Joint Post Graduate Entrance Examination for Admission in Post Graduate Courses in Ayurveda

Joint Post Graduate Entrance Examination for Admission to
MD (Ayu)/ MS(Ayu) (Ayurveda Vachaspati/Dhanwantari)
Jaipur, Jamnagar & Ahmedabad 2011-12)
Application on the prescribed forms are invited up to
16.05.2011 (05.00 p.m.) for Joint Post Graduate Entrance
Test, to be held simultaneously at Jamnagar and Jaipur for
admission to the three year P.G. Course of Ayurveda
Vachaspati - M.D. / M.S. (Ayu) at I.P.G.T. & R.A., Jamnagar;
PGC, Ahmedabad and NIA, Jaipur.
Information brochure will be available on
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can be filled online at the website
http://www.facebook.com/l/d9eca2JYBo2CZKa5j1Q9qJoLnIQ/www.ayurveduniversity.edu.in from 18.04.2011 and the one
page of the dully filled and printed form along with one
passport size photo & photocopy of B.A.M.S. Final year Mark
sheet should be submitted to the Director, I.P.G.T. & R.A.; if
online payment is not made then Demand Draft of Rs. 1250/-
(For General & OBC Candidates) & Rs. 900/- (for SC/ST
Candidates) drawn in favor of “Director, I.P.G.T. & R.A.,
Jamnagar” is also to be submitted along with form.
Subjects, reservation and availability of seats are different in
the three Institutes. The seats will be filled as per the rules and
regulations of the respective Institutes and final approval of
Dept of AYUSH for the academic year 2011-12. Details are
available on the websites. Candidates are advised to read the
prospectus carefully of the respective Institutes before filling
the Application For

Awala

Latin Names
Emblica officinalis Gaertn

English Name / Common Name
Indian Gooseberry / Amla

Sanskrit / Indian Name
Amalaki / Amla

Benefits of Amla
Strong rejuvenative
Balances stomach acids
Improves food absorption
Anti-oxidant - prevents premature aging
Amla is known to prevent and treat respiratory disorders
Lungs are strengthened by Amla
Amla enhances brain functions
Amla detoxifies and cleanses.
Fertility is enhanced by regular use of Amla
Amla strengthens immune system
Acts as a coolant
Amla treats hemorrhage, diarrhea and dysentery
Amla with its strong vitamin content is very useful for scurvy
With its anti-oxidant and detoxification properties, Amla is well known for treating skin disorders
Disorders of the eye are also treated by Amla
Amla prevents premature graying and falling of hair.
Indications
Cough, cold, sore throat & other respiratory tract infections
Premature aging
Repeated episodes of respiratory infections, as an immunomodulator
Dyspepsia & Hyperacidity
Skin disorders.

Considered as the best herb in ayurveda having extreme regards in the minds of herbalist world-wide. it is considered as a single herb treatment for almost every disease present on the face of the earth. It helps in maintaining the balance in all the three doshas that is vital for proper functioning of the body. Amalaki also known as amla is one of the riches source of Vitamin C is also blessed with very important bioflavonoids, flavones and polyphenols along with certain carotenoids.

The amla fruit juice is reported to contain nearly 20 times as much vitamin C as orange juice. The edible amla fruit tissue has 3 times the protein concentration and 160 times the ascorbic acid concentration of an apple. The fruit also contains considerably higher concentration of most minerals and amino acids than apples. Amla fruit ash contains chromium, 2.5 ; zinc, 4; and copper, 3 ppm. The fruit is considered an adaptogenic that improves immunity.

Dosage
1 or 2 capsules twice daily with meals. Allow several weeks for long lasting benefits. Natural products treat not just the symptoms but the body as a whole and take time for absorption and results.

Amla Research and Clinical Studies
Amla has been identified to have potent antioxidant, immunomodulatory, antistress properties. Apart from its medicinal use it is widely used in traditional hair and skin care formulations. Aside from Vitamin C, Amla's mineral and vitamin contents include calcium, Phosphorous, iron, carotene, carbohydrate, thiamine, riboflavin. Its strong antioxidant properties are due to its small molecular weight tannoid complexes.

