CLINICAL EVOLUTION OF YAVA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF STHAULYA (OBESITY)

Abstract

In spite of scientific advances & breakthrough in modern medicine we are witnessing a renewed
interest in the alternate therapies. Ayurveda is one such Science, which is increasingly
taking its place alongside the modern forms of treatment. Prevalence of Sthaulya in society is
increasing day by day due to decreased awareness regarding exercise & faulty dietary habits.
The present study finds its place in providing a safe and efficacious intervention with regards
to Sthaulya. So people are expecting solution from Ayurveda. Considering it as a challenge,
the project has been undertaken to find out a whole some remedy for this crippling problem.
30 patients from the OPD of Shubhdeep Ayurved Medical College and Hospital, Indore were
selected and treated with 100 gm Yava (Yavakut form) over period of two month. On the basis
of statistical tests of significance, Yava has highly significant in subjective criteria and
objective criteria as well in the obesity.