Ayurvedic Perspective on Swine Flu
Partap
Chauhan BAMS
The swine flu epidemic has continued to spread and cause concern throughout the
world. Governments across the world have launched massive media campaigns to
create awareness among the general public on this disease. In spite of this, it
continues to spread and pose a threat to millions of people.
Swine flu (swine influenza, hog flu or pig flu) is caused by A-H1N1 virus. The
symptoms of swine flu are similar to those of regular seasonal flu. These
include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue.
These symptoms may also be accompanied by diarrhoea and vomiting. This flu
spreads mainly through personal contacts in the form of droplets created while
coughing or sneezing by a person infected with the flu.
Swine flu can be cured with timely diagnosis and administration of oseltamivir
phosphate (Tamiflu) pills. Tamiflu, however, as with any other modern medicines,
is not without side effects. There are a few serious ones that include adverse
effects on pregnant or nursing women and kidney patients. So it is always better
to take precautions and prevent the disease from occurring.
Ayurveda, the 5000 year old medical science based on natural systems, has some
excellent preventive and curative solutions to diseases such as swine flu. The
most significant aspect of these measures is that they are entirely based on
natural substances and, therefore, totally safe on the human body.
According to Ayurveda, swine flu is placed under a class of diseases called
Sannipataj Jvar. Sannipataj Jvar is basically triggered by an
aggravation of the three Doshas (Vata, Pitta and Kapha)
and a loss of Ojas in the body. Low Ojas is lack of immunity at
the physical level and absence of mental strength at the mind level. By
strengthening the Ojas you can easily prevent diseases like swine flu
from attacking you. Here are a few preventive tips:
Prevention:
Chyawanprash: Take 1 teaspoonful of this Ayurvedic tonic twice daily.
Kwatha (Decoction): Take 5 Tulasi (basil) leaves, 4 Kali Mirch (whole black pepper) beads, 3 Laung (clove) buds and 1 teaspoonful of fresh grated Adraka (ginger). Mix them in a glass of water and boil the entire mixture until the quantity of water is halved. Filter and add a teaspoonful of honey. Your Ayurvedic decoction is ready. Take this decoction twice daily.
Herbs: Mix ½ to 1 teaspoonful of Sitopaladi Churna with 1 teaspoonful of honey and have it twice daily.
Havan: Agnihotra or Havan is a nice way of purifying the environment. Use Ayurvedic herbs such as Guggul and Havan Samagri (mixture of herbs). Burn natural incense such as Chandan (sandal), lavender and Kesar (saffron) in order to sterilise your surroundings.
Golden Milk: Add ¼ teaspoonful of turmeric powder in a glass of warm milk. Drink it every night.
Avoid: For mental strength, avoid all junk foods and foods that are frozen, deep-fired or extremely sour.
Meditation: For spiritual power, do the Jiva Meditation on a daily basis.
Jivananda: Practice Jivananda lifestyle regimen regularly.
Hope the
above pieces of advice will help you fight the deadly virus naturally. They can
be followed even when you are continuing with modern medication.
We look forward to a healthier and happier you!
Do contact us for any questions you have.
Thanking You
Sincerely yours,
Dr. Partap Chauhan, Ayurvedacharya
Jiva Ayurveda