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swastha

Swastha is a Sanskrit term meaning healthy or well-being. In Ayurveda, swastha refers to a state of holistic health in which the body’s physiological systems function harmoniously, and the internal environment is balanced. It encompasses physical health, mental equilibrium, and social and environmental harmony, rather than merely the absence of disease.

Key components: The concept centers on the balance of the three doshas (vata, pitta, kapha), the proper

Determinants and maintenance: Health is preserved through appropriate diet (ahara), daily routines (dinacharya), seasonally adjusted living

Prevention and disease: The Ayurvedic framework distinguishes swastha from aswastha (unhealthy) states. Disease arises when doshas

Modern context: The term is widely used in Indian wellness discourse and sometimes in public health to

functioning
of
agni
(digestive
fire),
the
nourishment
and
integrity
of
dhatus
(tissues),
and
the
elimination
of
malas
(waste).
A
swastha
person
exhibits
robust
digestion,
stable
energy,
sound
sleep,
clear
senses,
and
a
balanced
mind.
(ritucharya),
adequate
sleep,
regular
physical
activity,
ethical
conduct,
and
stress
management.
Environmental
factors,
climate,
and
emotional
state
also
influence
swastha.
are
out
of
balance
or
digestion
is
impaired;
treatment
aims
to
restore
balance
through
diet,
lifestyle,
daily
therapies,
and
herbal
remedies,
emphasizing
prevention
and
restoration.
denote
general
well-being
and
resilience
as
part
of
holistic
health.