Publications by authors named "Elgeena Varghese"

Agni has an important role to play in the physiological functioning of the body. It varies with the bodily constitution of individuals, season, age, and other factors. The uniqueness of each individual is determined by the Prakriti which deals with somatic and psychic development.

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Nidra (sleep), Ahara (food) and Brahmacharya (abstinence) are the three sub-pillars of health and alterations in these basic pillars of health can lead to mortality and morbidity. Among these, Nidra has a critical role in the biological and psychological functioning of the body. The circadian rhythm is the physiological machinery that controls and regulates physiological activities throughout the 24 hours in conjunction with the day and night.

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