Ahara sevan kala – time of consumption food according to ayurveda – a review
Journal name: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
Original article title: Ahara sevan kala – time of consumption food according to ayurveda – a review
The International Ayurvedic Medical Journal (IAMJ) is a peer-reviewed scientific publication dedicated to Ayurveda. It aims to integrate Ayurvedic concepts with modern scientific understanding, offering a comprehensive source of validated knowledge for both the modern Ayurvedic community and the broader medical fraternity.
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Ahara (food) is the most important factor for the sustenance of life. It is described as the foremost pillar among the three pillars of life ( Trayopsthambha viz. Ahara, Nidra, and Bhramcharya) in Ayurveda. When the body is supported by the Trayopstambhasa , it is endowed with growth, strength, and complexion Which when consumed in appropriate proportions, helps in providing nourishment to Deha Dhatus (body tissues), growth, development, and enhancement of Ojas Ahara is considered Mahabhaishajya (the superior medicine). Various lifestyle disorders and numerous diseases occur due to faulty dietary habits which may be prevented by proper Ahara and eating habits Ayurveda emphasizes basic dietary guidelines in terms of appropriate food, combinations of food, methods of cooking, storage, eating atmosphere, hygiene, and etiquette ( Ashtavidha Ahara Vidhi Visesha Ayatana ) Science and nutrition are called dietetics. It includes planning meals for both the normal and sick. There are many factors that influence the diet like Matra (quantity), Desha (region/place), Kala (time), etc. Kala represents time in terms of climate, phase of digestion, the timing of the day, Stage ( Avastha ) of disease, etc. Hence to consume food proper timings and factors influencing the time of consumption of food is very essential. Keywords: Ahara, Trayopastamba, Kala INTERNATIONAL AYURVEDIC MEDICAL JOURNAL Divyarani
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