European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences

AN ANALYTICAL STUDY ON PATHYA-APATHYA IN MEDOROGA WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO HYPERLIPIDEMIA

Dr. Priyanka Sharma and Dr. Mangalagowri V. Rao*

ABSTRACT

In lifestyle diseases like hyperlipidemia whole some diet and modification of lifestyle are key factors in the management. The wholesome regimen which does not impair the body system and which is pleasing to the mind is called Pathya. That which is not pleasing is the unwholesome regimen or Apathya. Ahara Vidhi Visesayatanas like Prakriti, Karana, Samyoga, Rashi, Desha, Kala, Upayogasamstha, Upabhokta should be given importance while advising Pathya Ahara. The adoption of Pathya and refrainment of Apathya Ahara and Vihara is the apt answer for management of Hyperlipidemia. The diet with Laghu, Ruksha, Kaphamedohara and Srotoshodhana property should be ingested while avoiding Guru, Snigdha, Kaphamedokara and Abhishyandhi foods. Using healthy diet rich in complex carbohydrates, vegetables, and fruits seasoned with adequate quantity of spices with minimum amount of oils and fats are ideal for management and prevention of Hyperlipidemia or Medoroga. The regimen like exercises, Yogic practices help to reduce Meda as well as psychological stress factors that are causative factors for hyperlipidemia.

Keywords: Medoroga, Hyperlipidemia, Pathya-Apathya, Ahara Vidhi Visheshayatana.