Benefits of Rasayana and its relevance in the present scenario
Despite such significant advancements in science and technology, the human race has significantly failed to contain diseases and ailments, rather new issues are emerging devoid of any remedy or cure.
The origins of these disorders vary from genetic to infectious to metabolic. Amidst this predicament, there is an imperative need for retrospection and reanalyzing the system of health management across the globe.
It is time to consider the philosophy of ‘prevention’ as the first step of treating a disease. This concept can be mainly witnessed in Ayurveda where treating the condition is always secondary; as opposed to other systems of medicine.
Thus utmost precedence is set to the maintenance and sustenance of health in Ayurveda. For this, Ayurveda has laid down a regime and code of conduct to be followed, along with the implication of Rasayana.
What is Rasayana?
Rasayana is a therapeutic regime that essentially is directed towards encouraging longevity, preventing aging and a positive outlook to the physical and mental aspects of life, which in turn will impact resistance and immunity against diseases.
It is a sustainable and environment-friendly system of medicine that is best suited for people of the middle age group. The word ‘Rasayana’ is a Sanskrit word, whose literal meaning is obtaining the epitome of nourishment to the Dhatu.
It is a branch of Ayurveda that is known to improve the primary cells and tissues like Dhatu, Anni, Srotas etc. It is also perceived as a herbal remedy to maintain the overall health and also reverse ageing. Yoga is considered as an important part of Rasayana, as it helps in maintaining the physical and spiritual health.
Rasayana includes a plethora of behavioral or herbal pursuits like nourishing food, meditation yoga, and other positive behaviors such as kindness and honesty. The gamut of Rasayana also entails herbal remedies, which may typically comprise ten to 20 different herbs mixed with fruits or other minerals.
It can be regulated in several forms ranging from powders to pills to pastes. Rasayana is known to revitalize the pivotal fluids within the body, so as to energize the Ojas (vital force of life) and the immune system, helping the body to abstain from diseases and the detrimental consequences of the modern lifestyle. Rasayana also aims to bring about a sense of equilibrium within the body, to attain improved nutrition which in turn defies aging.
Benefits of Rasayana
These are the five following benefits of Rasayana. which can help in the maintenance and sustenance of health
Formation of quality tissues:
As Rasayana is primarily concerned with replenishing the organs of the body, it helps in creating quality dhatus or tissues. It also aids the proteases ( channels or duct system) which allow in the formation and transportation of tissues, and also the nutrients necessary for the construction of these issues, from one place to another.
Improves Digestion:
Rasa is known as the end product of digestion. Rasayana therapy is primarily concerned with ensuring that the end product is utilized to the maximum extent so as to reap the benefits of the same. Various natural herbs and organic products are used to create pastes or mixtures, which in turn, facilitate the entire bowel system, ensuring an excellent digestive system.
Delays aging
There is a classified branch of Rasayana which is nearly related to promoting longevity and increase lifespan by defying the process of ageing. This is called Pranakamya. The various therapies and medicinal recipes of Rasayana help in new cell-generation within the body, which consequently leads to radiant and younger-looking skin.
It also revitalizes the tissues and ensures proper blood circulation within the body, which, in turn, makes the organs healthier and long-lasting. It is anti-toxic and anti-infective, which protects the skin from free-radicals and environmental damages.
Both preventive and Curative
The therapies of Rasayana are both preventive and curative in nature. It is concerned with both swastha (staying healthy) and atura (diseased). This means that Rasayana can be used by both Healthy and diseased individuals. When administered in healthy individuals, it helps in maintaining the health and overall immunity of the body.
Rasayana is particularly helpful for people with diseases, which can eventually help in curing those diseases. That is why Rasayana is known as that which has the capacity to destroy Jara (aging process) and Vyadhi (disease).
Aphrodisiac:
Rasayana is a tremendous therapeutic practice to improve the sexual health of the body. A particular branch of Rasayana known as Vaajikaran Rasayana is known to strengthen the reproductive system of the body and also helps in accelerating sexual functions. Vajikaran also acts as a stress-buster which consequently alleviates anxiety and desire associated with sexual desire and performance. Hence Rasayana is considered as an ideal aphrodisiac.
Conclusion
Human life has been tormented by the radical changes in the atmosphere, coupled with poor dietary and lifestyle practices. The biggest challenge that looms before the human race is to survive these environmental changes and brawl through the pace of life. As a preventive measure to face these challenges, Rasayana can be introduced to not only cure existing diseases but induce immunity and bio-strength within the body to combat various diseases.
