Healthy Progeny Research Articles

Review of Ayurveda and Modern Perspectives on Congenital Anomalies or Anatomical Abnormalities

Ayurveda is the fundamental science of medicine that covers all aspects of human life. It describes many diseases and classifies them into different categories based on their symptoms and origin. In this regard, Adibala Pravritta and Janmabala Pravritta are categorized under Garbhajanya vikriti, mainly arising from maternal or paternal problems and defects in progeny. The faulty diet and lifestyle of the mother are also considered responsible for congenital birth defects. Defects in Beeja & Beejabhaga play an important role in the pathogenesis of such diseases. Similar to Ayurveda, modern science also mentions structural anomalies and developmental issues like heart defects, spina bifida and club foot as common anatomical abnormalities. Ayurveda scholars mention various factors – Matrija, Pitrija, Aatmaja, Rasaja, Satmyaja and Sattvaja – as Shad Garbhkarabhavas that play a vital role in healthy progeny. Factors such as awful conduct, abnormalities in Shad Garbhkarabhavas and genetic predisposition trigger the pathogenesis of Garbhajanya vikriti.

A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF THE CRUCIAL ROLE OF RASA DHATU IN PRODUCING HEALTHY PROGENY.

Each year in India, there are approximately 28 million pregnancies, in which 26 million live births, a million neonatal deaths & congenital deformities is occurring due to malnutrition of mother and fetus. The classics of Ayurveda detail the crucial role of Rasa dhatu in the production of healthy progeny. During gametogenesis, Rasa dhatu is the foremost requirement for normal, healthy sperm and oocytes (Shukra & Artava). Malformed paternal Rasa dhatu leads to malnourished and malformed gametocytes through mitochondrial dysfunction, epigenetics and defects in meiosis cause Bija dosha, which in turn lead to Garbhshrava (miscarriage), deformed Garbha formation or congenital deformities like Suchi Mukh uterus in female fetus and sterile progeny. After fertilization, the ceased Artava (accumulated nutritional substance in the fluid of decidual cells) acts as a storage nutrition for the developing embryo in the embryonic phase. During organogenesis the Artava which is the Upadhatu of Rasa dhatu forms the maternal part of placenta. After formation of placenta & umbilical cord the Maternal Rasa dhatu provides directly nutrition to growing fetus. The malformed Rasa dhatu or the blocked Rasavaha channels of mother may cause different levels of intra uterine growth retardation such as Nagdhadara, Upavistaka, Lina garbha, Garbhashaya or Mritgarbha (IUD).

Scientific applicability in day-to-day practice on Granthokta Garbhini Paricharya

Achievement of motherhood is the cherished desire of every woman, as fetus depends upon mother for its nourishment, so health of pregnant women is most important as motherhood represents the bearing capacity of fetus inside the womb and delivery in a healthy status. There are many physiological and psychological changes occur in different stages of pregnancy in which some of them may ends up in discomfort and trouble. Acharyas have described Masanumasika Garbhini Paricharya in classical texts of Ayurveda for pregnant women that help in the development of fetus, healthy growth of fetus and care to mother. Garbhini Paricharya is nothing but the care given to pregnant women mostly through Ahara and Vihara. It is the daily regimen one should have to follow in the most delicate days of their life. The nine monthly diets are singularly unique in Ayurveda. This Paricharya changes in accordance to the growth of fetus in the womb and at the same time ensures health of mother. One can find remnants of dietetics (Paricharya) with older women and midwives but detailed and comprehensive diet plan as Paricharya is being practiced only by Acharyas. The main intension of advising Garbhini Paricharya is Paripurnatya (providing growth to fetus and mother), Anupaghata (pregnancy without complications) and Sukhaprasava (for normal delivery and healthy progeny). In this paper we are giving a broad expanse of the month wise diet as Garbhini Paricharya which can be modified according to the season, age, place, and digestive fire of pregnant woman.

