Abstract

ROLE OF AHAR & VIHAR IN THE LIFE LONGEVITY

Dr. Anil Khatana*, Dr. Samita Kalra and Dr. Snehdeeep Soni

Abstract

Ayurveda is a science of life in which emphasis is always given to maintenance of equilibrium of dosha, dhatu & mala. Life is sustained by tripod of life which is mental, physical and spiritual factors constituted by sharir, indriya, satva, atma. The same definition stated by Aacharyasushruta later on accepted byWHO in same manner. The first importance is always given to Aahar for the same purpose aaharvidhivisheshayatan is stated. Healthy living can be achieved through combination of aahar, vihar & aushadhies like rasayana & vajikaran. Ayurveda apart from providing maintenance, promotion of health and prevention of disease through diet, lifestyle, dincharya, ritucharya, ratricharya can also be practiced. The important contribution of Ayurveda is introduction to a new concept of Aacharrasayana which has become the need of present era. The life style disorders ranging from diabetes mellitus, hypertension, obesity even upto cancer need correction of living patterns, sleeping patterns & food habits for the same purpose Ayurveda can be the best pathy to follow. Concept of healthy living in Ayurveda thus needs more elaboration which will be discussed through next headings.

Keywords: Ayurveda, tripod of life, Aaharvidhivisheshayatan, Rasayana, vajeekaran Acharrasayana, life style disorders,