Rasayana : A Safe Guarder Towards Non-Communicable Disease Review Article

Review Article This work is licensed under a CC BY 4.0 License International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga Vol. 4 (12),139-149,December, 2021 ISSN: 2581-785 X https://irjay.com/ DOI: https://doi.org/10.47223/IRJAY.2021.41221 Rasayana : A Safe Guarder Towards Non-Communicable Disease- Review Article Suvitha Sv, 1 Sarika Yadav, 2 Chhaju Ram Yadav 1- P.G Scholar, PG Dept. of Kriya Sharir, National Institute Of Ayurveda, Deemed to be University, India Jaipur 2- Assistant Professor, Dept. of Kriya Sharir, National Institute of Ayurveda, Deemed to be University, Jaipur, India 3- Associate Professor and Head of PG Dept. of Kriya Sharir, National Institute of Ayurveda, Deemed to be University, Jaipur, India INTRODUCTION Health is considered as the wealth of the persons. A famous quote said by mahatma Gandhi regarding health “It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver”. Health is the most precious treasure that we can have ourselves. In Ayurveda , Acharya Susruta beautifully narrated about the definition of health“ samadoshaha samaagnischa samadhaatumala kriyaha prasannaat Article Info Article history: Received on: 28-10-2021 Accepted on: 15-12-2021 Available online: 31-12-2021 Corresponding author- Suvitha Sv, P.G Scholar PG Dept. of Kriya Sharir, National Institute Of Ayurveda, Deemed to be University, India Jaipur Email: svsuvitha 92@gmail.com ABSTRACT: Non communicable diseases are one of the major challenging issues facing worldwide, especially in developing countries in the 21 st century, not only in terms of human sufferings but also its badly affecting the socioeconomic development of the country. According to the WHO report, NCD’s are collectively responsible for the death of around 41 million people each year, equivalent to 71% of all deaths worldwide. Also, they report that if timely intervention is not done for the prevention and control of NCD's, the death rate will increase to 55 million by 2030. Due to the unplanned rapid urbanization, globalisation of unhealthy lifestyles and population ageing, people are more prone to lifestyle disorders such as cardiovascular disease, respiratory disorders, cancers, diabetes etc. Being a part of the health-care delivery system, this is the time to re-analyse the health management system and look back at the philosophy of prevention and preservation as the first step to treatment. Ayurveda is the system which focuses mainly on preventive aspects and considered it as prime or foremost objective. Various diet and regimens are mentioned in Ayurveda to maintain good healthy life style such as Dinacharya, Ritucharya, Sadvritta, Pathyaapathya, Aharavidhi, Aharakalpana, Dharaniya and adharaniya vega, Sodhana ,Achara Rasayana, Rasayana etc.Among that, Rasayana tantra is one among the Astanga of Ayurveda which highly stresses preservation of health and prevention of disease. Based on our today’s hurry burry lifestyle, it’s the basic need for everyone to follow and include this Rasayana therapy in our day-to-day schedule to maintain health and prevent various lifestyle disorders. Rasayana is an effective preventive technique towards non-communicable disease. Keywords: Rasayana , Noncommunicable disease, Ahara

