Maintenance and Preservation of Health in Mashaaikh (Old age) according to Unani viewpoint

Abstract

Population aging around the world is increasing dramatically. Also, it is now a big burden on low and middle-income countries. Healthy old age will be a benefit for the person themselves and the country, too. According to Unani concept, if old age is managed in a proper way that can preserve the health of that individual. Unani texts and published journal articles were considered.  Unani describes that the temperament of old age is cold and dry in nature and therefore the regime suitable for old age people renders the body warm and moist. A night of sufficient sleep in a pleasantly aroma odoured room, massage with oil at a moderate level, and then a gentle exercise like walking are beneficial to keep healthy old age.  The flow of urine continuously assisted by diluents and also the residues should be out of the stomach by the way of bowels without constipation. A warm bath generally benefits for old age.