Unveiling the Benefits: The Crucial Role of Navaneeta in Chaturtha Masa of Pregnancy

Ayurveda gives more significance to Ahara for a healthy life. The care taken by mother and care to be given by the Ayurveda with timely observation is Garbhini Paricharya. According to Ayurvedic perspective Garbhini Paricharya refers to antenatal care with recommendation of Ahara, Vihara and psychological behaviour. Acharyas have described monthly dietary regimen to meet increase calories requirements of the pregnant women. Among that for fourth month Navaneeta is advised as it is basically Snigdha, Sangrahi, having Sheeta Guna in turn helps in preventing Garbhapaata. Consuming Navaneeta in a genuine quantity is the foremost thing. Proper adaptation of Garbhini Paricharya, ensures not only healthy progeny but also normal healthy delivery and helpful to the mother in postnatal period. Materials and Methods: Samhitas, Nighantus, text books of Prasootitantra and Streeroga, Bhaisajyakalpana, publications and relevant, authenticated online websites are referred for the collection of information. Result and Discussion: Navaneetha is having Sangrahi, Sheeta, Snigdha Guna in dominance. Based on this, relation is established between properties of Navaneeta (Ayurveda view), butter (modern view) and fetus development condition. Thus an attempt is made to give clarification on administration of Navaneeta especially in fourth month and also on what basis Acharyas suggested Navaneeta at this particular period of time.

A Literary Review on Pumsavana Karma

Ayurveda is the science of life and it is one of the most ancient healing methodologies in the world. This system is transmitted from immortals to mortals. There are various Samhitas written by our Acharyas related to health of the human beings. Pumsavana karma is one of the most important Samskara mentioned in Ayurveda. It is one of the Shodasha Samskaras performed in various stages of life in ancient India explained by scholars of Ayurveda. It can be done before the conception or immediately after the conception to achieve healthy and desired progeny during Pushya nakshatra. In Ayurveda, Pushya nakshatra is often considered a favourable time for various health related activities. It is believed that beginning Ayurvedic treatments during Pushya nakshatra can enhance their effectiveness and yield better results. It deals with the technique of genetic engineering and it can be considered to have some action on human genetics to ensure healthy progeny. Moreover, the complexion, glow, mental health of child can be improved through Pumsavana karma. In this article the importance of Pumsavana karma has described that which is not only for desired sex but also to achieve healthy progeny by using different formulations mentioned in various Samhitas was explained.

AYURVEDIC APPROACH FOR CONCEIVING A HEALTHY PROGENY: A REVIEW

Parenthood is a blessing for all time. Due to today's competitive world, the younger generation wants children with excellent health, high intelligence, and wisdom. But in today's dysfunctional societies, people aren't paying attention to marital age, healthy daily routines, or seasonal routines because of career orientation and busy schedules. As a result, various disorders that affect physical, psychological, and reproductive outcomes are emerging. The goal of a healthy humanity is being threatened by the rising incidence of congenital flaws in newborns, which is causing great anxiety in the medical community. These congenital flaws might be classified as minor, significant, anatomical, physiological, or latent. A healthy progeny must have healthy parents, according to Ayurvedic beliefs. The physical changes that a mother experiences at each stage of pregnancy are also covered in detail in Ayurveda, as well as the embryo's growth in the womb. In "Pregnancy Vyakaran," the overall pregnancy is discussed. In a chapter called "Garbhavakranti," the text Charaka Samhita also discusses the fetus' growth. Nature has entrusted us with a significant amount of duty. This knowledge is crucial and urgently required for the welfare of a better society with healthy offspring using Ayurveda.

EXPERIMENTAL EVALUATION OF VAJIKARANA KARMA OF TILAGOKSHURA SIDDA DUGDA WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO APHRODISIAC ACTIVITY

Infertility is a disease of the male or female reproductive system defined by the failure to achieve a pregnancy after 12 months or more of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. Estimates suggest that approximately one in every six people of reproductive age worldwide experience infertility in their lifetime. Conventional management need long term therapy and are not devoid of ADR’s. Vajikarana is one among Astanga Ayurveda that deals with the preservation and amplification of sexual potency of a healthy man and conception of healthy progeny. Vajikarana yogas helpful in management of Shukra dusti and Vandytava were documented in the classics. ‘TilaGokshura Sidda Dugdha’ is one such formulation explained by Chakradatta in Vajikarana chapter indicat-ed in Shandatva (Impotency). The ingredients of yoga are Tila and Gokshura processed in Aja ksheera (Gaot milk) which are having Shukrala and Vrishya karma. Thus, yoga was selected to evaluate the Vajikarana karma. Also, an additional attempt is made to evaluate the same yoga by changing the processing agent as Go-Dugda(Cow milk) in another group. MATERIAL AND METHODS : Wister rats were grouped in to 5 groups of 6 animals each. Experimental period was 28 days study. Oligospermia was induced by administrating Metroni-dazole for initial 14 days. Group one as Normal, Group 2 as Disease control, Group 3 was treated with Clomi-phene citrate, Group 4 and Group 5 were treated with Tila Gokshura Sidda Dugda (Aja Dugda Saditha) and Tila Gokshura Sidda Dug-da (Go-Dugda Saditha) respectively for next 14 days. Sexual Behaviour Pattern, Sperm count, Serum parameters, Tissue parameters and Histopathological changes in testis tissue were Observed. DIS-CUSSIONS AND CONCLUSION : Tila Gokshura Sidda Dugda (Aja Dugda Saditha) showed effective Vajika-rana karma in experimental rats when compared to standard drug. RESULTS : The results of the experimental study reveal that TilaGokshura Sidda Dugda has significant Vajikarana karma when compared with standard drug.