Suvitha , et al .: Rasayana : A Safe Guarder Towards Non-Communicable Disease- Review Article ” : 2021; 4 (12):139-149 140 mendriyamanaaha aityabhidheeyate ” [1] Ayurveda is the system that highly stressed on the point of prevention rather than cure. . Food, Sleep and Celibacy is considered as three supporting pillars of life according to Ayurveda [2] At the present time, in this busy scheduled machinery world, people are lacking their health without their attention. More health issues are raised due to sedentary lifestyle, lack of exercise, stress facing at work fields and also some extent due to the ignorance. At the early stages, People are affected with various life style disorders such as Diabetes mellitus, hypertension, heart disease, skin disease, premature ageing, poor vision, hair loss, fatty liver, various infectious diseases etc. All human beings are virtue of long life. Origin of Ayurveda is to fulfill the desire of longevity and healthy life. With the proper adaptation of Rasayana Chikitsa , we can achieve this goal. Rasayana Chikitsa is the special division of Ayurveda that which helps to detoxify the body and also revitalize and nourishes the body. The ultimate aim of Rasayana is to improve the health of healthy person [3] Rasayana chikitsa Bheshaja means medication and it is of two types based on its functional mode, such as preventive and curative aspect. Among that, Rasayana and Vajikarana Chikitsa comes under preventive aspect which improves and maintains the healthy life by increasing Ojas in body .The word meaning Rasayana (Rasa+ayana) denotes nutrition and its transportation in the body. Body fluids are responsible for nourishment of entire physique. Impairment of the circulation of this fluid results in disease of body. The Rasayana Chikitsa enhances the qualities of rasa, enriches it with nutrients so that one can attain longevity, memory, intelligence, disease free, youthfulness, excellence of lustre, complexion and voice, optimum development of physique and sense organs, mastery in phonetics and brilliance [4] Drug, diet and regimen which promote longevity by preventing ageing and disease is called as Rasayana [5] In fact, Charaka asserts that even in old age it is possible to regain youth for long period. Rasayana is the tool to create premium Dhatus . when quality of Dhatu enhance, that results in longevity, strong immune system to fight against disease and youthfulness. Dalhana mentioned Rasayana as Bheshaja that which prevents ageing process by supplying nutrition to Rasa Raktadi Dhatus due to its Rasa, Guna, Virya and Vipaka. Chikitsa means the action that which produce equilibrium of Dhatus [6] Rasayana is useful in maintaining equilibrium of Dhatus as well as to correct the disturbed equilibrium of Dhatus . The tissues of body undergo a continuous process of decay by the interaction of Agni . If the process is allowed to continue uninterrupted, the ageing comes in early. Rasayana Chikitsa cuts down the process of ageing. Rasayana in different sthana of samhitas Table no.1 shows about mentioning of rasayana in different sthana of samhitha Arundatta while commenting on the chronological order of eight specialties of ayurveda says that as Rasayana is capable of treating poisons and their severe ill effects, so it is listed after VishaTantra in AshtangaHrudaya . Classification of Rasayana I Based on place of therapy (Table No.2.) II Based on need (Table No.3 ) III Based on diet and lifestyle (Table No.4 ) Noncommunicable disease At the present time, due to rapid growth of economic development and increased adaptation of western lifestyles, the prevalence of lifestyle disorders is also on the peak ratio. The incidence of lifestyle disorders such as Diabetes mellitus, hypertension, dyslipidaemia, obesity, cardiovascular disorders, skin disease, fatty liver, hair loss, diminution in vision, memory is on rising phase and affecting quality of life very badly. All these lifestyle disorders comes under the crown of non-communicable disease which are collectively responsible for death of 41 million people each year equivalent to 71% of all death worldwide. Each year, more than 15 million people die from a NCD between the ages of 30 and 69 years; 85% of these "premature" deaths occur in lowand middle-income countries. Among all NCDs mainly cardiovascular disease, cancers, respiratory disease and diabetes are the four diseases accounts for over 80% of all premature NCD death. Rise of NCD has been driven by primarily four major factors i.e. tobacco use, physical inactivity, the harmful use of alcohol and unhealthy diets which is more common in today’s well sophisticated and stressed out society. The epidemic of NCDs poses devasting health consequences for individuals, families, community and threatens to overwhelm health system. People with NCDs are more vulnerable to various infectious diseases due to their weakened immunity. The socioeconomic costs associated with NCDs makes the prevention and control of the disease a major development imperative for 21 st century. One of the most important way to prevent NCDs is lifestyle modification. The supreme mantra of Ayurveda is prevention of disease by following healthy diet and regimens. Also Nidanparivarjan (avoidance of causative

Suvitha , et al .: Rasayana : A Safe Guarder Towards Non-Communicable Disease- Review Article ” : 2021; 4 (12):139-149 141 factor) is one of the eminent part of treatment to cutdown the process of manifestation of disease and to get healthy long life. Oxidative stress and non communicable disease Oxidative stress mechanism is forming the underlying basis for non-communicable disease Oxidative stress occurs when there’s an imbalance between free radical activity and antioxidant activity. Rusting of iron takes place on the continuous exposure to the oxygen likewise due to the continuous accumulation of free radicals in body results in oxidative stress that which leads to chronic non communicable disease such as diabetes, atherosclerosis, inflammatory conditions, high blood pressure, hypertension, heart disease, neurodegenerative diseases, such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s, cancer. Oxidative stress also contributes to aging [7] DISCUSSION Mode of action of rasayana in non communicable disease Major cause of non-communicable disease is due to unhealthy lifestyles including unhealthy diets, lack of exercise, use of tobacco, alcohol. All these unhealthy habits affect Agni and makes more prone to all lifestyle disorders. Here Rasayana comes in picture. In true sense of concept, Rasayana therapy is not a single drug treatment, but is a comprehensive and specialised regimen capable to enhance longevity and improve mental faculties by acting at the level of Rasa , Agni and the Srotas thus enables organism to procure the best qualities of different Dhatus .Certain drugs such as Satavari, Bala, Amalaki, Draksa, Salparni etc act at the level of rasa by enriching the nutritional value of circulating plasma(listed in table:6).Drugs like Ajamoda,Maricha, Haritaki,Citraka act at the level of agni and improves the digestion, absorption and metabolism(listed in table:5).Certain drugs act at the level of srotas by cleansing and activating the microcirculatory channels and improves tissue nourishment. eg: Guggulu, Pippali, Rasona, Shilajatu, Bhallataka etc(listed in table:7).So practice of Rasayana improves the Agni and yields formation of enriched tissues and also increases the Ojas of body that which is considered as essence of Dhatus . Rasayana as a preventive measure in non communicable disease Non communicable disease is a great threaten to all developed and developing countries including India. Major cause of this is due to the unhealthy diets and lifestyles. There is no better option rather than adopting healthy lifestyles. Following Rasayana Chikitsa is considered as a good preventive measure in non - communicable disease. Rasayana Chikitsa not only incorporates drug administration, it also