The power of sensory and motor faculties decreases with age. It is evident that after the age of forty years, the power starts decreasing gradually and it becomes more evident after age of seventy years. [Su. Sa. Sutra Sthana 35/29] Rasayana (rejuvenation) therapies shall be started well in advance at younger age to prevent this loss due to ageing.
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The power of sensory and motor faculties decreases with age. It is evident that after the age of forty years, the power starts decreasing gradually and it becomes more evident after the age of seventy years. [Su. Sa. Sutra Sthana 35/29]
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In a research study, it is found that an increase in the threshold for odour detection, lower perceived odour intensity, and a decreased ability to identify food-related odours occur in old age. Current research suggests that some nutritional deficiencies (e.g. zinc) are associated with taste disturbances in older individuals.
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Rasayana (rejuvenation) therapies shall be started well in advance at a younger age to prevent this loss due to aging.
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In a research study, it is found that an increase in the threshold for odour detection, lower perceived odour intensity, and a decreased ability to identify food-related odours occur in old age. Current research suggests that some nutritional deficiencies (e.g. zinc) are associated with taste disturbances in older individuals.
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== Preservation of health of indriya and management of disease ==
== Preservation of health of indriya and management of disease ==