Abstract

*Vd. Arun R. Vaidya and Dr. Aparna Bagul

ABSTRACT

Dhatusammya is the main attribution of an entire guideline demonstrated by our Acharyas as the motto of Ayurveda - Swasthyasya Swasthya Rakshanam is the prime one. The definition of Swastha elaborated by Sushrutacharya keeps both physiological and psychological aspects as Sharir and Mana are seats of Roga and Aarogya. The physical aspect i.e. maintenance of physiological wellness through balanced state of dosha, dhatu, mala and agni has been well described in the chapters of Dincharya and Rutucharya which emphasise on favourable Aahar and Vihar in our routine lifestyle. Nidra is an essential factor amongst them. It is included in Upastambha traya[1] i.e. supporting and sustaining factor to the normal static and functional form of the body, consequently healthy long life. The regular & disciplined indulgence of Nidra proves to be vital force not only to normal physiological process but healthy state of mind too and thus attainment of total health. Ayurveda has highlighted two major irregularities with an indulgence of sleep viz. Diwaswapa & Ratrijagarana and both in combined term named as Nidra viparya. Aacharyas have considered this factor as foremost common causes to many disorders.