, 19% of the RDA of Vitamin 7.4 grams of protein, 100 calories, and 3.5 grams TIP - With this batter, we can make idli and ut-
B6, 11% of the RDA of Iron, 11% of the RDA of of fiber. tapam as well.
Riboflavin (B2),9% of the RDA of Vitamin A,
• 8% of the RDA of Magnesium
• (RDA - Recommended dietary allowance).
About Finger Millets:
• Finger millet is full of dietary fiber, which helps
to control the “bad” cholesterol that can contrib-
ute to heart diseases like atherosclerosis.
• Finger millet has a "Low glycemic index". That
means that it has lower levels of simple sugars
and higher levels of complex carbohydrates. So
as a result it can manage blood sugar levels.
• A quarter-cup serving millet contains: 6 grams
of protein, 2 grams of fat, 36 grams of Carbo-
hydrates, 4 grams of Fiber, Less than 1 gram of
Sugar.
• Millets specifically Ragi and the use of Fenugreek
seed increase the production of breast milk in
feeding mothers.
“People with thyroid problems need to restrict their
consumption of millet due to goitrogen - A sub-
stance that interferes with the production of thyroid
hormones. ”
ABOUT BLACK GRAM-
ek"k (black gram) in Ayurveda:
• It is highly recommended for gaining weight and
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 Disease Column by Expert Disease Column by Expert
Disc Prolapse at one level, impinging/irritating the nerve root on

NOT ALL NECK PAINS ARE This is a condition where the outer layer called the
annulus fibrosis cracks and the soft interior of the
disc starts protruding through the outer layer. When
both sides. If peripheral radiation of pain, weakness,
or pins and needle are present, the location of the
pain will follow back to the concerned affected nerve

INCURABLE – HAVE A WAY this happens, the prolapsed part of the disc tends to
touch on the adjoining nerves and it’s at this point
that you start experiencing pain and other associated
root.

Characteristics/Clinical Presentation
THROUGH AYURVEDA symptoms. Typical Dermatomal Pattern of the Upper Limb
Typical symptoms of cervical radiculopathy are:
Disc Extrusion • Irradiating arm pain corresponding to a derma-
The term Spondylosis is used to signify deteriorating changes in
At this point, some part of the protruded nucleus tomal pattern,
the intervertebral discs. Cervical spondylosis is a condi-
pulposus starts to push out through the outer part of • Neck pain, paraesthesia,
tion that happens due to degeneration of the discs in
the disc and gets detached. • Muscle weakness in a myotomal pattern,
the cervical region and such changes in the lumbar
• Reflex impairment/loss,
region cause lumbar spondylosis. IVDP is defined
Disc Sequestration • Headaches, scapular pain,
as intervertebral disc prolapse which occurs due to
In this stage, the free fragment of the nucleus pulpo- • Sensory and motor dysfunction in upper ex-
improper postures, trauma, and degeneration.
sus (the innermost part of the disc) manages to get tremities and neck
within the spinal canal.
The frequency of these conditions is growing at an
Upper limb movements that are affected:
alarming rate particularly among people working with
Who gets slipped disc? • C1/C2- Neck flexion/extension
computers and those who are having sedentary jobs. Indi-
Doctors have pinned age as a factor in many of the • C3- Neck lateral flexion
viduals with cervical spondylosis will have pain and numb-
cases. In addition, smokers are also more likely to get • C4- Shoulder elevation
ness in the neck and arm in variable intensities. Low back
slipped discs because smoking makes the discs lose • C5- Shoulder abduction
pain is the common appearance of lumbar spondylosis.
their natural flexibility. Furthermore, overweight • C6- Elbow flexion/wrist extension
IVDP causes stiffness and pain in the low back region
people are also more likely to suffer from a slipped • C7- Elbow extension/wrist flexion
that radiates pain and numbness in the leg. These
disc because their discs have to support extra weight • C8- Thumb extension
conditions, if continued causes severe disability
than they can handle. • T1- Finger abduction
to such an extent that the individual will have
to change his profession many times.
