Abstract

THE ROLE OF SWASTHVRITTA IN PROMOTION OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH

Prafull Vasantrao Kotalwar*, Priti Prafull Kotalwar and Sachin T. Agiwal

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Abstract

Swasthavritta, also known as preventive and social medicine in the context of Ayurveda, plays a significant role in occupational health promotion. It focuses on promoting health and preventing diseases through lifestyle modification, proper diet, Yoga, and mental wellbeing. In the context of occupational health, Swasthavritta emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle to prevent diseases that can be caused or exacerbated by workplace factors. This approach involves educating workers about the importance of balanced nutrition, regular exercise, stress management, and adequate rest, all of which contribute to overall health and will be helpful to reduce the risk of occupational diseases. The ultimate goal of occupational health is to prevent workplace-related illnesses and injuries through a variety of actions mentioned in present article.

Keywords: Swasthavritta, occupational health, Yoga, Mental well-being.