Abstract : Gambhari, an essential component of Dashamuala dravya is termed to be Rasayanadravya, medhya activity has been related to its fruits, which are edible in nature. Memory enhancing effect of Gambhariphala has been evaluated clinically on school children belonged to different socio-economic status. The children were grouped and administered with Gambhari phalachurna granules 5 gm once daily at morning and Placebo powder 5 gm respectively once daily at morning the children were advised to follow the diet for 90 days and follow up period set for 90 days. Efficacy of Gambhariphalachurna was assessed using parameters mentioned in Charakasamhita Vimanasthana 8th chapter i.e Rogabhishagajitiyaadhyaya and results were compared with placebo group using SPSS statistical tool. Significant improvement were noticed among Gambhariphala churna treated group with respect to all the parameters, hence Gambhariphalachurna on satva is established scientifically w.s r. to memory promoting activity.
Keyword : Dashamula,Gmelinaarborea, Memory, Satva.
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