A Pinch of Salt - Its effect on health

Komal Vilas Gawali; Mahesh Vyas; H.A.Vyas

doi:10.21760/jaims.v1i3.4432

Komal Vilas Gawali PhD Scholar, Basic Principles Department IPGT & RA, Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar-361008
Mahesh Vyas Professor. and HOD, Department of Basic Principles, IPGT and RA, GAU, Jamnagar, Gujarat, India.
H.A.Vyas Associate Professor, Department of Basic Principles, IPGT and RA, GAU, Jamnagar, Gujarat, India.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21760/jaims.v1i3.4432

Keywords: AtiLavana, Ayurveda, Gramyahaar, Salt

Abstract

Ayurveda is an ancient science having its roots in Vedic literature which describes certain rules and regulations as a way of living. Over the ages with the advancement of technology, there have been tremendous changes in the lifestyle patterns of the individuals. The Principles of Ayurveda science are the same but it is imperative to match up and draw an analogy with the modern evidences and discover the innovation in them. Gramya Aahara is one such type of diet that is prevalent in the society and is the cause of various diseases. Ati Lavana (excessive consumption of salt) is one of the components mentioned in it. The challenge lies in understanding the dogmas of Ayurveda science thoroughly and also to implement them in this modern era. The harmful effects of salt are propounded by the Ayurveda classics as well as the modern science. This is an attempt to discuss about the excessive consumption of salt from the Ayurveda as well as modern view. This will provide succor in adopting the right manner of consumption of salt pertaining to the requirements of the body.

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