PROPERTIES AND EFFECTS OF STIMULATING FOOD ITEMS
Story: Stimulants have an invigorating effect and stimulate the mind if take in moderate manner. They are sour and lead to hyperacidity in large amount. We have to consider that they give only a short-term boost of energy and good mood. But if we are already at the end of our energies, they only pretend […]
PROPERTIES AND EFFECTS OF MEAT, FISH AND EGGS
In Ayurveda, animal products like meat is considered to be a staple food for those humans with meat eating ancestors. That also includes fish. It is also recommended for people, who live in a very cold climate with less sun. Also broth can be consumed by everyone, who is in a weak health condition or […]
PROPERTIES AND EFFECTS OF MILK AND DAIRY PRODUCTS
MILK Story: In Ayurveda milk is supposed to be one of the best food items for human beings . There are different types of milk from cows, goats, sheep and buffalo. Goat milk is the easiest to digest. Due to the unethical factory farming and the strange feeding of cattle with corn and/or fish flour […]
PROPERTIES AND EFFECTS OF BUTTER AND GHEE
BUTTER The good butter is better than its reputation. It has fallen into disrepute because of its relatively high cholesterol content, and amount of saturated fats but our body also needs that. A small amount is ok. It gives cakes and biscuits a great taste and the necessary firmness for baking. Butter is more difficult […]
PROPERTIES AND EFFECTS OF LENTILS AND BEANS
Legumes are one of the original food items from mankind. They contain more B vitamins, potassium, magnesium and iron than meat. They are very rich in protein and consist of many essential amino acids and carbohydrates, which raise blood sugar levels more slowly than sugar or grains. Best for obesity and diabetes or increased Kapha […]
PROPERTIES AND EFFECTS OF GREAT CEREALS AND CEREAL ALTERNATIVES
Ever since man settled down and started farming, grain has become the main foodstuff. Grain dishes are a good source of energy for athletes and anyone who exercise a lot. Whole grain cereals with shells and germs are very rich in B vitamins, fibers, high-quality proteins, quickly available carbohydrates and valuable minerals such as potassium, […]
PROPERTIES AND EFFECTS OF PLANT OILS
Story: Plant oils are liquid treasures that contain an extremely large number of valuable vital substances and nutrients, especially unsaturated fatty acids. In our body they are an integral part of our cell walls and nerve sheaths. So consuming them is essential for our health. Cold-pressed oils from sesame, olives, rapeseed and linseed from the […]
PROPERTIES AND EFFECTS OF VEGETABLES AND SALADS
Vegetables are one of our most important food items. They are full of important vital substances. From them we get all the good things from the earth on which they grow. Fibers and other dietary fibers stimulate digestion and nourish our good intestinal bacteria. The overall carbohydrate content is low, while the fat and protein […]
PROPERTIES AND EFFECTS OF NUTS, SEEDS AND KERNELS
Nuts, kernels and seeds are real energy bombs. They have a high proportion of nutrients and vital substances. This makes them best as a snack in between Properties: sweet, tart, somewhat bitter, somewhat dry, oily, nutritious, solid and rather difficult to digest Ingredients: a lot of magnesium, iron, selenium, zinc, copper, manganese and B vitamins, […]
PROPERTIES AND EFFECTS OF SWEETENERS
We all love sugar. All sweeteners except honey and stevia increase Kapha and decrease Vata and Pitta. According to Ayurveda we can take a little amount but only cane sugar or other unrefined sorts (coconut blossom, birch). They contain all the good vital substances like minerals and trace elements. Our body need this minerals for […]
