Integrative role of Rasayana therapy and Swasthavritta practices in promoting immunity and preventing lifestyle disorders

Mahesh Raj, Roopesh Ekalrkar, Mamatha H S, Nayak Leena, M D Altaf

Department of Swasthavritta, Sri Siddharameshwara Ayurvedic Medical College, Bidar, Karnataka, India

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Mahesh Raj, Roopesh Ekalrkar, Mamatha H S, Nayak Leena, M D Altaf, 2026. Integrative role of rasayana therapy and Swasthavritta practices in promoting immunity and preventing lifestyle disorders. Journal of medical pharmaceutical and allied sciences, V 15 - I 1, Pages - 59 – 62. Doi: https://doi.org/10.55522/jmpas.V15I1.7022.

ABSTRACT

Lifestyle disorders such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, obesity and cardiovascular diseases are increasing worldwide due to sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy diet and psychological stress. Ayurveda emphasises preventive healthcare through the principles of Swasthavritta and rejuvenative therapies such as Rasayana. Swasthavritta includes daily regimen, seasonal regimen, dietary discipline and ethical conduct that maintain equilibrium of Doṣha, Dhātu and Mala. Rasayana therapy promotes tissue nourishment, improves metabolic efficiency and enhances Ojas, thereby strengthening Vyādhikṣamatva (immunity). Modern studies have demonstrated immunomodulatory and antioxidant properties of several Rasayana drugs, supporting their role in preventive healthcare. The integration of Rasayana therapy with Swasthavritta practices offers a holistic strategy for enhancing immunity and preventing lifestyle-related disorders.

Keywords:

Ayurveda, Immunity, Lifestyle disorders, Ojas, Rasayana, Swasthavritta.

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