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Traditional Medicine and Biotechnology in Health — Revision Notes
ICSE · Class 11 · Environmental Science
Traditional Medicine and Biotechnology in Health revision notes for ICSE Class 11 Environmental Science: 4 topics in quick points.
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1. Traditional Systems of Medicine
- Traditional medicine is based on long-developed knowledge, natural resources and holistic care.
- Health is viewed as a balance of physical, mental and social well-being.
- The major traditional systems covered are Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, Naturopathy, Homeopathy and Yoga.
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2. Ayurveda
- Ayurveda originated in prehistoric times and developed significantly during the Vedic period.
- It is one of the oldest systems of medicine.
- Ayurveda recognises seven basic tissues: plasma, blood, muscles, fat, bone, marrow and semen.
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3. Unani Medicine
- Unani medicine is a Perso-Arabic system of traditional medicine.
- It was widely practised during the Mughal period and is still practised in many parts of South India.
- It is based on the teachings of Greek physicians Hippocrates and Galen.
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4. Siddha Medicine
- Siddha medicine originated in Tamil Nadu, South India.
- The Central Council of Indian Medicine was established in 1971 and regulates education in Siddha medicine.
- There are 22 principal Siddhars, with Agasthya regarded as the father of Siddha medicine.
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