JEEVAK AYURVED MEDICAL COLLEGE HOSPITAL & RESEARCH CENTER�KAMLAPUR AKAUNI CHANDAULI U.P.

TOPIC – BASIC CONCEPT OF ACHARA RASAYAN & ITS CORELATION WITH MODERN ERA

PRESENTED BY –

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AKANKSHA

VANDANA SINGH

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GUIDED BY –

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DR. G.D GUPTA

DR. K.S GIRHEPUNJE

DR. ABHINAV SINGH

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Introdution of Achara Rasayana :

Achara Term signifies the physical and mental conduct of an individual and it has been designated as rasayana i.e. a vitilizer agent for the entire span of life.

This is a measure having no involvement of drugs, may replenish and maintain the total life process free ailments

INTRODUCTION

• Acharya Charaka has laid down the unique concept of Achara Rasayana which is the code of conduct which provides good mental, physical, social and spiritual health to the person who regularly follows it. While explaining about it, Acharya Charaka said that person consuming the Rasayana has to follow regimens explained under Achara Rasayana to get all the desired benefits of Rasayana. The modalities under Achara Rasayana help increasing the Yuktikrut Bala. It all together acts by improving the Agni (digestive fire), cleansing the Strotas (channels), creating the highest qualities of Dhatus, and thus by creating the purest quality of Ojas. Since Bala, Prakruti, Kapha are synonyms of Ojas, which is responsible for maintaining mental, physical, spiritual strength and thus immunity.

The contents of Achara Rasayan

• Psychological Aspect
• Social and Behavioral Aspect
• Religious and spiritual Aspects
• Personal Aspect

1- Satyavadinam –

• Truthfulness is very much important as it is directly related to a person's moral character. The integral connection of mind and body is now fully embraced by the modern science also. If a person tells lie he/she creates situations of stress. This stress may cause disease in body. The physiological changes in the body due to stress created in the mind by not being true to "self" or others can be a self-destructive act. When we live in truth, our body finds its harmony and balance of our self, which then help heal our underlying imbalances.

2- Akrodhana – Do not be angry

• Anger raises Pitta in the body, which disturbs the balance of metabolic system in the cellular level. Anger raises the blood pressure as well as the heart rate. Stress triggered by anger disturbs the harmony of the physiological environment of the body. Anger does not bring peace and tranquility to the mind, which is key to health and healing.

3. Madya Nivrati - Do not indulge in alcoholic drink

• The qualities of Alcohol are Laghu, Ushna. Tikshna, Sukshma, Amla, Vyavaayi, Ashuga, Ruksha, Vikashi and Vishada. All these properties are opposite to qualities of Ojas. So it directly effects our sattva.Alcohol depresses the central nervous system and has psychoactive and cardiovascular disease, malabsorption, chronic pancreatitis, alcoholic liver disease and cancer.

4. Maithuna Nivrati –

• Observe celibacy and the sexual act according to the code

5. Ahimsa – Non-violence

• Kaya- physical non-violence (not harming self and others physically)
• Vacha- pleasant speech or non-violent communication
• Manasa- mental non-violence (with thoughts and feelings)

6. Anayasaka - avoid over exertion

• It is not recommended to over exert because it aggravates Vata, which is the air quality of our body physiology. Ayurveda says to exercise to fifty percent of your maximum capacity otherwise it harms. Vyayam or physical exercise, is an essential component of Ayurveda's system of preventive health care, rejuvenation and longevity.
• The essence of exercise is to exert yourself to half of your maximum strength or capacity. This Ayurvedic principle is called as Balaardh. It helps to maintain a consistent energy through your workout.

7. Prashanatam - be calm and peaceful in mind

• The absence of mental stress or anxiety. When mind is at peace, one is not swayed by events or difficulties, and maintains a state of inner peace and clear judgment in all situations. "Inner peace (or peace of mind) "The body heals itself when the mind is tranquil and is not in a state of emergency. Calm and quiet mind make precise choices, which benefits not only to a doer but also to others. Meditative mind is a neutral mind, which is Sattivic, the impulse to evolve, to go forward, to progress.

