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Subject :   CONTEMPLATING THE PROSPECTS OF NUTRITIONAL TRENDS
                 WITH SPECIAL RESPECT TO NUTRACEUTICALS

    

Presenter :  Dr. SMITHA M- 3rd MD SCHOLAR, Dept. of Swasthavritha, GAVC, TVPM

Date and Time    :   27/03/2018,  02:00 pm 

Venue                  :   Anatomy Hall

Co-ordinator

Bodhika 2018

Intimation for weekly common seminar- 07/03/2018

Intimation for weekly common seminar- 07/03/2018

 

DEPARTMENT :  SWASTHAVRITHAM

 GOVT. AYURVEDA COLLEGE , THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

Subject :   CONTEMPLATING THE PROSPECTS OF NUTRITIONAL TRENDS
                 WITH SPECIAL RESPECT TO NUTRACEUTICALS

    

Presenter :  Dr. SMITHA M- 3rd MD SCHOLAR 

Date and Time    :   07/03/2018,  02:00 pm 

Venue                  :   Auditorium

Abstract of Paper

TITLE  :- CONTEMPLATING THE PROSPECTS OF NUTRITIONAL TRENDS

                 WITH SPECIAL RESPECT TO NUTRACEUTICALS

                Dr. SMITHA M, 3^RD MD SCHOLAR, DEPARTMENT OF SWASTHAVRITHAM

GOVERNMENT AYURVEDA COLLEGE, TRIVANDRUM, KERALA

              Nutrition may be defined as “the science of food and its relationship to health”. Nutrition can be classified into human nutrition, clinical nutrition, and public health nutrition; they deal with individual humans, therapeutic aspects and community aspects respectively. The term nutraceutical is combination of two words – nutrition and pharmaceutical. Nutraceutical product is a food or fortified food product that not only supplements the diet but also assists in treating or preventing disease, so provides medical benefits. It can be any product derived from food sources with extra health benefits in addition to the basic nutritional value found in foods. Nutraceuticals may be used to improve health, prevent chronic diseases, postpone the ageing process, or just support functions and integrity of the body. A wide range of nutraceuticals have been shown to impose crucial roles in immune status and susceptibility to certain disease states. There should be a balance between high energy and nutrient content required for growth and development and establishing a healthy diet with weight control in association with regular physical exercise. The diet for a child should be focussed on natural fresh sources of energy and nutrients while selection of ingredients in geriatric population should be different. Although the concept of nutraceuticals is gaining more popularity recently, its roots can be traced to the ancient Indian system of medicine, Ayurveda. Indian traditional recipes has a strong link with the dietetic rules of Ayurveda. Majority of the trends have originated as per the need of population and the environment in which they are living. And are designed to provide the nutritional needs of different population strata. A healthy diet should provide the body with essential nutrients and should lower the health risks. Providing such traditional recipes which are cost effective, easily available, procurable and conducive to the targeted population is the best alternative to the costly health supplements especially for a developing country like India in offering nutraceutical benefits either in preventive or curative manner. Proper knowledge of Ayurvedic dietetics and its application in our daily routine is essential for a healthy long life. 

                                                                                  

                                                                        Dr.C.S.Sivakumar                                                                                                   (Coordinator- Bodhika 2017-18)

Intimation for weekly common seminar- 13/09/2017

Intimation for weekly common seminar- 13/09/2017

 

DEPARTMENT :  RASASASTRA & BHAISHAJYAKALPNANA,

 GOVT. AYURVEDA COLLEGE , THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

Subject :  1. ARE AYURVEDIC PRESCRIPTIONS COST EFFECTIVE???

             2. KUPIPAKWA RASAYANA:- FROM PREPARATION TO PRESCRIPTION

    

Presenters :  1.  Dr. KRISHNAVENI. R - 3^RD MD SCHOLAR 

                     2.  Dr. PARVATHY.S - 3^RD MD SCHOLAR 

Date and Time    :   13/09/2017,  02:00 pm 

Venue                  :   Auditorium

Abstract of Paper I

TITLE  :- ARE AYURVEDIC PRESCRIPTIONS COST EFFECTIVE???

