Atibala (Abutilon indicum Linn.) Sweet belonging to Family Malvaceae is very important plant since long in traditional medicine of India and grows in waste places. The drug is attributed Balya Kantivardhaka, Grahi, Ojovardhaka, Brinhana, Krimighna, Dahahara, Vatahara, Rasayana, Mutrajanana, Mridurechana, Vajikara, Kasahara and Vedanahara properties in different Ayurvedic classical texts. Pharmacognostical and phytochemical studies are essential for proper identification and authentication of the drug. Various methods including microscopy, physiochemical contents and phytochemical estimation along with quantitative analysis were conducted to evaluate Pharmacognostical, physiochemical and preliminary phytochemical standards of Atibala (Abutilon indicum (Linn.) Sweet roots. These studies can be helpful to define diagnostic features for identification and standardization of both intact and powdered drug. The organoleptic examination of the intact and powdered materials of roots of Atibala revealed light brown color, odourless odour and astringent and bitter taste. After analysing result of present study, we found presence of carbohydrates, tannins, protein, alkaloid, saponin, amino acids and phenolic compounds in both alcoholic and aqueous extract. Present study will be helpful in ensuring efficacy of the drug, safety, purity and about adulteration of drug.

Every living and non-living being in this universe is composed of five basic elements, the Pancha Mahabhuta. The Panch Every living and non-living being in this universe is composed of five basic elements, the Pancha Mahabhuta. The Pancha Mahabhuta components of the ingested food nourishes their respective tissue elements in the body. Ahara is the best of all medicines and is considered one among the Trayopsthamba. The main idea of Pathya Ahara and Vihara serves as the foundation for both the preventive and therapeutic components of Ayurveda. Ayurveda places a strong emphasis on fundamental dietary principles, or Ashtavidha Ahara Vidhi Visheshayatana. Skin is given due importance since time immemorial owning to the aesthetic value conferred upon it. Skin diseases are mainly described under the spectrum of Kushtha. Dietary modifications have hitherto received little attention in dermatological therapy. However, recent studies have discovered a strong link between various dermatological conditions and food. Ayurveda describes a wide range of etiological factors for dermatological disorders. Consumption of Ahara such as Ati-Lavana, Ati-Amla, Viruddhahara, Guru-Snigdha Annapana, Ajeernahara plays a significant role in the development of skin disease. Excessive intake of food items like Dadhi, fish with milk, Masha, Mulaka, Tila, Madya further contribute to Kushtha. In this article an attempt is made to highlight the probable role of Apathya and emphasize the scope of Pathya Ahara in the management of skin disease. a Mahabhuta components of the ingested food nourishes their respective tissue elements in the body. Ahara is the best of all medicines and is considered one among the Trayopsthamba. The main idea of Pathya Ahara and Vihara serves as the foundation for both the preventive and therapeutic components of Ayurveda. Ayurveda places a strong emphasis on fundamental dietary principles, or Ashtavidha Ahara Vidhi Visheshayatana. Skin is given due importance since time immemorial owning to the aesthetic value conferred upon it. Skin diseases are mainly described under the spectrum of Kushtha. Dietary modifications have hitherto received little attention in dermatological therapy. However, recent studies have discovered a strong link between various dermatological conditions and food. Ayurveda describes a wide range of etiological factors for dermatological disorders. Consumption of Ahara such as Ati-Lavana, Ati-Amla, Viruddhahara, Guru-Snigdha Annapana, Ajeernahara plays a significant role in the development of skin disease. Excessive intake of food items like Dadhi, fish with milk, Masha, Mulaka, Tila, Madya further contribute to Kushtha. In this article an attempt is made to highlight the probable role of Apathya and emphasize the scope of Pathya Ahara in the management of skin disease.

Ayurveda being a life science emphasizes to maintain healthy life and cure of diseases. The effectiveness of Ayurveda drugs depends on the administration time (Bhaishajya Kaal) and it is described very well in Ayurveda classics. In Ayurveda there are many key factors which helps to fulfill its aim. Administering drug at proper time is also such unique concept in treating disease whom we can't neglect. In Ayurveda texts Bhaishajya Kaal is described in relation to food, they are intended for Shamana Chikitsa only and the root of administration to all Kaal is oral. An attempt is being made in this article to review and understand the way of enhancing therapeutic action of drug by Bhaishajya Kaal described in Astang Hridya.