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Kasahar Dashemani Dravya

Book - STUDENT’S HAND BOOK- Skill Genie

STUDENT’S HAND BOOK- Skill Genie(Higher Education Department, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh) 

http://www.apcce.gov.in/KM/Skill%20Genie%20event/Skill_genie.pdf

poster - Nutritional regimen for healthy skin

Nutritional Regimen Essential For Healthy SKin

Nutritional Regimen Essential  For Healthy Skin [1.03.2015]

Constituents of Fruits & Vegetables beneficial for skin  

•Amalaki – Vit A,C

•Stawberry – Malic acid

•Apple –Vit C

•Carrot- Vit A

•Lemon – vit C

•Spinach –Anti-oxidant ,Vit A, E, K,C

•Beetroot – Anthocyanins

•Pumpkin seeds – Zinc

•Sweet potato – Vit. A

•Tomato –Lycopene  ,Vit C

Introduction

Nutrients & micronutrients  for skin

1]Macronutrients (carbohydrates,  proteins and lipids ) and micronutrients (vitamins and nutritionally essential minerals ) work together to maintain the barrier functions of skin in the face of everyday challenges.

2] Nutrients in foods that benefit skin also tend to benefit other body systems and overall health.

3] An anti-aging diet rich in variety of antioxidant-rich, nutrient-dense foods such as; fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes,  nuts, and seeds is the easiest and most gratifying way to protect your skin from the inside out.

4] Antioxidants are chemicals that protect cells by neutralising the effects of factors such as the sun, pollution, wind, temperature, emotions, metabolism and excess oxygen.

5]Common antioxidants are vitamins A, C, E and beta carotene.

6] The special function of antioxidants is to protect your cells by fighting free radicals. They engulf free radical cells, thereby counteracting their attacks and eliminating them from the body.

•Vit A : Reduces wrinkles, increases blood flow, decreases sebum production and treats acne brilliantly, promotes a healthy cellular membrane ,prevents dryness, rebuild skin tissue. e.g. Green leafy vegetables, Carrots, Pumpkin, Sweet potato, Dried apricot, Papaya etc.

•Zinc : Anti-oxidant, improve wound healing, DNA synthesis, and cell division, anti-inflammatory and protects against UV radiation. e.g.   fresh oysters, pumpkin seeds, ginger, nuts, oats, and eggs.

•Vit C: Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, reduces  wrinkles  and preventing sagging skin by improving the elasticity, protect from UV rays, wound healing.  e.g. Citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruit, strawberries, cabbage, cauliflower

•Silica :  Reduced skin elasticity, wound healing , vital for healthy skin. Silica deficiency can result in reduced skin elasticity.   e.g.  green beans, strawberries, cucumber, mango, celery, asparagus.   

•Vit  K : Reduces the dark circles.  e.g. Spinach, Peas, cabbage, sprouts, soybeans, Grapes, Kiwi, fish, eggs 

•Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Anti- inflammatory, reduce the risk of skin cancer,  whiteheads,  blackheads. skin repair, because the body cannot produce its own EFAs, they must be obtained through the diet. e.g. cauliflower, spinach, grape leaves, strawberries

•Selenium:  Antioxidant mineral responsible for tissue elasticity,  prevent skin cancer,  protect the skin from damage from excessive ultraviolet light. healing burn injuries, acts as anti-aging, to cure acne, anti-inflammatory.e.g. wheat germ, seafood, garlic, nuts, eggs, brown rice, and whole-wheat bread

•Vitamin E: Antioxidant, moisturizer, prevent skin cancers.  reduces the appearance of wrinkles, and, when applied topically, soothes dry or rough skin, wound healing, anti-aging, effective in sunburn, cleansing agent. e.g. Wheat germ oil, sunflower seeds, sunflower oils, almonds, spinach, peaches, tomatoes, cabbage, asparagus.

 

PHYSICO-CHEMICAL EVALUATION OF KASAHAR CHOORNA FROM CHARKOKTA MAHAKASHAY Dr. Vidya N. Sawant* and Dr. Shobha A. Khilari

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Research article - PHYSICO-CHEMICAL EVALUATION OF KASAHAR CHOORNA FROM CHARKOKTA MAHAKASHAY

Dr. Vidya N. Sawant* and Dr.Shobha  A. Khilari

http://www.wjpps.com/download/article/1533030698.pdf

 

 

Kasahar dashemani Choorna - Physico chemical evaluation

PHYSICO-CHEMICAL EVALUATION OF KASAHAR CHOORNA FROM CHARKOKTA MAHAKASHAY

Dr. Mrs. Vidya N. Sawant ^*1, Dr. Mrs. Shobha A. Khilari ²

1.      Assi. Prof. Dept. of Dravyaguna, Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed to be University College of Ayurved, Pune Maharashtra, 411043.

2.      Asso. Prof. Dept. of Dravyaguna, Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed to be University College of Ayurved, Pune Maharashtra, 411043.

