European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences

ROLE OF AYURVEDIC CONCEPT OF AHARA AND ADJUVANT HERBAL THERAPY IN THE MANAGEMENT OF IBS

Dr. Vipul Jaiswal*, Dr. Rachna Vipul Jaiswal and Dr. Swati Pawar-Jagtap

ABSTRACT

Ayurveda, as an integrative system of medicine, focuses on prevention and treatment of diseases utilizing its rationale principles. The basic theory of Ayurveda works towards the encouragement and sustenance of long and healthy life. This is fulfilled by following righteous living principles of Swasthvritta, balanced diet and wholesome lifestyle habits that contributed for longevity. While one part of Ayurveda is all about preventing diseases and living healthily, the other part specifically deals with the diagnosis and treatment of several diseases. In this way Ayurveda provides ways of managing several health issue including digestive problems like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This disease is characterized by repeated bouts of abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation and abdominal discomfort. The natural approaches of Ayurveda especially dietary and herbal regimen provides remarkable benefits in managing such types of conditions. This article explores role of Ayurvedic concept of Ahara and adjuvant herbal therapy in the management of IBS.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Ahara, IBS, Swasthvritta, Agni.