We can classify this under two major divisions
2. LUMBAGO-SCIATICA
A prolapsed intervertebral disc is also identi-
1. CERVICAL RADICULOPATHY Sciatica and Disc Prolapse - Sciatica is a pain in the
fied as a slipped disc. Here, there would be a
Cervical radiculopathy is a disease process marked leg caused by compression and/or irritation of one of
bulging out of the inner part of the disc. This is
by nerve compression from herniated disk material five nerve roots that are branches of the sciatic nerve.
a condition that affects the spine in which there is a tear
or arthritic bone spurs. This impingement typically The pain is felt in the lower back, buttock, and/or
in the outer fibrous ring of an intervertebral disc allowing
produces neck and radiating arm pain or numbness, various parts of the leg and foot. In addition to pain,
the soft central portion to bulge.
sensory deficits, or motor dysfunction in the neck there may be numbness, muscular weakness, and
and upper extremities. difficulty in moving or controlling the leg. Typically,
The intervertebral discs are present between the verte-
the symptoms are only felt on one side of the body.
bral bodies of the spine. The discs would be rubber or
Cervical radiculopathy occurs with pathologies that
jelly-like and they act like cushions to the spine when it
cause symptoms on the nerve roots. Those can be Causes of sciatica - Sciatica is generally caused by
bends. The discs consist of gelatinous inner nucleus pul-
compression, irritation, traction, and a lesion on the the compression of a lumbar spine nerve root L4
posus and strong outer annulus fibrosus.
nerve root caused by either a herniated disc, foram- or L5 or sacral nerve roots S1, S2, or S3, or far less
inal narrowing, or degenerative spondylitic change commonly, by compression of the sciatic nerve itself.
Stages of Disc prolapse
(Osteoarthritic changed or degeneration) leading to Sciatica may also be experienced in late pregnancy,
Disc Dehydration
stenosis of the intervertebral foramen. primarily resulting from the uterus pressing on the
This is the stage where the outer layer of the disc weak-
sciatic nerve, and, secondarily, from the muscular
ens and the fibers around the disc become loose. This
Most of the time cervical radiculopathy appears uni- tension and/or vertebral compression consequent to
leads to flattening of the disc with loss of height and in-
laterally; however, it is possible for bilateral symp- carrying the extra weight of the fetus, and the pos-
crease of diameter. This is called a bulge.
toms to be present if severe bony spurs are present tural changes inherent to pregnancy.

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 Disease Column by Expert Disease Column by Expert
Characteristics/Clinical Presentation Treatment for Slipped Disc • Strengthening the region (Rasayana) suggestion, a powerful technique of treatment by
Nerve Root Dermatomal Myotomal Myotomal A slipped disc treatment is mainly targeted at reliev- mental visualization. Therefore, three suggestions
Area Area Area ing the symptoms associated and prevention further Now a days many Ayurveda hospitals integrate phys- are relaxation, meditation, and autosuggestion.
L1 Inguinal Hip Flexors recurrence. iotherapy and yoga thereby helps to provide a com-
Region
prehensive healing for patients suffering from disc Pranamayakosa - is stimulation of prana by prac-
L2 Anterior Mid- Hip Flexors
Thigh
Treatment for Slipped Disc in Contemporary prolapse. ticing pranayama and certain other techniques of
L3 Distal Anterior Hip Flexors Diminished or
Medicine (Allopathic Treatment) Yoga through which all the diseases will be cured.
Thigh and Knee Absent Patellar To relieve the symptoms of this problem, conven- The treatment given by Ayurveda protocol provides Reiki practice, pranic healing, etc, based on the pra-
Extensors Reflex tional treatment comprises of using pain killers or a unique advantage to patients. These treatments na force inside the body are different techniques to
L4 Medial Lower Ankle Dorsi- Diminished or traction. These treatments are not always successful help the patients avoid surgery, are safe and effective stimulate prana. The lumbar region which is directly
Leg/Foot Knee Flexors Absent Patellar
Extensors Reflex
and the user might need to undergo invasive proce- for the patient, and are natural and holistic. In addi- connected with manipuarkacakra, and the cervical
L5 Lateral Leg/ Ankle Plantar Diminished or
dures like epidural injections to help avoid further tion, through these treatments, a patient can avoid area connected with visuddhicakra are stimulated
Foot Hallux Flexors Absent Achil- complications. If it is not responding to any inter- the chance of a recurrence of the condition. with certain techniques to cure diseases like IVDP
Extension les Reflex ventions, spinal surgery can be done to remove the and degeneration of spine.
S1 Lateral Side of Ankle Plantar Diminished or protruding disc, or to increase the space for the Importance of yoga
the Foot Flexors and Absent Achil-
Evertors les Reflex
emerging nerve with or without fusion of the verte- Yoga is not an exercise. Yoga is an approach to a per- Vijnanamayakosa - Practice of right sitting and ly-
brae is recommended. fect body and a perfect mind, and it relates to the ing postures to support muscles around the spine are
Causes of Slip discs five koshas of the human body. The first being for necessary for the health of the spine. Lakhubhujang-
• Aging Ayurvedic Treatment for Slip Disc: the attainment of bliss i.e, Samadhi, other four Kosas sana, Sarpasana, Makarasana, Dhanurasana, kand-
• Smoking Ayurveda offers a very tangible alternative that are Annamayakosa, Manomayakosa, Pranamayako- harasana, marjarasana, vyaghrasana and salabhasa-
• Obesity works in almost any case of a prolapsed or slipped sa and Vijnanamayakosa. na are recommended.
