Maybe your neighbor goes on a diet of salads, but raw vegetables give you a stomach ache. According to Ayurvedic teachings, this is not surprising:each type needs something different to stay healthy. We have 10 tips.
Take three meals a day and preferably no snacks. That way you give your body a rest.
Eat mainly products that are easy to digest:according to Ayurveda, for example, cooked is better than raw. Avoid food that has been processed, frozen, canned or reheated, as the prana (life energy) has disappeared.
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Make sure you get enough sleep. Go to bed on time and get up early, that most closely matches the natural rhythm of the body.
Don't eat when you're angry or sad. If your mind is still busy 'digesting' emotions, your body cannot absorb nutrients properly.
Take your time before your meal:don't eat too fast or too slow, concentrate on the meal (i.e. don't eat in front of the TV or watch your phone in the meantime) and sit for five to ten minutes after eating before doing something else .
Avoid energy-hungry foods, such as caffeine, alcohol, and fast food. Wrong combinations in food, such as milk and fish or meat and grains, also withdraw energy and cause contamination in the intestines.
Live with the seasons by eating seasonal products. Also keep in mind that your type is extra out of balance at a certain time of the year (Kapha in early spring, Pitta in summer and Vata in autumn and winter).
Drink plenty of water, preferably warm water that has been boiled for ten minutes. Then the water is filtered better. Water also ensures that your food is absorbed better.
Use plenty of herbs, as they stimulate digestion and are beneficial for body and mind. There are countless herbs whose medicinal properties are scientifically
has been proven, such as turmeric, ginger, coriander, cinnamon and black pepper. But there are also Ayurvedic herbal mixtures for sale.
Get plenty of exercise, preferably in the morning. But choose a sport that you like and can sustain. Overexertion is out of the question, so move without getting completely exhausted or over your limits.
