Swasthavritta
Swasthavritta is a system to adopt healthy conduct. Ayurveda is an ancient science which emphasizes on following a disciplined routine to attain optimum health. Any change in the dynamic equilibrium of the constituents of the body caused by dietary, lifestyle, routine or climatic imbalances manifests itself as a disturbance in the physical and mental well-being of the person. Swashavritta means “regime of abiding by one’s nature’. It highlights the importance of maintaining a healthy life by adopting principles of a daily regimen, seasonal regimen, and ethical regimen to combat the diseases associated with lifestyle changes. It incorporates principles and practice of treatment both at personal and communal levels. The OPD at IGPAHRC Ayurveda Hospital mainly deals with counselling. The patients are advised to maintain good health and prevent diseases by adopting a holistic approach to life. They are guided to consume healthy food, bring positive changes in lifestyle, practice yoga and also follow ethical behaviour. The counselling on lifestyle modification and preventive aspects are done based on the prakruthi analysis, which is the body constitution of any individual. These practices not only builds immunity but also helps to restore balance in the tridoshas, i.e., Vata, Pitta, and Kapha and thus helps one attain stability in life.