Ayurveda also focuses much on Pathyta and Apathya. Pathya is considered as the best medicine. Yava, Shashitika shali, Godhuma, Goksheera, Amalaki ; etc are considered as pathya in all the seasons. Ayurveda not only focuses on physical health, but contributes greatly in enhancing mental health as well. There are many medicines and procedures which help in treating chronic mental illness. The Satvajaya Chikitsa helps to get control of one’s own mind and drags him away from all the distractions. In Ayurveda, the good code of conduct is called as Sadvritta. One who follows Sadvritta will have good life span. It includes following proper daily regimen, respecting the elders, serving the needy, following non-violence, always speaking the truth, showing equal affection to all the living beings etc.
