Ayurvedic perspective of lehana and its immunomodulating effect in children

Authors

  • Arya Deepika M.D. Scholar 2nd Year, PG Department of Kaumarbhritya, Rishikul Campus UAU, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India
  • Pandey Reena Professor, PG Department of Kaumarbhritya, Rishikul Campus UAU, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India

Keywords:

Vyadhikshamatva, Oja, Lehana, Rasayan

Abstract

Lehana is one such traditional formulation mentioned in Ayurvedic classics that have been used to build up immunity, promote health, enhance growth and development by providing sufficient nutrition, protecting from various infections along with improving intellect and speech in children. Different Acharyas described several Lehana formulations for use in Balyaawastha. The immune system is a network of cells, proteins, tissues and organs that defends the body against infection. It is relatively immature at birth hence newborn are at greater risk of illness due to an immature immune system. So during this period our attempt should be specified to prevention of diseases and to enhance physical, mental and social well-being of children. In Ayurvedic texts immunity has been explained in terms of Vyadhikshamatva which is a state of equilibrium of Kapha, Bala, and Oja. Different therapies like Rasayan, Lehana, and Samskaras etc. are focused to modulate the immunity or increase the Vyadhikshamatva in children. Healthy state can be achieved by fine tuning of immune-regulatory mechanisms with the help of Lehana. The main aim of this article is to describe literary view of Lehana and its health benefits in children.

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Published

2020-07-31

How to Cite

Arya Deepika, & Pandey Reena. (2020). Ayurvedic perspective of lehana and its immunomodulating effect in children. World Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 8(8), 104–107. Retrieved from https://wjpsonline.com/index.php/wjps/article/view/19

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