Bridging Traditional Wisdom: A Review on Ayurveda–Yoga Integration for Hridroga and Prameha
Authors
Associate Professor, Kayachikitsa Department, SKS Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital, Chhata, Chaumuhan, Mathura, India (India)
Dr. Manjiri D. Jangale (Ghorpade)
Professor, Swasthavritta Department, SKS Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital, Chhata, Chaumuhan, Mathura, India (India)
Article Information
DOI: 10.51244/IJRSI.2025.12110139
Subject Category: Public Health - Chronic Diseases
Volume/Issue: 12/11 | Page No: 1572-1576
Publication Timeline
Submitted: 2025-12-04
Accepted: 2025-12-09
Published: 2025-12-19
Abstract
Lifestyle disorders such as Hridroga (cardiac diseases) and Prameha (metabolic disorders including diabetes mellitus) are increasing worldwide due to sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy diet, and mental stress. Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, offers a holistic treatment approach targeting the root cause of these diseases through Ahara (diet), Vihara (lifestyle), Aushadha (medications), and Manasika Bhava (mental balance). Yoga complements Ayurvedic therapies by enhancing cardiovascular health, metabolic balance, and psychological well-being. This review highlights the integrative role of Ayurveda and Yoga in preventing and managing Hridroga and Prameha, emphasizing classical concepts, therapeutic modalities, and scientific evidence supporting their synergistic efficacy.
Keywords
Ayurveda, Yoga, Hridroga, Prameha, Panchakarma, Lifestyle disorders, Rasayana
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