Importance of Kala Vichar, Pathya and Apathya in Pancha Karma
Abstract
The Ayurveda mentioned several principles and practices related to the human health and signify role of Kala (time) for therapeutic procedure. Similarly the consideration of concept of Pathya and Apathya also play important role towards the health benefits of Ayurveda therapy like Panchakarma. The Panchakarma is considered as Kaya Shodhana which meant for detoxification or purification of body. The Panchakarma therapy offers maximum health benefits when it performs properly after the consideration of Kala, Ahara and Vihara. The Kala plays important role in promoting therapeutic values of Panchakarma. It is stated that Panchakarma pacifies Dosha, potentiates Agni and Bala if performed at appropriate time by following the rules of Pathya and Apathya. Kala (time) greatly affects Vyadhi and effects of Oushadhas and Shodhana Chikitsa. The effects of Panchakarma therapy merely depends upon Sharira Avastha, Sharira bala, Roga bala and Kaala of therapy. Considering these all aspects present article explains therapeutic application of Kaala, concept of Pathya and Apathya with reference to Panchakarma therapy.
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