• Physically demanding jobs such as lifting heavy- disc. Ayurvedic medications comprising of herbal
weights decoctions, tablets, capsules and oils for external ap- Annamayakosa – meant the Physique and yoga Disc prolapse has got better treatment options in
plication are very effective in providing relief in pa- therapy for this kosa are (1) Food regulation or Na- Ayurveda, which alleviates the need for surgery and
Symptoms of Slipped Discs tients with mild to moderate problems. Persons with turopathy, where intake of only raw vegetable, juice, improves the quality of life. Our experience of over
The symptoms are based on the location of the disc chronic problems and those with the severe intensity mixed vegetable juice along with the juice of karuka 1000 years and time tested medication makes us the
affected. of symptoms would require Ayurvedic therapies like (Cynodon dactylon) grass which is good for nervous best at offering the services required to effectively
Abhyanga (Medicated Oil applications and massag- system are advised; and (2) Yogasana with correct heal. The treatment offered is time-tested, safe and
Symptoms of Slipped Disc in the Neck es), Swedana (Sudation therapy), Shodana therapies body postures while sitting/resting are advised. effective. The treatment is natural and holistic which
• Pain in the neck, shoulders, arms in one side of (detoxification) using Vasthi in the case of back pain retards the chances of recurrence. Let the patients
the neck related problems, and Nasyam in the case of neck re- Manomayakosa - According to manomayakosha, walk out with renewed confidence in life.
• Numbness in part of the hand lated problems. These therapies are used to heal the (1) Mind plays an important role in the occurrence
• Pain that goes all the way to the hands nerves affected by the herniated disc and to relieve of the diseases which the modern medicine terms
• Worsening of pain at night the muscular spasm as well. psychosomatic diseases. It is estimated about 85% of
• Muscle weakness in the hands modern diseases are psychic. In this case, patients
• A sensation of aching, burning in the affected Detoxification, that helps in reducing inflammation are advised to practice savasana and yoganidra in
area (Pittahara), healing of the damaged disc (mam- order to achieve relaxation leading to lessening the Dr NAVEEN VARGHESE (BAMS, MD, CGO, CSD)
sa bhagna), to reduce pain (vedanahara), and to muscular spasm in the spinal column of the patient. Specialist Medical Officer, Punarnava Project for
Symptoms of Slipped Disc in the back strengthen the region (Rasayana). (2) Meditation is the solution for all psychosomatic Rehabilitation of Stroke & it’s Management,
• Pain and numbness on one side of the back. diseases. The right meditation for this is cittavrit- Government Ayurveda District Hospital, Kottayam,
• Pain that goes all the way to the legs Other modalities also include tinirodha for attainment of dhyana; and (3) Auto- Kerala.
• Worsening of pain at night • External therapies & internal medications
• Worsening of pain while standing or sitting • Panchakarma,
• Pain while walking for short distances • Advice of lifestyles and food changes
• Muscle weakness • Panchakarma Basti, Virechana, and Nasya
• A sensation of aching, burning in the affected • External PPS, Abhyanga, Kashaya Seka, SSPS,
area Lepa, kati basti
• Internal Reducing inflammation (Pittahara)
• Healing of the damaged disc (mamsa bhagna)
• Reducing the pain (vedanahara)
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 Women's Health Care : Antenatal Care
ANTENATAL CARE IN AYURVEDA
(GARBHINI PARICHARYA)
Pregnancy is the most important part of a woman’s
life. According to WHO, Antenatal care is the rou-
tine health control of presumed healthy pregnant
women without symptoms ( screening ) in order to
diagnose diseases or complicating obstetric condi-
tions without symptoms and to provide information
about lifestyle, pregnancy and delivery.
Ayurveda literature has described about Garbhinipa-
richarya including month-wise dietary regimen for
pregnant women and its effects, Deities and mode
of life to be avoided during pregnancy, the effect of
the use of contraindicated things by pregnant wom-
en. Garbhastapaka drugs i.e., drugs beneficial for the
maintenance of pregnancy and so on.
