SWASTHVRITTA CONCEPT FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF PREGNANCY AND FEMALE DISORDERS
Abstract
Ayurveda's primary goal was to protect the health of all people, and its texts contain a number of preventive principles that help people to prevent and treat diseases. The theories and principles described in Ayurveda for general maintenance of health come under the subject of Swasthavritta. The Ayurvedic component of Swasthavritta has connections to social, community and preventive medicine. The Swasthavritta concept contributes to the development of a healthy society and restores normal health by preventing the emergence of pathological conditions. Ayurveda Swasthavritta gives prime importance to the health of women and suggested various regimens for the health restoration of female. Ayurvedic principles should be taken into account not only to prevent diseases but also to ensure overall health and well being. Considering importance of health of women this article presents health benefits of concept of Swasthavritta.
Keywords: Ayurveda, Swasthavritta, Stree, Genital Disorders, Health
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