ABSTRACT

Medicinal plants mentioned in Charaka Samhita many centuries ago are recorded with complete understanding of various dimension reflected to their usage. Mahakashaya is important source from which we can get various drugs options for day to day practice and can use it effectively in simple manner. Kasahar Dashemani is recommended by Charak in the management of Kasa (cough) Vyadhi (disease). The aim of the present study was to investigate the presence of physicochemical & preliminary phytochemical test of Kasahar Dashemani Choorna (Powder). Pharmacognostic studies of Ayurvedic compound formulation i.e. Choorna (Powder), Kwath (Decoction), etc. ensure standardization parameters which will help and prevents adulterations. Such studies will help to ensures reproducible quality of herbal products which will lead to safety and efficacy of natural products. The present investigation reveals standardization of Kasahar Dashemani Choorna which includes determination of loss on drying, total ash, acid insoluble ash, water extractives, alcohol extractives and T.L.C. The study divulges presence of certain chemical constituents like carbohydrates, saponins, proteins, alkaloid, glycosides, terpenoids, tannin, steroids, flavonoids.

KEYWORDS: Kasahar Dashemani Choorna (Powder), Physicochemical, Phytochemical 

 

 

fruits & its Medicinal Value

Fruits & its Medicinal Value

Dr. Mrs. Vidya N. Sawant (Assi. Prof.) M.D. Ph.D Scholar,

Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Ayurved   Dravyaguna Vigyana Department- Pune -43.  

       

Introduction

Fruits are symbols of good health and love. Every fruit has a different quality and benefit to share. Fruits are related to immortal behavior. The logic of fruits and immortality is simple to understand. The underground seeds of fruits depict new beginnings. These grow and give us new seeds. Thus, repeated process that does not end is easy to relate to immortality.

Fruit has been recognized as a good source of vitamins and minerals, and for their role in preventing vitamin C and vitamin A deficiencies. Fruit are important sources of many nutrients, including potassium, fiber, vitamin C and folic acid. The nutrients in fruit are vital for health and maintenance of your body.

In common language usage, "fruit" normally means the fleshy seed-associated structures of a plant that are sweet or sour and edible in the raw state, such as apples, oranges, grapes, strawberries, bananas, and lemons etc.

Table No. 1- Fruits & Nutritional Values

No.	Sanskrit name	Family	Scientific  name	Nutritional value
1	Amra (mango)	Anacardiaceae	Mangifera indica Linn	Vit A,B,D, C++, Citric acid, galic acid, Protein, carbohydrate, calcium, riboflavin, Iron , folate, pantothenic acid, Vit B6,E,C,K
2	Kathara(Jack fruit)	Moraceae	Artocarpus integrifolia Linn.	Fruit -Vit A,C, Protein Seed – Vit B1,B2
3	Kadali(Banana)	Musaceae	Musa sapientum Linn.	Sugar, Vit C, B, riboflavin, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, mangenese, iron, sodium, copper, zinc, selenium, Vit A,B1, B2, niacin,
4	Narikel (coconut)	Palmae	Cocos nucifera Linn.	Vit C, B1, E, A
5	Kalindam (Watermelon)	Cucurbitaceae	Citrullus vulgaris Schrad	Pectin, citrulline , protein, carbohydrate,calcium,
6	Kharbujam ( Melon)	Cucurbitaceae	Cucumis melo Linn.	Vit A, B1, B2, C, protein , carbohyadrate
7	Bilva	Rutaceae	Aegle marmelos Corr.	Pectin, Marmelosin
8	Kapittha (Wood Apple,,Elephant Apple)	Rutaceae	Feronia elephantum Correa	Riboflavin, Vit C, Pectin, protein , carbohyadrate, calcium
9	Narang (Orange)	Rutaceae	Citrus reticulata Blanco	Oil – limonene, petitgrain oil.  Vit C,  B, A, pectin, carbohyadrate, protein , calcium,
10	Tinduk (Gaub Persimon)	Ebenaceae	Diospyros embryopterisPers.	Tanin, oil, pectin- fruit
11	Raj jambu (Jambul tree)	Myrtaceae	Syzygium cumini Skeel	Ellagic acid
12	Lovely (Star goose berry)	Euphorbiaceae	Phyllanthus distichus Muell	Acetic acid , tannin, saponin, galic acid, protein
13	Makhanna (Fox nut, Gorgon fruit)	Nymphaeaceae	Euryale ferox Salisb.	Protein, carbohydrate, carotene
14	Shrungtakam (Water caltrops)	Onagraceae	Trapa bispinosa Roxb.	Manganese, starch
15	Dadim (pomegranate)	Punicaceae	Punica granatum Linn.	Gallotonic acid, pelletierine
16	Draksha (grapes)	Vitaceae	Vitis vinifera Linn.	Sugar, Mallic acid, resveratrol. Vitamin-C, vitamin A, vitamin K, carotenes, B-complex vitamins such as pyridoxine, riboflavin, and thiamin.
17	Kharjur (Date)	Palmae	Phoenix sylvestris Roxb.
18	Vatad (Almond)	Rosaceae	Prunus amygdalus Batsch.
19	Sevam (Apple)	Rosaceae	Pyrus malus Linn.	Phlorizin, amygladin, malic acid, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, mangenese, iron, sodium, copper, zinc. Vit A,B1, B2, niacin,folate, pantothenic acid, Vit B6,E,C,K
20	Akshot (Walnut)	Juglandaceae	Juglans regia Linn.	Vit A, C, B, Magnesium, Iodine , Potassium , Sodium
21	Nimbuk (lime)	Rutaceae	Citrus medica Var. acida	Citric acid, Vit C
22	Mishtanimbu (sweet lime)	Rutaceae	Citrus lemettioides Tanaka
23	Kamarakh (Karambola)	Oxalidaceae	Averrhoa carambola Linn.	Vit A, acid potassium oxalate
24	Amlika (Tamarind)	Leguminosae	Tamarindus indica Linn.	Citric acid, tartaric acid, potassium bitartrate
25	Vrukshamla (Kokum)	Guttiferae	Garcinia indica Chois.	Mallic acid