embraces healthy diets and regimens. Rasayana in the form of diet: Ahara is counted as one among Trayoupasthamba and as Mahabheshaja too. Solely, drug administration won’t help in disease state. Food is having prime importance in health. Merley we reflects, what we eat So definitely healthy choices of food is a major step in prevention of lifestyle disorders. Acharyas mentioned about some Nitya Sevana Dravyas such as Swastika Sali, Yava, Saindhava, Amalaki , rain water, JangalaMamsa , milk, Madhu [8] Regular intake of above mentioned Dravyas is considered as a good conductor for maintenance of health. Rasayana in the form of drug: Various single and compound formulations are mentioned in texts as a part of Aushadha Prayoga. . Table No.9. Rasayana in the form of regimen: As like Aahar, Vihar is also playing important role in preservation of health. Various regimens are mentioned in ayurvedic science such as Dinacharya, Ritucharya, Sadvritta, AcharaRasaayana. . All these regimens restores our mental and physical health. Achara rasayana is described by various classical texts imparting the importance of social codes and conducts in health. It is very important to have a calm, composed and concentrated mind to have an improved quality of life. Achara Rasayana is a unique concept of mind rejuvenation. It includes being honest, free from anger, ego, devotion to spiritual activity, meditation, doing offerings, giving respect to elder persons, teachers, Brahmana , cows, being strong enough, perfect wake up and sleeping pattern, avoidance of indulgence in alcohol and sexual act. All these activities preserve mental health by refreshing the mind. Stress, depression, anxiety etc are considered as a root cause for mental illness. Achara Rasayana is a perfect wonder of choice in mental health. Rasayana cikitsa as a source of antioxidant Various diets and drugs are endowed with antioxidant molecules. Drugs such as Amalaki [9] ,Guduchi [10] , Ashwaganda, [11] Brahmi [12] etc loaded with antioxidant molecules. Food such as ghrita, milk, fruits, vegetables are also endowed with antioxidant molecules. Accumulation of free radical is considered as a predisposing factor to NCD. So inclusion of antioxidant rich diets enables to balance free radicals and prevents oxidative stress [13]

Suvitha , et al .: Rasayana : A Safe Guarder Towards Non-Communicable Disease- Review Article ” : 2021; 4 (12):139-149 142 CONCLUSION According to WHO,60 to 85 percent of people in world from both developed and developing countries lead sedentary life styles, making it one of the more serious yet insufficiently addressed public health problems of our time. Non communicable diseases are considered as a great burden to developing countries globally due to its higher mortality rate. NCD is directly linked to the economic growth of country. So prevention is the major step that we can take. Rasayana Chikitsa is the unique side of Ayurveda aims at the maintenance and improvement of health. Adaptation of Rasayana in day today life is considered as great preventive measure in prevention of NCD. So health system should take proper measure to create awareness among public regarding Rasayana Chikitsa . Acknowledgements:- Nil Financial Assistant:- Nil Conflict Of Interest:- Nil REFERENCES 1 Yadav T, Sushruta; Sushrutasamhita With Nibandhasangraha Commentary By Sri Dalhanaacharya And Nyayachandrika Panjika Sutra Sthana 15/41 Commentary On Nidanasthana By Sri Gayadasa Acharya Chaukhambha Orientalia, Varanasi, Reprint Edition 2019.Pp.75 2 Yadav T Agnivesha; Charakasamhita Revised By Charaka And Dridhabala With Ayurveda Dipika Commentary By Chakrapanidatta, Sutra Sthana Ch.11/35 Chaukhambhaorientalia, Varanasi,Reprint Edition 2015.Pp.74 3 Yadav T Agnivesha; Charakasamhita