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Himanshu et al. WORLD JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL
World Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research
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AND MEDICAL RESEARCH
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INTRODUCTION OF HEMANT RITU

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*Dr. Himanshu, 2Dr. Sunayana Sharma and 3Dr. Karan Chugh
1
PG Scholar Dept. of Swasthvritta and Yoga, Sriganganagar Collage of Ayurvedic Science and Hospital, Tantia
University Rajasthan.
2
Professor and H.O.D in Departpartment of Swasthavritta and Yoga Sriganganagar Collage of Ayurvedic Science and
Hospital, Tantia university rajasthan.
3
Assistant Professor in Department of Swasthavritta and Yoga Sriganganagar Collage of Ayurvedic Science and
Hospital, Tantia University Rajasthan.

*Corresponding Author: Dr. Himanshu

Department of Pharmaceutics Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation College of Pharmacy, Vilad Ghat.

Article Received on 12/03/2023 Article Revised on 02/04/2023 Article Accepted on 23/04/2023

ABSTRACT
In Ayurveda has various methods to maintain healthy body like Yoga, brathing pattern, Paranayam and different
kinf of Asanas. In this article we will gain knowledge about dietary pattern of a human according to different
Ritu‟s i.e. Seasons. According to Ayurveda one should follow a proper dietary regime according to seasons and
these are defined in Ayutvedic section of Ritucharya. A Change in season affects the our environment and it also
affect our natural strength of body. When our body is unable to adapt the changes according to season then it
became weak and we become sick that‟s why our body should be adaptable to diffrent environment changes and
stay balanced. Ayurveda is very helpful In maintain this state because ot deals with the preventive aspects from
diseases. Daily diet and behivioural regimens of Hemanta and Shishira Ritus are highlighted here along with its
modern aspects. These can be correlated to winter season in modern perspective. In this article we learn that:
changes occurring in our body during these Ritus, its adverse effects on our body, How to overcome these adverse
effects, modern aspects affects and prevention. With understanding of these aspects, one can easily lead to good
health without gaining any ill health. Lifestyle disorders are serious problem now a days. Method of prevention for
these diseases discussed here. For preventing these types of disorders the only way is to understand Ritucharya and
makes the body to adjust with this changing environment.

KEYWORDS: Ritucharya, Swasthya Avastha, Dietary and Behavioural Regimens.

INTRODUCTION 2. Athurasya Vikara Prashamanam

In this modern era, there are diffrent types of diseases
Ritucharya is prescribed by different acharya to maintain
originating which are adversaly affecting our healthy
our body in synchronized manner with different seasons
state of body & brain. When we look back to our
but in modern time, we don‟t have enough knowledge
ayurvedic text then they have very similar approach as
about our health and mental state. People are ignoring
modern medicines. According to Ayurveda diseases are
healthy methods prescribed by ancient doctors are living
preventable from oneself if we live a proper day as
a fast forward life which leads to depression, stress and
mentioned in different section of ayuveda. Ayurveda
many more communicable and non-communicable
gave us more emphasis on how to maintain health and
diseases. If any individual follow these ancient methods
how to prevent the diseases. One of the method which is
then s/he will have an healthy immune system and
prescribed is synchronise Aharas and Viharas with
adaptability towards changing environment and there
different Ritus. By following these principles, we can
will not be any change in dosha of body. The main key
avoid all types of life style disorders. In Swastha
for survival is to get adapt in this environment quickly.
Chatushka of Charaka Samhita, Acharya Charaka
6th Chapter of Charaka Sutrasthana states that,
clearly mentions about the Pathya Aharas and Viharas
Tasyashitiya Adhyaya it is written that “If a person have
that everyone should follow for attaining healthy state of
knowledge and rigoursly follow dietary patterns in
both Shareera and Manas. And also explains about its
accordance with different seasons will help to increase
importance in preventing the diseases that can occur in
strength and complexion of a person.with these we can
future. These should be followed by considering the
prevent lifestyle disorder also.
Ritus. The main aims of Ayurveda are
1. Swasthasya Swasthya Rakshanam

