Sadvritta (Conduct, Behaviour and Moral Values): Key to positive health

Abstract

Health is defined as balance of Physical, Mental, Social and Spiritual wellbeing. Every person can lead a healthy life by following the certain rules and regulations mentioned by the Ayurveda. Dincharya (a daily regimen), Ritucharya (seasonal routine) and Sadvritta (code of Good Conduct for Mental Health and Social Behaviour) are important rules and regulations for prevention of diseases and leading an ideal positive health. These rules are highly effective in reducing the life style disorders. Ayurveda stalwarts like Acharya Charaka prescribed the list of good conduct and behaviour under heading of Sadvritta. Sadvritta gives us detail knowledge about how to live, dos and don’ts for the person. One who follows the code of good conduct for the maintenance of positive health lives for a hundred years without any abnormality. In this article an effort is made to explore the Sadvritta as positive approach towards healthy life in present scenario.