By Sonali Date. Ayurvedic Health Educator, Nutritionist, Lifestyle Consultant & Herbalist at IAM.
We are what we eat and in Ayurveda we take this to heart. Food affects the mind as well as the body, therefore food is essential to sustain a good and healthy life. If food is prepared and consumed inappropriately it becomes the root cause of many diseases. To have benefits from food one needs proper knowledge. Ayurveda recommends eating sattvic food. Sattvic foods are fresh, light, and help to clear the mind. Also, consumed food plays a big role on the behavior and character of a person so if your food is pure and natural, then your brain will be healthy and active.
Further, Ayurveda food habits help in strengthening immune system and assisting the digestive system in functioning more effectively. Cooking and eating ayurvedically is a very intuitive and joyful process. It is a way to practice self-care and self-love. When the food is prepared with thoughts of love and care, it travels into those around you.
KEY POINTS TO KEEP IN MIND:
- Try to cook food according to your dosha.
- Stock up on Ghee, Turmeric, Ginger, Coriander power, Cumin powder, Rice, and Moong dal.
- Keep the cooking area clean.
- Listen to nice music or chanting in the background as you cook.
- Have loving and caring thoughts while cooking.
- Before eating have thoughts of gratitude for the nourishing meal.
- Never eat in front of the television.
- Do not discuss unpleasant topics while eating.
- Include all six tastes.
- Food and beverages should be warm in temperature at time of eating.
Sonali is a graduate of IAM and is available for in person and online Health Consults at the Institute Of Ayurvedic Medicine. click on the following link: https://institute4ayurveda.com/clinic/ to make an appointment
