EXPLORING THE CONCEPT OF PRAKRITI: ITS ROLE AND APPLICATION IN PREVENTING AND TREATING DISEASES

Dr. Deepali Ahirwar* and Dr. Raman Mahour

ABSTRACT

Prakriti, defined as an individual's natural state, which merely established during the period of conception. Prakriti formed due to the predominance of Doshas (Vata, Pitta and Kapha) which shapes genetic constitution of individual. Prakriti encompasses physiological, anatomical, psychological and spiritual traits which influences susceptibility of individual towards the diseases. Prakriti helps in preventive and treating disease by guiding personalized medicine according to constitution of individual and diseased state. The understanding of Prakriti is essential for the diagnosis and treatment of Vikriti. Assessment of Prakriti helps in determining appropriate treatments interventions. Awareness about patient’s mental and physical strength is required during the treatment and this knowledge can be acquired by Prakriti Pariksha. Analysis of Prakriti helps to determine disease severity, possible preventive measures, diet regimens and lifestyle recommendations, etc. Thus, therapeutic interventions and preventive measures can be planned with the help of Prakriti Pariksha. This article explores concept of Prakriti and its role in diseases management.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Prakriti, Pariksha, Vikriti, Dosha, Treatment.