Abstract:
Introduction: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by severe acute
respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The disease was first identified in December
2019 in Wuhan, the capital of China's Hubei province, and has since spread globally, resulting in the
ongoing2019-20 coronavirus pandemic. As of 4 May 2020, more than 3.5 million cases have been
reported across 187 countries and territories, resulting in more than 247,000 deaths. More than 1.12
million people have recovered.Common symptoms include fever, cough, fatigue, shortness of breath
and loss of smell and taste. Aim: This study is to study thesiddha prospective aspect of immune
booster against COVID – 19to follow the seasonal regimen (ruthu sariyai). Results and Discussion:
In Siddha, the year is divided into six seasons consisting of two months each. The regular disciplines
of food and action are mentioned for each season in Siddha text. This COVID -19 infection hitted
periods are Munpani, Pinpani, Ilavenil and Mudhuvenil. There is no specific medicine to treat
coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Therefore, we must enhance our immunity. In Siddha, Various
foods and seasonal regimens are mentioned in Siddha authentic literatures to boost the immunity.
Mentioned seasonal regimens are validated in this study. The regular disciplines of food and action as
mentioned for each season are followed as strictly as possible so that we could avoid the occurrences
of the COVID - 19.Conclusion: According to the results and discussion of this research seasonal
variations altered the body functions. Therefore, our immune system become affected. Its regulation
regimen has been mentioned in Siddha medicine. In this seasonal variation affected to body and mind
therefore, Siddhars already defined the diet and habits on particular season. This research provides
useful documentation in seasonal regimen to healthier living.
