An overview on Pathya and Apathya in Kaphaja Vikara

Abstract

Kapha is one among the Tridoshas which gets vitiated in accordance with the diurnal and seasonal variations. There are many Dinacharya and Ritucharya procedures explained in classics to prevent or avoid the aggravation of Kapha and to tackle the diseases occurred due to Prakupita Kapha Dosha in Sareera. Acharya Susrutha has explained the treatment protocols in general as Shodhana, Shamana, Aahara and Aachara. Aahara is one among the Trayopasthambha which also signifies its importance in human existence. In Ayurvedic literature more importance has been given for disease prevention rather than curative. Therefore, for the successful treatment as well as prevention of Vyadhi, following Aahara in proper way is much important. Pathya is that which includes both Aahara and Aachara one should follow in his daily life. Almost all of the classical texts have quoted the term Pathya needed to practise and followed. Through this conceptual study on Pathya and Apathya of Kaphaja Vikara is an attempt to throw light over the possibilities of adopting a lifestyle which can prevent various disorders seen in the present era like Obesity, Hypertension, Diabetes mellitus and others which are affected mainly due to Kapha Prakopa.