The Ayurvedic Diet: Why There is No Such Thing as a Bad Food

{"slug":"the-ayurvedic-diet","recentPosts":[{"id":"cl8kb5f23jq1w0ciscs2h2bxw","slug":"benefits-of-yoga-for-pregnancy","author":{"name":"Will","teacherMytSlug":"will-1","pictureUrl":"will.jpeg"},"title":"What are the Benefits of Yoga for Pregnancy?","subTitle":null,"seoTitle":null,"seoDescription":"Yoga for Pregnancy is excellent for stress relief, pain relief, and preparation for labor. Read more to understand the benefits of Yoga for Pregnancy","readTime":null,"excerpt":null,"tags":[],"createdAt":"2022-09-27T14:42:36.767798+00:00","coverUrl":"kvvlqndsbow5dsckhw7i.jpg","content":{"text":"When you get pregnant, people come out of the woodworks with advice, remedies and old wives tales. Everyone’s got an opinion on how you should spend your pregnancy. But the one thing we know for sure is, yoga is great for mom and baby alike. If you’re curious about prenatal yoga, you’re in the right place. Let’s break down why this type of yoga is excellent for moms (and babies).\\nWhat is prenatal yoga?\\nPrenatal yoga was designed for women who are expecting. Rather than taking a regular class and having to worry about modifications or safety, this class is specifically designed for pregnancy. The practice can help women with common pregnancy aches and pains, ease hormonal and emotional stress and help women’s bodies prepare for birth and their postpartum journey. A regular yoga practice when pregnant has tons of amazing benefits!\\nBenefits of Prenatal yoga: \\nWe asked women who’ve done prenatal yoga while pregnant for their reviews, one said “ It’s excellent for stress relief, pain relief, and preparation for labor.” And they all said they’d recommend it to friends! \\nSo let's break down the benefits: \\nRelaxation : \\nPregnancy can be very stressful! But yoga will help you to relax physically, mentally and emotionally and create a safe, relaxing environment for birth. Prenatal helps you with coping and breath techniques for all stages of your pregnancy.\n\\nPreparation for birth : \\nFor first time moms, and even sometimes vets, labor can be scary. This practice will help you to learn birth techniques so you’re relaxed and ready to go!\n⁠\\nYoga can Help with Labor : \\nIn a 2015 study\\n, It was found that a regular yoga practice in the last 10-12 weeks of pregnancy can improve the mother's comfort during labor and help facilitate the labor process. The “yoga group” in this study on average was in labor two hours less than those who didn’t practice. Past your due date? Prenatal Yoga is also known to help induce labor\n⁠\\nCommunity : \\nYoga classes have always been known to help us build community but during pregnancy, it's so important to have a group of women who understand what you’re going through. Taking part in a prenatal class puts you in a group of women who get it. You’ll have a built in support system and maybe even first friends for your baby!\\nFrequently Asked Questions about Prenatal Yoga:\\nIs Yoga for Pregnancy safe?\\nYes. Yoga is generally considered safe during pregnancy. However, you should always consult your doctor & make sure you’re practicing with a teacher who understands the prenatal experience and can keep you safe. Our teachers are experts in yoga and are ready to help you on your journey. If you’d like to check out our offerings, you can get started today with a two week free trial! \\nWhen during pregnancy can you practice yoga?\\nDuring your first trimester, you can stick to your regular practice with some modifications. \\nYour second trimester is a GREAT time to start prenatal yoga! At this point, you’ll be starting to officially come into your “pregnancy body” and you’ll need to be practicing poses more specific to prenatal. The second and third trimester are considered the “prep period” for your body to prepare for labor. So it's a great time to keep moving and stretching in your new skin as you make room for the baby to grow! \\nWhat yoga poses should you avoid doing? \\nFor the most part, yoga is considered safe during pregnancy. You really only need to focus on any poses that put pressure on your abdomen. You should avoid any and all twisting poses, backbends and inversions.. \\nYoga for Pregnancy Poses you can perform at Home :\\nIt’s important to stay active during your pregnancy for both mom and baby! You should try to get in some sort of movement daily for at least 30 minutes. You can stick to low impact workouts or walks but if you want to do some yoga at home, it’s a great way to end your day. Yoga while pregnant can help with pain, help you sleep better and fight tiredness and fatigue. \\nHere are some poses you can practice at home to keep you moving! And as a bonus, most of these poses will also help your body prepare for giving birth!