Ayurvedic Understanding of Hypothyroidism as Agnimandya: A Preventive and Therapeutic Approach for NCDs
Author : Dr. Shraddha Saraf, Dr. Swati Nagpal, Dr. Preeti Rathore and Dr. Veenu Yadav
Abstract :
Background: Non communicable diseases are diseases that not transmissible directly from one person to another & they are of long duration & have slow progression.
Thyroid disorders are by and large non communicable and noninfectious. Some consequences of certain thyroid disorders are detrimental effects on blood pressure, exacerbation of insulin resistance, atrial fibrillations.
TDs are frequently encountered and worsens the cases of atherosclerosis & diabetes mellitus.
Hypothyroidism is one such thyroid disorder with hypometabolic clinical state resulting from inadequate production of thyroid hormone for prolonged period. According to ayurvedic principles agni dushti, dhatwagni mandya janyavikruti, kapha vata dosha vruddhi & pitta kshaya due to agni mandya are conditions suggestive of pathologies involved in hypothyroidism.
Aim and Objective: To explore the Ayurvedic understanding and management of hypothyroidism as a metabolic Non-Communicable Disease. Materials and Methods: A review of classical Ayurvedic texts and modern research literature was conducted to correlate Agnimandya and doshic imbalance with the clinical features of hypothyroidism. Management principles including Amapachana, Agnidipana, Vatanulomana, Kapha Shamaka, and Rasayana therapy were analyzed.
Conclusion: Ayurveda provides a holistic approach for managing hypothyroidism through Agni restoration, dosha balance, detoxification, and rejuvenation. Classical formulations along with dietary and lifestyle regulation, can help improve metabolism and prevent progression of this NCD.
Keywords :
Hypothyroidism, Agnimandya, Agni deepan chikitsa, NCD.
