Svasthavrittam – Personal Hygiene

“Svasthavrittam” in the context of personal hygiene refers to the principles and practices of maintaining health and cleanliness at an individual level, according to Ayurvedic teachings. Here are the key aspects typically emphasized:

1. Daily Routines (Dinacharya): Ayurveda prescribes specific daily routines to promote personal hygiene, including practices like waking up early, brushing teeth, cleaning the tongue, and washing the face and body.
2. Oral Hygiene: Importance is placed on oral hygiene practices such as cleaning the teeth (danta dhavana), scraping the tongue (jihva nirlekhana), and using herbal mouth rinses to maintain oral health and prevent diseases like dental caries and gum problems.
3. Bathing and Cleansing: Guidelines for bathing (snana) include using natural soaps or herbal powders (like ubtan) that cleanse and nourish the skin without causing dryness or irritation.