IJRAP International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy 2277-4343 Moksha Publishing House 10.7897/2277-4343.174158 AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE OF INDRALUPTA (ALOPECIA AREATA): A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW WITH EMPHASIS ON AHARA CHIKITSA Rutu Savaliya Palak Krupen Gandhi Anurag Pandey * Anukul Chandra Kar 11 -0001 172 177 Hair is considered an important indicator of health, beauty, and personality. Hair loss disorders not only affect physical appearance but also have a significant psychological and social impact on an individual__ampersandsign#39;s quality of life. Alopecia areata is a chronic autoimmune disorder characterised by sudden, localised, non-scarring hair loss. In Ayurveda, a condition closely resembling alopecia areata is described as Indralupta under the category of K?udra Rogas. Classical Ayurvedic texts explain that vitiated Vata and Pitta Doshas cause hair loss, while aggravated Kapha and Rakta obstruct the hair follicles, preventing regrowth. The present review aims to critically analyze the Ayurvedic concept of Indralupta and correlate it with the contemporary understanding of alopecia areata. Various classical references regarding its etiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, and management have been compiled and reviewed. Particular emphasis is placed on Ahara Chikitsa (dietary therapy), a fundamental component of disease management in Ayurveda. Consumption of wholesome, Dosha-balancing, and Rasayana (rejuvenation)-promoting foods is advocated to nourish the Dhatus (tissues), especially Asthi Dhatu and its upadhatu (secondary tissue), Kesha (hair). Dietary measures such as including fresh fruits, green vegetables, milk, ghee, black sesame seeds, amalaki, and protein-rich foods are recommended, while excessive intake of spicy, sour, salty, fermented, processed, and incompatible foods (Viruddhahara) is discouraged. This review highlights the relevance of Ayurvedic principles, particularly Ahara Chikitsa(food treatment), in the holistic prevention and management of Indralupta. Integrating dietary regulation with appropriate Ayurvedic therapeutic interventions may offer a safe and comprehensive approach to improving hair health and promoting hair regrowth. Indralupta Alopecia Areata Kesha Roga Kshudra Roga Ahara chikitsa