                Dr. KRISHNAVENI. R, 3^RD MD SCHOLAR, DEPARTMENT OF RASASHASTRA AND BHAISAJYA KALPANA

GOVERNMENT AYURVEDA COLLEGE TRIVANDRUM, KERALA

INTRODUCTION

Ayurveda market like any other industry solely depends upon the demand supply concept. WHO estimates that 4 billion people, 80 % of the world's population, presently use herbal medicines as TM or CAM for primary healthcare. The demand for plant based medicines, neutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, food supplement, cosmetics etc. is increasing. With increasing medicine demand there is an increasing expenditure on healthcare. Globally, India is known to have one of the highest out-of-pocket expenditures on health care which is reflective on India’s healthcare tourism website and AYUSH details the cost of Ayurvedic treatment packages on various chronic illnesses from 300- 30,000 INR for a period of 7-28 days.

METHODOLOGY

The study is a Qualitative research using in-depth survey to collect the data and use content analysis to explain the data. Survey consists of structured questionnaire probing on

1.    Inventory space and sales of various Ayurvedic products (both classical and value 

      added) in major pharmaceutical retail outlets.

2.  Cost comparing of these in Low Back Ache based on a two week prescription

      provided to patients, selected through a prescription audit.

RESULTS, ANALYSIS & DISCUSSION

          Study revealed higher demand for OTC Ayurvedic products especially cosmetics in the market which is reflecting in the shelf space of Major Retail outlets. It is also seen that there are significant price fluctuations in Ayurvedic prescription pattern for this disease with both traditional as well as value added products being prescribed. On Comparing traditional and value added products, there is a sharp increase in market price for the later per dosage due to inherent manufacturing and dispensing costs. Yet, these value added modifications are meeting consumer needs because of their ease in administration, shelf life and by being travel friendly. Study will probe the merits and demerits of the value additions. This in turn will help in better understanding of these products, prescribing a more rational and cost effective Ayurvedic management. It is also essential to encourage doctors to prescribe traditional drugs for treatment to help and implement effective cost control.

Keywords: value addition, prescription audit, cost effectiveness, patient compliance.

Abstract of Paper II

 KUPIPAKWA RASAYANA:-  FROM PREPARATION TO PRESCRIPTION

PARVATHY.S- 3^RD MD SCHOLAR, DEPARTMENT OF RASASHASTRA AND BHAISAJYA KALPANA

GOVERNMENT AYURVEDA COLLEGE TRIVANDRUM, KERALA

INTRODUCTION

      Rasa sastra enumerates the study of metals and minerals, with respect to their therapeutic utility. Kupipakwa rasayanas are one of the potent group of mercurial preparations mentioned in Rasa sastra. They are unique with respect to preparation, dosage and therapeutic activity. For this reason one need to know the various commonly used kupipakwa rasayanas, with respect to their method of preparation, dose, duration, anupanas, complications and management.

METHODOLOGY

    The methodology followed was literary review and exploring possible practical applications of the same in clinical practice.

RESULTS, ANALYSIS & DISCUSSION

       Though well explained in textbooks, rarely does kupipakwa rasayanas find a place in a prescription. But most of the OTC drugs includes kupipakwas, much to our ignorance. Complication while administration will also be discussed here in. With proper study and evaluation,kupipakwa rasayanas can be incorporated into daily clinical practice if judiciously administered in proper matra and anupana.

