Benefits of Stanya During Infancy- A Critical Review
Shiwani Pandey , Deodas M. S , Sudha Singh , Deepa Khasgiwala
P.G. Scholar , Professor and H.O.D , Associate professor , Assistant Professor , Department of Kaumarbhritya, PDEA college of Ayurveda, Pradhikaran, Nigdi, Pune, Maharashtra, India-411044.
Corresponding Author: Dr. Shiwani Pandey
E-mail: drshiwani25@gmail.com
Submission: 09.07.2020 Acceptance: 20.08.2020 Publication: 31.08.2020
https://www.doi.org/10.63778/PDEASIJRAAS-ARJCPL/2020_0012
Abstract: Breast milk is the complete diet for a new born. According to Ayurveda breast milk is the essence of Rasadhatu which is formed from the digested food in the mother‟s body. Breast feeding is one of the most effective ways to ensure child health and survival. However nearly 2 out of 3 infants are not exclusively breastfed for the recommended 6 months a rate that has not improved in decade. Breast milk is the ideal food for infants. It is safe, clean and contains antibodies which help protect against many common child hood illnesses. Breast milk provides all the energy and nutrients that the infant needs during the second half of the first year and during the second year of life. The pre- sent article is aimed to extract the importance of breast feeding according to modern and Ayurveda. Ayurveda has described many characteristics of Stanya along with dusti and its management.