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DEEPANIYA MAHAKASHAYA: A NATURAL BOOST FOR METABOLISM

Authors: Dr. Jannatun Rehan1*, Prof. Dr. Rakesh Sharma2;

DEEPANIYA MAHAKASHAYA: A NATURAL BOOST FOR METABOLISM

Abstract

Deepaniya Mahakashaya is a classical group of ten herbal drugs described by Acharya Charaka: Pippali, Pippalimoola, Chavya, Chitraka, Shringavera, Amlavetas, Marich, Ajmoda, Bhallatak, Hingu Niryas. He had explained 500 herbs in Shadvirechanshatashriya Chapter of Bhesajchatushka.[1] The term “Deepaniya” denotes substances that stimulates Jatharagni and Dhatvagni thereby playing a crucial role in maintaining metabolic balance. These Dravayas helps to ignite metabolism and promote appetite. Deepana, the appetizer component stimulates Agnimahabhuta and does not digest the Ama (undigested metabolic waste). Acharya Charaka had given the concept of Tryoupasthamba among which Ahara is considered as one of the fundamental pillar of life[2] and is crucial for sustenance, strength, complexion, vitality and preventing disease, acting as a primary source for nourshing Dhatus, balancing Tridoshas and building Ojas. A sedentary lifestyle characterized by prolonged sitting, minimal physical activity, irregular food habits and psychological stress has become a major contributor to metabolic disorder in the present era. Such a lifestyle leads to Agnimandhya and Kapha-Vata Prakopa, resulting in improper digestion, accumulation of Ama and obstruction of Srotas. Impairment of Agni is considered as a root cause of many disorders. The drugs included in this group possess predominantly Katu-Tikta rasa, Laghu-Ruksha guna and Usna virya which helps in stimulating appetite, promotes gut motility and facilitate proper nutrient assimilation. It acts as a natural metabolic stimulant by enhancing enzyme activity supporting hepatic metabolism. It serves as an effective and safe, natural and holistic Ayurvedic approach to restore metabolic balance and maintaining overall health in individuals.

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(4-(m-Chlorophenylcarbamoyloxy)-2-butynyl)trimethylammonium Chloride/administration & dosage

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