Abstract

Abstract

Introduction: Ayurveda, the Science of Life, has given much importance to the preservation of health and the prevention of diseases. Naturally it has dealt very deeply the aspect of Hitahar in view of the social and climate conditions. According to Ayurveda ' Hitahara’, should be taken in appropriate and moderate proportions and at proper time of the day. Here the word ' 'Hitahara' has a special meaning of food which keeps the person Dirghaayu. Hitahara (wholesome food) is one of the causes for the growth of living beings. A diet (Aahar) beneficial to nature-such as Shukdhanyas like Raktashali, Shamidhanyas like Mudga, Kanda like Adarka, Fruits like Draksha. Hitahara is responsible for complexion, clarity, quality of voice, longevity, genius, happiness, satisfaction, nourishment, strength and intellect. Aim & Objectives: To study the concept of Hitahar for Dirghaayu. Materials & Methods: Information related to Hitahara and other relevant topics have been collected. The main Ayurvedic texts used in this study are Charak Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, Ashtang Hridaya and available commentaries on these. Result & Discussion: Charaka acharya mentions that if we follow Hitahar daily, it is the best way to Dirghaayu. In currant scenario people use to take diet as per high caloric, vitamins, protine etc. which disturb the Agni and produce the Ama further leads to early aging process due to increase toxin in body because of Ama. but in our Ayurveda diet should be as per the Guna and Prakruti of individual which is not disturb the Agni and people make healthy long life. Conclusion: Based on Samhitas, it can be concluded that the concept of Hitahara. Maintain the equilibrium of body dhatus and help in eliminating the disturbance of their equilibrium are to be regarded as Hitahara. Is Important in longevity.