10 Healthy Food Habits, the yoga Way!

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Weight loss is about 20% which works out to 80% of your food habits.

Vishal, 30, is a software engineer by profession and an photographer by hobby. His average week consists of a work schedule of 45-50 hours. Although it is a fitness enthusiast, his hectic schedule leaves very less time for him to keep his body in shape. Because of the long hours they have to spend in front of the computer, rare breaks and stressful deadlines, Vishal is now a victim of back pain, fatigue and constipation.

In an age where one is expected to work with dedication, they often end up compromising with our health. While many people would agree that a good workout routine helps keep these risks at bay, may not be good enough. The choice and follow a good and healthy diet can help there. Even with a stressful lifestyle, you can minimize the risks of choosing the right foods to eat.

But it is enough to choose the right foods?

No. Along with the right kind of food, we must also learn to eat the right way. While there is no established guidelines to follow, a general idea of what to do and what not to do as part of healthy eating habits.

1. See what you are eating

Watch your current diet. What you eat more? Are you consuming too many calories in your diet and not enough time to burn? Then you should probably consider eating something less fattening and easy for your body to digest. A couple of minutes spent doing basic yoga postures will help you burn those extra calories.

2. Choose green leafy vegetables

Be sure to add green leafy vegetables to your diet. They are a rich source of protein, iron, calcium and fiber. green leafy vegetables are easy to prepare and very drinkable too. In addition, a short course of Ayurvedic cooking help expand their menu.

3. Know when to drink water

We all remember the study during the school that our body is 70% water. It is essential that the body gets its much needed daily dose of minerals through water. Drinking plenty of water helps detoxify the body and gives a glowing skin. Although, avoid drinking water during meals because it slows down the process of digestion. It is advisable to have water 30 minutes before or after having their meal.

4. Include enough protein in their diet

Proteins are essential for the body and should definitely be included in the diet. Broccoli, soybeans, lentils, asparagus and spinach are some foods rich in protein commonly found. low-fat dairy products are also a rich source of protein. To ensure that your body receives the necessary amount of protein per day.

5. Chew your food

Have you seen cow chews his food? A cow chews its food at least 40-60 times.

One of the easiest and most obvious ways to digest food is chewed. Most people usually eat their food in a hurry and tend to skip chew food well. While what you eat, finally digested, but just a bite chewed takes longer and tires of your digestive system. Furthermore, the more you chew your food, the easier it is for your stomach to digest and burn more calories moving those jaws.

6. Keep away from fast food and soft drinks

Although you can appease your palate, fast food usually does great harm to the body. It can be unhygienic and also high in unhealthy fats like trans fats. In addition, soft drinks are high in sugar can lead to obesity, diabetes and tooth decay. Instead of these harmful drinks, choose to cool off with a glass of buttermilk or lemonade.

7. Cook at home

Instead of ordering pizza from the joint around the corner, use your kitchen and make that dish you've been thinking of having. You can also prepare your dinner in olive oil instead of sunflower or peanut oil and make it healthier. Cooking at home is a very good investment because it allows you to spend more time with his family.

8. Focus on food

Most of us have our meal while text messaging on mobile phones or watch TV and not really keep a count of how much we eat. Even though your stomach is full, your brain says you need to eat more and eventually ends up overeating. If you focus only on your food then you will eat only what your body requires. So, next time you feel about having your meal to keep the remote control and mobile phone away for some time.

9. Never skip breakfast

Breakfast is perhaps the most important meal of the day as the body prepares for the day ahead. Be sure to eat a full and rich breakfast before leaving the house.

10. Compilation better food

While knowing what to eat and how much to eat is important, it always helps if you can drive the process of digestion. Sitting in Vajrasna (Adamintine Pose) for a few minutes after lunch helps you there. This particular yogic posture, improves blood circulation in the lower abdomen and improves the digestive process.

A good eating habit helps shape your personality. And this is why ancient sages always prefer to eat sattvic food. Learn here what question sattvic foods can do for you. Remember, what you eat is what you become. So choose wisely and eat better.

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