International Journal of Indian Medicine

ISSN: 0000-0000

Year: 2024 |Volume: 5 | Issue: 12


PRE-CONCEPTUAL ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: AN INTEGRATIVE PERSPECTIVE OF MODERN SCIENCE AND AYURVEDA

About Author

Jugade V, 1 , Pendam K,2 , Khot L.B. 3

1Professor Dept.of Rachna Sharir, M S Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital, Gondia, Maharashtra, India.

2Assistant Professor, Dept. of Shalya tantra, M S Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital, Gondia, MH, India.

3Associate Professor, Dept. of Streerog & Prasutitantra, M S Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital, Gondia,MH,India.


Date of Acceptance: 2024-12-12

Date of Publication:2025-01-10

Correspondence Address:

Dr.Vandana Jugade Professor & HOD, Dept of Rachna Sharir, M S Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospita, Gondia, Maharashtra, India. Email: vandanaaloni@gmail.com
Article-ID:IJIM_352_01_25 https://ijim.co.in

Keywords: Pre-conceptual care, environmental factors, reproductive health, detoxification.


Source of Support: Nill

Conflict of Interest: None declared


Abstract


The pre-conceptual phase is a critical period where environmental factors influence reproductive health and the health of future offspring. This article explores the modern scientific understanding and Ayurvedic perspectives on pre-conceptual environmental factors, emphasizing their impact on fertility, gamete quality, embryonic development, and overall progeny health. Modern science identifies factors such as nutrition, stress, pollutants, and lifestyle habits as pivotal in shaping reproductive outcomes. Simultaneously, Ayurveda underscores the importance of pre-conceptional ‘Shodhana’ (detoxification) and ‘Rasayana’ (rejuvenation) therapies to optimize the health of ‘Beeja’ (gametes), ‘Kshetra’ (uterus), ‘Ambu’ (nourishment), and ‘Ritu’ (timing). This integrative review discusses synergistic approaches for pre-conceptional care, blending contemporary evidence-based interventions with ancient Ayurvedic wisdom. The goal is to enhance reproductive potential, minimize adverse environmental impacts, and promote the birth of healthy progeny.