Kushta is the broad spectrum word used in Ayurveda to describe all the skin diseases under one heading, which is mainly classified into Mahakushta and Kshudra Kushta. Ekakushta is one among the Kshudra Kushta. It is of prime importance due to its chronicity and severity which involves larger extent of the body. In contemporary science, Ekakushta can be compared to Plaque Psoariasis, In the present case study, we have reported 39 years old male patient came with the complaints of severe dryness of the skin along with white scaly powdery discharged skin lesions all over the body associated with severe itching. The treatment protocol adopted here are Antah Parimarjana Chikitsa (Shodhana) and Bahir Parimarjana Chikitsa (Sarvanga Pariseka and Jaloukavacharana) and Shamanoushadhis. After treatment, patient got satisfactory results and complaints are reduced by 60-70%.
Winter in India poses several health challenges, including increased susceptibility to respiratory infections, weakened immunity, and reduced metabolic activity, leading to a growing interest in nutraceuticals derived from traditional medicinal plants. This review highlights ten commonly used winter nutraceuticals Allium cepa, Allium sativum, Cinnamomum verum, Curcuma longa, Phyllanthus emblica, Glycyrrhiza glabra, Moringa oleifera, Ocimum sanctum, Piper nigrum, and Zingiber officinale that play a vital role in strengthening immunity, improving respiratory health, and maintaining overall well-being during the cold season. These plants are rich in bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, polyphenols, alkaloids, and essential oils, which exhibit antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties. The integration of these nutraceuticals into the winter diet not only aligns with India’s traditional Ayurvedic wisdom but also offers a natural and preventive approach to maintaining health and combating seasonal ailments.
The eight branches of Ayurveda are referred to as Ashtang Ayurveda. Kaya, Bala, Graha, Urdhwanga, Shalya, Drashta, Jara, and Vrushan are among them. Drashta, in this context, refers to the study of poisons. Numerous circumstances, such as biting, consuming improper chemicals, and applying a material paste to the body's surface, can result in poisoning. According to Acharya Sushruta, there are sixteen different kinds of sadansha. One is dispersed by a structure resembling a needle, such as honeybees, scorpions, etc. In rural and Ayurvedic medicine, honey is one of the most widely used substances. There is a possibility of being attacked by honeybees while collecting honey. Honeybees sting the area where they attack. It results in excruciating localised pain and inflammation. Occasionally, it becomes more deadly, and the patient passes away from anaphylactic shock. Lepa karma is one of the 24 poisoning therapy strategies offered by Ayurveda. According to Acharya Sharangadhar, Langlyadi lepa works well for kita visha. Thus, the current study evaluates Langlyadi lepa's effectiveness in honeybee stings in albino mice.
