What is Ayurveda?
Ayurveda is a holistic branch of medicine that has been used for years to treat different complications with proper nutrition and therapies. Every person comes with different needs, and the Ayurveda approach believes in treating them in and out by considering the physical, mental and emotional state of the body, which helps in improving overall wellness. Ayurvedic doctors perform various therapies that include massaging for each dosha in specific areas of the body. They also suggest an Ayurvedic diet for proper nutrition.
Understanding Doshas with Ayurveda
Ayurveda is classified into three Doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. These are connected with the physical and mental health of the body. Let’s dive into grasping better knowledge of each dosha.
Vata (Air and Space):
This dosha has control over the movement of the body, which helps in controlling the nervous system, and if it gets out of balance, it can lead to anxiety and depression.
Pitta (Fire and Water):
Pitta helps with governing the metabolism and strength of the body. People who have a balanced Pitta are often built with intelligence. It is essential to keep it in control; otherwise, it can lead to anger and irritability.
Kapha (water and earth):
It is crucial to keep Kapha in balance as it governs the structure, lubrication, and nourishment. Not keeping it in balance can lead to excess mucus and conditions related to congestion. It can also contribute to increased body weight if not taken care of properly.
Understanding the daily Ayurvedic routine
In order to keep all the doshas in balance, understanding how they can be treated is an essential aspect. You can make certain that you follow the below-mentioned routine to ensure everything is taken care of.
Things to consider after waking up
After waking up, you should start your day with a positive mindset and making sure to get enough sleep is an essential aspect. If you do oil pulling before brushing the teeth, this would be the perfect thing to do in the first place, as this helps with reducing bacteria in the mouth by removing toxins or any plaque that is left behind. The next step should be Jiwah Prakshalan (tongue cleaning), which helps keep overall oral health in good condition. Many people are unaware that they should drink warm water on an empty stomach to ensure they improve digestion. If drinking water is also taken care of before eating anything, it ensures that physical health is maintained.
Considering Ayurvedic Nutrition and Diet
It is not only the early morning routine that matters to ensure overall health. You should also make certain that you are able to have an Ayurvedic diet that is healthy for each dosha. Warm milk, cream, butter, warm soups, stews, hot cereals, freshly baked bread, raw nuts, and nut butter are some of the important foods to take care of, especially Vata. At the same time, some of you may want to know what factors are helpful for balancing Pitta. The answer would be herbal tea, specifically mint or liquorice root tea. At the same time, it’s important to avoid caffeine and excessive salt in food or drinks. If you are concerned with balancing Kapha, you should consider having light foods that include lettuce and endives.
How Ananta Ayurveda can help
We understand the importance of balanced doshas in improving the mental, physical, and emotional state of the body, and we are here to help you with that. We also provide Ayurvedic Nutrition and Diet if you are struggling to make certain what exactly should be followed. Contact Ananta Ayurveda today for the best Ayurvedic treatment.
