Document Type
Article
Disciplines
Alternative and Complementary Medicine
Abstract
Ayurveda places special emphasis on Ahar (diet) and Anna (food) and believes that healthy nutrition nourishes the mind, body and soul. Ayurveda does not discriminate food to be good, or bad, instead it emphasizes various factors that influence food, such as its biological properties, origin, environmental factors, seasons, preparation, freshness, and provides a logical explanation of how to balance food according to one's dosha and physical needs.
Recommended Citation
Guha, Amala, "Ayurvedic Concept of Food and Nutrition" (2006). SoM Articles. 25.
https://digitalcommons.lib.uconn.edu/som_articles/25
Comments
Elements: Ayurveda Health and Nutrition v.4: no.1 (2006)