                                                                                  

                                                                         Dr C S Sivakumar                                                                                                        (Coordinator- Bodhika 2017)

Intimation for weekly common seminar- 16/08/2017

Intimation for weekly common seminar- 16/08/2017

 

DEPARTMENT : Salakyatantra

 GOVT. AYURVEDA COLLEGE , THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

SUBJECT           :  1. COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME

                      2. A CASE REPORT

Presenters      :   1. Dr. DHANISHA B K , Final year P.G Scholar

                          2.Dr. ANJALI S, Final year P.G Scholar

Date and Time   :    09/08/2017,  02:00 pm 

COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME *DHANISHA B K 

  Visual display units have become an integral part of our day to day life due to technological advancement. In the present scenario, near work exceeds the normal ability of visual apparatus, by the use of self-illuminating personal computers, mobile phones and the latest gadgets for accessing web world and quick computation. According to National Institute of Occupational Safety and health, CVS affects 90% of the people who spend 4 hours or more a day at computers for prolonged periods.

Computer Vision Syndrome, also referred to as Digital Eye Strain, describes a group of eye and vision-related problems that result from prolonged computer, tablet, ereader and cell phone use. Symptomatology include asthenopic symptoms like head ache, eye strain, ocular surface symptoms like watering, dry eye, burning sensation, grittiness and redness, visual symptoms like blurred vision, double vision, and extra ocular symptoms like neck pain, shoulder pain, back pain, carpel tunnel syndrome, memory loss, sleep disturbances etc. Common investigations required are schirmer tests, tear film break up time and visual acuity assessment. 

Nidanas cause vatakopa in the body, which get localized in the netra and produce symptoms rooksha varthma , sisirasrutha , sushka akshi, pamsupoornabhanetratha, nimeshonmeshanam krichrath-Difficulty in opening eyes especially during waking up ,Aviladarsana, Mild pain and redness which can be co-related with krichronmeela or vata abishyandha. When there occurs association of pitta, it will result in condition called suskakshipaka. If proper intervention is not applied in this stage, disease progresses to pilla stage.

  General line of management involve judicious counselling regarding the use of VDT, Vata samana measures internally and locally,Vata pitta hara treatment if associated with pitta. Medicine of choice is that of krichronmeelana, vatabishyandha and sushkakshipaka in the primary stages and if complicated, treatment of pilla roga is required. Snigdha and santharpana treatment prescribed by Acharya Vagbhata for eyes affected by electric spark, heat and bright light can be adopted. Strict adherence to pathya apathya is advised . If professionals who use VDT more than 4 hrs daily follow proper ergonomics mentioned in precautions to be taken while using computers, and adopt these regimen as dinacharya, they can protect their eyes from falling prey to CVS and those who are already affected can prevent further regression in eye health as well as development of complications.

CASE REPORT

SENSORINEURAL HEARING LOSS AS A SEQUELAE OF BACTERIAL

MENINGITIS – AN AYURVEDIC APPROACH                     *ANJALI S

Bacterial meningitis is the most common cause of acquired sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) in children. It accounts for approximately 60–90% of all acquired cases of postlingual (late onset) SNHL cases. Cochlea is the primary locus of meningogenic lesions, including damages to hair cells, supporting cells, stria vascularis and spiral ligament. It has been reported that otoacoustic emissions (OAEs) are abolished in children with SNHL following newly diagnosed bacterial meningitis, suggesting outer hair cell damage.

  The primary objective of this paper is to discuss the multidimensional action of Ayurvedic management in SNHL as a sequelae of bacterial meningitis with the support of clinical trial conducted in department of Salakyatantra, Govt. Ayurveda college, Trivandrum. It was a diagnosed case of profound sensorineural deafness as a sequelae of Bacterial Meningitis. Hearing aid trail was made from National Institute of Speech and Hearing, but poor benefit from hearing aid, so they advised to undergo Cochlear implantation. After completing 3 courses of Ayurvedic IP management hearing aid trail was successful and he can discriminate speech. 

The methodology of the studies will be included in the presentation. Observations showed that Ayurvedic protocol management was found to be effective in improving hearing and discriminating power. It was evaluated by audiogram. Further research work should be carried out in large sample size to substantiate its efficacy. Presentation also aims to highlight the importance of propagating this cost effective treatment among Ayurvedic community.