\\n1. Bound angle pose (Baddha Konasana) :\\n\\nBaddha Konasana pose will help you open your hips, releasing any pain in your back. It can also help to reduce swelling\\nHow it helps with labor: Opening the hips will help you to stretch the muscles needed to open the birth canal.\\n2. Cat-cow pose (Marjaryasana Bitilasana) :\\n\\nMarjaryasana Bitilasana pose release back and shoulder pain and also reduce pressure from the belly\\nHow it helps with labor: Back pain is a common occurrence during the birth process. This pose will help to keep your muscles limber and help to avoid muscle spasms and pain in your back during labor. \\n3. Yogi squat (Malasana) :\\n\\n\\nBeen sitting too long\\n? This is a great hip opener and will also release lower back pain. \\nHow it helps with labor: This pose will widen the pelvic floor making the birth easier,which may help to reduce injury during birth.\\nRemember, if you’re practicing at home, it’s always best to consult your doctor and make sure yoga is safe for your pregnancy.\\n\\nOther ways to practice self-care during pregnancy\\nBeing a mom is the hardest job in the world. And there are no days off. Starting with pregnancy, we feel out of control of our body, its growth and the way we feel. Remember to take time during this beautiful process to practice self-care so you can be present, happy and relaxed. \\nBook a prenatal massage :\n\n⁠⁠A prenatal massage is GREAT for mom and baby. It can help reduce stress and swelling without meds, help you to sleep and get your body ready for labor and delivery. \n⁠ \\nTake a bath :\n⁠\n⁠Taking a warm bath while pregnant can also help to reduce stress and lower your blood pressure. It’s a great way to relax and rest your growing body. If you’re feeling pain or swelling, it can be very beneficial to relax in a warm bath. \n⁠\\n\\nAyurveda for Pregnancy :\\n\n⁠\n⁠This week, MyYogaTeacher has a special Ayurveda event running where you’ll learn how to align with your best self through nutrition and health changes. This specific class is designed to help you have your most healthy pregnancy with nutrition guidelines for a mom and foods to help with baby's development! \\n\nYou can also choose to work 1 on 1 with an instructor of your choice through your MyYogaTeacher membership! Let us help you have your healthiest pregnancy possible! \\n\\nGet started today!\\n"},"category":[]},{"id":"cl8ka13l4ionz0ck2fe0pme7l","slug":"chronic-neck-pain-relief-yoga-poses","author":{"name":"Will","teacherMytSlug":"will-1","pictureUrl":"will.jpeg"},"title":"Are you suffering with Chronic Neck Pain? 10 yoga poses to find relief!","subTitle":null,"seoTitle":null,"seoDescription":null,"readTime":null,"excerpt":null,"tags":[],"createdAt":"2022-09-27T14:11:15.683866+00:00","coverUrl":"rbh6duxy7hy3y207sg1c.jpg","content":{"text":"Do you suffer from chronic neck pain? Nearly 30-50% of adults suffer from recurring neck pain. \\nNeck pain can be a common occurrence for people who:\\nhave long commutes or sit at a desk all day\\nwho have issues with posture \\nwho have chronic sleep issues\\nOur neck and shoulders can also be a place where we may carry tension or pain due to stress. In any case, the good news is yoga can help you to relieve your neck pain and move on symptom free! \\nDaily changes you can make to avoid neck pain\\nStay in alignment. Keep good posture and try not to carry heavy bags on one side of your body. Also, if you sit at a desk and work on a computer, move your monitor to eye-sight so you’re not looking up or down. Need help finding your center? \\nWe can help here at MyYogaTeacher! \\n\\nStay active! It’s important to stay mobilized.  