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RITU  One should wear shoes

Word “Ritu” is has Sanskrit roots it‟s first letter “Ri”  Vyavaya (indulging in Sexual pleasure).
that means “to go” It denotes time or suitable time The  Residing in underground cellar,
year is divided into two periods i.e. Ayana (Solstice)  Niyuddha (Wrestling)
depending on the direction of movement of the sun i.e.
Uttarayana (Northern solstice) and Dakshinayana OTHER VIHARA’S
(Southern Solstice). Each of these is formed of three  Abhyanga
Ritus.  Jentaka Sweda.
 Oil application on head
According to India location on map each year has
generally six seasons. APATHYA VIHARAS
1. Shishira- Extreme Winter  One should avoid day time sleep
2. Vasantha- Spring  One should avoid cold winds
3. Grishma- Summer
4. Varsha- Monsoon The Hemanta and Shishira Ritu has similar nature.
5. Sharad- Autumn There are two diffrences in ritu
6. Hemanta- Early Winter  Rukshata as because it began in Adana Kaala.
 Sheeta Adhika (more cold) because of Megha
In this article we will know about adaptation in Hemanta Marutha Varsha (Cloud, Wind and Rain)
ritu.
SEASONS
Hemanta Ritu In India Winter starts from November and generally long
Hemanta Ritu in In Indian Sub-continent is generally till March. Reason of this that during this time sun moves
from November to January. During this body states is as to southern hemisphere and because of that northern part
below. of india receives less temperature and it became cold.
1. Dominant Rasa- Madhura. Due to cold season there are many changes which
2. Dominant Mahabhoota- Prithvi and Ap Mahabhoota. occoucrs in our body. People become sick and weak and
3. Dominant Guna- Snigdha, Sheeta and Guru. develop many type of diseases but there is one question
4. Dosha - Pitta Prashamana. which arise that „are winters bad as we think?‟ let‟s find
5. Deha Bala(Body Strength)- Pravara (Maximum). this answer in texts of many acharyas
6. Agni Bala (Fire)- Pravara (Maximum)
During this time period one should follow this diet WINTER
Word winter is derived from proto indo European word
AHARAS (Diet Regimens) „Wend‟ which means „Water‟. Winter is coldest season
In This period nights are generally longer and days are of the year after autumn and before spring.
comparatively shorter than summer season. Due to this
person feels hungry with starting of the day. We have a Diet Regimens
very low temperature and body become so cold due to This is best season to improve immunity, so during this
this body release heat and have high metabolic rate. season one should eat healthy food and exercise on daily
basis so he will get healthy and immune body. Healthy
One should start day with following food include fresh vegetables and fruits, dairy products,
 Anoop Mamsa nuts, oil seeds, whole grains/legumes and ghee, spices.
 Ikshu rasa During this time, warm foods are required to satisfy
 Snigdha, Amla and lavana Ahara craving and nourishment to the body.
 Sura i.e. prepared with Molasses and rice flour  One should eat Root Vegetables
 Pastries prepared from Wheat  Carrot – It has rich source of Vit-A and beta-ceratine
 Masha is also present in that
 New grains i.e. Navamannam  Potato – Rich source of carbohydrate
 Dairy products  Onion,Garlic,Raddish - rich in isothiocynates and
phyochemicals which is good in preventing cancer
VIHARAS (Lifestyle Regimens)  Fresh Fruits – Pappaya and pineapple because of
 Vyayama (Exercise) – One should do Exercise on there warming qualities
daily basis  Indian Gooseberry – It is great source of Vit- C
 Snana with Kashaya Dravya prepared Jala – One  Spices – Mustard, black pepper,turmeric, are good
should bath daily with mild hot water sources for acting against the microbese and also
 Application of paste of saffron good immunity buildup
 Agaru Dhupna ( Agarbatti Fumitation)  Tulsi – It protects from cough and improve
 Yukyarkakiranaan – One should expose to sun In immunity
regular manner

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Behaviroul Regimes 2016; 38.

 One should wear warm clothes to keep body 2. Acharya J T.Charaka samhita by Agnivesa with
temperature in normal state. Ayurveda deepika teeka of Chakrapanidatta. Reprint
 Days become shorter and night become longer then ed. Varanasi: Chaukhambha Surbharathi Prakashan,
one should change it‟s sleep schedule 2016; 187.
 One should not stay awake till late night 3. Acharya J T.Charaka samhita by Agnivesa with
 One should avoid sleeping in day time Ayurveda deepika teeka of Chakrapanidatta. Reprint
ed. Varanasi: Chaukhambha Surbharathi
DISCUSSION Prakashan, 2016; 44.
4. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Winter &
Acharya Charaka wrote in his book that when we follow oldid
Pathya Aharas and Pathya Viharas daily then we will 5. Winter foods by Nestle India limited.
attain Swasthya Avastha (Healthy state) and it will make 6. http://www.coolantartica.com/index.php: Cold
us immnune from Ajathanam Vikaranaam (those weather and Health- How do cold temperatures
diseases that can occur in future). Diseases in future are affect health and well being?- the dangers of cold.
related to life style disorders and from prevention from
these, Ritucharya has a vast role because It help us in
balancing with different seasons also. In Hemanta Ritu
due to its Sheeta Guna atmostphere become cold. Vata
has Yogavahi quality ,and Sheeta Guna causes Agni
Avarodha in humansTemprature become so low & due to
this normal flow of the Agni get obsturct to the outside.
A potter who is making earthen vessels by placing them
in a pit and covering them after keeping the fire will
produce more heat. Same is happening in our body like
Sheeta Vata will cover our whole body which has
already Agni inside. Due to this heat will be produced in
our body i.e. Agni (Digestive fire) will become stronger.
This enhanced Agni is capable of digesting large
quantities of food. Therefore Guru Aharas should be
taken properly in this Ritu which includes Newly
Harvested grains etc. If not taken on proper time Aharas,
Agni will start to attack the Rasa Dhatu and will finally
lead to Vata Prakopa. Therefore we should get
disciplined about Guru Aharas and proper food at proper
time inured to prevent this Vata Prakopa.

CONCLUSION
Ayurveda treat people according to their body types
guide them to live a life in proper manner. With
changing environment our body also get affected, it is
very important for our body to get adapted with these
changes. If it fails to stay correlate with envirement it
will affect our body and mind leading to Dosha
Vaishamya. In long term, these imbalances leads towards
various types of life style disorders. To prevent these
disorders, the best way is to understand Ritucarya which
explains about the various dietary and behavioural
regimens according to different seasons. with proper
understanding and applying these guidelines, one can
easily achieve our primary goal“Swasthasya
Rakshanam”. It also brings about Strength, Complexion
and longevity without disturbing the equilibrium of the
body and mind.

REFERENCES
1. Acharya J T. Charaka samhita by Agnivesa with
Ayurveda deepika teeka of Chakrapanidatta. Reprint
ed. Varanasi: Chaukhambha Surbharathi Prakashan,

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