An Ayurvedic pragmatic approach to Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis vis-à-vis Yakritodara
Abstract
Liver is considered to be the key organ of the body as it is concerned with filtration, metabolism, detoxification and other vital functions. Non Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) represents a part of a wide spectrum of Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). NASH is typically associated with Obesity, Type II Diabetes, Dyslipidemia and the Metabolic Syndrome. Epidemiological studies suggest the prevalence of NAFLD is around 9% to 32% of general population in India with a higher prevalence in those with Obesity and Diabetes. It can be understood that the Nidana and Samprapti of Yakritodara is similar to the etiopathogenesis of Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). Ayurveda known for its safe and cost effective medication has a great potential in treating NASH. Virechana being the most suitable Shodhana Karma is indicated in liver disorders in Bahu Doshavastha and Srotorodha. Hence, it is the need of the hour to search an effective and safe Hepatoprotective ideal remedy from the Ayurvedic treasure of therapeutics for the welfare of mankind.
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