TORCH Infection and Ayurveda Treatment: A Blessing to Infertility

Pregnancy and childbirth are the most important phases of a woman's life. In India, approximately 15% of couples are affected by infertility. There are many reasons contributing to infertility and bad obstetric history (BOH), among which TORCH infection is most common. The overall TORCH infection rate was 61.1%, while 32% of neonatal mortality was associated with multiple TORCH infections. Women who have the ability to get pregnant but are unable to continue their pregnancy may also be considered infertile. According to Ayurveda, at the time of the formation of the foetus (Garbha), due to vitiated blood (Shonita), the product of conception expels repeatedly before attaining viability, which is known as Putraghni Yonivyapad. So it is important to achieve a full-term pregnancy with healthy progeny. It is evident that maternal infections play a vital role in the loss of pregnancy. In this article, a 28-year-old patient with two abortions earlier and a TORCH IgG positive was treated with pure herbal medicine for 4 months. The patient conceived after that and attended a full-term pregnancy. During the whole duration of pregnancy, Ayurveda medication for healthy growth and full-term delivery was also continued. Thus, this article represents an example of successful management of TORCH infection through Ayurveda and also emphasises the potential of herbal management in TORCH infection with medicines like dalachini churna, kuberaksha vati, sariva-manjistha phant, and Shatavari churna.

Management of Severe Asthenoteratozoospermia with Traditional Medicine: A Case Study

Infertility is a disease of the male or female reproductive system defined by the failure to achieve a pregnancy after 12 months or more of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. Fertility issues may represent a stressful situation to the couple’s life with important negative psychosocial effects. Ayurveda as a branch of traditional medicine developed a separate specialty for sexual dysfunction, namely Aphrodisiac Therapy (Vajeekarana Chikitsa). It deals with preservation and augmentation of sexual potency and conception of healthy progeny as well as management of defective semen, spermatogenesis along with treatment of seminal related disorders. Sperm quality is affected by various biological and environmental factors. A male patient was diagnosed with asthenoteratozoospermia, which is a combination of two conditions namely, asthenozoospermia (low sperm motility) and teratozoospermia (abnormal sperm morphology). The study patient was treated with ayurvedic medicine (shaman chikitsa) and panchakarma therapy (shodhana chikitsa) for 5 months. After completing the treatment course a semen analysis was performed and improvement was observed in his abnormal condition. The condition changed from severe asthenoteratozoospermia to normozoospermia and finally his wife had conceived successfully.

Development of Foetal Body Parts as per Garbhaavakraanti Shaareera - An Ayurvedic Perspective

The conception and development of a healthy offspring have been a paramount concern for humanity throughout history. This concern is deeply rooted in various cultures and traditions, and Ayurveda, an ancient Indian system of medicine, offers a holistic perspective on factors that influence the growth and development of a fetus. Ayurveda underscores several critical factors to ensure the birth of a normal and healthy progeny. These factors include "Garbha Saamagri," which pertains to the quality of reproductive materials, emphasizing the significance of the parents' health at the time of conception. "Daurhruda" relates to the timing and season of conception, asserting that environmental factors play a role in the child's health. The "Pitrujadi Six Factors" encompass inherited attributes from both parents, stressing the importance of genetic compatibility between partners. Additionally, Ayurveda places a strong emphasis on the lifestyle and nutrition of the pregnant woman, her emotional well-being, and the regimen during her menstrual cycle. All these factors are believed to influence the child's constitution and overall health. "Svabhava" considers the inherent nature and constitution of both parents, which can affect the physical and mental attributes of the child. It is important to note that Ayurveda offers a holistic and ancient perspective on these factors. In conclusion, Ayurveda provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the factors that influence fetal growth and development.

