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Line 84: + + + + + + + − Thus, it is very difficult or rather next to impossible to follow the regimen as mentioned. Due to the adaptation to the western way of life there is aversion or rather ignorance towards our classical science. The so-called outdated system has lost its importance in today’s generation. In past few years there has been a drastic rise in the menstrual problems and infertility which is posing as a major threat to the present-day population. + − + − Menstrual irregularities − − Menstruaiton and PMS - The health of the female reproductive organs is essential for a woman’s healthy life. Any disturbance in the menstrual cycle lead to disturbances in her daily activities. Classical texts show a deep understanding of the menstrual cycle in relation to the doshas, thus giving women a profound natural and individualized way to treat various female health issues and avoid side effects of western medications. Although western medicine recommends lifestyle changes, like food, exercise and avoidance of stress these are not fully described nor treated individually. It has been shown that PMS is a complex syndrome which affects manny women today. Even though classical texts do not mention PMS specifically, all the descriptions related to yoni roga, are symptoms present in the description of PMS today. It has been shown that ancient practices are still gems which alleviate many symptoms and that can improve the quality of life of many women − − Rajaswala paricharya scientific aspect. − − − − PCOD − − − − Menopause − − − − Infertility - According to a report by the World Health Organization (WHO), one in every four couples in developing countries is affected by infertility.[4] The magnitude of the problem calls for urgent action, particularly when the majority of cases of infertility is avoidable. − − − Skin, hair and beauty − − − Cancers − − − Others
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=== Infertility ===
=== Infertility ===
WHO report states that One in every four couples in developing countries has been found to be affected by infertility. <ref>WHO online portal/sexual and reproductive health.https://www.who.int/reproductivehealth/topics/infertility/burden/en/</ref> Female infertility is more common than males since their general health is affected to great extent by their reproductive health and thus while dealing with the cases of Infertility Ayurveda lays high emphasize on improving the general health of a woman rather than focusing and targeting on only her hormones. Ayurveda speaks about importance of 4 factors Rutu, Kshetra, Beeja and Ambu for generation of a new life.<ref>Sushruta Samhita (Sharisthanam Adhyaya 2 Sutra 33)</ref> This includes consideration of woman's menstrual cycle pattern, healthy state of her entire reproductive tract (uterus, ovaries, cervix, vagina), her general nutrition and quality of her egg. Medicines and Panchakarma therapies are advised by considering all these 4 factors and efforts are focused on improvising her complete health so that naturally she can conceive and deliver a healthy offspring. This process can be time consuming because reproductive health is balanced in a stepwise manner and her body, mind are made capable to develop capacity to nurture another life. However if the efforts are made in this direction a woman can regain her complete health and regain her fertility without adverse effects. Quality of life of a woman is improved. A wide range of herbs, herbo-mineral formulations, decoctions, powders can be used in this treatment depending upon the case and expertise of the vaidya. It is advisable to consult a nearby [[Vaidya (वैद्यः)|vaidya]] for further guidance.
=== Menopause ===
A woman can suffer from either premature menopause or variety of psychological and physical ailments in perimenopausal period. Ayurveda can offer a helping hand to such a woman to pass through these phases smoothly and prevent the possibility of premature menopause in early reproductive life. It is necessary to diagnose the possibility of premature menopause early so that immediate measures in the form of medicines, [[Panchakarmas (पञ्चकर्माणि)|panchakarmas]], yoga, diet, lifestyle and [[Rasayana (रसायनम्)|rasayana]] therapies can be implemented and the feminine balance can be restored.
