WONDERS OF HARIDRA DHUMAVARTI DHUMAPANA IN COVID-19

ABSTRACT

According to World Health Organisation Coronavirus Dashboard identified SARS-CoV-2 as a new type of virus. The outbreak was in December 2019 Wuhan China. Worldwide Cases detected : 21.9Cr Deaths : 45.5Lakhs

Common symptoms: • Fever • Cough • Tiredness • Loss of taste • Loss of smell

OBJECTIVES/AIMS To look for the benefits of HARIDRA DHUMAVARTI DHUMAPANA in COVID-19 patients with LOSS OF TASTE AND SMELL.

INTRODUCTION

COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by the viruses belonging to the family CORONA which in turn belong to the group of viruses. Most people infected with the virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness. CORONA VIRUS causes direct infection in respiratory system, without going through conventional blood infection, where immunity plays a major role to resist the infection. Therefore the diseases caused by such virus is classified as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome(SARS). HARIDRA(Turmeric-Curcuma longa Linn., Zingiberaceae family) is one of the very useful and famous Ayurvedic herb worldwide. It is a spice can be recongnised by dazzling yellow colour known as HALDI in hindi. Haridra has anti-inflammatory properties, acts as a remedy to internal inflammation, it helps to cure disorders caused due to allergies related to respiratory systems. Therefore it can be considered as a wonder drug against COVID-19. Dhumapana is a very effective Ancient therapy for Urdhvajatrugata roga(upper respiratory diseases) arising from increase of kapha and vata. It is used for both preventive and therapeutic purpose. Ayurvedic Dhumapana is focused to detoxify, rejuvenate and empower bodily elements, perception centers, mind, entire physique and vital parts.It works as a preventative for emotional and seasonal outbreaks and is indicated in various diseases like cough, dyspnoea, rhinitis, disorders of voice, bed smell of nose and mouth, pallor of the face, disorders of hair, hair loss, discharges,itching,pain in ear and nose, loss of function of the ears, mouth and eyes, migraine, toothache, excess drowsiness, strengthens sense organs, excess sleep, stupor and hiccup.The meaning and scientific approach of Ayurvedic Dhumapana has been distinctive from the current version of the trend of a Herbal Smoking. Therefore, ascertaining the classical references as the scientific evidence of Ayurvedic Dhumapana is a need for health and healing.