8. Priyavadinam - do not hurt others with your speech.

• Speak pleasantly
• Physical, emotional or verbal abuse is to be avoided to live in harmony with our self and others. Words have consequences; once said it cannot be taken back. Our intention should reflect the true essence of our character. We can offer healing and comfort just by speaking pleasantly.

9.Japapara - always remember God

• Having connection with the creator of Universe God develops focused mind and cultivates centeredness and grounding. . The concept of "me" or the self-centered nature of modern society is one of the epidemics of imbalanced lifestyle. Meditation and yoga can bridge that gap of separation.

10. SouchaPara – Purity

• Personal hygiene and cleanliness are major indicators of good health. External source of germs like bacteria and viruses can be avoided to enter into our body if we stay clean and pure.

11. Dheera – Patience

• When there's victory of mind, then there's victory in life. Patient people may also experience fewer negative emotions. That's because with patience, we are better equipped to deal with stressful and challenging moments in life. This helps your overall mental health and well-being.

12. Dana – Charity

• Accumulation of things we do not need or over consumption creates not just the physical clutter in the space we live in but it reflects the lack of clarity in mind The blessings and grace from giving is priceless which opens up the heart of selfless service. Selfless service is selfless living. We are not only here to consume and be wealthy. The joy of living for others is a true healing in it.

13. Samadara - Be respectful

• Knowledge and wisdom are acquired from parents, teachers, elders and gurus. No one is born enlightened or has attained itself.
• Giving respect to peers and elders are a common decency of a healthy society. Our teachers and sages have gone through the discipline required to gain that knowledge and wisdom. To respect their journey and the process is to respect our own existence.

14. Anrashamsya - do not be cruel to anyone

• There should not be mental satisfaction in being cruel; but the joy of being kind and generous spreads around as in what goes around comes around.

15. Nitya karuna vedinah - be merciful to all who are in need of help

• The poor, sick, and the vulnerable always need a hand to uplift them in society. Human beings have the capacity to rise to the occasion and give to those in need. Sympathy and empathy are essential in one's own evolutionary process.

16. Desha-Kala-Pramanagya - be a knower of place, time, and measures of activities

• Our body takes time to adapt to a new climate and weather conditions. When we live in harmony with nature and the season, we experience greater health of body mind spirit.

17. Yuktigya - Plan ahead to achieve your goals

• Without a clear path, there is no destination. Similarly, without plans, it is difficult to reach the objectives. Tools like meditation and yoga help to gain clarity so we can plan our future effectively. Without a clear plan of action, life can be overwhelming and challenging.

18. Anahamkari - avoid super egotism

• Breaking the ego is the best possible practice in the modern day world. We are driven by ego, but not by our heart. When body, mind, and soul are aligned, ego is shaken up and crushed, manifesting the best deeds and actions from one's soul.

19. Shastachara - maintain good behavior established by Apta

• The great sages and saints of society The good behavior established by sages is the bi-product of their discipline set through their experiences of the ups and downs of ever changing life. These can be guiding principles for our own personal journey through life.

20. Tapaswin – Austerity

• Human civilization has gone through thick and thins in terms of religious conflicts. No one religion or a belief system is ideal for all. In this multi racial, multi ethnic society, every religious view has its own essence and pitfalls. The best way to weave through life is to understanding one's own belief and living in virtue.

21. Sama Jagrana swapna - Maintain balance in waking and sleeping.

• Do not stay up long into the night and do not sleep in the daytime We should consider taking proper sleep and Jagran also according to the conditions mentioned by Aacharyas. Kala nidra benefits by Bala, Dipta Agni, Pusthi, etc. Sleep and the circadian system are regulators of our immune system.

22. Nitya ksheer ghritashinah

• The use of Ksheera and Ghruta regularly suggest one should be consuming only ahara should be avoided since it disturbs the Agni and is also said to be the causative factor for various diseases which is relevant now a days. So the main aim is to have proper digestion since Ojas gets nourishment after digestion of food.