Some Specific Garbhavyapad Related with Placenta Previa and Fetal Growth Retardation in Modern Science

Ayurveda, one of the oldest systems of medicine, is momentous in audience of worldwide on virtue of its holistic approach of life. Ayurveda has its origin back to the 'Vedic-era'. It has its mentioning in the Atharva Veda. Many historians claim that it is a part of Atharva Veda Ayurveda is also known as the Upveda of Atharva Veda. The Ayurveda term Sharir Rachana deals with anatomical and physiological consideration of the human body right from intrauterine life (before birth) till death. Ayurveda is one of the traditional sciences of pregnancy and foetal care management. The ancient anatomical knowledge like Masanumasika garbha vridhi and Garbhaa vyapad provides great understanding about the foetal growth and various structural and functional anomalies. The understanding of abnormalities is very important for the treatment of various diseases. According to Ayurvedic principles, pre-conception care is a set of interventions which are essential prerequisite for a healthy progeny. Maximum of Ayurvedic principles have proved true in today’s scientific research. Many of classical factors have accepted by modern medical science. Here in this article, a try has made to show the similarity between some of the Garbha vyapad described in ancient Ayurvedic texts and placenta previa and fetal growth retardation described in modern texts. The term Garbha vyapad refers to the calamity of the foetus. Under some conditions like too much fasting, eating stale food, not consuming fats as required, consumption of Vata vitiating objects in access, etc. leads to the foetus does remains in the uterus for a long time and doesn’t quiver.

Decade-Wise Rasayana prayoga in Female Reproductive Health - A Conceptual study

The existence of life on Earth is sustained by the act of reproduction. The ultimate blessing for a couple in their lifetime is to give birth to a healthy progeny, which is only possible by the union of healthy beeja in the favorable conditions of Ritu, kshetra and ambhu. Female reproductive health plays a key role in all these four factors. Good reproductive health ensures a female to have a satisfactory and safe sexual life both physically and mentally. Rasayana prayoga during the course of dhatu utpatti in balya and madhyamavastha helps to attain the rasadi dhatu at its supreme quality. Acharya Sharangadhara quotes that the development of certain bodily characteristics attained in its pinnacle in every decade of life, starts to decline gradually after that certain period of years naturally. Rasayana therapy administered in each reproductive stage of female life may improve her reproductive health qualitatively which intern helps them to prevent various common reproductive aliments from balyatara avastha (pre-menarche) to Jara (complications after menopause). In this article, an attempt is made to collect and analyze the relevant facts from Samhitas, contemporary textbooks and e-resources and tried to conceptualize the significance of administering decade-wise Rasayana in female for improving their reproductive health.

Reformation of Reproductive Health Using Havishyaanna in Rajaswalacharya

It’s been years that women are suffering from general disturbances associated with menstruation like abdominal pain, psychological stress, disturbed bowel movements. PG inhibitors and antispasmodic drugs etc are the popular mode of medication used in regular gynaecological clinical practice. It can give relief to the patient but has limitations over preventing the recurrence, which is, tend to happen mainly in adolescent and middle aged women due to modern lifestyle. According to Ayurveda, menstruation is a physiological process and governed by the actions of the three balanced state Doshas exist in a proper and its inequality causes abnormal menstruation. There are amazing diets and lifestyle modification given in Ayurveda which are beneficial to restore menstrual health with different combinations given in the ancient texts. Amongst all given possible diets during menstruation, Havishyanna - special diet is the most feasible as patients can make it on its own, consume for first three days of menstrual cycle which requires very less timing and has simple procedure. Menstruating women can deal with symptomatic and psychological changes occur during the menstruation by practicing Rajaswala Paricharya. Addition to this Havishyanna helps to reform reproductive health, it maintains balance of Vata dosha during menstruation, proper Rajavahan and Rajasrav, proper Rutukal nirmiti which helps to form high quality of oocyte, maintain healthy uterine environment, all these able to carry healthy pregnancy, in turn healthy Progeny.

