A Comparative Study on Importance of AaharVidhi Visheshyatan in Modern Scenario
Journal Title: International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharmaceutical Chemistry - Year 2019, Vol 0, Issue 0
Abstract
Ayurveda is an oldest sustaining science of life, it is not only the ocean of knowledge which heals the disease but also it is a science which treats life and it is a preventive measure for healthy lifestyle. Aahaar (food) plays an important role in preventing diseases and enhancing healing property of the body. It nourishes the body; provides stamina and increases the age, digestive ability, immunity and ultimately gives us a healthy and prosperous life. Aaharvidhivisheshyatan is a unique and very beneficial conceptual principle of Acharya Charaka which is related with selection, adaptation and digestion of food. This basic principle of Ayurveda is based on Agni, dosh, dhatu, mala that maintains the equilibrium (dosha-dhatumala samya). To maintain the health all the eight factors are important but according to modern kala (time of meal), karan (processing of food) and Rashi (quantity) are the most important factors for fruitful and better digestion.
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Jyoti Agrawal
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