If you sit all day, take breaks to move around and give your body a break from being stuck in one position. Can’t take breaks at work? Try to go for a walk on lunch or maybe before or after your workday. \\nCheck your sleep environment. Make sure your mattress and pillows are still in good shape. Look into the best pillows for your sleep type or body. Getting quality sleep will help you avoid tossing and turning and can be your remedy to wake pain free. \\nIf you’re feeling like you need to move, starting with any slower yoga practice will help! Yin, hatha and restorative classes will all leave your body feeling relaxed, renewed and free of pain. Want to flow on your own? Here are our top ten poses to try! \\n10 Yoga Poses to relieve Chronic Neck Pain :\\n1. Easy seat with ear to shoulder stretch\\nThis pose releases your neck and shoulders and helps relieve tension and stress.\\nStart by sitting with your legs crossed and a straight back. Shoulders down. Bring your ear down to your shoulder. To deepen the stretch, bring your opposite arm overhead. \\n\\n\\n\\n2. Child’s Pose\\nReleases tension in the upper body including the neck and chest.\\nBring your knees as wide as the mat and sit into your heels. You can bring your chest to the mat and extend your arms forward or come to rest on a pillow or bolster. Try to hold this pose for up to 5 breaths. \\n\\n\\n\\n3. Downward facing dog\\nHelps to relieve neck pain by strengthening the upper body and releasing the spine. \\nStart by coming onto all fours. Check your alignment- make sure your shoulders are over your wrist, and your hips over your knees. Without changing the position of your hands and feet, push up and back to bring your heels into the ground. Relax your head, neck and shoulders down. \\n\\n\\n\\n4. Bridge Pose\\nReleases chest, neck, spine and hips.\\nLay down on your mat, bring your feet as close to your glutes as possible. Bring your hands to the sides of your body palms down. Push into the feet and hands while you lift your core and back to the ceiling. Try to relax and breathe here. \\n\\n\\n\\n5. Wide Leg forward fold\\nReleases spine, neck and back. If you’re in pain perform this stretch slowly, and come up one vertebrae at a time. \\nBring your feet as wide as you can, feet facing forward. Hinge at the hips and slowly bend forward and down towards your feet. You can hang here or grab yogi toe lock around your big toe. \\n\\n\\n\\n6. Cow face pose\\nStrengthens core and spine.\\nSit up tall and stack your knees directly over one another. Reach one arm back around your waist and one arm over your shoulder with your palms reaching towards one another. If you can, clasp your hands. If not, rest them on your back, you will still benefit from the pose. \\n\\n\\n\\n7. Sphinx pose\\nThis pose will help to physically open up the shoulders and neck. Looking side to side slowly is a great addition to the pose. \\nLie on your stomach and bring your hands next to your chest facing down. On your inhale press into the ground and lift your upper body. \\n\\n\\n\\n8. Thread the Needle \\nIncreases mobility and releases tension in the upper body. \\nCome on to all fours. Check your alignment, make sure your hips are over your knees, shoulders over your wrist. Reach one arm out to the side and thread it through the opposite side under your ribs. You can stay here or open up the opposite side by reaching the hand to the back or straight up and over. Make sure to do both sides. \\n\\n\\n\\n9. Legs up the wall\\nReleases tension and stress from the upper body by reversing blood flow. \\nFind a wall near your practice space and sit next to the wall as close as possible. Lower your head, neck and shoulders onto your mat, then roll onto your back and stretch your legs up the wall. You can stay in this restorative pose for up to 10 minutes. \\n\\n\\n\\n10. Savasana\\nSavasana releases any stress, lowers heart rate and calms the body. \\nCome onto your back on your mat, and release your body down. This is known as corpse pose because it is a full and final rest at the end of our practice. Release and let go of any and all tension. \\n\\n\\n\\nClasses to help relieve neck pain \\n\\nYoga fusion for joints \\n- This class will help you roll out your joint pain and stretch your tight limbs and joints. \\n\\nYoga for Back Pain\\n - Sometimes, neck pain can be caused by tightness in the spine. Experts say yoga helps soothe muscle pains. Try this class to strengthen and lengthen your neck and back for pain relief! \\n\\nYoga for Neck and Shoulder Pain\\n - Do you sit all day at work? Struggle with your posture? This class will help relieve upper body tension. \\n\nSo if you’re ready to make your neck pain a thing of the past, join us today. Our trial includes two free weeks of group fitness classes, one on one classes and so much more! \\nGet started on your yoga journey now!