Ancient Embryological Wisdom - A Scientific Explanation in the Light of Epigenetics

Abstract: Ayurveda primarily deals with both healthy and diseased human conditions, from conception to death. Suprajanan (Healthy Progeny) is the primary goal of Garbhasharir (embryology) as described in Ayurvedic texts. Modern embryology describes in detail the formation, development, and structural teratogenesity of our body's organs, whereas Ayurveda describes the foetus' structural, physical, and mental status. There are numerous references to Garbhasharir that are quoted in Brihattrayee (the three major Ayurvedic compendia) and their commentaries that need to be elucidated in an appropriate way to make them relevant for the modern era. The current critical appraisal is based on Grabhasharir concepts mentioned in Ayurvedic lexicons in relation to embryological concepts, to interpret and analyze processes related to progeny genesis using current scientific knowledge. Brihattrayee and other relevant literature were critically reviewed to uncover the hidden core of embryology described in Garbhasharir chapters. The fundamentals of Ayurvedic embryology are 'Tridosha' (three bodily humours), 'Triguna' (three psychological humours), and 'Panchamahabhoota', among others. Ayurvedic compendia roughly depict two types of processes (dependent & independent) related to progeny genesis. Dependent processes are those that can be modified, whereas independent processes are those that cannot be modified by parental effort. Even though the embryology concepts described in Ayurveda date back centuries, they are still relevant in today's scientific world if proper insight is used to interpret them

ROLE OF AYURVEDIC HERBAL AND HERBO-MINERAL FORMULATIONS IN FEMALE INFERTILITY- A REVIEW ARTICLE

Background (Introduction): Infertility is a global health issue affecting millions of people of reproductive age worldwide. According to WHO, available data suggests that between 48 million couples and 186 million individuals have infertility globally. According to ayurveda, womb preparation is the most important factor to attain fertility. Herbo-metallic formulations prepared using SOPs can play a significant role in eliminating doshas in a short duration of time. They are known for their minimum dose, maximum efficacy, and least side effects. They help to keep all the hormones and the reproductive system in an equilibrium state. They remove all the toxins from the body and regularize menstrual cycles. They possess Rasayan (Immuno-modulatory) and Yogavahi (Nano-carriers; Act accordingly) properties. Aims/objective: To evaluate the role of Herbo-metallic formulations in infertility. Methodology: All the material and data are collected from ancient treatises, Research papers under google scholar, pubmed, Elsevier, etc. search engines. Results: Various research have been reviewed for the impact of Rasaushadhi (Herbo-mineral/metallic formulations) on fertility and the result found to be quiet satisfying as they are Ushana in virya (Potency) and act directly on target organ (Reproductive tract) in shorter duration is prepared as per the classical procedure. Discussion: For healthy progeny, ritu (Menstrual cycle), kshetra (Reproductive tract), beeja (Ovum/sperm), and ambu (Nutrition) factors must be in homeostasis. Metallic preparations can be harmful and toxic if they are not prepared properly. The indications, dose, vehicle(Anupan), period of drug administration, interval or duration of treatment, disease diagnosed, nature or Prakruti of the patient, Pathya-apathya, etc. are major factors that should always be considered by the physician before prescribing Rasaushadhi to the patients. Conclusion: As herbo-mineral formulations play a very significant role in ayurveda and they are capable to cure severe disorders in a minimum dose and time. Therefore, this article reviews several Rasaushadhis along with their pharmacokinetics concerning infertility.

CONCEPTUAL OVERVIEW OF GARBHADHAN SANSKAR - ONE STEP TOWARDS HEALTHY PROGENY

Every parent desire healthy progeny. So, a planned Pregnancy is much better than an unplanned one. The FEBAD hypothesis [The Fetal Basis of Adult Disease] postulates that Prenatal insults such as nutrition or environmental stimulation can disturb the developmental programming leading to a higher risk of disease in later life. In the current era of a sedentary lifestyle, stress factor, alcohol intake & unhealthy environment affects the quality and counts of sperm in male & menstruation & ovulation in females which leads to HPO (Hypothalamo-pituitary Ovarian) dysfunction. In Ayurveda Grarbhadhan sanskar is to get a healthy progeny by improving the quality of beej (sperm & ovum) by beej shuddi through shodhan (purification) of both parents before conception so wouldbe-parents are prepared physically & mentally for shreshtpraja. The appropriate age to marry andfor conception is also mentioned by our acharyas. The ahar-vihar-vichar which should be followed by a female during the menstrual phase is mentioned as Rajsavalacharya by Acharya Charaka. By the first ANC visit, Organogenesis is well underway & the interventions to avoid malformations may be too late. So, before pregnancy, it is the best time to ensure all the factors that her body is ready for pregnancy through preparing Ritu-Shetra-Ambu-Beej as Garbhadhan Samagri. This conceptual study aims to make people aware of pre-conceptional care as per ayurvedic rituals and regimens.