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IMPORTANCE
Antenatal care helps to reduce the risk during preg-
nancy and increase the chance of safe normal deliv-
ery. Garbhiniparicharya provides the need for the
growing foetus, the maintenance of maternal health,
the strength and vitality required for labour and for
successful lactation. Inadequate care during this
time breaks a critical link in the continuum of care
and affects both women and babies.
Acharyas had described dietary regimens to meet
increased calorie requirements of pregnant women,
Behaviour alteration helps to enhance spirituality,
medications and procedures to avoid complications
during pregnancy and delivery.
GARBHINI PARICHARYA
According to Acharya Susrutha, Women from the
very first day of pregnancy should remain in the
high spirit, pious, decorated with ornaments, wear
clean white garments and perform religious rites, do
auspicious deeds, worship deities, Brahmanas and
priests. Her sleeping and sitting should cover with
a soft cushion or mattress, not be very high, possess
an elevated upper portion for headrest and should
be perfect and very comfortable. She should use pal-
atable liquid sweet and unctuous substances treated
with appetizing things. This mode of life should be
continued till delivery.
For bathing purposes, the cold decoction of the pulp
of bilva, karpasa, petals of a rose, agnimandha, jata-
mansi. Pounded leaves of eranda should be used or
water prepared with sarvagandhadurgs can be used.
Also, it is advised to wear an amulet made of trivrit
in her waist.
MONTHWISE DIETARY REGIMEN
Month wise dietary regimen according to different
acharyas are compiled here.
Month 1
Cold milk or processed milk, wholesome food with
sweet, cold and liquid nature. Yastimadhu( Glycyr-
rhiza glabra ) or Parushaka ( Grevia Alssiatica ) with
navaneeta ( Butter ) with sweet milk as an adjuvant.
Month 2
Milk processed with sweet drugs, food which is sweet
cold and liquid in nature or milk processed with ka-
koli ( Roscoe purpura)
Month 3
Milk processed with honey and ghee, milk processed
with madhuraoushadha and sweet, liquid cold food
is advised.
Use of Krishara(something like khichadi i.e. rice – 1
part, green pea / black gram/sesame 4 parts water,
salt ginger hing etc to taste ) is advised.
Month 4
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Use of milk and butter, processed rice, rice processed
with curd and milk. Meat processed with butter
which is delicious can be used.
Month 5
Use of milk and ghee, Shashtika rice cooked with
milk. Meat processed with milk and ghee which is
delicious can be used.
Month 6
Milk and ghee are processed with sweet drugs. Ghee
is processed with gokshura (tribulus terrestris ) as
well as curd with sweet drugs.
Month 7
Milk and ghee processed with sweet drugs. Ghee
processed with vidarigandadi group of drugs use of
ghrithakhanda( solid portion of ghee) is advisable.
Month 8
Rice processed with milk and water and ghee. Do as-
tapanavasti( decoction enema ) followed by anuvasa-
naVasti ( oil enema ) can also be done.
Month 9
Unctuous yavagus ( preparation with rice and water)
meat of jangala desa animals can be advised till de-
livery.
AnuvasanaVasti with madhuraoushadhasiddha thai-
la and the use of pichus in yoni can be done for easy
delivery.
By analysing these month-wise dietetics, it is clear
that this has been explained to meet the time to time
need of pregnant women for maintaining her health,
contributing to foetal development according to its
need and helping her for uncomplicated timely la-
bour. The mother’s food habits and nutritional status
before conception as well as during pregnancy influ-
ence the outcome of pregnancy.
In short, the diet for a pregnant lady should be sweet
potency, cold, nourishing, wholesome and laxative.
When drugs with sweet potency are used it is whole,
it increases all the dhatus nourishing, gives stability,
good for sense organs, energy-giving etc.
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 Women's Health Care : Antenatal Care
Milk is advised from the first month onwards, it is
having a sweet taste, it is unctuous, it reduces vata
and pitta, it is aphrodisiac, heavy improves the pro-
duction of breast milk etc.
Ghee and butter are advised in several months, it is
good for improving intellect, digestive fire improves
fertility, reduce Vata and pitta have cold potency.
Use of gokshuraghritha is advised in the 6th month.
It is having diuretic action as well as helps in the pre-
vention of high blood pressure and reduce oedema
in pregnancy.
Medicated enema is advised from the 8th month,
which pacifies Vata dosha, removes constipation and
also promotes normal vaginal delivery.
The use of meat of jangala desha animals is explained
in the 5th and 9th month of pregnancy. Around the
5th month the foetal weight gain starts and muscles
are developed so more nourishing food is required.
Similarly at the last stage of pregnancy meat is ad-
vised to get the strength to the mothers to withstand
the whole process of labour.
