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Objectives: Modern scientific research has distinguished between the male and female hair loss while Ayurveda does not explicitly make that demarcation. The present work describes the male and female hair loss distinctions from Ayurveda perspective. Data Source: The published scientific articles, traditional Ayurveda texts and scientific view-point and opinions of practicing Ayurveda Experts were the data sources. Review Methods: Male and female hair loss differentiation based on Ayurvedic concepts such as Dosha-Dhatu-Mala, Dhatu-Kshaya, and Dosha vitiationare captured. Results: Ayurveda attributes imbalance in the basic body constituents – Dosha, Dhatu, and Mala – for being the responsible factor for any health problem. The same philosophy is extended to the hair-related issues such as hair loss, hair graying, and hair damage. It was understood that male hair loss patterns, reasons and etiopathology are distinct from females due to a variety of factors such as the Dhatu/Upadhatucomposition and their functions. The deficiency/imbalance of Rasa and RaktaDhatu is the primary reason for hairloss in females, while males have relationship with their ShukraDhatu composition and function to be closely associated with hair health. Conclusion: Based on the collated ayurvedic understanding, we concluded that male hair loss needs a different treatment than female hair loss issues.

Objective: To evaluate whether the milk is compatible as daily routine beverage or not. Data Source: Ayurvedic classics with available commentaries, material available online have been thoroughly screened, analyzed and presented in a systematic manner. Review Methods: literary review deals with eight types of milk which are commonly used in the community described by different Samhita. It is mentioned under Ksheera Varga that comes under Drava Varga of Ahara. Being part of Ahara its intake amount depends upon Agni, Desha, Kala, Vaya and Prakriti. Results: Persons living in Sadharandesha with Samagni should take Go-dughda (cow's milk) and Aja-dughda (goat milk). In Varsha Ritu, individual's having Mandagni and living in Aanupadesha buffalo's milk is contraindicated although it is beneficial in Tikshnagni individuals and in Hemanta Ritu. Its use is prohibited with the Haritkayadi varga, Amla Varga, and Lavana Varga. Milk is more beneficial in Vata and Pitta dominant constitution. Conclusion: Milk can be considered as boon if taken according to Desha (geographical region), Kala (season), Prakriti or Agni (digestive capacity) and also can be a curse if not taken appropriately.

Objective: Aesculus indica Linn. commonly known as Indian horse chestnut belongs to family hippocastanaceae. It is extensively used in folk medicine. The whole plant is proved to possess beneficial therapeutic activities like anti-tumour, anti-diabetic and anti-oxidant etc. However no approved marketed formulation of any of its active ingredients is available in any country of the world till date. There is also a subtle mention of its toxicity in some studies. Its uses can be exploited commercially in a better way if its active pharmaceutical ingredients are able to be separated from its toxic ingredients. Succinctly, the plant can be used commercially in future only when its toxicity is managed somehow. The review briefly summarizes its beneficial effects and the problem associated with it as a counterpart with a brief mention of on-going medicinal research on it. Data Source: The data is collected from different databases i.e. Science Direct, PubMed, Google and Google Scholar. Review Methods: Bibliographic investigation was carried out by analysing various research and review papers. Results and Conclusion: Aesculus indica can be used to develop variety of products with high nutritional and medicinal values. The compound Aescin (a triterpenoids saponin) has been isolated from this plant and i.e. used to prevent several ailments such as rheumatism, skin diseases, relieve headache and wound healing. It also contains some phytoconstituents which have high potency to be used in cosmetics.

Objective: All around the globe the COVID-19 pandemic has jolted the minds of Scientists. They are trying to find any possible measures to fight against this pandemic. There is no specific treatment available for corona virus till now and a vaccine is yet to become available until 2021. The patients suffering from COVID-19 are under physical as well psychological trauma. Any intervention which improves quality of life of these patients is of paramount importance at this juncture. Chakras mediation which is a non pharmacological intervention for psychological wellbeing of patients is a time tested and scientifically proven approach to deliver holistic treatment to them. Traditional Indian practices are real soft power of India being followed for spiritual wellbeing even in this time of crisis. Data Source: Extract of various research studies related to Intervention of such practices like meditation, Pranic healing have been reviewed for therapeutic intervention of Shadchakra healing in health and diseases. Review Method: Evidence generated after pragmatic intervention of Chakras meditation will be a scientific contribution which will further generate interest throughout the scientific community. Result and Conclusion: Shadchakra healing therapy is most effective and experienced Psycho-immunological therapy for COVID patients.