Abstract

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF MADHUMEHA W.S R DIABETES MILLITUS: - A REVIEW ARTICLE

Dr. Durgesh Kumar*

Abstract

Madhumeh, also known as diabetes, is a condition that causes abnormally high blood sugar levels. It's a serious and widespread health issue that can be managed with proper care. the science of life, or Ayurveda, teaches us the principles and guidelines for leading long, healthy lives. Ayurveda has a great role in maintaining a healthy life, followed by Dinacharya, Ritucharya, Sadvritta, and Achara Rasayana, as well as recommendations for a balanced diet. Few individuals can follow them properly in the current scenario. As a result, there has been a significant rise in lifestyle diseases, among them Prameha. Prameha has been extensively described in various Ayurvedic classics, viz., Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, Ashtanga Sngraha, and Madhav Nidan. Prameha has 20 types in which vataj type of prameha is called madhumeha. In modern science, we know Madhumeh as diabetes mellitus. Diabetes mellitus is a group of metabolic disorders marked by a high blood glucose level (hyperglycemia). It is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality all over the world. The global prevalence of Diabetes among adults over 18 years of age has risen from 4.7% in 1980 to 8.5% in 2014. In India cases of Diabetes Mellitus has shown surprisingly higher susceptibility which is a matter of great concern. The prevalence of Diabetes in India is currently reported to be around 13 - 15% and by the year 2025 it is estimated that approximately 55 million Indians will be diabetic.

Keywords: Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, Ashtanga Sngraha, and Madhav Nidan.