Widely regarded as the oldest form of health care in world, Ayurveda is an intricate medical system that originated in India thousands of years ago. The fundamentals of Ayurveda can be found in Hindu scripture called the Vedas-the ancient books of wisdom. The Rig Veda, which was written over 6000 years ago, contains a series of prescription that can help humans overcome various ailments. Ayurveda can be defined as a system which uses the inherent principles of nature, to help maintain a person by keeping the individual's body, mind &spirit in perfect equilibrium with nature.

Meaning
Ayurveda is a Sanskrit term , made up of the words «Ayus» and «Veda».«Ayus means life and «Veda» means knowledge OR science. The term Ayurveda thus means «the science of life» or «the knowledge of life». According to the ancient ayurvedic scholar Charaka, «ayus» comprises the mind, body, senses and the soul.

The art & science of living:
Ayurveda, translated as the art & science of living is a systematic approach which utilizes all that nature provides(Foods , spices , herbal medicines , colours metals, gems, sounds )to not only overcome illness but continually strengthen oneself . Ayurveda evolved in an ancient culture which understood the human condition to be limitless, the day to day implimentation of ayurvedic principles creates a strong body , clarity of mind,& tranquility of spirit so the indivisual may move closer to realizing his/her true potential.

Genesis & Development:
Ayurveda , the oldest system of medicine in the world, traces its roots to the vadic period in ancient India(1500B. C). The RIG VEDA , a compilation of verse on the nature of existence, is the oldest surviving book of any Indo-European language(1500 B. C)this book is based on the nature of health & desease , pathogenesis & principles of treatment.

The atreya Samhita is the oldest medical book in the world; it survives from Takashila University which was operating as early as 800 B. C. The Atharva Veda (800 B. C)lists the eight divisions of Ayurveda: Internal Medicine, Surgery of head & neck, ophthalmology & otorinolaryngology, surgery. toxicology, psychiatry, paediatrics, gerontology or science of rejuvenation,& the science of fertility. In 100 A. D; the physician Charaka revised & supplemented the Atreya Samhita;the Charak samhita is a major work on internal medicine.

Objectives of Ayurveda
The aim of this system is to prevent illness., heal the sick and preserve life. This can be summedup as follows:
• To protect health and prolong life.
• To eliminate diseases and disfunctions of the body. Principles:
Ayurveda is based on the premise that the universe is made up of five elements:- air, fire , water earth and ether. These elements are presented in humans by three energies or forces(doshas). When any of the doshas accumulate in the body beond the desirable limit, the body looses its balance. Ayurveda suggests specific lifestyle and nutritional guidelines to help individuals reduce the exess doshas. It views the person as a composit of these three forces(doshas):

• Vata , the force symbolized by Air
• Pitta , The force symbolized by Fire
• Kapha , Yhe force symbolized by Water

The quality and relative balance of these forces determines health and disease. when these forces (doshas) act harmoniously, the functions of digestion, absorption & elimination(physical and mental)create health. As these forces are responsible for specific areas of body/ mond function, the symptom of imbalance indicate which of these force is deficient or excessive.

Ayurvedic definition of health:
In Ayurvedic Medicine, health is defined as soundness of body(shrira)mind(manas)and self(atman). Each of these must be nurtured if the individual
Is to create health. Ayurveda offers a holictic approach based upon the understanding that no single agent by itself couses disease or brings health.

Influence Of Ayurveda on East & West:

Ayurveda Today In the modern world, Ayurveda is increasingly popular because it speaks to those elementary concepts of

1. Contact with nature
2. Holism
3. We are whar we eat

Ayurveda forms an integeral part of the daily regimen of hundreds of millions of people worldwide. Its principles are utilized not only to treat persons who are ill but also to prepare a balance meal and to construct a harmonios environment. Ayurveda brings to life the the conept of preventive health care & health promotion. The goal of ayurveda is to help the individual discover a personal knowledge of living.

At present most of us no longer know how to maintain our own health & are either actively or passively participating in the distruction of the earth. Widely we are contributing to the structure of society that that values the acquisition of wealth above all else. But the Vedic view is that the human condition is limitless : we have a deep desire to realize unity with nature & divinity with ourselves. AYURVEDA IS THE KNOWLEDGE OF WHAT NATURE IN HER GENEROSITY PROVIDE S.

Law of Nature and spirituality:
In essence, ayurveda explains the laws of nature that cause health or desease. The main factors that cause poor health ( also described as imbalance are:

1. poor digestion
2. weak immune system

When food is not properly digested , it stays in the body. Nutrients are not absorbed and the food decays and forms toxins. these toxins caused most disease in the body. Therefore it is important to have good digestion.

The immune system can become depleted by poor nutrition , over work , drugs and other factors. The finest essence of nutrition develops a life saps that protects the immune system
naturally.