=== Bones and Joints ===
Sedentary lifestyle, lack of exercise, inappropriate ahara, deficient sleep, stress and sometimes also over exertion by a woman lead to multiple bones and joints related problems. In addition to that, post menopause many women also suffer from calcium deficiency and decreased bone strength leading to osteoporosis. In order to have healthy bones and joints Ayurveda recommends to have proper nutrition i.e. [[Ahara (आहारः)|ahara]] and balanced [[Agni in Ayurveda (आयुर्वेदे अग्निः)|agni]]. The ahra of woman should have inclusion of snigdha ahara i.e. food that includes good fats. Since the nourishment of bones and other components of any joint is associated with generalised nutrition it largely depends upon the strength of agni and supply of necessary nutrients which can be obtained from wholesome diet. Thus more focus is given on optimizing the agni and nutrition. Along with that, [[Abhyanga (अभ्यङ्गम् )|abhyanga]] with medicated oils works best as a local therapy to relieve pain, stiffness and swellings. Oils can be different based on the [[Doshas (दोषाः)|doshas]] involved, type of illness, strength etc. Abhyanga can be followed by othe rpanchakarmas like Swedanam (hot fomentation) which works best to relieve stiffness, [[Basti (बस्तिः )|Basti]], [[Raktamokshana (रक्तमोक्षणम्)|raktamokshana]], Agnikarma (fire or heat treatment) etc. [[Vyayama (व्यायामम्)|Vyayama]], Bandhas (supports/bandaging) has also been suggested in certain cases to strengthen the bones, muscles and joints. Herbs like guggulu (Comiphor amukula), giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), Punarnava (Borrhavia diffusa), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) and many other herbo mineral formualitons give excellent results in managing these condoitions.
=== Skin, hair and beauty ===
It is one of the most sought after treatment segment by woman in any age group. Ayurveda strongly believes that radiant flowless skin, thick strong hair and all those elements that make any person look attractive and healthy are actually the end effects of better internal health and balance of [[Doshas (दोषाः)|doshas]] as well as [[Agni in Ayurveda (आयुर्वेदे अग्निः)|agni]]. Thus while treating the skin and hair related conditions considerable attention has been given to understand the underlying health issue and efforts are forcused on fixing the root cause. Along with that various local therapies have also been designed like [[Abhyanga (अभ्यङ्गम् )|Abhyanga]], lepana (face packs), [[Ayurvedic method of body scrub (उद्वर्तनम्)|udwartana]] etc which deliver medicines directly at the affected area help to restore its natural beauty. Ayurveda has never neglected the cosmetic issues, in fact great emphasis has been laid on the daily practice of procedures like Abhyanga, Udwartna, Nasya, Gandusha, anjana etc that enhance the health and beauty of skin and hair. And therefore all those have been included in [[Dinacharya (दिनचर्या)|Dinacharya]]. Thus a woman desirous of flowless, glowing skin, thick & strong hair, good eyesight should regularly practice these procedures after guidance of a vaidya. Various herbs like Bhringaraja (Eclipta alba), Kumkuma (Crocos sativus), Turmeric (Curcuma longa), Shikekai, Ritha, Amalaki (Embelica officinalis), lodhra (Symplocos racemosa), Mulethi (Glycerhiza glabra) have been found to be highly effective in treating varioisu skin and hair related ailments and restore the natural beauty of a woman.
=== Others ===
There are may other medical conditions ranging from anaemia to cancers through which a woman can suffer in different phases of her life. Although not all these diseases have been clearly mentioned in the Ayurveda literature, the guidance given on assessment, evaluation and diagnosis of diseases in Ayurveda can enable a [[Vaidya (वैद्यः)|vaidya]] to understand the disease pathology in that woman with the lens of [[Doshas (दोषाः)|doshas]], [[Dhatus (धातवः)|dhatus]], [[Malas (मलाः)|malas]], [[Agni in Ayurveda (आयुर्वेदे अग्निः)|agni]] and [[Balam (बलम्)|balam]]. This can open wide range of options in treatment for that illness which include herbo-mineral medicines, diet, lifestyle changes, panchakarmas etc. Therefore this ancient wisdom of Ayurveda can certainly help any woman to pass through all the epochs of her life effortlessly, prevent illnesses, increase strength and maintain her feminine balance to be able to nurture and riase a new life.
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