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Yonipichus( use of cotton wick dipped in oil in the
vagina ) with oil prepared with sweet drugs is ex-
plained in 9th month is for making the vagina and
cervix soft to facilitate normal vaginal delivery.
CONCLUSION
The importance of antenatal care is to monitor preg-
nancy, reduce risk during pregnancy and identify any
problems before they get worsened. When following
the diets and regimen of Ayurveda in pregnancy, the
chance of getting a healthy baby through normal
delivery is very high. Because all dietary needs of
mother and foetus according to month is covered as
well as the therapeutic procedures and medicines to
be taken in normal pregnant women to prevent com-
plication and to ensure a normal vaginal delivery is
explained in detail. even though pregnancy and de-
livery is not a disease but only a physiological pro-
cess, garbhinicharya is very helpful to get a healthy
child with a healthy mother and proper lactation.
Dr ATHULYA K.R. (M.S [Ayu])
Assistant Professor, Department of
Prasooti Tantra and Striroga, Dhan-
wantari Ayurveda Medical College,
Koydam, Gujarat
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gkfudkjd gksrk gSA blls Ropk jksx tSlh chekfj;ka gks ldrh
ds jl] lfCt;ksa dk lwi ] pkoy&ewax dk ikuh ;k pkoy mcyrs gSA ^feYd&'ksd^ ipu ds fy, Hkh Hkkjh gksrk gSA lsc tSls Qy
oä mlds Åij dk ikuh ,sls inkFkZ tks ipu ds fy, gYds gSa ;g Hkh ipu ds fy;s Hkkjh gksrs gS] blds fy, og dqdj esa idk ds
10&15 fnuksa ds varj esa nsus dh 'kq#vkr djuh pkfg,A mnkgj.k ysus pkfg, vkSj fQj mldk jl fudkydj Nyuh esa ls Nkuuk
ds rkSj ij le> yks igys 10 & 15 fnu vxj flQZ [khj nh gS] rks pkfg,A ;g 1 Qy dk jl flQZ nks& rhu pEep gh ,d ckj esa
mlds ckn 10&15 fnu flQZ Qyksa ds jl nsus pkfg,] mlds ckn nsuk pkfg,A vktdy cPpksa dks dsys T;knk ek=k esa f[kyk, tkrs
10&15 fnuksa rd lfCt;ksa ds lwi nsus 'kq: djus pkfg,A 'kq#vkr gSa ij ;kn j[ksa ckfj'k ds fnuksa esa cPpksa dks dHkh Hkh ^dsyk^ uk nsA
esa fnu esa ls flQZ ,d ckj Åij dk [kkuk ckyd dks nsuk pkfg,A
ckyd dks ml [kkus dh vknr gksus ds ckn] fnu esa nks ckj Hkh ge
;g [kkuk ns ldrs gSaA ckyd dks tks vUu inkFkZ ge [kkus ds fy,
nsrs gSa og irys gksus pkfg,] mlesa dksbZ NksVs VqdM+s ;k nkuk uk
jgs vkSj ;g [kkuk T;knk xeZ ;k fQj cgqr T;knk BaMk Hkh uk jgsA
vxj dksbZ inkFkZ ckyd dks ugha vPNk yxk ,slk le> esa vkrk gS
rks mls tcjnLrh og inkFkZ uk f[kyk,aA dqN fnuksa ds ckn fQj
ls ,d ckj ;g ukilan vUu inkFkZ nsus dk ç;kl djsaA ckyd dh
ftOgk ;g lc inkFkZ igyh ckj gh Lokn ys jgh gksrh gSa blfy,
u, inkFkZ gks ;k fQj mudk Lokn ukilan gks ldrk gSA blh
ds fy, gesa Åij ds inkFkksaZ dk Lokn dks vPNk yxs] ilan vk,
,slk gh vUu f[kykuk pkfg,A cPps ds fy, dkSulk Hkh u;k inkFkZ
'kq#vkr esa ns jgs gksrs gks rc ued vkSj 'kDdj FkksM+h de gh
j[kksA vktdy rhljs & pkSFks eghus esa gh cktkj esa ckyd ds fy,
jsMhesM iSDM QwM feyrk gSA ;g cktkj dk [kkuk cPps ds ipu blls mUgsa lnhZ tqdke gks ldrk gSaA
ds fy, vklku ugha gksrk gSA isV lkQ ugha gksuk] xSlsl gksuk ;g lfCt;ksa dk lwi% díw ]ikyd ]xktj ]Hkksiyk buesa ls ,d ;k nks
