An Observational Study to assess the influence of Ahara on Manasa Bhavas

  • Dr. Chaitra TM Post Graduate Scholar, Department of Shreera Kriya, Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College of Ayurveda & Hospital, Hassan, Karnataka, INDIA.
  • Kulkarni Pratibha Professor & Head, Department of Shreera Kriya, Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College of Ayurveda & Hospital, Hassan, Karnataka, INDIA.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.v5i05.1033
Keywords: Ahara, Manas, Manasabhava, Rajasika Ahara, Tamasika Ahara, Health

Abstract

In Bhagawad Gita, the three types of food have been described: they are Satwika, Rajasika and Tamasika it contribute towards the growth of the same temperament in the mind. Manas is one of the factor influenced by Ahara. Manasa Bhavas are defined as physiological states of Mana like Kama, Krodha, Lobha, Moha, Harsha etc. When these Manasa Bhavas are disturbed then they are considered as abnormal and constitute a pathological state of Mana leading to Manasa Vikaras. This study was helpful in assessing the behavior of an individual based on their food habits in turn it can demand us to suggest type of food which can be congenial behavior. It was an Observational study where 160 Subjects were selected as per the inclusion and exclusion criteria Self-validated questionnaire was given to assess the type of Ahara and Manasa Bhava. Chi square test and Cramer’s V value were applied to analyze the level of significance.

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DOI: 10.21760/jaims.v5i05.1033
Published: 2020-10-31
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Dr. Chaitra TM, & Kulkarni Pratibha. (2020). An Observational Study to assess the influence of Ahara on Manasa Bhavas. Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences, 5(05), 139-145. https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.v5i05.1033
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Vol. 5 No. 05 (2020): SEP-OCT
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