Abstract

SUVARNAPRASHAN: PEDIATRIC IMMUNO BOOSTER

Dr. Devanshu Sharma*, Dr. Vikas Sharma and Dr. Kiran Sharma

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Abstract

The word 'Suvarnaprashan', an Herbo-mineral Immunomodulater, is made with combination of two words 'Suvarna' and 'Prashan'. The term “Suvarna” is a common word, refers to the Gold – a noble metal. While term “Prashana” is again a combination made from “Pra + Ashan” which means specially the mode of eating or drinking. Concept of Immunization is actively explained in Ayurveda as Vyadhikshamatva. Suvarnaprashan has been practiced since a long back to make Vyadhikshamatva i.e. Immunity stronger to prevent infectious diseases as well as maintenance of good physical and mental growth and development of a child. Vyadhikshamatva i.e. immunity or resistance is the power that protects the body from diseases. It depends on Ojas, Bala, Prakrita Kapha and Balavardhaka Bhava. There has been a significant deterioration in the quality of human health status from generation to generation resulting in decline of immunity. Samskara, Lehana and Rasayana medicines, Suvarnaprashan etc. are recommended in Ayurveda for children for the promotion of health and longevity of life span. According to ancient Ayurved Acharyas like Acharya Kashyap, Sushrut and Vagbhat, Suvarnaprashan strengthens immunity and simultaneously improves digestive functions, intellectual capabilities, activeness and vital power of the body, hence keeps a child healthy. Suvarnaprashan contributes in proper achievement of milestones significantly during growth and development process also.

Keywords: Ayurveda; Who; Vyadhikshamatva; Suvarnaprashan; Lehana.