How To Stay Cool with Ayurveda
First Listed June 24, 2009
As many of you may know, I believe in the ancient science of Ayurvedic principles and Janet Gomez has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to nutrition and using the principles of Ayurveda as they apply to food. Janet delivers some great tips in this article so I wanted to share it with you. Enjoy! Gina
How To Stay Cool
by Janet Gomez
Being able to enjoy the sun in the summer is great. The light lifts our spirits, our body can make plenty of Vitamin D and we’re just generally more relaxed.
In Ayurveda we know that the heat of the summer can also be a negative source of stimulation. We are typically much more active because of our increased energy levels and all this action produces heat within our bodies (fine as long as we don’t overheat!). What’s more, the general race to get as much done before going away on holiday can easily result in hot tempers etc.
We can use Ayurvedic nutritional knowledge to keep cool. So let me share my 9 top nutritional tips to keep both body and mind refreshed and alert this summer.
Eat
- cooling spices and plenty of fresh green herbs, for example, fennel and coriander seeds, mint, basil
- more green or pale (white) fresh fruits, vegetables and salads
- cereals and grains like rice, barley or millet
Drink
- plenty of (non-sparkling) water (at room temperature or slightly warm) throughout the day to hydrate even more quickly
- at least one glass of water for each hour you are in the air on any flight to and from your holiday destination
- lots of refreshing herbal teas such as mint and fennel
Cool down
- by avoiding coffee, alcohol (especially on flights!)
- with a refreshing rosewater face/body spray
- by practicing gentle yoga, walking or breathing exercises
Janet Gomez, nutritional consultant, produces the “Nutri-Jyoti News”, a free bi-monthly e-newsletter for busy professionals. Feel ready to learn how to use nutritional strategies to manage your energy levels? Then sign up for her FREE e-course “5 Nutritional Keys to Vitality in your Life” on the Nutri-Jyoti home page now.
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