The Ayurvedic Diet – 5 Tips On How To Prepare Your Meals
A big part of the Ayurvedic diet is learning how to properly prepare and cook your meals.
This act should be performed with awareness and it is important to cook and prepare the food you are going to eat with the mindset of being healthy.
Preparing your meals without really being conscious doesn’t allow you to fully be present and appreciate the process using the right methods as outlined in the Ayurvedic diet.
Here are a few valuable tips on how to cook your meals for better health and wellness.
1. Cook with feel good emotions and a positive mental attitude. In Ayurveda your state of mind and attitude becomes part of the food you are handling and preparing.
If you are angry or anxious while cooking then that’s the energy you’re putting into the food and, feeding yourself and others.
Be in a joyful state when you cook and show love and kindness toward the food you are going to create, eat and share.
2. Maintain a connection with your food. Be gentle and handle your food as if you were handling a little baby.
When possible use simple non-electric hand tools to prepare your food. For example, grind your spice with a brick & mortar.
Allow your hands to come in contact with the food you are preparing and feel its energy. Having a loving relationship with your food and this in turn will nurture your mind and body. Continue reading
The Ayurveda Diet Simplified
Ayurveda is the “science of life” promoting longevity and has its roots from India extending back five to ten thousand years.
Many people, especially in the west are unaware of Ayurveda and the Ayurveda diet which is designed to completely balance the body – physically, mentally and emotionally. Those who have heard of it (perhaps that’s why you are here reading this article) only get bits and pieces of the whole system.
The whole system of Ayurveda is not really that simple because there are in fact a variety of components that include the science and composition of food, anatomy, physiology, pathology, diagnostic systems and treatment strategies for specific health and medical conditions.
In India and other places around the world an Ayurvedic doctor must complete a 5 – 6 year post-graduate degree (Bachelors of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) to become qualified.
It should be noted that Ayurveda is recognized by the World Health Organization as an effective, traditional medical practice and health science.
While this blog is not designed to give you a full analysis of Ayurveda, I will do my best as an Ayurvedic practitioner and counselor to give you the most up to date information and research regarding the Ayurvedic diet – including various Ayurvedic foods, herbs, recipes, remedies and tips for practicing the science of Ayurveda.
To really learn the ancient techniques and secrets of Ayurveda one must not only practice the Ayurveda diet but also learn and apply Ayurveda dietetics or principles..
It is important to note that being on an Ayurvedic diet means eating the right quantity and quality of foods that are best for your unique personality or dosha type. Not all Indian food is Ayurveda food.
To help determine what foods and combination of foods are best for you the first step should be to find out your constitution by taking the Ayurvedic test. Continue reading
How To Make Ghee – Simple Ghee Recipe
Ghee is regarded as one of the best food sources in the Ayurvedic diet and it is considered beneficial for all doshas. The yogis and practitioners of Ayurveda consider it to be a very sattvic (balancing & harmonizing) food because it lubricates all the muscle tissues of the body.
Making ghee gets rid of impurities (fats and milk solids) and water out of the butter so you are left with healthy clarified butter.
Ghee can be used in most recipes for flavouring and cooking. Here is what you need to make your Ghee.
Ingredients & Materials: 1 pound unsalted butter (organic if available), a large pot or sauce pan, A few sheets of cheesecloth, a strainer, a clean container or one pound glass jar with a lid.
1. Melt the butter in a large pot or sauce pan on low to medium until it comes to a boil. You will start to hear a popping sound. Do not stir.
2. Continue to cook the melted butter over low to medium heat. It should continue to pop and bubble and some foam may appear on top. You can skim off and discard the foam if you like but leaving it won’t affect the ghee.
3. Remove from heat when the popping sound and bubbling noise quietens down. Sediment at the bottom of the pot will start to turn golden brown. The ghee will turn to a clear golden or amber color. This usually takes about 20 minutes. A darker color means overdone ghee so it’s important not to leave the ghee on the heated stove.
4. Leave the heated ghee to cool for 10 to 20 minutes and then line a strainer with some cheese cloth and strain the ghee into clean containers (sterilized jars work great). Continue reading
Ayurvedic Diet
Well it’s been a while since I have posted an article here on Planet Well. With so many things to do in such little time, I have been figuring some things out as I prioritize may passions and what is important to me, my family, others (which include you) and the planet.
