ACHARA RASAYANA AN AYURVEDIC CONCEPT FOR STRESS RELIEF IN OLD AGE

Human body and mind are the abode of enjoyment (health) and suffering (illhealth). Ayurveda provides mental and physical health by Rasayana (rejuvination) therapy. The effect of Rasayana therapy appears as, excellent production of the Dhatus (tissues or structural entity) of the body that promotes health. The therapy is not only the internal administration of drugs and diets but also practice of Achara (good behavioral conduct and healthy living habits) which help to achieve fine tissue nutrition and promote health. Health means both physical and mental as they are interdependent and complementary to each other. Old age is the phase of agony. Long term stress is the most common cause of old age agony. The article presents Achara Rasayana as effective measure for control of stress in old age.