AN AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME: REVIEW AND INSIGHTS’’
Introduction: A state of whole physical, mental, and social well-being in which the reproductive process is carried out is known as reproductive health. It encompasses more than just the lack of illnesses or disorders related to reproduction. In addition to the physical discomfort associated with the menstrual cycle, most women experience behavioral and emotional changes. The aetiology of premenstrual syndrome, a psycho-neuro-endocrine disorder that often appears just before menstruation, remains uncertain. A significant number of symptoms reoccur often during the last 7–10 days of the menstrual cycle. Material & Method: Using online databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Research Gate, Web of Science, and Google Scholar, the study's initial step was to compile data about Basti that has previously been published. The relevant content was selected for sorting. Result: In Ayurveda, we should constantly consider a patient's digestive fire (agni), body toxins (ama), and general body strength (ojas) while prescribing medication. A diet that balances the doshas is the first step towards the digestive system's recuperation. Ama is dealt with by cleansing the body, either with palliation, which is a kinder approach for people with low ojas, or Pancha Karma, which is Ayurveda's most effective therapy.
Strong ojas will be created by an individual based on their vikruti (present state of health), which is influenced by their food and lifestyle choices. Talk about Understanding the body's doshas, Ayurveda may provide guidance that is more appropriate for each person's constitution and unique situation. Since Vata is the dosha that most contributes to the imbalance that causes PMS, balancing Vata should be the main objective of general treatment.
KEYWORDS: Agni, Ayurveda, Dosha, Premenstrual Syndrome, Pitta.