Abstract

CONCEPT OF VIRUDDHA AHARA - AN AYURVEDIC REVIEW

Dr. Harsh Kumar*, Dr. Namrata Sahu, Dr. O. P. Raut and Dr. P. K. Joshi

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Abstract

In Ayurvedic classics, Ahara is mentioned as one among the three Upasthambas (Sub-pillars of body) which supports the body. Ahara is one of the most essential activities for growth of the body and maintaining good health which are very essential to carry out the basic activities of digestion and metabolism. Ahara (Viruddha Ahara) is an important concept described in Ayurveda classics. The diet, which disturbs the balance among the Dosha, Dhatus, body elements, is called as Viruddha Ahara. Food administered in proper method nourishes the person physically and mentally both and it is the food through which person attains positive health and growth of body. Food administered in improper (Unbalanced) methods can cause various types of diseases. Ayurveda punctuate on different rules and regulations on diet. Ahara plays an important role in maintaining health of a person. It also enlists a variety of incompatible dietary articles consumed in today’s day‑to‑day life and its hazardous effects on health.

Keywords: Ahara, Viruddha Ahara; Incompatible diet; Food interactions; Unbalancing diet.