A REVIEW ON SUVARNA PRASHAN AND ITS ROLE TOWARDS IMMUNITY AND INTELLIGENCE IN CHILDREN
Ramesh Govindrao Shendge* and Avinash Babanrao Chavan
ABSTRACT
Acharya Kashyapa described the practice of administering processed gold to the children as "Swarnaprashana" thousands of years ago. It is well evident that administration of processed Swarna (gold) increases intelligence, digestion, metabolism, physical strength, immunity, complexion, fertility and life expectancy of children. Swarnaprashana can be administered in children as part of Lehana (supplementary feeds) and Jatakarma Samskara. Administration of Suvarna prashan offers immuno-stimulant, adaptogenic, memory booster, anti-inflammatory, antiarthritic, and antibacterial and antioxidant effects. The concept of Swarnaprashana play vital role for enhancing immunity and intelligence in children. Considering this fact present article explains Ayurveda view on Suvarna Prashan and its role in boosting immunity and intelligence in children.
Keywords: Ayurveda, Suvarna prashan, Vaccination, Immunity, Intelligence.
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