Abstract

AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING OF OBESITY (STHAULYA): IS GUT DYSBIOSIS THE FOCUS?

Bhavya Vijay and Deepthi C. R.*

ABSTRACT

Obesity is a lifestyle disease which is co-associated with a number of metabolic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular illnesses and even cancer. Many studies have been conducted in the last few decades to relate obesity with gut dysbiosis. On the other hands, traditional medicine system of India, Ayurveda has age-old practice of obesity management using the line of treatment focusing on gut restoration. From this short communication, we attempt to educate the readers regarding the Ayurvedic understanding of obesity, and provide a plausible explanation in relation to the modern pathophysiology of disease and treatment. This article encourages the researchers to explore integrative research involving traditional science and modern sciences to unravel the big picture behind many diseases.

Keywords: Obesity, gut microbiome, Ayurveda, Lekhana basti( medicated enema), gut dysbiosis.