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PRAKRITI SPECIFIC DIETS: AN AYURVEDIC GUIDE TO WELLNESS

Veena Jangir*, Sarika Yadav, C. R. Yadav and Gurpreet Kaur Gill

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Abstract

Ayurveda is the science of life. Ayurveda's main goals are the prevention and treatment of disease.[1] Prakriti is one of the main concepts of Ayurveda. Prakriti is the term used to describe an individual's natural condition. Every person has a specific Prakriti. The Prakriti develops at the moment of sperm-ovum fertilization. The Dosha dominance at the moment of conception defines the foetus's Prakriti.[2] It is predetermined at birth and cannot be changed. Prakriti is determined by the predominance of any one, two, or all three Dosha. Therefore, the term "Prakriti" describes the physiological, and psychological constitution that is genetically determined for a particular person. If a person's Ahara and Vihara are determined according to Prakriti; adhering to this results in a good existence. "Today’s generation tends to seek information from newspapers, TV, and other media without questioning it is lack of knowledge in the field of nutrition and food." People believe that this specific diet offers them numerous benefits that improve their health. However, not every food is suitable for everyone because various people have different Prakriti, and these kinds of commercials are mostly used for marketing purposes. After eating a specific food, one should be conscious of how well it fits his body. Therefore, understanding Prakriti and the appropriate diet for each Prakriti is essential. The goal of this study is to assess how diet affects various constitutions (Prakriti) and how it contributes to overall health.

Keywords: Ahara, Dosha, Deha Prakriti, Diet.