Do’s and Don’ts

Here are some do’s and don’ts recommended by Ayurveda:

• Never skip meals
• Always have food on time
• Food should be well-cooked and preferably home-made
• Include lot of fresh vegetables and fruits in your diet
• Diet should be based on the basic constitution of the person
• Overeating should be avoided. As per Ayurveda, a little stomach space should be left vacant for easing out the digestion.
• Avoid incompatible food combinations; for example curd and fish
• Herbs and spices are good for your health
• Drink water before or after your meal, but never in between a meal.
• Include all the six basic tastes in meal namely sour, bitter, sweet, salty, astringent and pungent
• Do not eat food in a hurry. Eat in a calm and quiet place and chew your food properly
• Do not lie down or sleep just after a meal. Instead walk for a while
• Lunch should be the largest meal of the day
• Dinner should be atleast three to four hours before bedtime