Mysuru: Karnataka governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot stated that metabolic disorders like diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and thyroid disorders are closely related to lifestyle stress.“In today’s world, where lifestyle pressures, irregular food habits, and environmental imbalance are on the rise, Ayurveda provides a holistic path towards balanced living. It focuses not only on treating illnesses but also on preventing them by maintaining overall wellness,” he said.He was speaking at the Samyojanam-2025 National Conference on Metabolic Disorders, jointly organised by Vishwa Ayurveda Parishad and Karnataka State Open University (KSOU).“Integrated with modern medicine, Ayurveda is emerging as a scientific and comprehensive health system based on the principle of Swasthasya Swasthya Rakshanam (protecting the health of the healthy),” he observed.Recalling the contributions of ancient scholars, he said, “Acharya Charaka is regarded as the father of ayurvedic medicine, while Acharya Sushruta is known as the father of surgery. Their texts, Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita, laid the scientific foundation for diagnosis, treatment, surgery, diet, and lifestyle principles. Our scriptures say ‘Aharashuddhau Chittashuddhih’ — purity of mind is linked to purity of food. Promoting healthy living is one of the greatest outcomes this conference can achieve,” he said.The governor also highlighted the importance of public health awareness. “Govt initiatives such as the National Programme for Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable Diseases, Fit India Movement, and Eat Right India are working towards promoting healthy lifestyle practices. Public involvement is essential for their success,” he said.Ramachandra G Bhat, director, Varahamihira Advanced Centre for Vedic Technology Research, Bhashyam Swamy, founder of Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sharanappa V Halse, vice-chancellor of KSOU, BC Bhagwan, vice- chancellor of RGUHS, and others were present.