Authors: Shivani, Prof. Seema Kohli
Abstract: Ayurveda is an ancient Indian system of medicine that explains health as a dynamic balance between the body, mind, and the natural environment. According to Ayurvedic philosophy, human life is deeply interconnected with environmental elements such as air, water, land, vegetation, and climate. In the present era, environmental science highlights growing concerns including pollution, climate change, deforestation, and biodiversity loss, all of which pose serious threats to both ecological stability and human health. These challenges emphasize the urgent need for sustainable and preventive approaches to healthcare and environmental protection. Ayurvedic concepts such as Panchamahabhuta (five fundamental elements), Ritucharya (seasonal regimen), and Desha (influence of geographical and environmental factors) explain how changes in the environment directly affect human health and disease patterns. Seasonal variations, climatic conditions, and ecological imbalance play a crucial role in disturbing bodily harmony, leading to the development of various disorders. These principles closely align with environmental science, which also focuses on maintaining ecological balance for healthy living. This paper aims to correlate Ayurvedic principles with environmental science to develop an integrated framework for sustainable healthcare and ecosystem conservation. The study is based on a review of classicalAyurvedic texts, current environmental challenges, and modern scientific research related to medicinal plants, pollution, and ecosystem health. Integrating traditional Ayurvedic knowledge with modern environmental management offers a holistic approach to disease prevention, health promotion, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20441818
