Since time immemorial, humanity has been concerned with developing and preserving youthful vigor, and extending longevity by stopping or delaying the aging process. Every individual is now looking forward to a youthful, productive lifespan of 100 or more years filled with unlimited health and opportunity. Ageing is a multi-dimensional process of physical, psychological and social change. According to Ayurveda, Jara (ageing), being a Swabhavabala Pravritta Roga, occurs due to Vyadhi-Hetu called Kala/Parinam. Ageing cannot be prevented but it can be made graceful by means of Ayurveda. The different modalities have been explained in Ayurveda to counter the problems in ageing. These modalities include the Dinacharya (Abhyanga, Udhvartana etc.), Ritucharya, Sadvritta, Yoga and Pranayam, Rasayana & Vajikarana. Ayurveda have also emphasized in its Upasthambas, the importance of Ahara, Astavidha Ahara Visheshayatan which emphasizes the importance of diet on aging process. Specific Aushadha Vargas like Vayasthapana, Jeevaniya, Brimhana, and other group of drugs are available, which maintain youthfulness. This review explores various aspects of Ayurveda for healthy aging so as to create an optimal health and lengthen an individual’s health span by living in harmony with nature.
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