CONCEPT OF IMMUNITY AND IMMUNIZATION IN CHILDREN; AN AYURVEDA REVIEW
Dr. Sandhyarani R. Agarkar*, Dr. Ashwini Gajanan Wahile and Dr. Ashish Kisanlal Chandak
ABSTRACT
Children health is prime focus of any nation since they are considered as hope of future. The Indian modern as well as traditional system of medicine, both paid huge attention towards the health restoration of children. In this regards Ayurveda emphasized concept of Vyadhikshamatva (immunity) which help in the prevention of common Bala Roga mainly arises from infectious origin. Vyadhikshamatva not only prevent children from diseases but also contributed towards the growth & development of children. There are many ways in modern science to boost immunity described under the heading of immunization and Ayurveda also provides some classical approaches such as; Suvarna Prashana and Rasayana therapy which help to retain or strengthen inherent immunity. These Ayurveda approaches not only provide good immunity but also boost physical strength, improve intellect and increases appetite, etc. The immunization not explored up to great extent in Ayurveda therefore present article summarizes Ayurveda view on immunity and concept of immunization.
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