Ayurveda and Social Health: Need for healthy society
Article Information
Publication Timeline
- Received20 July 2023
- Accepted23 August 2023
Abstract
This article explores the significance of social health within the framework of Ayurveda, an ancient Indian system of medicine that emphasizes holistic well-being. While Ayurveda is renowned for its focus on physical and mental health, it also places great importance on social health, recognizing the profound impact of social interactions and ethical conduct on overall well-being. The article delves into key Ayurvedic concepts such as Achar Rasayana (ethical conduct) and Sadvritta (righteous living), which provide guidelines for promoting social harmony and ethical behavior. It also discusses the ethical principles described in Ayurveda, including Dharma (righteousness), Satya (truthfulness), and Ahimsa (non-violence), highlighting their relevance in fostering social cohesion in modern society. By integrating these principles into daily life, Ayurveda offers a comprehensive approach to achieving not only individual health but also a harmonious and healthy society. The article concludes by emphasizing the role of Ayurveda in addressing contemporary challenges to social health and its potential to create a more inclusive, peaceful, and sustainable world.
References
- Charak Samhita, Choukhambha Publication, Varanasi [Google Scholar][Crossref]
- Sushrut Samhita, Choukhambha Publication, Varanasi [Google Scholar][Crossref]
- Astang Hridaya, Choukhambha Publication, Varanasi [Google Scholar][Crossref]
- Bijoy CR. Ayurveda, An Appropriate Strategy For Social Health: An overview of the Indian Panorama. Anc Sci Life. 1981;1(2):94-102. PMID: 22556469; PMCID: PMC3336667. [Google Scholar][Crossref]
- Manglakant Jha, Mithilesh Kumar Sah, Prashant Kumar Singh, Atul Kumar. Role of Ayurveda in Public Health: A Critical Review. IJRAPS [Internet]; c2022. Mar.12 [cited 2024Sep.2];5(12):595-9. Available from: https://ijraps.in/index.php/ijraps/article/view/123 [Google Scholar][Crossref]
- https://ayurveda-amai.org/resources/ayurveda-for-social-health/ [Google Scholar][Crossref]
- https://www.ijhsr.org/IJHSR_Vol.4_Issue.2_Feb2014/I JHSR_Abstract.028.html [Google Scholar][Crossref]
How to Cite
Soni, S. K., & Sharma, S. (2023). Ayurveda and Social Health: Need for healthy society. International Journal of Medical and All Body Health Research, 4(3), 54-56.
Soni, Satish Kumar, and Satyanarayan Sharma. "Ayurveda and Social Health: Need for healthy society." International Journal of Medical and All Body Health Research, vol. 4, no. 3, 2023, pp. 54-56.
Soni, S. K. and Sharma, S. (2023) 'Ayurveda and Social Health: Need for healthy society', International Journal of Medical and All Body Health Research, 4(3), pp. 54-56.
Soni SK, Sharma S. Ayurveda and Social Health: Need for healthy society. International Journal of Medical and All Body Health Research. 2023;4(3):54-56.
Similar Articles
- The Significance of ‘Manas’ in Ayurveda for Mental Wellness Vol 4, Issue 3 (2023)
- The impact of physical activity on students' thinking: A cross sectional study Vol 4, Issue 3 (2023)
- Antibacterial activity of Acacia nilotica and Jatropha curcas plants leave extracts against multi-drug resistant strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus Vol 4, Issue 3 (2023)
- Virulence factors and protein secreted by S. aureus to protect itself from the host’s immune system Vol 4, Issue 3 (2023)
- Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Vitamin Supplementation among Patients in Out-patient clinics in Baghdad city Vol 4, Issue 3 (2023)
Find this Article on
Google Scholar Semantic Scholar OpenAlex ResearchGate BASEA newly published article may take a few days to appear on these services.