In a study carried out by scientists at the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nagasaki University, in Japan, amla extracts were found to be able to prevent the growth of cancerous cells in the stomach, skin and womb (Biol Pharm Bull. 2004 Feb;27(2):251-5).

Scientists from the Biochemistry Division, National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad, in India, found that amla is able to block a chemical called aldose reductase, which has been heavily implicated in causing cataracts in diabetic patients (Mol Vis. 2004 Mar 12;10:148-54).

Several animal studies have shown that amla can help prevent a toxic build-up of heavy metals - caused by frequent exposure to metals like aluminium, lead and nickel. When vitamin C alone was used - equivalent to that found in amla fruit - only partial protection from heavy metals was provided. However, when the whole amla fruit was used almost complete protection was achieved. This indicates that it is the combined action of the various ingredients found in the fruit that effectively helps shield DNA from heavy metal poisoning (Dhir, H.A. Agarwal; A. Sharma, and G. Talukder. Cancer Letters 59.9 18, 1991; Giri, A.K. Cytologia 51, pp 375-380, 1986).

Clinical studies were conducted to investigate the effect of Amalaki in amlapitta (gastritis syndrome). Amalaki churna was given in 20 cases in a dose of 3g., thrice a day for seven days. The drug was found effective in 85 per cent of cases. Cases of hyperchlorhydria with burning sensation in abdominal and cardiac regions and epigastric pain were benefited.

Scientists at the Division of Pharmacology, Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, India, evaluated the efficacy of Amla fruit against carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) and thioacetamide (TAA) induced changes in rat liver. Chronic treatment of CCl4 and TAA revealed abnormal histopathology indicative of pre-fibrogenic events. Extract of Amla reversed such alterations with significant regenerative changes suggestive of its preventive role in prefibrogenesis of liver. (Reversal of hepatotoxin-induced pre-fibrogenic events by Emblica officinalis--a histological study.Mir AI, Kumar B, Tasduq SA, Gupta DK, Bhardwaj S, Johri RK. Division of Pharmacology, Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, (Formerly Regional Research Laboratory), Jammu-Tawi 180 001, India.)

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Weaning doesn't have to be difficult. Find out how to choose the right time & what you can do to ease your child's transition.

If you're breast-feeding, you may have questions about weaning. When is the right time? Will weaning upset your child? How can you avoid engorgement? Get the facts about weaning and how you can make the process a positive one for you and your child.

When's the best time to start weaning?

Breast-feeding until your baby is age 1 is recommended. Breast milk contains the right balance of nutrients for your baby and boosts your baby's immune system. Still, when to start weaning your child is a personal decision.

It's often easiest to begin weaning when your baby initiates the process — which may be sooner or later than you expect. Weaning often begins naturally at age 6 months, when solid foods are typically introduced. Some children begin to gradually turn away from breast milk and seek other forms of nutrition and comfort at around age 1, when they've begun eating a wide variety of solid foods and may be able to drink from a cup. Other children may not initiate weaning until their toddler years, when they become less willing to sit still during breast-feeding.

You may also decide when to start the weaning process yourself. This may be more difficult than following your child's lead — but can be done with some extra care and sensitivity.

Whenever you choose to start weaning your baby from the breast, stay focused on your child's needs as well as your own. Resist comparing your situation with that of other families, and consider rethinking any deadlines you may have set for weaning when you were pregnant or when your baby was a newborn.

Are there certain times when it wouldn't be smart to start weaning?

Consider delaying weaning if:

• Food allergies run in the family. Some research suggests that exclusive breast-feeding for at least four months may have a protective effect for children who have a family history of food allergies. If food allergies run in your family, talk to your child's doctor about the potential benefits of delaying weaning.
• Your child isn't feeling well. If your child is ill or teething, postpone weaning until he or she is feeling better. You might also consider postponing weaning if you're not feeling well. You and your child are more likely to handle the transition well if you're both in good health.
• A major change has occurred at home. Avoid initiating weaning during a time of major change at home. If your family has recently moved or your child care situation has changed, for example, postpone weaning until a less stressful time.

What's the best way to begin weaning?

