Occasional digestion problems like gas, bloating, stomach discomfort, constipation, heartburn, and fatigue after eating is a common problem many are encountering these days. The act of eating is life-giving, and the process of digestion, according to Maharishi Ayurveda, is critically important. Eating for maximum benefit requires awareness, and is important for the development of consciousness as well as our physical health.
Good nutrition goes beyond eating foods that are fresh and wholesome. If the process of digestion is slow, your body creates sticky food residue that can clog the channels in the body and hinder the process of assimilation. Ayurveda says that the entire process of digestion takes about 36 days, – the most refined by-product of digestion in the body. The prime energy reserve of the body and a very important component of your immune system. It protects life, gives strength, controls heart and maintains tissue balance. You can fix your digestion for good health by simply paying attention to the three stage process.
Irregular food timings such as skipping breakfast or having late dinners
Overeating and eating junk food in large quantities
Profuse drinking, such as large amounts of water or juice immediately after food or excessive alcohol consumption
Eating Stale food, such as leftovers, refrigerated or frozen foods in heavy amounts
Unhealthy eating habits, such as eating too fast or slow, eating while driving, watching TV or your mobile phone, standing, or prior to bathing
Psychological factors, such as emotional disturbance, fear, anxiety and stress
Indulge in some form of daily movement. This can be Yoga, walks, and general exercises are especially recommended after having meals.
Eating only till satiation.
Sip on some hot ginger tea throughout the day.
Focus on releasing all your negative emotions.
Spice it up the Ayurvedic way by Incorporating herbs and spices such as fresh ginger, cumin, black pepper, turmeric and fenugreek in your food.
MINDFUL EATING IS A BRANCH OF MINDFULNESS, A FORM OF MEDITATION THAT AIDS RECOGNITION AND COPING OF EMOTIONS AND SENSES.
The key to a healthy and fit you lies in your digestion abilities. According to Ayurveda, your overall wellbeing and health depends a lot on how you digest things you take in from nature. Ayurveda also emphasizes on strengthening of Agni or the digestive fire that aids in creation of healthy tissues in the body and also ejection of waste material from the digestive system.
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