Food
The Adiveda Weekly #74
Hari Aum Sadhakas,
Embark on a week of profound exploration as we delve into the heart of our sustenance—food. The Vedas proclaim, "Food is verily the Brahman," acknowledging its sacred essence in our lives. In a world where food is often taken for granted, our blog this week unfolds the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, revealing the intricate connection between what we consume and our holistic well-being. Join us on a journey that transcends mere sustenance, as we uncover the art, science, and spirituality entwined in the act of eating. From Ayurvedic principles to the sacred nature of our meals, this week's blog will illuminate the path to a deeper understanding of the role food plays in our physical and spiritual existence.
-Adiveda Team
The full blog for this week:
The Sanatana Dharma
Many points are given to us by Ayurveda to help the digestion process. Our bodies as well as the world outside are made of the five elements – earth, water, fire, air and space (prithvi, apas, agni, vayu and akasha). The food we eat is also made up of these elements. Each of these elements have their own quality corresponding to a sense organ in us which allows us to experience this world made up of the five elements.
Reflection of the Week
The ancient science of health known as Ayurveda in India was the first to understand the importance of food. They gave us this axiom – “Let food be your medicine and your medicine -food.” In plain language this means that the type of food we eat is the key to our health! If you want to have a healthy life, you will have to be choosy about the food you eat.
Ayurvedic health tip of the week
A short 10-15 minutes walk after every meal is one of the cheapest and effective ways of balancing our post-meal rise in blood sugar. Not only is this a helpful tip if you are managing diabetes, or other metabolic issues, but it is a good habit to incorporate regularly for anyone looking to integrate lifestyle habits in the upkeep of health. Regulating one's post-meal blood sugar can also help in mitigating the sleepiness and lethargy that can sometimes set in after eating a large meal.
By Dr. Poorna Menon, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
Mantra of the Week
Important dates this week
Kalabhairav Jayanti on Monday, December 4, 2023
Utpanna Ekadashi on Friday, December 8, 2023
Books by Mataji:
Hindu Way of Life Volume 1 & 2
We started the Adiveda newsletter to expand further on the teachings written in the The Hindu Way of life Volume 1 and Volume 2. These books shed light given to us by our great rishis was the only way by which we could help all people to free themselves from the burden of a stress-filled life. These wonderful books are available for purchase and can be delivered worldwide.
If you are interested in purchasing copies of any of Mataji’s books, please email: Vanamaliashram@gmail.com
Announcements
Bhagavad Gita Discourse
Vanamali Mataji’s long-awaited Bhagavad Gita Discourse is now available as an online offering. She takes us on a journey of understanding this guidebook and how it can help us live a life in harmony amidst all the battles we are fighting on a daily basis.
Have you ever wondered why Krishna and Arjuna are having an exchange on a battlefield? Or why their exchange is called a “Song Celestial”? Or what its significance is? What is Jnana Yoga? Karma Yoga and Bhakti Yoga? How can we be better humans when life seems to throw us a curveball? Join Vanamali Mataji as She gives answers to all these questions by introducing the most generous gift to humanity - the Bhagavad Gita.
For anyone interested in receiving the recordings on a weekly basis, please contact vanamalibhagavadgita@gmail.com
The sessions were professionally recorded and are made available on a donation basis. However much the contribution, it serves to honor the efforts of filming.
Click here for the Introduction to the Bhagavad Gita on YouTube!
Where to connect with Mataji
Mataji will host Live Question and Answer on her Instagram page
…. EVERY Sunday at 11am IST!
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At your service,
The Adiveda Team