\\n"},"category":["yoga_poses"]},{"id":"cl8cuq5nnh5860biyek2vhu2w","slug":"reproductive-rights-for-women-yoga-workshop","author":{"name":"Will","teacherMytSlug":"will-1","pictureUrl":"will.jpeg"},"title":"Reproductive Rights for Women Yoga Workshop - Supporting Women Through Yoga","subTitle":null,"seoTitle":null,"seoDescription":null,"readTime":null,"excerpt":null,"tags":[],"createdAt":"2022-09-22T09:28:27.679552+00:00","coverUrl":"dkjwcigamkavxe0yziwq.jpg","content":{"text":"Announcing MyYogaTeacher’s first ever Reproductive Rights for Women Yoga Workshop!\\nHere at MyYogaTeacher, we believe in the wisdom of women to make their own choices about their health. \\n\\nThat’s why we’re excited to offer the\\n Reproductive Rights for Women Yoga Workshop on October 2 from 9 AM - 11 AM PST (12 PM - 2 PM EST) for only $10!\\nIn the past, our community events have been free. So why are we charging a nominal fee for this one?\\nBecause ALL proceeds from the Reproductive Rights for Women Yoga Workshop go to support the \\nCenter for Reproductive Rights\\n charity, a nonprofit organization, the \\nonly\\n global legal advocacy organization dedicated to advancing reproductive rights.\\nIn the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe vs Wade and on the day before the new term of the Supreme Court begins, we think this workshop is a perfect way to silently protest this new ruling through self-care and donations to an organization like the Center for Reproductive Rights.\\nThis will also be a time of healing and processing with a couple of awesome expert yoga instructors!\\nHow to join the Reproductive Rights for Women Yoga Workshop\\nWhether you’re a member or not, \\nJust click this link and register \\nas you would any other group class! Simple as that.\\nIntroducing a very special guest yoga instructor coming just for this event!\n\\nMeet Harpinder Mann, RYT-500!\\n\\n\n\\nHarpinder is a yoga, meditation, mindfulness teacher, and decolonizing activist based in Los Angeles. She works with women of color who want to reclaim their power and intuition through the lens of a spiritual, joyful, and sustainable path. Her studies have spanned from reading the Japji Sahib since she was 3, to over 700 hours of yogic training within the traditions of Raja, Vinyasa, Kundalini, and Prenatal Yoga. \\nWe’re super excited to have her lead the beginning of the workshop. Afterwards, MyYogaTeacher yoga instructor, \\nTrupti Parikh\\n, will lead us in asanas, and a discussion session will follow.\\nAre you ready to experience a workshop where we solely focus on supporting and advocating for women’s health \\nwhile\\n improving our mental, emotional, and physical health?\\n\\nJoin us for the Reproductive Rights for Women Yoga Workshop!\\n\\nTogether, we make a difference."},"category":["workshops"]},{"id":"cl8a9804vy5de0biznpg4ai2t","slug":"yoga-benefits-for-runners","author":{"name":"Will","teacherMytSlug":"will-1","pictureUrl":"will.jpeg"},"title":"Yoga For Runners : Why Runners Should Incorporate Yoga Into Their Training?","subTitle":null,"seoTitle":null,"seoDescription":"Adopting an active yoga practice to complement your running routine can have tons of benefits! Read now to learn more","readTime":null,"excerpt":null,"tags":[],"createdAt":"2022-09-20T13:50:56.406936+00:00","coverUrl":"tbdacuzob0fuqml8dyjd.jpg","content":{"text":"Training for a big race? Setting some goals you want to crush before the year ends? No matter what your reasons, yoga can be a great way to cross train for running from a 5k to a marathon! Running is great for your heart and body but can also be a huge strain on the muscles. Having an active yoga practice to complement your running routine can have tons of benefits! Let’s dive into how yoga can help!