Journal of Drug Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (JDRAS)

Recently, a special issue of the Journal of Drug Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (JDRAS), published by the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), was launched by the Ministry of Ayush.
It focuses on the emerging field of Ayurveda Aahara, highlighting efforts to bridge traditional Ayurvedic dietary wisdom with modern scientific research.
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), in consultation with the Ministry of Ayush, introduced the Food Safety and Standards (Ayurveda Aahara) Regulations, 2022.
These regulations define Ayurveda Aahara as food prepared using Ayurvedic recipes and methods, helping preserve its authenticity. FSSAI also launched a unique logo for Ayurveda Aahara in 2022.
CCRAS has led efforts in advancing Ayurveda Aahara through research, documenting traditional recipes, studying the health benefits of medicinal plants in diets, and standardizing recipes to align with modern dietary practices.
CCRAS aims to bridge traditional knowledge and modern health practices by documenting dietary practices, validating the nutritional benefits of Ayurvedic foods, and developing standardized recipes.