Role of Pathya Ahara (Wholesome Diet) In The Prevention and Management of Constipation Among Children: An Ayurvedic Perspective

Abstract

Ayurveda, the Science of Life, uses more than just medicines to treat diseases. It also uses Anupana, Ahara (food), and a lot of other methods to stay healthy and control diseases.  Ayurveda stresses important ideas about food, such as how to choose the right foods, how to combine meals, how to cook, how to store food, how to eat, how to be clean, and how to behave.  Pathya Ahara (Wholesome Diet) and Kalpana (Ayurvedic Dietetics) embody a unique concept.  Pathya (Wholesome) means something that helps people by changing their diet and exercise habits.  The primary aim of studying Pathya (Wholesome) Ahara Kalpana (Ayurvedic Dietetics) is to highlight the importance of providing suitable nutrition customized to an individual's constitution for the preservation of physical health and the balance of Dosha, Dhatu, Mala, and Agni to aid in the treatment of various ailments.  "Pathya" (Wholesome) refers to the diet and way of life that are in line with a person's constitution, channels, and strength.  The essential principle of Pathya (Wholesome) Ahara (diet) serves as the foundation for both the preventive and therapeutic dimensions of Ayurveda.  The Ashtavidha Ahara Vidhi Visesha Ayatana describes many ways to stop, find, and treat children's diseases as described in Ayurveda.  So, taking steps to prevent problems can help you live a healthy life and keep your lifestyle in check.