\\n1. Breathing\\nProper breathing and breath stabilization are both incredibly important principles in Yoga and Running. If you can practice proper breathing while running, you can maintain speed longer because you will take long deeper breaths to match your long strides, instead of short breaths which cause instability and speed decline.\\nPracticing Pranayama for runners - \\nAdding a pranayama breath practice before a run can help you to maintain focus as well as speed. Even if running is a release for you, and feels relaxing, Using breathwork to relax and focus can help you clearly see the physical and mental road ahead. Pranayama can also help if things are going off course on your run. If you need to regain control, you can come back to your breath and refocus. With these practices together, your run really can be a religious experience, or a way to relieve stress! \\nTo start a pranayama practice, all you need to do is focus on controlling your inhale and exhale. Start by standing tall and relaxed, or sitting tall and calm if you prefer. Close your eyes and focus inward. Start by breathing in for two and out for two. As you continue to grow your practice, you can  build up to breathing in for six and out for six. You can even play with pausing for two to four breaths in between your inhale and exhale. When you finally build a practice you’re confident with, you can start to set intentions and visualize your success. With this practice, you’ll begin to see your running dreams come true!\\n\\n2. Flexibility/Strength\\nIt would be great if in life, we only ever needed to do one thing to get to our goals. But in reality,just like we can’t have cookies for every meal, cross training for runners is essential to maintaining a long term healthy routine. While you could easily just add weight training or stretching a la cart into your week, yoga gives you more by going deeper and getting into those smaller, harder to access ligaments and tendons you might otherwise miss with strength training . Adding yoga into your running routine can reduce the risk of injury and help to maintain your goals. The more flexible your muscles are, the less likely they are to tense up or be stressed during running so you can move with more confidence and ease. Not to mention, it’s always great to look forward to a nice long stretch after a run. \\n\n3. Conditioning \\nWe all know running is GREAT for your cardiovascular health, can add years on to your life and keep your heart pumping at its best! But it doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or a veteran, running can make your body sore. Yoga is great for conditioning those tired and fatigued muscles without having to “take a day off” to rest. In between your runs or on conditioning days, you can take a class focused on your back or knee health, or even a class to open tight hips after a long run. There’s nothing the magic of yoga can’t do! \\n\n4. Balance/Posture\\nEven though running is a “walk in the park” compared to ballet where balance is concerned, you still need to do your best to focus on alignment while you move.\\nYoga can improve your running form by elongating the limbs so you cover more ground in less time. You'll be PR’ing in no time! Proper alignment is also important when running because as you increase your speed, the level of impact (and injury) becomes greater. Maintaining your body's alignment during movement assures you arrive at the finish line aliment free! Love a tree pose? Want to learn to fly into a warrior? Lots of yoga poses force you to balance on one leg, which helps you to build a unilateral movement practice much like the ebbs and flows you take while running. \\n5. Stress and Mental Clarity\\nFeeling stressed before a big run? Worried about your PR? Yoga can help! Focus your breathing and set an intention. You’ve got this!