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Correlation of Serum Interleukin-6 Levels with Atisthoulya (Obesity): An Integrative Approach between Ayurveda and Modern Biomedicine

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  • Sudipa Saha

    (Department of Samhita & Siddhanta, Prakash Institute of Ayurvedic Medical Sciences & Research, Uttar Pradesh)

  • Mahesh Vyas

    (Department of Samhita & Siddhanta, Prakash Institute of Ayurvedic Medical Sciences & Research, Uttar Pradesh)

  • Anil Kumar

    (Department of Samhita & Siddhanta, All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi)

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Background: Obesity (Atisthoulya) is both a biomedical and Ayurvedic concern, linked with metabolic disorders and chronic low-grade inflammation (metaflammation). Interleukin-6 (IL-6) is a key biomarker in this process. Objective: To assess serum IL-6 levels in individuals with varying BMI and correlate findings with Ayurvedic descriptions of Atisthoulya. Methods: A cross-sectional study on 174 adults (20–60 years) was conducted. Participants were categorized by BMI, and serum IL-6 was measured using ELISA. Statistical analysis included ANOVA and regression models. Results: IL-6 levels increased significantly with BMI (p

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  • Sudipa Saha & Mahesh Vyas & Anil Kumar, 2025. "Correlation of Serum Interleukin-6 Levels with Atisthoulya (Obesity): An Integrative Approach between Ayurveda and Modern Biomedicine," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS), vol. 10(9), pages 369-377, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjf:journl:v:10:y:2025:i:9:p:369-377
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