Correspondence Address:
Dr. Amaregouda Patil Third Year P.G. Scholar, Department of P.G. Studies in Kayachikitsa Karnataka Ayurveda Medical College, Mangalore-575 006 Karnataka Email- asgoudapatil@gmail.com , Mobile no: - 9844523001
Date of Acceptance: 2025-12-19
Date of Publication:2026-01-03
Article-ID:IJIM_497_01_26 https://ijim.co.in
Source of Support: Nill
Conflict of Interest: Non declared
How To Cite This Article: Patil A., Banu W. Pathya Apathya In the Management Tamaka Shwasa Int J Ind Med 2025;6(12):96-102 DOI: http://doi.org/10.55552/IJIM.2025.61215
Bronchial asthma is a significant non-communicable disease affecting both children and adults, with nearly 380 million cases in India according to the WHO. It is characterized by bronchial hyper-reactivity and reversible airflow obstruction. In Ayurveda, bronchial asthma corresponds to Tamaka Shwasa, a disorder of the Pranavaha Srotas. Implementing Pathya Ahara and Vihara, which alleviate Vata and Kapha, is important for restoring physiological balance and improving respiratory function. Environmental factors such as dust and pollution can worsen Shwasa, but dietary and lifestyle modifications are more practical to implement. Ayurveda emphasizes Pathya Ahara and Vihara for both prevention and management, noting that wholesome practices support health while unwholesome habits contribute to disease. A proper diet and healthy lifestyle are essential for improving quality of life. This review describes various Pathya and Apathya Ahara Dravyas from classical Ayurvedic texts, with their relevance supported by modern scientific research. In Ayurveda, Shwasa is classified under Ashtamahagada. Foods like Purana Yava, Godhuma, and Aja Dugdha are considered Pathya, while Matsya, beans, cold water, and curd are regarded as Apathya in managing Shwasa.
Keywords: Shwasa, Ahara, Pathya, Apathya, Pranavaha Srotas, Bronchial asthma.
