Abstract

IMPORTANCE OF SUTIKA PARICHARYA

Dr. Preeti Agarwal* and Dr. Sujata Sharma

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Abstract

Ayurveda has always given importance to care the female at every phase of her life in respect of Rajaswala Paricharya, Garbhini Paricharya and Sutika Paricharya. Sutika kala is the period begins after expulsion of placenta. The lady after such difficult process of Prasava must be advised to follow special dietary regimen and life style called Sutika paricharya. Aacharyas have described Abhyanga, Parishechana, oral administration of medicated sneha with decoction, Yavagu, etc to ensure proper physical and mental wellbeing. Mithyaachara (inappropriate physical and mental behavior) in this period definitely results in many diseases. So Ayurveda has given most importance to Sutika Paricharya which not only improves her physiological condition but also protect her from upcoming disease as it helps in Garbhashaya shuddhi, Dhatu Paripurnata, Stanya Vriddhi and Punarnavakarana.

Keywords: Sutika, Sutika paricharya, Ayurveda.