Open AccessAYURVEDA FOR PREGNANT WOMEN DURING COVID-19 ERA – A REVIEW
Author(s) -
B. Supriya,
Shivaraj B. Patil
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
epra international journal of research and development
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2455-7838
DOI - 10.36713/epra8760
Subject(s) - covid-19 , pregnancy , medicine , regimen , disease , intensive care medicine , obstetrics , infectious disease (medical specialty) , biology , genetics
The Novel corona virus disease (COVID-19) is highly communicable viral infection caused by SARS-CoV 2. WHO mentions that pregnant women or recently pregnant women seem to have an increased risk of developing severe COVID-19. Due to physiological changes in the body and immune system, pregnant women can be badly affected by respiratory infections. It is therefore important that they take precautions to protect themselves against COVID-19. Overall, 10% of pregnant women suffered from COVID-19. Ayurveda mentions Garbhini paricharya (antenatal care of the pregnant) which recommends ahara (dietary regimen) and vihara (specific activity for physical, emotional and mental wellbeing) that is required for the safe motherhood and healthy progeny. Here is an attempt to understand how Garbhini paricharya helps in preventing corona.KEY WORDS: Garbhini paricharya, COVID-19, Pregnancy