Concept of viruddha ahara in charaka samhita (su. 26/81-87) and its role as a precursor to autoimmune and allergic disorders: A critical review

Background

Viruddha Ahara (incompatible diet) is considered a critical causative factor for various disorders in Ayurveda. Charaka Samhita describes 18 types of Viruddha and states that its regular consumption leads to Shandhatva, Andhatva, Visarpa, Jalodara and even Mrityu. In modern era, there is an alarming rise in autoimmune and allergic disorders linked to dietary incompatibility, food additives and gut dysbiosis.