Nowadays we are bombarded with information and suggestions on nutrition and diet from all directions. Often we are unable to see the whole picture and are confused by the seemingly contradictory advice offered. Diet according to Ayurveda can help one find a way through this maze. It presents a pure vegetarian diet based on its ancient wisdom. According to Ayurveda, diet is an important foundation of good health that aids in the healing of diseases. Longevity, strength, energy, growth, complexion, and glow all depend on a good digestive system and a good diet.
Ayurvedic pointers on an ideal diet:
- It should taste good.
- It should be satisfying.
- It should strengthen the body.
- It should provide both immediate and lasting energy.
- It should be taken in appropriate quantities.
- It should promote vitality and memory.
- It should promote longevity.
Guidelines for Healthy Eating:
- Sit and eat in a pleasant environment.
- Eat only after the previous meal has been digested (five to six hours).
- Do not eat late at night.
- Eat peacefully and chew well.
- Drink warm water or herbal tea in a small container with meals.
Veg Plate:
- A pure mind affects your digestive system and the energy of food.
- Eat regularly and at the same time every day.
- Avoid snacking between meals.
- Eat only half a stomach full, leaving one quarter for water and one quarter empty for the food to expand and the gases to pass.
- Avoid fruits and fruit juices with your meals.
- Avoid cold or iced drinks at all times.
- Use food as medicine. Man is what he eats.
- Be thankful to God for your food.
Overcooked food can be toxic
Many researches have been done on toxicity in human body. Toxicity is the root cause of all diseases. Detoxification is essential for the whole body to keep all types of diseases at bay. Detoxification means healthy food and regular fasting for good health.
Unbalanced diet causes imbalance in body chemistry and blood cellular metabolism which is one of the main causes of diseases like cancer, arthritis, diabetes and heart attack. Continuous consumption of undercooked, oversalted and preservative laden food is also a contributor to this imbalanced diet.
Traditional sattvik and timely diet is the key to a healthy life.
