title: Prevention of common diseases in India by ayurvedic principles.
abstract: Ayurveda does not stand simply for the cure of certain diseases in individuals. It aims at keeping both the individual and the society healthy and happy by preservation and promotion of physical and mental health and prevention of diseases. These measures are described in detail in the form of dina carya, rtu carya and ratri carya. For a common man, these practices are prescribed in the form of religious rituals and traditional festivals.
authors.affiliation: M.M. L. Centre for Rheumatic Diseases, 17, Pusa Road, New Delhi - 110 011, India.
authors.forename: K A
authors.initials: KA
authors.lastname: Majumdar