TEJAS Journal of Technologies and Humanitarian Science

The Critical Interpretation on Ahar (Food)-An Ayurvedic Prospective

Dr Saurabh Singh Yadav
Assistant Professor Dept of Swasthavritta, Uttarakhand Ayurved University Gurukul Campus Haridwar

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Dr Shashank Nautiyal
Assistant Professor Dept of Kriya Sharir, Uttarakhand Ayurved University Gurukul Campus Haridwar

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Abstract:

Healthy diet is the foundation of a healthy life. The most significant aspect of existence is Aahar. Diseases and health are dependent on the Aahara. When taken correctly, Aahar can either promote improved health or cause sickness. For living things, food is the source of their Oja, power, life, and color. food in return. is derived from the six basic Flavors that are present in all foodcontaining ingredients. The unique tastes, characteristics, potencies, and digestive changes of the substances are what maintain the balance between dosha and dhatu. Food has a direct correlation to growth, health, complexion, and sensory awareness; inequity in nutrition leads to disease. According to Ayurveda, three characteristics of mind—Rajasika (quality of passion and manipulation), Tamsika (darkness, destruction), and satvika (quality of purity and harmony)—are supported and brought forth by food. The Satvik diet seems to be akin to a cautious, contemporary eating plan.

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