Mind in Ayurveda

Ayurveda is probably the first to recognise the interrelationship between the mind and body. Both of them complement each other in health and disease. In Ayurveda the mind is considered a sixth sense organ. It is both sensory and motor. Ayurveda emphasises the fact...

Nutrition in Ayurveda

. . . continued from previous issue Food should be consumed in a relaxed atmosphere and relished slowly. Breakfast should be light as it is the first meal after the body has fasted for a few hours. Lunch should be the main meal as the best time to digest food is at...

Nutrition in Ayurveda

Ayurveda’s approach to nutrition is very unique. The food we eat begins with the farmer. After that it goes into the hands of the cook. The vibes from the farmer and the cook end up in the prepared food. This may be true in all types of cooking but Ayurveda places a...

Ayurveda and Immunity

According to WHO health is a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing. Susruta many eons ago gave a similar definition of health. He says other than having balanced doshas, digestive fire, etc the mind also has to be at peace to be a healthy individual....