World Journal of
Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences

TRAYOPASTAMBHA: SIGNIFICANCE FOR TOTAL HEALTH

Vd. Arun Vaidya* and Dr. Aparna Bagul

ABSTRACT

The state of Dhatusamya has been established as the motto of Ayurved proclaimed by Acharya Charak in the first chapter of Sutra sthana.[1] The word dhatu has been applied for Tridosha too as it is considered basic body humour. Acharya Sushruta has correctly used the term Tristhoona for Tridosha i.e. three main pillars on which the body is sustained.[2] Charak and Vagbhat both Acharyas have discussed three regimens in routine human life viz.Ahara (diet), Nidra (sleep) and Brahmacharya (disciplined indulgence in sex). They are considered as Upastambha.[3] i.e. subpillars & said that they support and hold the normal static and functional form of the body. There is wide discussion in our Samhita regarding rules and regulations for indulgence of these three regimens, the proper following of which proves to be vital factor for maintenance of health and prevention of disease through balanced and sound state of Sharir dhatu- Tridosha. The indiscipline and carelessness towards the same become foremost causative factors to disease through hampering the sustaining force- Bala.

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