European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences

AYURVEDA PRINCIPLES OF HEALTHY REGIMEN W.S.R. TO CONCEPT OF RITUCHARYA: AN APPROACH OF DISEASE PREVENTION

Dr. Pranay Kumar Dinkarrao Utane*, Dr. Anuja Sudhir Kulkarni and Dr. Kamlakar Krishnarao Gowardhan

ABSTRACT

Ayurveda the great science of Indian civilization suggested many ways of long and healthy life. Ayurveda not only concern towards the longevity and vitality but it also emphasizes ethical and spiritual conducts. Principles of Ayurveda help to retain normal health conditions by preventing pathogenesis of diseases. There are many theories described by Ayurveda philosophers for healthy living and concept of Ritucharya is one of them. Concept of Ritucharya encompasses rules of seasonal regimen and these rules need to be followed as per the seasonal conditions to maintain normal and disease free health status. Ritucharya and Dinacharya are suggested seasonal and daily regimen by ancient Ayurveda philosophers which contributed significantly towards the prevention of Dosha Vaishamya. Conduction of disciplinary regimen in specific season not only boosts physical and mental health but also resist pathogenesis of life style disorders. Considering these all aspect present article dealt with Ayurveda concept of Ritucharya.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Ritucharya, Disease, Dosha.