Impact Of Ayurvedic Life Style Practices On Stress Reduct In Among Working Professionals In Trivandrum District

Abstract

The present study examines the impact of Ayurvedic lifestyle practices on stress reduction among working professionals in Trivandrum District. Ayurveda emphasize scholastic lifestyle involving diet, physical activity, sleep, mindfulness, herbal practices, and daily routines (Dinacharya). A structured questionnaire was administered to 150 working professionals selected using a convenient sampling method. Statistical tools such as Mean standard deviation, independent ‘t’ test, Percentage analysis, one sample ‘t’ test, correlation and Garrett ranking were performed using SPSS. The findings reveal that Ayurvedic lifestyle components such as dietary habits, meditation/yoga, sleep hygiene, and herbal usage significantly contribute to reducing stress levels. Regression results indicate that meditation/yoga practices and sleep hygiene are the strongest predictors of stress reduction. The study suggests that incorporation of Ayurvedic life style routines can improve employee well-being and productivity. Implications for organizations, healthcare providers, and policymakers are provided. Limitations and future research directions are included.