Revised By Charaka And Dridhabala With Ayurveda Dipika Commentary By Chakrapanidatta Chikitsa Sthan.Ch.1/13 Chaukhambha Orientalia, Varanasi,Reprint Edition 2015.Pp.377 4 Yadav T Agnivesha; Charakasamhita Revised By Charaka And Dridhabala With Ayurveda Dipika Commentary By Chakrapanidatta Chikitsa Sthan.Ch.1/7 Chaukhambha Orientalia, Varanasi,Reprint Edition 2015.Pp.376 5 Sastri H Vagbhata; Ashtanga Hridaya, Sarvangasundra And Ayurveda Rasayana Commentary By Arundatta And Hemadri Sutra Sthana 13/25 Chaukhambhaorientalia, Varanasi, Reprint 10 th Edition 2019.Pp.216 6 Yadav T Agnivesha; Charakasamhita Revised By Charaka And Dridhabala With Ayurveda Dipika Commentary By Chakrapanidatta, Sutra Sthan.Chapter.9/4 chaukhambha Orientalia, Varanasi,Reprint Edition 2015.Pp.62 7 Seyedsadjadi N, Grant R. The Potential Benefit Of Monitoring Oxidative Stress And Inflammation In The Prevention Of Non-Communicable Diseases (Ncds). Antioxidants (Basel) . 2020;10(1):15. Published 2020 Dec 27. Doi:10.3390/Antiox 10010015 8 Yadav T Agnivesha; Charakasamhita Revised By Charaka And Dridhabala With Ayurveda Dipika Commentary By Chakrapanidatta, Chikitsa Sthan.Ch.1.4/30- 35 chaukhambhaorientalia, Varanasi,Reprint Edition 2015.Pp.388 9 Shukla V, Vashistha M, Singh Sn. Evaluation Of Antioxidant Profile And Activity Of Amalaki (Emblica Officinalis), Spirulina And Wheat Grass. Indian J Clin Biochem . 2009;24(1):70-75. Doi:10.1007/S 12291-009- 0012-3 10 N Ilaiyaraja, Farhath Khanum.Antioxidant Potential Of Tinospora Cordifolia Extracts And Their Protective Effect On Oxidation Of Biomolecules.Pharmacognosy Journal,Volume 3, Issue 20,2011,Pages 56-62, 11 Alam, N., Hossain, M., Mottalib, M.A. Et Al. Methanolic Extracts Of Withania Somnifera Leaves, Fruits And Roots Possess Antioxidant Properties And Antibacterial Activities. Bmc Complement Altern Med 12, 175 (2012). Https://Doi.Org/10.1186/1472-6882-12-175 12 Tripathi Yb, Chaurasia S, Tripathi E, Upadhyay A, Dubey Gp. Bacopa Monniera Linn. As An Antioxidant: Mechanism Of Action. Indian J Exp Biol. 1996 Jun;34(6):523-6. Pmid: 8792640. 13 Tan Bl, Norhaizan Me, Liew Wp, Sulaiman Rahman H. Antioxidant And Oxidative Stress: A Mutual Interplay In Age-Related Diseases. Front Pharmacol . 2018;9:1162. Published 2018 Oct 16. Doi:10.3389/Fphar.2018.01162 14 Yadav T Agnivesha; Charakasamhita Revised By Charaka And Dridhabala With Ayurveda Dipika Commentary By Chakrapanidatta, Chikitsa Sthan , Chapter 1.1/17-24 Chaukhambhaorientalia, Varanasi,Reprint Edition 2015.Pp. 377 15 Yadav T Agnivesha; Charakasamhita Revised By Charaka And Dridhabala With Ayurveda Dipika Commentary By Chakrapanidatta, Chikitsa Sthan.Chapter 1.1/16 Chaukhambha Orientalia, Varanasi,Reprint Edition 2015.Pp. 377

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Suvitha , et al .: Rasayana : A Safe Guarder Towards Non-Communicable Disease- Review Article ” : 2021; 4 (12):139-149 145 Table no.1 Shows About Mentioning Of Rasayana In Different Sthana Of Samhitha CHARAKA SUSRUTA VAGBHATA Started Chikitsa Sthan with rasayan Ending the Chikitsa with Rasayana followed by Shodhana procedures Rasayana at the end of Uttarasthan after VishaChikitsa Table No.2.Shows Rasayana Therapy Based On Place Kutipraveshika Rasayana [14] Vatatapika Rasayana [15] (Outdoor Rasayana therapy). Kutipraveshika Rasayana means indoor rasayana therapy. Kuti means cottage or hut and Praveshika means to enter into. Kutipraveshika Rasayana means staying in specially constructed cottage and strictly following the diets, drug and regimen which have Rasayana property in a systematized way .It is one of revolutionary approach that cleanses the whole body by eliminating toxins and re waken the whole metabolic process of body. Kutipraveshika rasayana yoga includes Brahma