It has been a great summer and I discovered that if there is one thing I need to share with all of you, it is… “True Wellness” which in my experience is the science of Ayurveda. Over the last few months I have been continuing my studies in yoga philosophy, vedantic philosphy (the study of the vedas), and ayurveda ( A complete holistic wellness system)
Ayurveda, which has been my main focus over the last few months is the science of longevity – an ancient healing practice and system that’s over 5000 years old and stems back to ancient India. It could be compared to Traditional Chinese Medicine because it is in fact a complete medical system which prescribes certain herbs, exercises and diets for each unique individual. However, I feel it is much more valuable and complete.
Ayurveda incorporates many different principles, remedies and healing techniques that I could write hundreds of pages about, but I won’t because I will be writing more about it on this blog. In fact, I will be changing my focus of this blog to one primarily based on ayurveda wellness including the ayurvedic diet and ayurvedic recipes for healthier living.
There will be many topics that explain how and why to incorporate the ayurvedic diet into your life.
You may be asking why such a drastic change from sustainability to ayurvedic living. Well, it’s not much of a change because sustainability and the wellness of the planet is all part of Ayurveda. By adopting ayurveda into you life, you enhance your health and wellness which enhances the health and wellness of the planet.
Ayurveda is truly a gift from God and an extraordinary science or system that gives you vigor, vitality, strength and healing energy. It promotes harmony and balance both internally and externally. I will be explaining and teaching you more soon… Continue reading
How Permaculture Can Change Your Life
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| photo courtesy of nosha.Permaculture can change your life very easily through an awareness of simple living and utilizing the resources of the earth in the most efficient and effective way while having the smallest impact as possible on our planet.
It allows one to become connected to all of the earth’s elements – the same stuff from which we are made of. In that sense of connectedness we become whole and feel a renewed strength and purpose towards our purpose and responsibility as human beings. It brings a fresh new perspective and rejuvenates are mind body and spirit. So what is permaculture? Below is a brief description but first here is a beautiful musical video describing and outlining the principles of permaculture. Enjoy. |
| Permaculture often comprises specific design principles that develop eco-friendly communities. The principles and ethics form the basis of permaculture but need not be complex. If you are unsure of the principles listen to the video below.Basically permaculture initiates an awareness and clear plan of action to divert human efforts towards creating a healthy, cooperative and sustainable future.
A holistic and sustainable vision that can change your life The word ‘permaculture’ combines the best of sustainable agricultural practices with human culture. It involves connecting with nature at a deeper level, using the earth’s natural resources so as to build a better future. Often, we don’t even take responsibility for increasing higher temperatures and carbon footprints. Taking responsibility for our actions in a positive way is what permaculture is all about. By observing how the bounties of Nature can be harnessed, permaculture becomes a way of life conducive to healthy holistic living. It helps us to do things better, be it farming, gardening , preparing food or even planting trees in parks. Only renewable resources are used when applying the principles of permaculture. This paves the way for sustainable initiatives such as soil conservation, eco-buildings, planting of food crops that are perennial, seed saving and much more. Permaculture is described as a philosophy of using land in a planned way. This is because it takes advantage of natural energy patterns. In a nutshell, it involves a thorough, in-depth and holistic approach to the implementation of these simple design principles. The purpose is to build strong, healthy and natural human communities that will build a happy and healthy world. Permaculture is a method of production with vast possibilities and opportunities. Anyone can experience sustainable living methodologies of permaculture. These can be adapted in homes, farms, schools, parks and even cities. It aims at creating a sustainable development at both the micro level and macro level. At a micro level, it involves the following: At a macro level, permaculture aims to do the following: 1. Foster mutually beneficial relationships between agriculture and human culture and changing them together for a greater purpose. Note: On May1, 2011 it was national permaculture day in Australia, hence the video below I am sharing here with you all. We should adopt this type of day world-wide to create consciousness across the planet Open homes, gardens and farms, films, educational workshops, and a wide range of other activities provide an opportunity for the public to see positive permaculture projects in action and speak personally to the people living it and experience the movement first hand. |
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