Abstract

CONCEPT OF AHARA

*Dr. Lokesh and Dr. Deepa

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Abstract

Ayurveda is a science of life which have mainly two objectives namely Swashthsya Swasthya Rakshanam (To protect and maintain the health of healthy person) and Aturasya vikar prashamanam (To treat the disease and giving relief to sick person). Ahara (food) is the most important factor for sustenance of life. It is described as foremost pillar among the three pillars of life (Trayopsthambha viz. Ahara, Nidra and Bhramcharya) in Ayurveda. When body is supported by the Trayopstamhas, it is endowed by growth, strength and complexion. Ayurveda the science of life has not only emphasized on Ahara (food) but also entire quality of it. Good nutrition that enables us to grow well and enjoy good health depending upon the proper diet. It is true that researches in current knowledge about nutrition have made great in medical field by denoting the deficiency diseases and in the treatment of diseases. But much progress has not yet been made regarding the code and conducts of Ahara and Ahara vidhi in detail.

Keywords: Ahara, Trayopsthambha, Ahar vidhi, Nutrition etc.