Effect of Udvartan therapy in Sthoulya (Obesity)-A Review

Authors

  • Vinita Chandrakar PG Scholar PG department of Panchkarma National Institute of Ayurveda Deemed to Be University, Jaipur. Author
  • Surendra Vedpathak Prof & H.O.D PG department of Panchkarma National Institute of Ayurveda Deemed to Be University, Jaipur. Author
  • Vipin Kumar Assistant Professor PG department of Panchkarma National Institute of Ayurveda Deemed to Be University, Jaipur. Author
  • Kunal Patel PG Scholar PG department of Panchkarma, National Institute of Ayurveda Deemed to Be University, Jaipur. Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48165/

Keywords:

Ayurveda, Sthoulya, Obesity, Udvartana

Abstract

In modern days in appropriate food habit is the main cause of Sthoulya(Obesity). It  occurs as a result of a sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy eating habits, a lack of physical  activity, mental stress, and other factors. It has reached pandemic proportions in India  in the twenty-first century, impacting 5% of the population. Obesity is becoming more  common in both children and adults every day. Obesity is linked to a variety of  medical conditions (like hypertension, atherosclerosis and diabetes). lakshana and  Chikitsa for Sthoulya is also described in detail by the Acharyas. It combines  Shodhana and Shamana therapy in general. The Udavartana Karma, which has  Kaphahara and Medohara properties Udvartana is a Panchakarma’s allied therapy  that differs from Abhyanga in terms of application direction and pressure applied  during the procedure. It's a simple, low-cost operation with no side effects[Udvartana is effective against a variety of disorders, including obesity,  dyslipidaemia, and cerebral palsy.] Shoshana (absorption) and Kapha Medohara are  two features it possesses. Its importance and benefits on different psycho-physical  factors have also been demonstrated. In this review article, a detailed assessment of  the Udvartana including its importance and benefits.is explained 

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Published

2022-04-30

How to Cite

Chandrakar, V., Vedpathak, S., Kumar, V., & Patel, K. (2022). Effect of Udvartan therapy in Sthoulya (Obesity)-A Review . International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga, 5(4), 119-124. https://doi.org/10.48165/