\\nFocus and clarity are so important when running so you can know where you’re headed and stay on track. Add your yoga practice in before training or race days and you’ll feel your worries melt away. According to scientists at \\nHarvard,\\n adding just minutes of yoga to your week can improve your outlook, slow down the body and decrease stress. You’ll find your body will be more relaxed, focused and ready to run for those goals when you release your tension with yoga. \\nGetting started:\\nSo what do you need to get started? Simple! Yourself, a mat, some water and a quiet space are all you need! Are you ready to add yoga into your running routine? \\nGet started with a two week free trial of our classes and one on one sessions!\\n\\nLet’s figure out where your yoga practice would serve you best! \\nDoing yoga BEFORE your run will help you to warm up your muscles and ligaments. By fully warming up your body before you hit the pavement, you decrease the chances of injury, help with an easier recovery and can improve your PR as you continue to train! \\nBest Yoga Poses to practice before a run :\\nHigh Lunge - This pose stretches the legs from top of the thighs down to the ankle\\n\\nWarrior II - Helps with focus and stamina. Great before heading out!\\n\\nSide angle bend - This stretch helps to stretch the side body and release any tension in the shoulders and spine. \\n\\n⁠Prefer to do yoga after your run? That’s a great option too! Yoga is great for recovery after a run! Finishing your running routine with a yoga stretch helps you to rebalance. You can stretch muscles or limbs that became tight during your run and strengthen anything  that may have become fatigued. You can also refocus and deepen your breath to reset for the next part of your day. \\nBest Yoga Poses to practice after a run :\\nButterfly Pose - a basic hip opener to ease into your stretch\\n\\nHalf Pigeon - A great pose for multiple alignments! Working through the psoas and hip flexors. Make sure to practice on both sides.\\n\\nHappy Baby - This pose is great for finishing up your hip opener extension while giving a nice massage to the back and stretching the soles of the feet.\\n\\nWant to take a class? Try some of our favorite classes for runners!\\n\\nYoga for Strength and flexibility \\n\\n\\nYoga for Knee Pain\\n\\n\\nYoga for Back health\\n\\nReady to join us for class? \\nGet started with a free trial now! \\n\\nRemember, with a great training plan for your runs, and an ongoing yoga practice you’ll be ready to run to your greatest finish line feeling and looking your best! Just like peanut butter and jelly, yoga and running are great together!"},"category":["fitness","yoga"]},{"id":"cl81n0o6wh1g80ajz2gpco553","slug":"yoga-at-home","author":{"name":"Will","teacherMytSlug":"will-1","pictureUrl":"will.jpeg"},"title":"How to Start Doing Yoga at Home","subTitle":"Everything you need to know for an at-home yoga routine","seoTitle":null,"seoDescription":"Get a beginner’s guide to starting yoga at home with tips and suggestions for setting up your own practice, including online yoga classes and private lessons.","readTime":null,"excerpt":"Learn how to perform yoga at home with this quick and easy guide","tags":[],"createdAt":"2022-09-14T13:07:13.39269+00:00","coverUrl":"cqivxw3vkrcihpumlny7.jpg","content":{"text":"There are lots of reasons for doing yoga at home instead of a yoga studio, some of which include distance, busy schedules, kids, financial concerns, and health issues. The good news is you can set up your own yoga practice at home, and still get all the benefits of a regular yoga routine — without the studio. It can also be a great way to integrate yoga into your life on a regular basis, and it’s easy to do in your own home.\\nCan Anyone do Yoga at Home?\\nAnyone can perform yoga at home, and you don’t have to be an advanced yogi to try. Even beginners can practice yoga in a home environment, all you need is adequate floor space, a few (optional) pieces of equipment, and guidelines for practicing the primary yoga poses. \\nIf you’re a beginner, it’s recommended to first learn from a certified yoga instructor, so you can progress with the proper technique and alignment to avoid injury. Thanks to online learning platforms like\\n MyYogaTeacher\\n, you can still practice yoga at home with the help of a qualified teacher.\\n11 Tips on How to Perform Yoga At Home\\nThe idea of starting a yoga practice in your very own living room can seem daunting or intimidating at first, especially if you’re accustomed to attending classes in a yoga studio. But with a little bit of preparation and creativity, you can set up your own yoga space and develop a mindful yoga routine that can benefit your life.