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Diet (Pathya)
“Pathye sati gadaarthasya kimoushadha nishevanaih
Pathye asati gadaarthasya kimoushadha nishevanaih”
if a person follows a wholesome diet and lifestyle (Pathya), there's no need for medicine, Conversely, if a person ignores wholesome practices (Apathya), medicines will not be effective.
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Diet or Pathya refers to those foods, lifestyle choices, and regimens that are beneficial and promote well-being for both the body and mind.
In Ayurveda, the concept of Pathya is central to maintaining health and managing disease.
Pathya is not just about diet but also encompasses lifestyle practices, including daily routines (Dinacharya) and seasonal regimens (Ritucharya)
Beneficial Effects:
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Nourishes the body and mind.
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Clears microchannels (srotas) of the body.
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Contributes to overall happiness and a sense of well-being.
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Maintains the normalcy of the doshas, preventing imbalances that lead to illness.
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Helps to soften hardened channels of circulation and alleviate vitiated doshas
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Plays an equal role alongside medicine in managing diseases.
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Essential for preventing illnesses and promoting health.
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Supports the body's natural defense mechanisms and boosts immunity.
Conditions where Pathya is highly beneficial:
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Metabolic disorders
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Digestive disorders
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Skin diseases
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Respiratory diseases
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Cardiovascular diseases
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Gout
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PCOD
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Thyroid issues
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Obesity etc
Each condition is approached holistically with deep diagnosis, customized therapies, and follow-up support.