Rasayana, Chavanaprasha, AmalakiRasayana, Haritakyadi Yoga . On this present scenario,it’s tough to practice the kutipraveshika rasayana in this busy scheduled society. Vatatapika Rasayana means outdoor Rasayana therapy which is quite popular today which can go along with the normal day to day life. This type of Rasayana is particularly important in the current scenario, as it is has a relatively easy mode of administration without any restrictive pre-conditions. The main utility of Rasayana therapy is in functional and degenerative disorders that have a chronic or long-standing nature Vatatapika Rasayana yoga includes Sitodaka, Amalaki Churna, Triphala Rasayana,Haritaki Yoga ,honey and ghee in uneven ratio

Suvitha , et al .: Rasayana : A Safe Guarder Towards Non-Communicable Disease- Review Article ” : 2021; 4 (12):139-149 146 Table No.3 Shows Rasayana Therapy Based On Need Table No.4 Shows Rasayana Based On Diet And Lifestyle Table No.5.Drugs acting at the level of Agni Rasayana based on need Description 1 Kamya Rasayana [16] Rasayana that which is used to fullfill the strong desire or wish is termed as Kamya Rasayana which is the promoter of normal health. i. Pranakamya (Eg:Triphalarasayana, Nagabalarasayana, Lauhadi Rasayana) ii. Medhakamya-(Mandukaparni, Sankhapuspi, Guduchi, Yastimadhu, Vaca, Brahmi) iii Srikamya (Amalakirasayana ,Loharasayana) 2 Naimittika Rasayana 3 That which helps to fight against specific disease is termed as Naimittika Rasayana . Eg: Shilajatu in Prameha ,Tuvaraka in Kushta,Arjuna in Hridroga, Lauha in Pandu,Pippali Vardhamana Rasayana in Pleeha 4. Ajasrika Rasayana [17] It denotes Rasayan Dravyas used in regular practices as food. Eg:milk,ghee,fruits etc 1. Ahara Rasayana Dietary based Rasayana :It includes intake of certain diets having Rasayana effect in regular basis such as intake of milk and ghee, honey, Amalaki etc 2. Aushada Rasayana Drug based Rasayana : Acharyas mentioned more of drugs to maintain health, for specific disease too Eg: Chavanaprasha, Amalaki Rasayana, TriphalaRasayana, BhallatakaRasayana, Pippali Vardhamana Rasayana ) 3 Achara Rasayana [18] Achara Rasayana includes i Personal behaviour (Avoidence of alcohol, sexual indulgence, violence, sleep and wake up time should be regular, over exhaustion, should be peaceful and pleasing in speech) ii. Satvika behaviour( Includes Japa, Tapa , practice of charity ,studying scriptures,should be free from ego, astikas) iii. Social behaviour (It includes worship to gods, cows, brahmanas, teachers, preceptors, old people) Drugs acting at the level of Agni Actions Citraka [19] It acts as a Deepana ,Pachana drug due to its Katu Rasa and Vipaka,Laghu Guna and Ushna Virya Haritak i [20] It act as Agnideepana ,Anulomana due to its Pancharasa ,Laghu and Usna quality. Ajamoda [21] Pippali due to its Ushna Virya,Laghu, Guna and Katu Rasa act as Adnideepana Maricha [22] Maricha also acts as a Agnivardhakadrav ya due to its Ushna,Katu Rasa

Suvitha , et al .: Rasayana : A Safe Guarder Towards Non-Communicable Disease- Review Article ” : 2021; 4 (12):139-149 147 Table No.6 shows Drugs acting at the level of Rasa Drugs acting at the level of Rasa Actions Satavari [23] Nourishes Rasa Dhatu due to its Sheeta Virya,Madhura Rasa,Snighdha Guna . Bala [24] Madhura rasa ,sheetavirya Amalaki Panch Rasa except Lavana,Sheeta Virya ,best Rasayana and Vrysa drug Draksa [25] Madhura Rasa ,Sheetavirya Salparni [26] Tiktarasa,Guru,Brimhani,Rasayani Table No.7 shows Drugs acting at the level of Srotas Drugs acting at the level of srotas Rasa Guna Virya Vipak Karma Guggulu [27] Kashay,Katu Ruksha Guna Ushnavirya Katu Deepaniya,Sukshma, Balya,Rasayana, Medoharhara, Pippal [28] Katu Rasa, , Laghu,Snigdha And Tikshna Guna Anushnavirya MadhuraV ipak Deepanam Rason [29] Katupradhan pancha Rasa Except Amla, Tikshna,Ruksha Guna, Usnavirya Vipak- Katu Deepaniya,Rasayana Shilajatu [30] Katu,Tikta Rasa, ,Ruksha Guna Usnavirya Katu Chedhi,Rasayana, Kaphahar Bhallataka [31] Katu,Tikta And Kashaya Rasa Laghu And Tikshnaguna, Ushnavirya Madhura vipaka, Chedana ,Bhedana,Deepana

