ROLE OF AYURVEDA IN THE PREVENTION AND PROMOTION OF HEALTH IN FEMALE ATHLETE TRIAD

Abstract

The Female Athlete Triad is a complex syndrome involving disordered eating, amenorrhea, and osteoporosis, which frequently affects female athletes. Ayurveda, an ancient system of medicine, plays a significant role in addressing and preventing the Female Athlete Triad through its holistic approach to health and well-being. The main aim of Ayurveda is “Swasthasya Swasthya Rakshanam” and “Prakritistapana” to regain the physical fitness of a female athlete back to normal as early as possible by focusing on strength and power development, dietary considerations, lifestylechoices, and stress management, Ayurveda can play a vital role in optimising the healthand performance of female athletes while mitigating the risks associated with the triad.It acts as both preventive and curative therapy.