Ahara: Nourishing your body, mind, and soul
Ahara encompasses not only food but also lifestyle habits that nourish the body, mind, and spirit. It involves:
- Quantitative Aspect: Proper food quantity and timing
- Qualitative Aspect: Wholesome food choices
- Eat according to your constitution (Prakriti) and dosha balance.
- Follow seasonal dietary adjustments (Ritu Charya).
- Choose fresh, locally sourced, organic foods.
- Include all six tastes (Shad Rasa) in meals.
- Eat mindfully, savoring each bite.
- Avoid excessive eating or fasting.
- Consider digestive capacity and agni (digestive fire).
Proper Ahara:
- Nourishes skin, hair, and nails
- Balances doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) for radiant complexion
- Supports healthy digestion and metabolism
- Enhances mental clarity and focus for inner radiance
- Promotes overall well-being, reflecting outer beauty
- Supports physical growth and strength
- Helps prevent diseases