Introduction: Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn., commonly known as the sacred lotus, holds significant value in various traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and other ethnomedical practices. Different parts of the plant—including leaves, flowers, se...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2025/v26i7685
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) encompasses a range of complex neurodevelopmental conditions characterised by repetitive behaviours and significant challenges in social communication and interaction. ASD is a heterogeneous group of neurodevelopmental conditions characterised by pe...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2025/v26i8695
Background: Ayurveda prioritises prevention over cure, with Aahara (diet) regarded as the foremost pillar of health, alongside Nidra (sleep) and Brahmacharya (discipline). A wholesome diet not only sustains health but also aids in recovery by restoring lost strength. Despite this...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2025/v26i8686
Introduction: Learning disabilities (LDs) are neurodevelopmental disorders that impair academic skill acquisition despite normal or above-average intelligence. In India, these are frequently misunderstood as behavioral issues, leading to stigma, emotional distress, and delayed su...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2025/v37i77726
Classical Ayurveda describes Vatika Kasa as a serious clinical illness that is predominantly caused by Vata dosha aggravation and manifests as a cough disorder. Chest pain, hoarseness of voice (Swarabheda), a dry or spasmodic cough (Shuska Gala), Chronic coughing, wheezing, and m...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2025/v37i67707
Background: Bronchial asthma is one of the most chronic conditions that affect people of all ages and socioeconomic backgrounds. Bronchial asthma commonly known as Tamaka Shwasa in Ayurveda is a chronic respiratory disorder which is primarily associated with an imbalance of Kapha...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2025/v37i67701
Celiac disease or gluten-sensitive enteropathy is an autoimmune hypersensitivity disorder affecting the small intestine. It occurs due to an inappropriate immune reaction to gluten, which results in inflammation and damage to the small intestine. One of the most prevalent illness...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2024/v36i67528
Background: Stress is a known causative factor in modulating cognitive health, on which the overall well-being and quality of life are dependent. Long-term stress has shown to disrupt the balance of the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) axis. Adaptogens, such as Withania somni...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2025/v37i47683