Abstract

AN AYURVEDIC LITERARY REVIEW OF SHARAD RITU - DIET AND LIFESTYLE REGIMEN

Dr. Sumit* and Dr. M. B. Gaur

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Abstract

The intensity of cold and warmness alter in consonance with the movement of earth dividing the year in to various seasons. This cause changes not only in the outer atmosphere but also it disturbs the equilibrium of dosha in the human body. The seasonal alteration of dosha is contemplated ordinary and they will show their effect on body if they are not handled properly. Ayurveda, the holistic healing science proclaims health for mankind with the motto of prevention is better than cure. For a more expected quality of life for healthy persons, dincharya, ritucharya, sadvrutta are explained in swastha chatushka in charak Samhita. Ritucharya being related to seasonal regimen and this specific regimen and diet is peculiar for every season. In varsha, sharad and hemanta ritus pitta dosha chaya, prakopa and prashama occur respectively. In present era, nobody pays attention to changing environment hence decreased immunity which leads to mostly pittaj- pradhan vyadhi in sharad ritu. One’s diet of various kind leads to upgradation of strength and complexion only if he knows the wholesomeness according to different seasons dependent on behaviour and diet. This review article highlights the wisdom of ancient ayurvedic literature and some historical view of the regimen and dietary habits in sharad ritu.

Keywords: Dincharya, Ritucharya, Ratricharya, Sadvrutta, sharad ritu, autumn season, daily regimen, dietary regimen, health, swastha.