STUDY OF VITAMIN D 3D EFICIENCY IN GERIATRICS WITH AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE

Dr. Ravindra Govindrao Deshmukh; Dr. Abhinandan A. Muke; Dr. Deepika Dilip Vyawahare

Volume : X, Issue : VI, June - 2020

STUDY OF VITAMIN D 3D EFICIENCY IN GERIATRICS WITH AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE

Dr. Ravindra Govindrao Deshmukh, Dr. Abhinandan A. Muke, Dr. Deepika Dilip Vyawahare

Abstract :

In Ayurveda, the term used for geriatrics is Vruddha, Vardhakya & Jara. Jara derived from the root “Jrush Vayohani”. Accordingly to Gurubala Prabodhika, commentary on Amarkosha, “Jeeryanti Anayo Angani Iti Jara”,conveying the meaning of degeneration of bodily organ. Objectives–This study has been designed to know the Hetu of Vitamin D3 deficiency, from the Ayurvedic point of view & study the Samprapti of Vitamin D3deficiency. Method–Retrospective observational study carried out through personal interview & examination of individual patient. Observations–1)Aaharaj Hetu– Katu, Tikta & Kashaya Rasa Ati Sevan found in 73.33%, 63.33%,& 66.67% patients respectively. Excessive consumption of Cereals was found in 76.67% patients.2)Viharaj Hetu – Exertion in 53.33% patients and sedentary work in 30% patients were found. Disturbed Sleep was found in 60% patients. 3)Manas Hetu– Shoka, Chinta were found in 46.67% patients. Krodha in 36.67% and Bhaya in 30%patient were found