23.Ksheera as Rasayana:

• The properties of Goksheera are Madhura Rasa, Sheetavirya, Mridu, Snigdha, Bahala, Shlakshana, Guru Manda and Prasanna. These ten qualities are like Ojas. By use of Goksheera, which in turn helps to increase Ojas in our body which are having similar properties. Ksheer is considerd as best Rasayana Dravya as it can be used as dietary supplement for all age group, specialy in old age and it is considerd as balanced diet. According to Charaka, Goksheer is considered as Jeevaniya and performs Ojovardhak, Rasayana Action. Milk acts as an important source of a diet in old age as it contains nutrients to help to bones, regulate blood pressure and maintain a healthy weight.

24. Ghrita as Rasayana:

• The properties of Ghrita are Madhura, Snigdha, Guru Guna and Sheeta Veerya which helps to increase Agni deepana which helps in Pachana or digestion of Ahara rasa. This leads to nourishing the foremost Dhatu . Therefore, when all dhatus are nourished, the essence of Saptadhatu Le., Ojas also gets enhanced. Thus, Ghrita acts as Ajasrika Rasayana which yields Ayuprakarsha, Swara Varna prasadanan, Medhya, Chakshushya, Shukravardhaka etc. Ghee also improves gut health, which is directly linked to building immunity,increases memory and intellect, improves skin and eye health along with that, acts as a lubricant for joints.

• Ghee has a unique feature called "samskarasya anuvarttanam". This is a quality of ghee which makes it assimilate the properties of the medicines added to it, without losing its innate beneficial attributes; and transporting the medicine by travelling to the inner most 'dhatu' or body tissue. E.G. If Turmeric is administered in Ghee, it can travel far up to the bone marrow tissue as well. Human cell membrane is made up of lipo-proteins and it is easier for lipid soluble particles to get absorbed into the cell. Medicinal substances with ghee as the medium (ghrita) have the liberty to pass the blood-brain barrier and placental barrier. So the benefits of ghee based formulations reach the target sites sooner and more effectively.

25. Desh Kala Pramangyan

• One should always consider the effect on Desh and Kala on consuming any factors related to Ahara, Vihara which avoids unnecessary hetu sevan and thus avoiding the dusthi of dosha and dushya which will cause Ojo Vyapata.

26. Yuktigya - Plan ahead to achieve your goals

• It is said that "failing to plan is planning to fall" in your life. Without a clear path, there is no destination. Similarly, without plans, it is difficult to reach the objectives. Tools like meditation and yoga help to gain. clarity so we can plan our future effectively. Without a clear plan of action, life can be overwhelming and challenging.

Importance of Achara Rasayan in the Modern Era -

• Addressing Modern Challenges: In today's stressful and fast-paced world, Achara Rasayana offers a valuable framework for promoting mental and physical well-being.
• Preventive Healthcare: By emphasizing lifestyle choices and ethical conduct, Achara Rasayana can help prevent diseases and promote overall health.
• Stress Reduction: The principles of Achara Rasayana can help individuals manage stress and anxiety, promoting a sense of calm and well-being.
• Improved Mental Health: By addressing the root causes of mental health issues, Achara Rasayana can contribute to improved mental well-being.

CONCLUSION

• Achar Rasayana mainly focuses of psycological aspects, it helps in maintaining the equilibrium of Manas Doshas by increasing the satva guna.Any disturbance in them will give rise to Manas Vikaras like Kama, Krodha, etc., and thus diminishing the Ojas and immunity. Thus the person is free from emotional disturbances and give less stressful life and maintains adequacy of the defensive system. Stress is mainly prevented and stress is said to increase free oxygen radical due to high respiratory oxygen intake and metabolic turnover. It mainly has preventive significance since it prevents the person from doing Pragyna paradha and thus preventing unnecessary consumption of etiological factors which disturbs the health. Thus Achar Rasayana acts by preventing the vitiation of Doshas and hence process of occurrence of the disease is prohibited as vitiation of Doshas is called for having Vyadhi.