Article: ROLE OF AYURVEDA IN PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT OF NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES: A REVIEW

Article Category: Review articles

DOI: 10.7897/2277-4343.16120

Pages: 111-115

Author: Shoban Singh *, Mamta Tiwari, Vijay Kumar, Anurag Pandey

Abstract: Non- communicable diseases (NCDs) are medical conditions that are not caused by infectious agent and cannot transmitted from one person to another. These diseases are typically chronic develop over a long period and are often linked to lifestyle factors and genetic predisposition. Non- communicable diseases (NCDs) include chronic disease such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, chronic respiratory conditions, stroke, peripheral artery disease, deep vein thrombosis, chronic kidney disease, pulmonary hypertension etc. These diseases are characterized by their long duration and generally slow progression. Non- communicable diseases (NCDs) are a major public health concern due to their high prevalence and significant impact on health system and quality of life. Swasthavritta is a branch in Ayurveda that focuses on preventive health and the maintenance of well-being. It is a key component of Ayurvedic medicine that emphasizes the importance of maintaining health through balancing living rather than solely treating illness. Swasthavritta is primarily concerned with preventing disease through lifestyle modifications, dietary adjustments and daily routine. It mentions about Dinacharya (daily regimen) and Ritucharya (seasonal regimen) that helps individuals stay healthy throughout different times of the day and year. Ayurveda also mentioned several practices that helps to keep individual healthy.

Keyword: Swasthavritta, Non- communicable diseases (NCDs), Dinacharya (daily regimen), Rituchrya (seasonal regimen), Ahara, Satkarma, millets