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Study on Ayurveda for health and disease management

Unnikrishnan Payyappallimana et al.

December 2020

Ayurveda medicine / treatment

Naturopathy

Ayurveda is an ancient medical practice and, according to some ancient Ayurvedic texts, has even survived epidemics. It has proven to be a safe and effective method of treating new conditions. With its distinct holistic and natural approach , it has been successful in treating similar conditions. Several Ayurvedic plants are also being studied for their effectiveness in treating COVID-19.

The most important information on the study at a glance

Indications: Ayurveda, Covid-19, natural medicine
Institution: Center for Local Health Traditions & Policy, University of Transdisciplinary Health Sciences and Technology, Bengaluru, India
Title: Study on Ayurveda for health and disease management
Brief description: Study shows the effectiveness of Ayurveda in treating epidemics and new conditions through holistic, natural approaches.
Original title: The COVID-19 Pandemic and the Relevance of Ayurveda's Whole Systems Approach to Health and Disease Management
Link to the study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33121250/