We all want our life to be long and as long as we live, the body should be healthy. This may also happen if you make some changes in your food and lifestyle in time. There are many such measures in our Ayurveda, by adopting which you can not only live a healthy and happy life, but can also live a long life. So let’s know about the special rules of food and drink in Ayurveda …
Eat only 70-80% of your appetite
According to Ayurveda, we should eat only 70-80% of our hunger. Eating too much food is weak due to which there can be problems of flatulence, restlessness or lethargy. When there is some space in the stomach, the digestion works better.
Give lunch
According to Ayurveda, our body can easily digest more food between 12 noon and 2 pm. In such a situation, lunch should be rich in nutrients which give energy to our body.
Don’t eat late at night
Ayurveda asks to eat food at least 2-3 hours before sleeping, so do dinner till 7 pm. Eating food late at night can cause problems related to gas, acidity and sleep.
Eat hot food
According to Ayurveda, hot and ripe food is easily digested than cold or raw food. This food intensifies digestion, which is digested quickly and the body gets plenty of nutrition.
Sometimes fasting is also important
Ayurveda says that sometimes fasting is very important to relax the stomach. Especially for those who have indigestion problems.
Mindful eating
According to Ayurveda, our entire attention should be on our food while eating. Whenever you eat food, chew it and eat it and stay away from TV or mobile.
Drink water before eating
Ayurveda asks to drink water about 30 minutes before eating food. Drinking water at the time of eating can reduce digestive enzymes, which can slow down the digestion.