Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The gut microbiome is a living ecosystem of bacteria, fungus, viruses, and protozoa that is very important for digestion, making nutrients, controlling the immune system, and fighting off germs. Its equilibrium promotes physiological and metabolic processes while also influencing mental health via the gut-brain axis. Diet continues to be the key determinant of microbial diversity; diets high in fiber, fruits, vegetables, and fermented preparations promote microbial resilience, while processed foods, high sugar, stress, lack of sleep, sedentary lifestyles, and drug usage lead to dysbiosis. Gut microbiota imbalances have been connected to autoimmune diseases, allergies, diabetes, gastrointestinal illnesses, and mental health issues. The three pillars of life—Ahara (diet), Nidra (sleep), and Brahmacharya (controlled lifestyle) are emphasized by Ayurveda as being essential to preserving harmony and good health. Ayurveda's ideas about personalized diets, restorative sleep, strict routines, and stress management are in sync with what we know now about microbiome science. Integrating traditional concepts with current findings provides a comprehensive framework for boosting gut health, preventing disease, and improving general well-being. By integrating modern scientific insights with traditional wisdom, we can promote gut health, enhance overall well-being, and prevent diseases linked to microbial imbalance.
Author: Dr. Himshikha Kaushik
Language: English
Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4414548653