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CONCEPT OF GARBHINI PARICHARYA AND ITS CLINICAL IMPORTANCE – A SCIENTIFIC REVIEW

Manju Chouksey*, Vipin Singh Tomar and Hetal H. Dave

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Pregnancy is a beautiful phase in women’s life. Life of women is not complete until and unless she gets pregnant and gives birth. The care of pregnant women reflects on the quality and health of the offspring. To prevent various complications and to provide a safe management to the pregnant lady and her growing offspring Aacharyas explained detailed systemic and month wise regimen for Garbhini i.e. Garbhini Paricharya. Ayurveda considers food to be the best source of nourishments as well as medication for the pregnant woman. The nine monthly diet is unique concept in Ayurveda. It helps in proper development of the foetus, it’s delivery, facilitate easy delivery, maintains health of the mother, healthy postpartum period. Adequate medical care and awareness of the society about importance of healthy pregnancy can also check maternal mortality and new born deaths. In this paper we have described monthly dietary regimen and Living style for whole pregnancy according to Samhita. Conclusion: The ancient Ayurvedic Literature described in Various Samhita; is not only unique but also scientific as Modern Medical sciences.

Keywords: Garbhini Paricharya.