Abstract

THE IMPORTANCE OF AAHAR IN LIFESTYLE DISORDERS

*Dr. Rishabh Jain, Dr. Omhprakash Shukla, Dr. S. N. Tiwari and Dr. Pravanjan Acharya

Abstract

Aahar is considered as Mahabhaishajya (the superior medicine). 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 Trayopstambhasa, it is endowed by growth, strength and complexion. Various life style disorders and numerous diseases occur due to faulty dietary habits which may be prevented by proper Aahar and eating habits. Ayurveda insists that Aahar should be chosen in accordance to the Prakriti or constitution of individual, Dincharya, and Ritucharya. In the past few decades, due to rapid economic development and increasing westernization of lifestyle caused the prevalence of various disorders. Ayurveda is the foremost life science and describes various ways to prevent and manage disorders through proper Aahar (food intake). Ayurveda provides a better solution in the form of proper dietary management, lifestyle Advises, Panchakarma like detoxification and bio-purification procedures, medicaments, and rejuvenation therapies. To manage Life Style disorder, a person should adopt some good habits, which can help them to stay healthy & happy. Aahar is the most important factor in life. Health as well as disease is dependent on Aahar. Proper diet, taken in proper manner can lead to better health or else can lead to diseases.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Aahar, Trayopsthambha, Lifestyle, Dincharya, Ritucharya.