Abstract

ROLE OF NIDRA IN HEALTHY LIFE

Dr. Ganesh Kathane* and Dr. Rajkumar Bobade

Abstract

Ayurveda approaches life in a particular way to prevent disease and promote a healthy life by following certain methods and therapies in day to day activities (dinacharya/ratricharya) which could be considered as a part of a health promotion among the fast moving people of this 21st century. Nidra has been given enough importance in ayurveda, it being labeled as the trayopastambha. Proper sleep is essential for a healthy life. In this article nidra and its importance is highlighted from the samhitas to give an overview about the essentiality of sleep in day to day life.

Keywords: Nidra, trayopastambha, healthy life.