International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI)
A Review on Childhood Obesity Management by Siddha Podi Thimirthal Therapy
Published March 16, 2026 • Vol. 13, Issue 2, pp. 1680–1687Open Access
DOI: 10.51244/IJRSI.2026.130200155
Abstract
Childhood obesity is a growing concern worldwide, linked to unhealthy diet and sedentary habits. In Siddha medicine, obesity is known as "Athithoola Noi"and in children as "Balar Athithoola Noi". The condition arises due to deranged "lyam (Kapham)" and weak "Agni (digestive fire). Management includes internal medicines, external therapies, and lifestyle regulation. One such external therapy, "Podi Thimirthal" (powder massage). It uses dry herbal powders with scraping and fat-reducing properties, applied through vigorous upward massage. This therapy improves circulation, metabolism, and lymphatic drainage, thereby reducing excess fat and toxins.
Keywords: Balar Athithoola Noi, Childhood Obesity, External Therapy, Podi Thimirthal, Siddha
| Journal | International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI) |
|---|---|
| ISSN | 2321-2705 |
| Volume / Issue | Volume 13, Issue 2 |
| Pages | 1680–1687 |
| Publication date | March 16, 2026 |
| DOI | 10.51244/IJRSI.2026.130200155 |
| Publisher | RSIS International |
| License | Open Access |
How to cite this article
Sharujah S, Govarshni A, Madhumitha M, & Janani A.M (2026). A Review on Childhood Obesity Management by Siddha Podi Thimirthal Therapy. International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), 13(2), 1680-1687. https://doi.org/10.51244/IJRSI.2026.130200155
BibTeX
@article{Sharujah2026,
title = {A Review on Childhood Obesity Management by Siddha Podi Thimirthal Therapy},
author = {Sharujah S and Govarshni A and Madhumitha M and Janani A.M},
journal = {International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI)},
volume = {13},
number = {2},
pages = {1680--1687},
year = {2026},
doi = {10.51244/IJRSI.2026.130200155},
publisher = {RSIS International}
}