A Case Study on OPD Level Management of Infertility due to PCOS with Ayurvedic Medicines

PCOS is the primary cause of Hyperandrogenism and oligo-ovulation at the reproductive age and is often associated with infertility. The prevalence of infertility in women with PCOS varies between 70 and 80 %. In Ayurveda, Vandhyatva is considered as one among the Rasa pradoshaja vikaras. This is case report of an infertile couple who had not been able to conceive since 4 yrs. The wife was diagnosed with PCOS. Based on the parameters of Ayurvedic science this case was diagnosed as Vandhyatva (infertility) due to Nashtarthava (PCOS). The treatment plan for PCOS is to correct the menstrual irregularity and ensure proper ovulation, this itself helps to develop healthy progeny and successful childbirth. The treatment principles selected here were mild Shodhana and Samana therapy especially Vatakaphahara, Agni deepana along with Pathya ahara. After two and half month of internal medications, reduction in abnormal hair growth, blackish discolouration and weight were noticed. The outcome of the treatment resulted in natural conception and delivered a full term male baby. So this case signifies effect of Ayurvedic science in the management of infertility.

The Role of Rasaja Bhava (Nourishing Factors) in Development of Garbha (Embryo/Foetus)

Archaic scholars of Ayurveda lay great emphasize on intake of Ahara (food) as best source for nourishment and has a prime role in growth and development of foetus during pregnancy. In order to achieve a healthy progeny, Ayurveda classics have elucidated wholesome regimen to be followed by the parents before and after conception. There are specific procreating factors which help for the growth of embryo known as Matrujadi shad bhava (maternal and other 5 factors). Shadbhava (six factors) consist of Matruja, pitruja, Atmaja, Rasaja, Satmyaja and Satwaja in which Rasaja bhava plays an important role in providing nutrition to the foetus. The concept of Upasneha, Upasweda, Ambu, Apara and Nabhinadi are involved in nourishment of embryo/foetus at different stages of development. Acharya have drawn attention to certain food habits, to be avoided by the pregnant woman to refrain from abnormalities in the offspring. The concept of nutrition in Garbhini (Gravid Women) explained in classics has similarity with contemporary science.

Ancient Wisdom of Embryology-A Scientific Elucidation in Purview of Epigenetics

Ayurveda mainly vouchsafe with healthy and diseased conditions of human being starting from conception untill death. The paramount objective of Garbhasharir (embryology) described by Ayurvedic texts is Suprajanan (Healthy Progeny). Modern embryology explains the aspect about formation, development & structural teratogenesity of organs of our body in detail, whereas Ayurveda describes about structural, physical and mental status of the foetus. There are abundant references of Garbhasharir which are quoted in Brihattrayee (Three major compendia of Ayurved) and their commentaries that need to be elucidated in an appropriate way so as to make them pertinent for current era. The present critical appraisal is based on concepts of Grabhasharir mentioned in Ayurvedic lexicons in relation to embryological concepts, to interpret the processes related to genesis of progeny and analyse them with the help of current scientific knowledge. Brihattrayee and other relevant literature were critically reviewed to and out the hidden core of embryology described in chapters related to Garbhasharir. The concepts of Ayurvedic embryology are truly based on its fundamentals i.e 'Tridosha' (three bodily humours), 'Triguna' (three psychological humours) & 'Panchamahabhoota' etc. Ayurvedic compendia roughly shows two types of processes (dependent & independent) related to genesis of progeny. Dependent processes are those that can be modified & independent are those which cannot be modified by the endeavour of the parents. Even though the concepts of embryology described in Ayurveda dates back to centuries, they are still relevant in the current scientific world provided proper insight is applied to interpret them

Matrija Bhava- Scientific Explanation and Its Research Potential

Though every human initiate life as single celled; still it possesses the traits of two- mother and father. Ayurveda stands firm on principles states that every “product of conception” is composed of Shadgarbhakara bhava that lay both anatomical and psychological genesis. Ayurveda states that the Matrija Bhava not only provides shelter and nutrition to the offspring but also forms soft organs of the fetus. Intra-uterine environment is a delicate phase for both mother and offspring. Actions of and around pregnant female can affect the offspring positively or negatively. These actions may be dietary, recreational, emotional etc. This is well versed without much advanced technologies the ancient scientists elaborated various methods to beget the healthy progeny. This lays emphasis on importance of Pre-Natal, Ante-Natal and Post-Natal Care for combating the teratogenetic effect and hence producing the best and fittest possible generation forward.