When you start the weaning process, take it slow. Eliminate one breast-feeding session a day every two to three days. Slowly tapering off the number of times you breast-feed each day will cause your milk supply to gradually diminish and prevent discomfort caused by engorgement. If you begin weaning when your child is a newborn, consider applying ice packs to your breasts to help decrease your milk production.

Keep in mind that children tend to be more attached to the first and last feedings of the day, when the need for comfort is greater — so it might be helpful to drop a midday breast-feeding session first. You might also choose to wean your baby from breast milk during the day but continue breast-feeding at night. It's up to you and your child. When eliminating a breast-feeding session, try to avoid sitting in your usual breast-feeding spots with your child. Instead, offer a distraction, such as a book, toy or fun activity.

What about nutrition after weaning?

If you wean your child before age 1, substitute breast milk with Dhatri Stanya i.e. Care Giver Mother's Milk. Such care giver mother should be appointed after proper assessment. That criteria is indicated in details, in Kaumarbhritya section of Ayurved.

Then Cow's milk. Cow's milk should be diluted with boiled water (3:1 is an ideal ratio in the starting). The mixture added with some Vidang seeds (Embelia ribes) should be boiled for 10 minutes and then given to the child.

You can wean your child to a bottle and then a cup or, if your child seems ready, directly to a cup. Although bottle is not recommended, it is practically successful option in many cases. Due care of sterility must be taken.

If you're introducing your child to a bottle for the first time, do so at a time when your child isn't extremely hungry and may have more patience. It also may help if another caregiver introduces the bottle, since some children may refuse a bottle when the breast is available. Choose a bottle nipple with a slow flow at first. If you use a bottle nipple with a fast flow, your child may become frustrated with the slower flow of milk during breast-feeding.

A special recipe for the child at the time of Weaning :

Preenan Modak

Priyal i.e. Charoli

Yashtimadhu i.e. Jyeshthamadh

Madhu i.e. Honey

Rice Corn i.e. Chawal ki Dhani or Lahi

Khand Sharkara i.e. Mishri

All these should be taken in raising quantity, crushed into fine powders and then mixed with Honey to prpare small balls i.e. Modak or Laddu.

This is palatable and nourishing for the concerned child.

How long does weaning take?

Depending on your approach, weaning could take days, weeks or months. Remember, however, that rushing the weaning process may be upsetting for your child. 

Breast-feeding is an intimate activity for you and your child. You may have mixed emotions about letting go. But by taking a gradual approach to weaning — and offering plenty of love and affection — you can help your child make a smooth transition to a bottle or cup.

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Folliculitis

Folliculitis is inflammation of one or more hair follicles. It can occur anywhere on the skin.

Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Folliculitis starts when hair follicles are damaged by friction from clothing, blockage of the follicle, or shaving. In most cases of folliculitis, the damaged follicles are then infected with the bacteria Staphylococcus (staph).

Barber's itch is a staph infection of the hair follicles in the beard area of the face, usually the upper lip. Shaving makes it worse. Tinea barbae is similar to barber's itch, but the infection is caused by a fungus.

Pseudofolliculitis barbae is a disorder that occurs mainly in black men. If curly beard hairs are cut too short, they may curve back into the skin and cause inflammation.

Symptoms

Common symptoms include a rash, itching, and pimples or pustules near a hair follicle in the neck, groin, or genital area. The pimples may crust over.

Signs and tests

A diagnosis is primarily based on how the skin looks. Lab tests may show which bacteria or fungus is causing the infection.

Treatment

Hot, moist compresses may promote drainage of the affected follicles. Treatment may include antibiotics applied to the skin (mupirocin) or taken by mouth (dicloxacillin), or antifungal medications to control the infection.

Expectations (prognosis)

Folliculitis usually responds well to treatment, but may come back.

Complications

• Folliculitis may return
• Infection may spread to other body areas

Calling your health care provider

Apply home treatment and call your health care provider if symptoms come back frequently, if they last longer than 2 or 3 days, or if the infection spreads.

Prevention

To prevent further damage to the hair follicles and infection:

• Reduce friction from clothing
• Avoid shaving the area if possible (if shaving is necessary, use a clean, new razor blade or an electric razor each time)
• Keep the area clean
• Avoid contaminated clothing and washcloths