The Role of Viruddha Ahara in Disease Manifestation: An Ayurvedic Review
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Abstract
Ayurveda gives a lot of importance to Ahara (diet) as one of the three basic pillars of life. In classical ayurvedic texts, among the various principles of diet, the concept of Viruddha ahara (incompatible food) has a prominent place, due to its great effect on health and disease. Viruddha ahara refers to the food combinations, methods of processing, quantities, timings or eating habits which are incompatible with the constitution and physiological status of an individual. Regular intake of such incompatible foods creates disturbance in the equilibrium of doshas, hampers Agni (digestive fire) and resulted into production of Ama (toxic metabolites) that leads to onset of various diseases. The present review is an attempt to explore the concept of Viruddha ahara, its classifications, mechanism of action and role in disease manifestation from Ayurvedic perspective with special emphasis on its relevance in current day dietary practices.
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