cPpksa dks ckgj dk iSdM QwM [kkus ds ckn gks ldrk gSaA blfy, lfCt;ka ikuh esa mcky dj ys] fQj Nyuh esa Nkudj mlesa Lokn
;g ckgj dk [kkuk uk nsuk gh csgrj gksxkA ds fy, ued vkSj 'kDdj Mkfy,A FkksM+k lk thjk vkSj vtokbu
mlesa Mkys vkSj ?kj esa cuk;k gqvk rktk ?kh ƒ pEep MkysA bl
[khj% pkoy] [kl[kl] ukpuh] lwth bu lc dh [khj cPpksa ds rjg cuk;k gqvk lfCt;ksa dk lwi vk/kh dVksjh cPpksa dks nsuk
fy, fgrdj gSA lkekU;r% vk/kh ;k ,d pkSFkkbZ NksVh dVksjh [khj pkfg,A
cPpksa dks nsuh pkfg,A
pkoy&ewax dk ikuh% pkoy vkSj ewax ,d lkFk feykdj mckys
vkSj mlesa pkoy ds çek.k esa vkB ckj vf/kd ikuh Mkysa Amlesa
FkksMk thjk vkSj ?kh MkysaA ued vkSj 'kDdj Loknkuqlkj MkysA vk/
kh dVksjh ;g mcyk gqvk ikuh nhft,A blesa vki pkgsa rks dksbZ
Qyksa ds jl% vukj] lsc] larjk] ekslach] vaxwj] ve#n bu Qyksa
dk rktk jl cPpksa dks ns ldrs gSA Qy ges'kk rkts vkSj ehBs
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lCth Hkh Mky ldrs gSa mcyrs oäA
cPpk tc 1 lky dk gksrk gS rks vkgkj esa fyfDoM eryc æo va'k
de djuk pfg,A pkoy vkSj ewax dk ikuh eryc ist dks FkksM+k
lk vkSj T;knk xk<+k cukdj f[kyk,aA ikuh de vkSj pkoy vkSj
ewax T;knk ,sls çek.k esa cuk dj mldh f[kpM+h ;k fQj feDlj
esa ls fudky dj ns ldrs gSaA flQZ Qyksa ds jl ds vykok mcys
gq, lsc] ve:n] iibZ ds vanj dk idk gqvk tks Qy gS& ^ÝwV
iYi^ f[kyk ldrs gSaA
xehZ ds fnuksa esa ,d pkSFkkbZ dsyk LeS'k djds ns ldrs gSaA dsys dh
otg ls lnhZ gks ldrh gS blfy, ml esa f[kykrs oä FkksM+k e/kq
Mkyuk pkfg,A 1 lky ds ckn ckyd dks FkksM+h jksVh Hkh f[kykuh
pkfg,A exj jksVh nky esa ckjhd VqdM+s dh gqbZ ;k fQj feDlj
esa ls fudkyh gqbZ gksuh pkfg,A jksVh] nky mlesa gh FkksM+k xktj]
chV] vkyw ] ikyd] esFkh] fHkaMh] díw oxSjg lfCt;ka feyk dj ns
ldrs gSaA lfCt;ka nsrs oä mlesa ukfj;y vkSj Lokn vuqlkj ued
vkSj 'kDdj Mkyuh pkfg,A cPpksa dh c<+rh mez ds fy, ;g nky
,d çksVhu dk mÙke L=ksr gksrh gSA cPpksa dh 'kkjhfjd vkSj ckSf)
d {kerk c<+kus ds fy, gesa vkgkj esa ,slh phtsa f[kykuh pkfg,A
blls cPpksa dk fnekx Hkh vPNh rjg ls fodflr gksrk gS vkSj
cqf) Hkh fodflr gksrh gSA vkgkj esa ehBs jl ds inkFkZ mlesa Hkh
^?kh& 'kDdj^]^eD[ku& 'kDdj^ ,sls inkFkZ ns ldrs gSaA uk dh
p‚dysV] dsd tSls inkFkZ tks ipu ds fy, Hkkjh gksrs gSaA dM+os
vkSj rh[ks inkFkZ cPpksa dks ftruh T;knk fnuksa ds ckn ns ldrs gSa
mruk csgrj gSA cPpksa dk ^ipu&laLFkku^ vR;ar laosnu'khy gksrk
gSA muls Hkkjh inkFkZ tSls fd eVj] ekalkgkj] lc çdkj dh dPph
nky] dsd] fcfLdV tSls eSns ds inkFkZ] vaMs] iuhj] pht ;g uk
nsuk gh csgrj gSA vEy jl ;qä Qy tSls [kêk vaxwj] [kêk larjk
,sls Qy cPpksa dks uk nsaA 2 lky dh mez rd rys gq, vkSj ckgj
ds vU; inkFkZ Hkh cPpksa dks uk nsaA nw/k vkSj Qy ,d lkFk uk nsA
blls vusd çdkj dh ,ythZ] Ropk ds Åij Qqafl;ka&QksM+h tslk
gks ldrk gSA lnhZ& [kkalh vxj gqbZ gks rks lhrkQy] dsyk] LVª‚csjh
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ckyd dks nw/k ds nkar vkus 'kq# gks tkrs gSaA blls ckyd dks
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 Exploring Mother Nature
Exploring Mother Nature "VACHA"
Dr. Sarin T. (BAMS, M.D.)
