Nothing can be more frustrating and frustrating than when hard work doesn’t pay off, especially when it comes to exercising and eating well. It’s frustrating when you’ve been following all the steps to lose weight: staying focused, and persistent, even though you’ve put in all your effort – you haven’t got much to show for it.
The science of Ayurveda has a new and different approach to exercise and weight loss that you might not have heard of and the results are amazing. Ayurveda’s concepts on food and exercise differ from the typical North American diet and exercise model.
Here is the testimony of one of my clients:
I went to see Erica for some health issues and I wanted to lose some weight. Erica evaluated me and created a fitness and weight loss plan designed especially for me! It included an Ayurveda diet and lifestyle plan and some specific Ayurveda treatments. I have lost 18 pounds, my sleep has improved, I have less joint pain and no dizziness. The plan was easy to follow and I never felt deprived. I feel great.
One of the first things that is clearly different is that Ayurveda food or diet plan is based on the fundamental qualities in you and the food you eat. The qualities of earth, water, fire, air and space should be consumed in a manner suitable for you. Food and its qualities will be determined by Ayurveda. The other noticeable difference is that we all need to be consistent with regards to our food and lifestyle. There is an interrelationship between you, your food, your habits and the natural world. And to lose weight, you must keep this in mind.
Almost everywhere we look in nature, there are organisms engaged in some sort of coherent daily routine. The natural world at large is influenced by the rhythms of nature – the rising and setting of the sun, the cycle of the seasons and the underlying impulses that guide the wider community of life. While there is often some degree of seasonal variation, many plants and animals adopt a predictable daily rhythm and, as a rule, live by it. As humans, we have largely fallen out of this habit. But at the most basic level, our physiology is adapted to – and supported by – some sense of regularity. Food is no exception to this regularity.
Here are some simple reasons why you are not losing weight and how Ayurveda can help:
You are not eating the right food. Eat foods that fundamentally match your needs.
You are not eating enough. The concept is simple: eat more of the right food. You are probably thinking, ‘eat more to lose weight’? Surely this cannot be right’. It may sound counterintuitive, but if you really aren’t eating enough of the right foods, then most likely you can’t lose weight.
When you eat is more important than what you eat. In North America, people eat 5-6 small meals a day whereas with the Ayurveda diet, you eat three meals at the same time each day. Having your biggest meal in the afternoon. This principal is aligning your eating pattern with nature. At noon the sun is at its highest point, which is a signal for the body. In America, we eat our biggest meal at dinner. Sometimes just a few hours before bedtime.
You’re eating too many of the wrong foods. Sometimes eating less is necessary. If you have poor digestion or you have a habit of eating when you are not hungry, you will need to eat less. Ayurveda prescribes different amounts of food at different times depending on your health. If you are consuming more of the wrong foods, it will be difficult to lose weight.
you are stressed Is stress playing a more significant role in your daily life than you expected? For many of us the answer to this question is a resounding yes! Stress is a seemingly universal aspect of the modern-day human experience, and even though some stress is acceptable, even productive, we now understand that too much stress can be quite harmful, and take a toll on our health physically, mentally, and emotionally. can compromise. Ayurveda offers a beautiful perspective on stress management, especially at mealtimes. Don’t engage in a stressful environment when you eat. Dine in a serene and beautiful environment. If at work, don’t eat at your desk or in your car. Go outside and sit in the park! Also use meditation and breathing exercises to reduce stress.
You are exercising too much. We may actually be doing more harm than good. If we haven’t fueled our bodies properly, exercise can be stressful enough, leading to the production of excess cortisol (the stress hormone), which often leads to weight gain.
You are not getting enough sleep. You guessed it: Lack of sleep or not getting enough time to watch doesn’t just affect our mood and concentration. If you’re not getting enough sleep or sleeping too late, it can actually have an effect on your ability to maintain a healthy weight. On top of that, when you’re tired, your body actually releases more hormones that make you hungry. This means, again, that you think you need food while your body doesn’t really need it.
You like to drink cold water. Drink only half a cup of warm water with meals. Never drink cold water.
So, what are the solutions?
In Ayurveda, digestion is the root of all diseases and conditions. When you are eating the wrong food at the wrong time or you do not follow any of these examples then you will not cause the food to digest properly. When food is digested wrongly… “Ama” is formed. Ama is the harbinger of most diseases.
Make sure you are eating enough. Instead of counting calories and obsessing over them, focus on getting yourself lots of fresh produce, whole grains, lean proteins and drinking lots of water so you’re not accidentally overeating when you’re really just dehydrated. Get plenty of sleep too.
Source by Erica Mueller
