Adopting seasonal regimen (Ritucharya) to modulate the seasonal variation in gut microbiome
Abstract The science of Ayurveda with its strong and unique fundamentals holds its domain forever amidst all scientific and medical advancements. The concept of Shadkriyakala (the different phases of disease formation) holds relevance in preventive medicine and public health management as it provide...
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doaj-28cb05d12e764bb4bd772c3f527db4262021-05-16T11:35:37ZengBMCJournal of Ethnic Foods2352-61812021-05-01811910.1186/s42779-021-00078-4Adopting seasonal regimen (Ritucharya) to modulate the seasonal variation in gut microbiomeDeepthi. R0Vandana Rani M1Delvin T. Robin2Anusree Dileep3Department of Swastha Vrittam (Social and Preventive Medicine), Amrita School of Ayurveda, Amrita Vishwa VidyapeethamDepartment of Swastha Vrittam (Social and Preventive Medicine), Amrita School of Ayurveda, Amrita Vishwa VidyapeethamDepartment of Swastha Vrittam (Social and Preventive Medicine), Amrita School of Ayurveda, Amrita Vishwa VidyapeethamDepartment of Swastha Vrittam (Social and Preventive Medicine), Amrita School of Ayurveda, Amrita Vishwa VidyapeethamAbstract The science of Ayurveda with its strong and unique fundamentals holds its domain forever amidst all scientific and medical advancements. The concept of Shadkriyakala (the different phases of disease formation) holds relevance in preventive medicine and public health management as it provides ample chance to halt the disease process at each stage by timely intervention. In this review, we would like to bring to the limelight the relevance of Ritucharya (seasonal regimen) in primary prevention by modulating the gut microbiota. The modern gut microbiome researches now help us to better explore the Ayurveda theories of Agni (digestive fire) and Ama (metabolic toxins) preached centuries back. Ayurveda firmly proclaims that no disease ever arises without the derangement of Agni (digestive fire). The whole preventive and treatment methodology in Ayurveda focuses upon the modulation and management of “Agni” (digestive fire). When the functioning of Agni is deranged, Ama (metabolic toxin) is produced and it vitiates the doshas which spread throughout the body and manifest as varied diseases. A biomedical perspective of our reviews suggests that dysbiosis of microbial flora can cause a leaky gut by which the toxins of deranged digestive metabolism enter the bloodstream. Consequently, an inflammatory response occurs within the body which expresses out as diseases opportunistically. We meticulously reviewed the influence of extrinsic factors namely diet and climate on human gut microbiota, and our analysis emphasises the application prospects of Ritucharya (seasonal regimen), in regulating the dynamic host-microbe interaction.https://doi.org/10.1186/s42779-021-00078-4Gut microbiotaGut microbiomeGut healthRitucharyaSeasonal gut biotaSeasonal diet and gut biota |
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Deepthi. R Vandana Rani M Delvin T. Robin Anusree Dileep Adopting seasonal regimen (Ritucharya) to modulate the seasonal variation in gut microbiome Journal of Ethnic Foods Gut microbiota Gut microbiome Gut health Ritucharya Seasonal gut biota Seasonal diet and gut biota |
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Deepthi. R Vandana Rani M Delvin T. Robin Anusree Dileep |
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Adopting seasonal regimen (Ritucharya) to modulate the seasonal variation in gut microbiome |
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Adopting seasonal regimen (Ritucharya) to modulate the seasonal variation in gut microbiome |
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Adopting seasonal regimen (Ritucharya) to modulate the seasonal variation in gut microbiome |
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Adopting seasonal regimen (Ritucharya) to modulate the seasonal variation in gut microbiome |
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Adopting seasonal regimen (Ritucharya) to modulate the seasonal variation in gut microbiome |
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adopting seasonal regimen (ritucharya) to modulate the seasonal variation in gut microbiome |
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Journal of Ethnic Foods |
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Abstract The science of Ayurveda with its strong and unique fundamentals holds its domain forever amidst all scientific and medical advancements. The concept of Shadkriyakala (the different phases of disease formation) holds relevance in preventive medicine and public health management as it provides ample chance to halt the disease process at each stage by timely intervention. In this review, we would like to bring to the limelight the relevance of Ritucharya (seasonal regimen) in primary prevention by modulating the gut microbiota. The modern gut microbiome researches now help us to better explore the Ayurveda theories of Agni (digestive fire) and Ama (metabolic toxins) preached centuries back. Ayurveda firmly proclaims that no disease ever arises without the derangement of Agni (digestive fire). The whole preventive and treatment methodology in Ayurveda focuses upon the modulation and management of “Agni” (digestive fire). When the functioning of Agni is deranged, Ama (metabolic toxin) is produced and it vitiates the doshas which spread throughout the body and manifest as varied diseases. A biomedical perspective of our reviews suggests that dysbiosis of microbial flora can cause a leaky gut by which the toxins of deranged digestive metabolism enter the bloodstream. Consequently, an inflammatory response occurs within the body which expresses out as diseases opportunistically. We meticulously reviewed the influence of extrinsic factors namely diet and climate on human gut microbiota, and our analysis emphasises the application prospects of Ritucharya (seasonal regimen), in regulating the dynamic host-microbe interaction. |
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Gut microbiota Gut microbiome Gut health Ritucharya Seasonal gut biota Seasonal diet and gut biota |
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