Efficacy of Ayurvedic treatments in Stress Management

Priyasa Chakma; Krishan  Kumar

doi:10.21760/jaims.9.9.38

Priyasa Chakma Post Graduate Scholar 1st year, P.G. Department of Ayurveda Samhita evum Siddhant, Institute for Ayurved Studies & Research, Shri Krishna AYUSH University, Kurukshetra, Haryana, India.
Krishan Kumar Chairperson & Associate Professor, P.G. Department of Ayurveda Samhita evum Siddhant, Institute for Ayurved Studies & Research, Shri Krishna AYUSH University, Kurukshetra, Haryana, India.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.9.9.38

Keywords: Stress, Sahasa, Ojah Ksaya, Rasayana, Traya Upastambha

Abstract

Stress is known as Sahasa in Ayurveda. Resulting Ojah Ksaya (loss of immunity), increases the body's susceptibility to various diseases. A person's lifestyle is a cumulative product and mimicries gained from his/her immediate companions, thus evolving into a well-coordinated initiation of psychological and innate control over physical and sensory activities. This can be monitored by taking adequate care of Traya Upastambha. According to Ayurveda, the amount of positive and negative stress is largely governed by three energies: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Depending on which one may have to deal with fear, anxiety, insomnia, isolation, etc. The ancient system of healing originating in India offers a holistic approach to managing stress by addressing the mind, body, and spirit as interconnected elements; it aims to restore balance and harmony. Through personalized diet, lifestyle recommendations, herbal remedies, and relaxation techniques, Ayurveda seeks to alleviate symptoms of stress effortlessly. This work is a compilation of Primary Ayurvedic literature and previous work to emphasize the role of Ayurvedic treatments in stress management.

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