Table No. 2- Fruit colour, Photochemical & Functions

No.	Fruit Colour	Photochemical	Functions
1	Red (high in Vit C- helps encourage cellular renewal)	Carotenoids (lycopene), anthocyanins	Lycopene- reduce damage from free radicals, prevents heart disease, cancer, prostrate problems, reduces the skin damage from the sun, help memory function, urinary tract health, and makes your heart healthy.  e.g Tomato, Apple, Strawberries
2	Orange (orange foods also give us the right amount of potassium and vitamin A)	Carotenoids	Carotenoids repair DNA and help prevent cancer and heart disease, as well as strengthening our vision, keeps our eyes and skin healthy, and protects against infections. e.g. Pumpkin, Carrot
3	Yellow	vitamin C	High in antioxidants, keeps teeth and gums healthy, helps to heal cuts, improves the mucus membranes, helps to absorb iron, prevents inflammation, improves circulation, prevents heart disease. e.g Banana
4	Green	sulforaphane and indoles & vitamin K	Prevent cancer, well for the circulatory system and have good vitamin B and minerals. Help for good vision, maintaining strong bones and teeth
5	White /Greenish	Allicin and allium	Anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-viral, prevent cancer and heart disease.  e.g Garlic, Mushroom
6	Blue/ Indigo	Anthocyanins & phenolics,  vitamin C	Anti-aging, antioxidants, prevent heart disease, help memory function and urinary tract health , reduce free radical damage e.g. Blueberries

Table No. 3- Fruits &its Karma (actions)

No	Name of fruits	Karma (actions)
1	Amra (mango)	Vrushya, Balya, Mamsa vardhak
2	Kathara(Jack fruit)	Pakva phal – Balya, Apakva phala- Vishthambhi Beej – Vrushya, Vibandhkarak
3	Kadali (Banana)	Pakva phal- vishthambhi, Balya, Vrushya
4	Narikel (coconut)	Phala- Balya,Brumhan,Mootral Narikel Jala- Hrudya, Trushna shamak, Mootral
5	Kalindam (Watermelon)	Grahi, Avrushya
6	Kharbujam ( Melon)	Vrushya, Mootral, Balya, Sarak
7	Bilva	Medicinal purpose- Bal Bilva (unripe fruit) Deepan,Grahi
8	Kapittha (Wood Apple,,Elephant Apple)	Apakva phala – Grahi,svarabhed janak, Pakva phala – Ggrahi,Trushna shaman
9	Narang (Orange)	Hrudya ,Rochan
10	Tinduk (Gaub Persimon)	Raktapitta shaman, Pakva phala- Stambhan
11	Raj jambu (Jambul tree)	Grahi
12	Lovely (Star goose berry)	Arshoghna , Ashmarighna
13	Makhanna (Fox nut, Gorgon fruit)	Balya, Vrushya, Garbhasthapan
14	Shrungtakam (Water caltrops)	Grahi, Vrushya
15	Dadim (pomegranate)	Deepan,Hrudya,Grahi
16	Draksha (grapes)	Vrushya, Jwarahar, Kasahar, Anuloman
17	Kharjur (Date)	Brumhan , Vrushya
18	Vatad (Almond)	Balya, Vrushya, Brumhan
19	Sevam (Apple)	Grahi,Brumhan
20	Akshot (Walnut)	Medha Vardhak,Balya,Vrushya, Brumhan
21	Nimbuk (lime)	Rochan,Deepan,Pachan, Vatanuloman
22	Mishtanimbu (Sweet lime)	Balya,Brumhan,Rochan
23	Kamarakh (Karambola)	Grahi
24	Amlika (Tamarind)	Pakva- Deepan,Sara
25	Vrukshamla (Kokum)	Rochan,Deepan