Swasthya Adhikar

This document is a Jain text titled "Swasthya Adhikar" (Health Rights) by Muni Prarthanasagar, published by the Prarthanasagar Foundation. It is a comprehensive guide to natural healing and health management, presented in Hindi. The book covers a vast array of topics related to health, from the fundamental principles of disease and bodily humors to specific remedies for numerous ailments.

Here's a breakdown of the content based on the provided pages:

Core Concepts & Principles:

• Mantras, Yantras, and Tantras: The book's subtitle suggests an approach that integrates spiritual and energetic practices with physical healing.
• Health as a Right: The title itself emphasizes the importance of health and the individual's entitlement to it.
• Ayurvedic/Traditional Indian Medicine Framework: The text extensively uses the concepts of Doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) as the root cause of diseases. It explains their nature, locations, causes of aggravation, and symptoms of imbalance.
  • Vata (Air/Wind): Described as strong, subtle, cold, dry, light, and restless, with five sub-types (Udan, Prana, Samana, Apana, Vyana) governing various bodily functions.
  • Pitta (Bile/Fire): Characterized as hot, oily, light, sharp, and foul-smelling, with five sub-types (Pachak, Ranjak, Sadhak, Alochak, Bhrajak) related to digestion, blood formation, intellect, vision, and skin.
  • Kapha (Phlegm/Water): Defined as oily, cold, heavy, thick, white, sweet, and associated with tamasic guna, with five sub-types (Kledan, Avalamban, Rasana, Snehal, Shleshma) governing lubrication, support, taste, sensory function, and joint lubrication.
• Causes of Dosha Imbalance: The text details various factors leading to the vitiation of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, including diet, lifestyle, emotions (anger, grief, fear), season, and time of day.
• Natural Healing Methods: The book outlines various techniques for preparing medicinal formulations, including:
  • Swaras (fresh juice)
  • Kalka (paste)
  • Kwath (decoction/kadha)
  • Him (cold infusion)
  • Phant (strained infusion)
  • Churna (powder)
  • Avaleha (conserve/electuary)
  • Golis (pills)
  • Yusha (soup)
  • Ghrita and Tail (medicated ghee and oil) preparation
  • Lep (poultice/paste)
  • Bhavna (impregnation)
  • Patal Yantra (an underground distillation method)
  • Use of ingredients like lime water, curd preparations, etc.
• Dosage and Administration: Guidance is provided on dosage for infants, children, and adults, as well as the appropriate times for taking medicines.
• Identification of Death: A section provides signs to recognize when a patient is nearing death.

Treatment of Specific Diseases and Conditions:

The book contains an extensive list of ailments and their natural remedies, covering virtually all aspects of human health. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Fever (Jwar): Different types of fevers (Vata, Pitta, Kapha, mixed, and Sannipat), their causes, symptoms, and treatments. It also discusses fever management, dietary recommendations (pathya and apatheya), and precautions. Specific fevers like Malaria, Typhoid, and Pneumonia are addressed.
• Respiratory Issues: Common cold (Jukam), cough (dry and wet), asthma (Shwas), and tuberculosis (Kshay).
• Head and Neurological Issues: Headaches (Sir-rog), migraines (Adhasir-dard), dizziness (Bhanvar), memory enhancement (Smaran-shakti), and paralysis (Lakwa).
• Digestive Disorders: Indigestion (Mandagni), loss of appetite (Aruchi), stomach pain (Udar-rog), gas (Pet ki gas), acidity (Amlapitta), constipation (Kabz), diarrhea (Atisar), worms (Krimi rog), and abdominal swelling (Jalodar).
• Skin Disorders: Various skin diseases (Charm rog), itching (Khujli), eczema/ringworm (Dad), acne (Muhase), and leucoderma (Swet dag).
• Hair and Beauty: Hair growth, hair fall, graying hair, and baldness treatments.
• Oral Health: Tooth decay, gum diseases (Mousadon ka rog), mouth ulcers (Mukh ke chhale), bad breath (Mukh ki durgandha), and pyorrhea (Peyaria).
• Eye, Ear, and Nose Ailments: Eye diseases (Netra rog), ear problems (Kan-rog), and nasal issues (Nak rog).
• Urinary and Kidney Problems: Urinary tract infections, difficulty urinating (Mutra-bandh), and kidney stones (Pathri rog).
• Heart and Circulatory Issues: Heart disease (Hriday rog), blood pressure (Rakt Chap).
• Bone and Joint Issues: Joint pain (Jodon ka dard), knee pain (Ghutnon ka dard), arthritis (Gathiya rog), and bone fractures (Haddi tootne par).
• Mental and Emotional Health: Depression (Depression), madness (Unmad), fainting (Murchha), and epilepsy (Mrigi rog).
• Viperine and Insect Bites: Treatments for snake bites, scorpion stings, dog bites, and stings from wasps/bees.
• Women's Health: Menstrual irregularities (Rukav hat masik dharm), excessive bleeding (Raktardh), infertility (Garbh dharan karna), miscarriage prevention (Girta garbh rokna), and childbirth facilitation (Sukh se prasav ho).
• Men's Health: Impotence (Napoosankta), premature ejaculation (Swapn dosh, Veerya stambhan), sperm count increase (Shukraanuon ki vriddhi), and overall vitality (Bal purusharth).
• Pediatric Care: Fevers and other ailments in children.
• Other Miscellaneous Ailments: Hemorrhoids (Bawasir), vomiting (Vaman), cholera (Haija), liver disorders (Lever rog), spleen disorders (Tilli rog), and bedwetting (Bistar mutra nivaran).
• Specific Remedies: The book provides detailed lists of herbs, their properties, and how to use them in various combinations for different conditions. It also includes preparation methods for various medicinal compounds.

Astrology and Economic Forecasting:

Towards the end of the book, there are sections on astrological calculations related to:

• Fast and Slow Markets (Tezi-Mandi): Methods for predicting market trends based on astrological charts, planetary positions, and specific formulas involving "dhruvas" (constants) for different entities like planets, months, days, constellations, commodities, and even places. This section appears to be a form of economic astrology.
• Calendarical Astrology: Analysis of the significance of the day of the week for Sankranti (solar transitions) and their impact on prices, weather, and societal well-being. It also discusses the influence of constellations on the prices of various commodities.
• Remedial Astrology: A significant portion is dedicated to "Kaalsarp Dosh Nivaran" (remedy for planetary malefic conjunctions) and "Manglik Dosh Nivaran" (remedy for astrological afflictions related to Mars). It explains the astrological basis of these doshas and provides details about performing specific rituals and ceremonies, including recommended offerings and attire.

Errata/Correction Sheet:

The final pages contain a "Shuddhi Patra" (Correction Sheet), listing numerous typographical errors and their corrections throughout the text, indicating a diligent effort to ensure accuracy.

In essence, "Swasthya Adhikar" is a holistic health manual grounded in traditional Indian medicine, emphasizing natural remedies, dietary discipline, and a balanced lifestyle, with an added layer of astrological and spiritual guidance for overcoming life's challenges.