Ayurveda : A Unique Concept
This spiritual science offers numerous unique benefits:

• It considers people as individuals , not as generic group.
• It heels from the rootcause of an illness , not merely treating the symptoms.
• Only natural therapies are offered.
• Therapies are effective without any side effects.

Ayurveda : A Holistic Science

What does holistic means??

It looks at the whole of ones life. Health and disease are byproducts of all aspects of one's
Life : Nutrition , immune system , carrer , mental frame , family and social activities. If one area is weakened , all other areas begin to suffer.

Therapies Offered By Ayurveda
Using a holistic approach , ayurveda offers therapies for each of the five senses . Therapies includes:

• Taste : Different natural preparations for ailments related to every part of human body and Nutritional guidelines.
• Touch : Massage , Yoga , exercise.
• Smell : Aromatherapy
• Sight : Colour Therapy
• Hearing : Music therapy , Mantra Meditation , Living Ethically.

Ayurveda Today Has Global Acceptance
The world health organization recognises it as an effective alternative system of medicine . Ayurveda is the world's most Eco-Friendly system of medicine. All the components used in the treatments are nurtures in nature's womb and are practically free from causing any side effects.

Ayurveda is not a mere medical system aims to detect and cure ailments but is a vast science where the larger emphasis is on the prevention of ailments, as well as giving priority on the principles of life necessary to attain physical and mental happiness and longetivity. Everything in ayurveda is validated by observation, inquiry, direct examination and knowledge derived from the ancient texts. The Goal of Ayurveda is to help the individual discover a personal knowledge of living.

In many countries of the world, Ayurvedic universities offer in depth study of ayurvedic treatments for various deseases. Ayurveda treatments are effective for almost all ailments of the body. All ayurvedic medicines are being prepared from natural herbs which were found effective since many years. These treatments are result of in depth study of ancient researchers of vedic era. Because all ingredients of ayurvedic medicine are natural hence there is no side effects of these treatments.
Cough and conjesion has become very common health problem now a days. Ayurveda reveals very effective herbs which are beneficial for cough. Ayurvedic cough syrups can be of great help in such problem without causing any harmful effect on.

KOFOL is a range of products which contains anti cough syrup, balm & lozengies.

Kofol syrup — the herbal syrup, that treats cough, cold in the head, fever, relieves breathing and expectoration. The pharmacology of syrup can be derived from the combination of different properties of all herb present in the preparation.

Activity of components of Kofol syrup:

1. Vasaka adhatoda — acts as an expectorant, mucolytic & a demulcent agent.
2. Glycyrrhiza glabra — acts as a demulcent, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anti-tussive & a expectorant agent.
3. Solanum xanthocarpum — acts as a mucolytic, expectorant, anti-inflammatory & a bronchodialator agent.
4. Terminalia belerica — acts as an expectorant, mucolytic, anti-tussive & a decongestant agent.
5. Ocimum sanctum — acts as an expectorant, demulcent & an anti-septic agent.
6. Viola adorata — acts as anti- inflammatory agent.
7. Juniperus communis — acts as an expectorant, mucolytic & anti-septic agent.

Kofol syrup is very effective for treatment of cough and conjesion with infection in the high respiratory track, angina, adenoiditis, pharyngitis, rhinitis, cold in the head. The first signs of relief emerge in 1–2 days after beginning of treatment. The preparation gives relief in many cases of specific diseases, that were treated by corresponding preparations.
Kofol treats cough & conjesion gently & without any side effect.

Apart from syrup Kofol balm can be applied tropically to get immediate relief from conjestion in lungs.

Kofol balm is a unique composition of ingredients proved by years.

Activity of components of Kofol balm:

1. Cinnamomum camphora — acts as an analgetic & an anti-septic agent.
2. Oleum terebinthinae rectificatum — acts as an anti-septic & an expectorant agent.
3. Mentha arvensis — acts as a calming & a distracting agent.
4. Oleum Eucalypti — acts as a deodorant & an antiseptic agent.
5. Oleum Myristicae — acts as an analgetic, anti-irritative & a decongestant agent.
6. Trachyspermum ammi — acts as an expectorant & a sudatory agent.

These natural components quickly purify nasal respiratory track. The medicinal steams make breathing easy. The balm also is used for treatment of back & neck pain, caused by cold.

Kofol lozenges — an ideal combination of medicinal herbs for supporting normal breathing function.

Activity of components of Kofol lozenges:

1. Glycyrrhiza glabra — acts as a demulcent, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anti-tussive & an expectorant agent.
2. Terminalia bellerica — acts as an expectorant & a mucolytic agent.
3. Zingiber officinale — acts as an expectorant, anti-pyretic & an anti-inflammatory agent.
4. Curcuma longa — acts as an anti-bacterial, anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory & an anti-pyretic agent.

Kofol lozenges are very effective for treatment of cough and conjesion with infection in the high respiratory track, angina, pharyngitis, rhinitis, cold in the head.
Lozenges can also be used for soothing throat.

Preparations are well tolerated by all patients including children and no side effects are observed.