Ayurveda is an Eastern science for maintaing the balance and health of the body, mind, and spirit. According to ayurveda, there are 4 elements to one's purpose in life: duty (dharma), financial sustainability (artha), Fulfillment of positive desires (karma), and enlightenment (moksha).
The following routine is a guide to maintain health during the winter season:
-Wake around 7 am
-Gentle oil massage on feel, legs, arms, and abdomen
-warm shower
- observation of the tongue and scraping
-Drink warm water to stimulate bowels
-yoga (sun Salutations, lion's breath, chest opening poses and twists, bellows breath)
-Sit in Sunlight Daily
-Exercise Daily
-Stay warm with layers and wear a scarf to protect the throat
-Tea: 1/2 tsp ginger powder, 1/2 tsp. cinnamon and a pinch of cloves to improve circulation
- Eat less dairy, and focus on foods with lighter, warmer constitutions.
- Get plenty of sleep!
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