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messages.text: अभेषजमिति ज्ञेयं विपरीतं यदौषधात् । तदसेव्यं निषेव्यं तु प्रवक्ष्यामि यदौषधम् ॥ १५ ॥
  
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messages.text: {"source": "Samhita : Charaka Samhita Part 2, Chapter :1, Sthanam :Chikitsasthanam, Shloka Number: 15", "explanation": "This shloka (verse 15) introduces the concept of \"Abheshaja,\" which literally translates to \"non-medicine\" or \"anti-therapy.\" It signifies anything that opposes or hinders the therapeutic process.  The verse emphasizes the importance of discerning between beneficial therapies (Aushadha) and harmful practices (Abheshaja).  It sets the stage for the subsequent teachings by highlighting that what follows are the recommended therapeutic measures, while Abheshaja should be strictly avoided.\n\nHere's a breakdown:\n\n*   **Abheshaja:**  Anything contrary to the principles of healing and well-being. This includes improper diet, lifestyle, and mental habits that obstruct recovery or exacerbate illness. It also encompasses wrong or contraindicated medications and treatments.\n*   **Aushadha:**  Therapeutic measures that promote healing and well-being. This includes proper diet, lifestyle, herbal remedies, and other treatments that align with Ayurvedic principles.\n\nThe shloka underscores the importance of adhering to prescribed therapies and avoiding practices that could impede recovery or cause further harm.  It lays the foundation for a deeper understanding of Ayurvedic principles by establishing the distinction between what supports health and what detracts from it."}
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