Efficacy of Ritu Haritaki (Haritaki with Saindhav) as Rasayana on naturally vitiated Vata Dosha in Varsha Ritu w.s.r. to quality of life

Abstract

Background: As Varsha Ritu is the season with least Bala, weakened Agni and Vata Dosha vitiation. The study included administering Haritaki combined with Saindhav across different parameters to thoroughly assess its effects. This research was aimed to provide insights into how this combination impacted various aspects of health during Varsha Ritu. Aim and Objectives: Study objectives were to assess the efficacy of Ritu Haritaki (Haritaki with Saindhav) as Rasayana and effect of Ritu Haritaki (Haritaki with Saindhav) in improving the quality of life, changes in the state of Mandagni and symptoms of vitiated Vata Dosha in Varsha Ritu. Materials and Methods: Total 20 apparently healthy volunteers were selected for the research work based on inclusion criteria. Prior administration of Ritu Haritaki (Haritaki with Saindhav) as Rasyana, Sanshodhan Karma was done. After that dosage of Haritaki started from 3 gm increased upto a maximum of 6 gm (max.), along with Saindhav having dose of 500 mg for 42 days once a day in evening time with lukewarm water. Results: The results were analysed using Wilcoxon Signed Rank test and paired t-test. Highly Significant results were obtained in pacifying Vriddha Vata and enhance digestive capacity. In the WHO QOL BREF, Domain 1 (Physical), Domain 2 (Psychological) showed highly significant results (p<0.001), Domain 3 showed significant result and Domain 4 showed moderately significant. Among hematological parameters-A highly significant result (p<0.001) was found in lowering F.B.S., S.Uric Acid, Total cholesterol including L.D.L. within normal limits. Conclusion: Ritu Haritaki (Haritaki with Saindhav) has shown wonderful effects on physical and psychological health making it excellent Rasayana to be used in Varsha Ritu.