Significance of Dietetic factor
The concept of dietetic factor in Ayurveda encompasses various elements crucial for planning a diet, including food properties, preparation methods, and individual health. It addresses specific dietary components that may aggravate diseases like Gridhrasi (Sciatica) and highlights the significant impact of nutritional factors on balancing Tridosha and overall well-being. Additionally, dietetic factors inform on dietary habits that contribute to conditions such as coronary artery disease and liver diseases, emphasizing the importance of food choices for health maintenance and disease prevention.
Synonyms: Dietary component, Nutritional element, Nutritional component, Dietary factor, Nutritional aspect
In Dutch: Dieetfactor; In Finnish: ¸é³Ü´Ç°ì²¹±¹²¹±ô¾±´Ç³Ù±ð°ì¾±Âáä; In Spanish: Factor dietético
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Hindu concept of 'Dietetic factor'
In Hinduism, the Dietetic factor encompasses essential considerations for dietary planning, such as the intrinsic properties of food, its preparation methods, and individual health needs, ensuring a holistic approach to nutrition aligned with spiritual beliefs.
From: Charaka Samhita (English translation)
(1) Elements that must be considered when planning a diet, including properties of food, method of preparation, and personal health.[1]