                                                                                      Dr C S Sivakumar,

                                                                                      Co-ordinator, Seminar Committee

Intimation for weekly common seminar- 02/08/2017

Intimation for weekly common seminar- 02/08/2017

 

DEPARTMENT : PRASOOTITANTRA & STREEROGA

 GOVT. AYURVEDA COLLEGE , THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

SUBJECT           :  ENDOMETRIOSIS

Presenters      :   1. Dr. LIJIMA C , Final year P.G Scholar
                          2.Dr. ROSNI K, Final year P.G Scholar

Date and Time   :    02/08/2017,  02:00 pm 

                                                                                      Dr C S Sivakumar,
                                                                                      Co-ordinator, Seminar Committee

Intimation for weekly common seminar -19/07/2017

Intimation for weekly common seminar -19/07/2017

DEPARTMENT :   PANCHAKARMA, GOVT. AYURVEDA COLLEGE , TVPM

Subject      :  1.Nirooha vasthi - Rationale behind preparation & Administration
                 2.Mode of Action of Snehapana w.r.t Lipid Metabolism

    

Presenters :  1.  Dr. Jisha P Janardhanan, Final year P.G Scholar 

                    2. Dr. Peeyush P Kumar, Final year P.G Scholar 

                                                                      ABSTRACT

      Date and Time   : 19/07/2017  02:00 pm 

     Venue              : Auditorium



                                                                                         Dr. C.S. Sivakumar
                                                                                         Co ordinator, Bodhika-2017.

Intimation for weekly common seminar- 12/07/2017

Intimation for weekly common seminar- 12/07/2017

 

DEPARTMENT : KAUMARABHRITYA

 GOVT. AYURVEDA COLLEGE , THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

Subject           :  HYDROCEPHALUS

Presenters      :   1. Dr. Tinku Sasi , Final year P.G Scholar
                          2.Dr. Reshma R.G, Final year P.G Scholar

Date and Time   :    12/07/2017,  02:00 pm 

       Abstract of Paper          

   

Hydrocephalus is a clinical condition in Paediatric neurosurgical practices characterised by abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid which may be due to obstruction in the flow of CSF or due to inequlibrium in the production and reabsorption of CSF. This may lead to the dilation of ventricular system with corresponding compressive effects on the brain parenchyma due to increased intracranial pressure. The condition is mainly classified based on its pathology as obstructive (non-communicating) and non-obstructive (communicating) type. The management modalities are different as per the different clinical features and pathologies. Ventriculo peritoneal shunt is the gold standard of treatment but endoscopic 3 rd ventriculostomy is gaining its prominence as an alternative. The prognosis depends on aetiology, intracranial pressure, extend of neuronal damage and the timing of diagnosis and treatment. In Ayurvedic treatise namely Bhaishajya Ratnavali, condition similar to Hydrocephalus is explained in the name of Sheershambu/ Jalasheershakam. Various kinds of Hydrocephalus, its pathophysiology, management and complications along with features of Sheershamburoga in Ayurvedic treatises are reviewed. 

A single case study showing the effectiveness of timely Ayurvedic intervention in the management of hydrocephalus with improvements in the gross motor and cognitive areas is also included under this section. The case consisted of a 6 month old irritable baby who presented with complaints of high pitched cry, global developmental delay, bulged anterior fontanel, prominent scalp veins and a sunsetsign in eyes. In the acute phase of management, line of treatment of Sheershamburoga was done and the increased intracranial pressure symptoms were relieved. In the next phase, the developmental delay was managed as Sirogatha Vatavyadhi. Within one course of treatment the child showed considerable gross motor and cognitive improvement which revealed that Ayurvedic interventions can be used in the management of hydrocephalus and its sequelae of developmental disabilities with diagnosis and treatment at an early age and through proper understanding of the vyadhyavastha.

Key Words: Hydrocephalus, Seershamburoga

                                                                                      Dr C S Sivakumar,
                                                                                      Co-ordinator, Seminar Committee