Assistant Professor, Department of Dravyaguna Vijnana, Shree Swaminarayan Ayurvedic Medical College, Kalol, Gandhinagar Gujarat
Vacha, (Acorus calamus Linn. ) commonly known as
‘‘Sweet Flag’’ or ‘‘Calamus’’, is a species of semiaquat-
ic, perennial, aromatic herb with creeping rhizomes.
In India, the plant is found growing wild as well as
cultivated up to an altitude of 2200 m in the Hima-
layas. It is plentiful in the marshy tracts of Kashmir,
Himachal Pradesh, Manipur, and Naga hills, and is
regularly cultivated in Karnataka.
Vacha possesses grass-like or sword-shaped, long
slender leaves that fan out from a pinkish base and
grow up to 1.5 m in length. The rhizomes of the plant
are the most important part which possess strong,
characteristic, and aromatic odour and are bitter
in taste. The plant’s rhizomes are brown in colour,
twisted, cylindrical, curved, and shortly nodded.
In the Ayurvedic system of medicine, the rhizomes
of Vacha are considered to possess aromatic, stim-
ulant, bitter tonic, emetic, expectorant, emmena-
gogue, aphrodisiac, laxative, diuretic, antispasmod-
ic, carminative, and antihelmintic properties. They
are used for the treatment of a host of diseases such
as mental ailments like epilepsy, schizophrenia, and
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memory disorders, chronic diarrhea and dysentery,
bronchial catarrh, intermittent fevers, tympanitis,
colic, otitis media, cough, asthma, and glandular and
abdominal tumors. They are also used traditionally
for flatulent colic and chronic dyspepsia. They are
also employed for kidney and liver troubles, rheu-
matism, and eczema. The skin of the rhizomes is said
to be hemostatic. The rhizomes are used in the form
of powder, balms, enemas, and pills and also in ghee
preparations.
Eczema: Paste of rhizomes of Vacha is given with the
paste of Haridra rhizomes and Nimba leaves.
Epilepsy, dysentery, mental illnesses, diarrhoea,
kidney and liver disorders: Rhizomes paste of Va-
cha is given with honey.
Gastric disorders: Vacha rhizomes paste is given
with cow milk
Cold, Cough & Fever: Rhizomes paste of Vacha
is given to children with mother’s milk along with
fruits of Jatiphala.
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Ayurvedic Beauty Tips
AYURVEDIC BEAUTY TIPS
Beauty has a got socio-medical importance nowa-
days. Beauty doesn’t mean to have a well-built body
with a fair complexion; it means to have a healthy
mind & body with healthy skin whether it is darker
or fairer.
Let’s have some home remedies which can be effec-
tively used for improving our skin health.
1. FOR REMOVING SUNTAN – tan, a word
which has frightened a lot many us to expose
to sunlight. Even a sunny day becomes a villain
to beauty conscious ones. It is easy to remove
the suntan with some home remedy. Take a ta-
blespoon of fine coffee powder, add one tsp of
nimbu juice, one tsp of rice flour, one pinch of
turmeric and mix all those with necessary quan-
tity of honey. Make the mixture into a paste form
and apply this evenly in the face (Better to do a
patch test in hand before application). After 15-
20 minutes it can be washed off with lukewarm
water. You can see the glowing skin with an im- we can maintain beautiful healthy skin. Coconut
mediate effect. water is the best cleanser as well as a moisturizer.
Even coconut milk can also be applied by dip-
2. NATURAL CLEANSER & MOISTURIZER – ping in a cotton pad and we can cleanse the face
now a day, dry skin and ageing have been very well. Doing face wash with coconut water in the
common due to climatic variation. We are forced early morning hours helps to maintain healthy
to use chemical-filled moisturizers in our day to glowing skin.
day for the same. With natural home remedies,
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 Ayurvedic Beauty Tips
3. NATURAL LIP BALMS – lip balms have be-
come a necessity of our life. It will be interesting
to prepare natural lip balms at home. Take one
big beetroot and prepare juice of it in a mixer.