Suvitha , et al .: Rasayana : A Safe Guarder Towards Non-Communicable Disease- Review Article ” : 2021; 4 (12):139-149 148 Table No.8 shows properties and actions of Nitya sevana dravyas NityaSevanaDravyas Properties Actions SaindhavaLavana Saindhava [32] is Madhura Rasa , light in natue, Anushna Virya,Hrydya, Tridoshagna,Vrisya And Agnideepanam In hypertension,its adviced to take Saindhava Lavana instead of Samudra Lavana due to its Hrydya ,AgniDeepana And Laghu Guna . Atherosclerosis is considered as predisposing factor to hypertension and viceversa. Lavana is endowed with Chedana property .So Saindhava Lavana helps in clear out plaques in blood vessels and due to its Deepana property prevent the ama accumulation in blood vessels. Due to its Hrydya ,it strengthens the heart and blood vessels. Amalaki Amalaki [33] is Pancha Rasa Pradhana Dravya except Lavana, SheetaVirya ,Tridoshangna ,having properties such as Deepana ,Pachana ,Vayasthapana,Medhya And Chakshushya. Amalaki improves digestion and metabolism, prevents ageing etc. Amalaki is rich with antioxidants vit C, helps to overcome the oxidative stress in body. Milk General properties of ksheera [34] includes Snigdha, Ojasyam,Dhatuvardhanam,MadhuraRasa,Vatapitta haram, Vryshyam, Guru and Sheetalam. Especially, Go Ksheera is identical with Dashaguna of Ojas. So it is considered as UktaRasayana . It is Jeevaniyam (prolongs life), Rasayanam (prevents ageing by improving the quality of RasadiDhatus ) , Medhyam and Balyam . Milk is considered as one of the integral part of human nutrition. Milk is a rich source of vitamins and minerals ,it includes potassium,vit B 12,vit A,D,E, calcium, conjugated linoleic acid and omega 3 fatty acids, beta carotene .Intake of milk in regular basis are linked with reducing many health risks such as diabetes,heart disease etc. Madhu Madhu [35] is Kashaya Madhura Rasa, Guru in nature, Sheeta in Virya , pacifies Pitta and Kapha ,chakshusyam. It is endowed with healing property. Due to its Chedana property ,it clears out fat accumulation in body. Honey is rich in phenolic acid and flavonoids and other antioxidants including glucose oxidase, catalase, ascorbic acid, carotenoid derivatives ,organic acids, amino acids and proteins. Ghrita Ghrita [36] is considered as Utama among all Sneha Dravyas. That which pacifies Vata and Pitta Ghrita is good for Rasa Dhatu, Sukra Dhatu and improves Ojas in body. Ghee is excellent source of vitamin E .Vitamin E has significant antioxidant properties and also linked to lowering the risk of cancer, arthritis, cardiovascular disorders etc .Ghee contains CLA ,it helps to combat cancer as well as cardiovascular disease. It is also having anti-inflammatory properties due to its large quantities of butyrate and fatty acid

Suvitha , et al .: Rasayana : A Safe Guarder Towards Non-Communicable Disease- Review Article ” : 2021; 4 (12):139-149 149 Table No.9.single and compound Rasayana Aushadi Single drugs Compound formulations 1.Amalaki- Vyasthapana,Chakshusya 2.Haritaki- Vyasthapana 3.Sankhapuspi-Medhya 4.Yastimadhu-Medhya 5.Mandukaparni- Medhya 6.Guduchi-Medhya,Agnivardhaka,Rasayana 7.Aswagandha- Balya 8.Arjuna- Hridya 9.Bhringaraja- Kesya 10.Loha- Raktavardhaka 1 Chavanaprash [37] - Especially in Swas,Kasa and in general wellbeing 2.Pippali Vardhaman [38] - PlihaRoga 3.Triphala Rasayana- Good for eyes 4.Silajatu Rasayana [39] -In Asmari 5.Tuvaraka Rasayana- Kushta

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