Abstract

AYURVEDIC IMMUNITY BOOSTERS: NATURE'S PHARMACY

*Dr. Noopur Pandey, Prof. R. B. Yadav and Dr. Ramanand

Abstract

The modulation of immune response by using Ayurvedic herbal medications as a possible therapeutic measure has now become a subject of scientific investigation. Ayurveda is an ancient Indian system of medicine that emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balance between the mind, body, and spirit. According to Ayurveda, a strong immune system is a product of good digestion, strong agni (the metabolic fire), healthy liver function, and a balanced endocrine system. Ayurveda also emphasizes the importance of ojas, a Sanskrit word that means “vigor,” in maintaining a strong immune. system Ayurveda, the traditional medicine system of India, has a huge potential in preventive and curative healthcare. Covid pandemic has ushered in an era of renaissance for AYUSH in which enhancing immunity has been projected as the outmost strategy to combat the disease. Ayurveda, since times immemorial has emphasized more on body‟s response and occurrence of disease occurs only if the Bala (Body immunity) is reduced. Ayurveda compares the concept of healthy body to a barren land. Just as a barren land cannot bear fruits or flowers, similarly healthy body cannot favour infectious conditions.

Keywords: Ayurveda also emphasizes the importance of ojas, a Sanskrit word that means “vigor,” in maintaining a strong immune.