Abstract

ROLE OF PATHYA APATHYA IN MODERN ERA-A REVIEW

Dr. Amisha Priyadarshini* and Dr. Yeshwant R. Patil

ABSTRACT

Ayurveda the science of health suggests various theories and principles towards the achievement of healthy physical and mental status. In this regards Ayurveda advocates concepts of Dinacharya and Ritucharya along with Pathya or Apathya. The Pathya-Apathya concept in diet and regimen plays major role in science of ayurveda for maintenance of life style in modern era. The altered life style pattern like fried food, night shifts, mental stress, alcohol addictions etc. is the major risk factors for some certain pathological conditions. The Pathya-Apathya Kalpana not only help to retain healthy status but also prevent pathogenesis of various diseases of modern era like obesity, diabetes, constipation, asthma, diarrhea etc. Pathya-Apathya Kalpana is an important component of every prescription in ayurveda therapy. Sometimes Pathya-Apathya is itself a complete treatment. Ayurveda is one of the oldest recognized systems of medicine with the rich heritage of fundamental concepts one of the most important concepts among all is Pathya-Apathya sankalpana. The treatment of any disease with the help of Aushadha Kalpana can give the expected result when it combined with Pathya-Apathya Kalpana. It not only provides nutrition but also helps to recover from vyadhi and prevents from the recurrence of diseases. This paper intends to highlight on formulating Pathya Pathya regimen for various diseases prevalent in contemporary time on the basis of Principles of Swasthavritta.

Keywords: Dinacharya, Ritucharya, Pathya, Apathya, Vyadhi, Ayurveda.