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Ayurvedic Illness Prevention Tips from Author Eduardo Cardona-Sanclemente
Ayurveda is not only preventive, but curative. For prevention, Ayurveda addresses infections from harmful microorganisms like viruses…but also with the environment affected by them: yes, you. For that reason, here I’ll address ways you can prevent or reduce your chances of infection through a variety of enjoyable activities that you can integrate into your daily routine. Remember that for any changes to your medical activities, you should always consult your physician.
Daily routine: In Ayurveda, daily routines are an integral component of maintaining balance, and set the stage for good health. Let’s take care of our bodies by following a daily routine (called dinacharya):
Wake up early; brush your teeth and scrape your tongue (using a tongue scraper); rinse your mouth and drink hot or warm water.Practice breathing exercises (pranayama) daily.Yoga: asanas or postures such as camel pose, cobra pose, cow pose, boat, bow, and bridge pose, locust, lotus, lion, and Surya Namaskar are recommended.Meditation: sit quietly, connect with the rhythm of your breath and feel your presence. Your acceptance is awareness.Food, diet and herbal remedies: essential to keep a strong digestive fire (agni).
Food:
Warm tea: ginger, cinnamon and cardamom, holy basil, mint to boost your digestion and energy. Similarly, hot water alone or with some bits of ginger—you can sip it throughout the day, or when having your meal. Avoid cold drinks. No ice-cold water or beverage.Warm foods are recommended. By having cold foods, you will suppress your digestive fire (agni). Also, exposure to cold reduces your natural resistance.Reduce the intake of animal products, particularly meat. Meat is heavy to digest, especially later in the day or at dinner time. Instead, enjoy combinations like rice with vegetables and interesting spices. I recommend lots of raw garlic and culinary herbs and spices in cooking, particularly ginger, oregano, thyme, rosemary, cinnamon, turmeric, and cloves.Avoid dairy products, especially cheese, yogurt, or ice cream.
Herbal remedies: Here are some simple herbs and preparations that have been recommended for more than three thousand years by Ayurvedic doctors to address respiratory conditions:
Neem leaves (Azadirachta indica) support a healthy epithelial (skin) barrier in both the abdominal and respiratory tracts.Talisadi: an herbal powder containing long pepper, ginger, cardamom, cinnamon and sugar.Sitopaladi powder can be used preventatively and for the treatment of respiratory conditions. It contains spices such as cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and black pepper.
Publisher : North Atlantic Books (October 27, 2020)
Language : English
Paperback : 432 pages
ISBN-10 : 1623175364
ISBN-13 : 978-1623175368
Item Weight : 1.4 pounds
Dimensions : 6 x 1.04 x 8.93 inches
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