Add this juice to a small pan and add ghee along
with this and heat the mixture in very slow heat.
After some time the mixture gets properly mixed
up and thick form in a balm consistency. After
cooling, it can be kept in the fridge for even up to
one month. You will get beautiful, pink softy lips
without any added chemicals.
5. NATURAL MANICURE – healthy shining nails
4. HAIR GROWTH & PREVENTING GREY
HAIR – hair has got a bigger part in maintain-
ing the cosmetic sense of a person. The cosmetic
aspect doesn’t depend on the length of the hair,
whether it is short or long, healthy hair is need-
ed. For maintaining healthy hair, we can make a
hair pack which can be applied once a week or
in 15 days. Take a handful of curry leaves and
make it into a paste. Add some organic henna
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powder to this paste and mix it properly by add-
ing tea. This hair pack can be prepared and kept
overnight in an iron container. The next day it
can be applied and kept for minimum of 45-60
minutes followed by a normal wash without any
shampoo. In the first application, itself, you can
find healthy smooth and shiny hair without any
keratin like treatments.
are a marker of overall health. In Ayurveda as-
thi dhathu plays an important role in maintain-
ing the health of nails. For doing an Ayurvedic
manicure, the whole hand can be soaked for 10
minutes in a tumbler filled with water added
with lemon juice and rosewater. After that, clean
and cut the nails properly. After drying, jathyadi
kera soaked in a cotton swab can be applied to
the nails of both arms. Jathyadi kera prevents the
damage caused to nails and promotes good nail
growth.
Dr AISWARYA K.
Ass. Prof. Dept. of Agadtantra,
State Model Govt. Ayur. College,
Gandhinagar, Gujarat
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 Expert Column: Q & A
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Your Mind & Body
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1. Is Camphor ( Kapoor) edible? Someone sug-
gested me to take small quantity of camphor with
curd for 3-4 days before sunrise. Is it ok for daily
usage?
- Amarjeet Sahni (Bharuch, Gujarat)
Karpura (Cinnamomum camphora Nees.& Eberm.)
also known as Kapur in hindi has been praised as a
curative drug and also an ingredient in some Indian
culinary. Ayurveda has explained two types of Kar-
pura as Pakva and Apakva Karpura on the basis of its
production. Pakva Karpura is the one which is pro-
duced artificially as synthetic camphor. The Apakva
Karpura is the one which is produced by distilling the
wood and bark of camphor tree. The Apakva Karpu-
ra is edible but in very small amount. It is a good ex-
pectorant which expel the mucus from the lungs, so
good in cough. Similarly it has appetising and diges-
tive properties. Edible camphor is also good in obe-
sity, managing pain associated with arthritis, bruises
and also helpful in skin irritation and burning sen-
sation. The dosage for the drug is between 125mg-
375mg and always has it along with sugar or milk.
One should always have Karpura internally only un-
der doctor’s supervision. If the dosage is improper
or if taken for a prolong time without proper con-
sultation can result in some serious conditions like
vomiting, abdominal pain, headaches, hallucination,
coma etc which can also result in death.
2. Every day I am drinking lukewarm water with
honey in the morning to reduce belly fat, but I
read somewhere, it’s a poisonous. Should I contin-
ue or stop it?
- Milonee Yagnik (Khopli, Maharashtra)
Honey has been used since ancient times in both
foods and medicinal purposes. Honey is also a
healthy alternative to refined sugar which contains
100% empty calories. 1 tablespoon of honey contains
64 calories and 17 gm sugar. Honey intake reduces
blood sugar levels, prevents excessive weight gain,
improves lipid metabolism by reducing Total cho
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But according to Ayurveda taking honey along with
hot water or even lukewarm water can cause serious
ailments in our body as it can turn to poison. Honey
is always beneficial in its natural goodness. If we heat
it or mix with any hot substance, the property of the
honey get changed which will possibly lead to some
very serious ailments over the passage of time. So we
can use honey alone or mix with substances in its
room temperature which can surely help to reduce
obesity due to its scrapping property.
3. Hi doctor, I am having somewhat like allergy in
nose. Every morning it starts with 20-25 sneezes
which are so uncontrollable. Let me know about
the treatment for allergy according to Ayurveda?
- Mukesh Sinh (Bihar)
Allergy is an immune response of the body to the
foreign substances or allergens. Allergens can be
anything like dust, pollen, food, drug or even pet. So
in your case it is understood that you are having re-
spiratory allergy with allergic rhinitis. But to suggest
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