ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECT OF VYAYAMA (BRISK WALKING) ON AGNI WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO HYPOTHYROIDISM: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

Hypothyroidism, an endocrine disorder characterized by systemic metabolic slowdown, it can correlate with Ayurvedic principle of Mandagni (diminished metabolic fire) and Dhatvagni Mandya (impaired tissue metabolism). In the context of hypothyroidism, this review attempts to methodically evaluate the therapeutic value of Vyayama, particularly brisk walking, as a non-pharmacological intervention for igniting the biological fire (Agni Deepana). The article establishes the pathogenesis of hypothyroidism as a state of Kapha-Vata vitiation and Ama accumulation, directly addressed by the Ushna (heating) and Tikshna (sharp) qualities of Vyayama. It does this by synthesising classical Ayurvedic texts with contemporary endocrinology and exercise physiology. The best type of Vyayama to encourage Medas-kshaya (fat reduction) and restore the effectiveness of Jatharagni and Dhatvagni is brisk walking, a moderate- intensity exercise done within the Ardha-Shakti limit. The results highlight the need to combine this age-old knowledge with contemporary clinical care in order to offer patients with hypothyroidism a comprehensive and successful treatment plan.