\\nHere are some suggestions to help get you started:\\n1. Make Space in Your Home for Yoga\\nIt’s easy (and fun) to make your own yoga space, and you can design it as a temporary space or a dedicated one, depending on your needs. All you need is enough floor space to move around and stretch out the full length of your body — a little more than the length and width of your yoga mat. This can be your living or bedroom floor, your kitchen, or your backyard. Just make sure there isn’t any furniture or objects lying around that could get in your way or cause injury.\\n2. Decorate With Calming Accessories\\nYou can also create a comfortable and inviting space for yoga by hanging calming or inspiring artwork on the wall, lighting a candle or incense, and keeping a few house plants nearby for a pleasing atmosphere. The more you can tailor and dedicate your space for yoga, the easier it will be to motivate yourself to keep up a steady routine. Hanging a mirror in front of your practice space is also helpful in maintaining the correct alignment while performing postures.\\n3. Be Prepared With the Right Equipment\\n\\nYou’ll want to invest in a yoga mat, and it’s wise to also keep modifying props on hand — like blocks, bolsters, blankets, and a strap. If you’re just starting out and you’d like to improvise for props, you can use pillows, blankets, and other items around the house to suit your needs. Just make sure your props are sturdy, supportive, and nearby for when you need them.\\n4. Practice Regularly\\nThe best part about practicing yoga at home is it can be done any time you want. The challenge lies in your dedication and commitment to the practice even when your couch appears more inviting.\\n \\nAccording to this study\\n, it can take anywhere from 18 to 254 days to create a new habit. It’s important to be patient with yourself and identify guidelines for your practice that you can realistically follow through with. \\n5. Schedule Your Yoga Session\\nSet yourself up for success by committing to your yoga practice at a certain time of day, and for a specified number of days per week. It’s best to start out easy with goals that are achievable and progress as you gain momentum. For instance, if you’ve never been an early riser, don’t expect yourself to suddenly start practicing yoga at dawn. If that’s the case, try scheduling your yoga session for late morning, afternoon or evening, and keep your existing schedule in mind when planning a time that works for you.\\n6. Keep it Simple\\nRegardless of your experience or ability level, practicing yoga at home means watching out for your own safety. Make sure you have props handy for when you need them, and avoid overdoing it with strenuous poses. When it doubt, keep your routine simple. Even if you’re an advanced yogi, those basic, primary yoga poses are still an important part of a holistic yoga practice, and may be less likely to cause injury.\\n7. Listen to Your Body\\nThe best way to avoid getting hurt while practicing yoga at home is to listen to your body. If any posture causes you discomfort or pain, stop practicing it immediately — no matter how easy or difficult the pose. Don’t push yourself too hard, and remember to focus on your alignment. If you are unsure of how to execute a specific pose, try learning it from a certified instructor before performing it on your own at home.\\n8. Take an Online Yoga Class\\n\\nBy far the best way to practice yoga at home is with an online class. This way, you get all the benefits of doing yoga at home in your own time, with the added help of an instructor who can make sure you’re performing poses safely and effectively. You can find\\n online group classes\\n for every type of yoga at\\n MyYogaTeacher\\n, with over 42 classes offered throughout the day. Private, 1-on-1 instructors are also available for at-home yoga, giving you plenty of options to get the right kind of training while still practicing in the comfort of your own home.\\n9. Squeeze in a Short Practice\\nThe beauty of an at-home yoga practice means you can squeeze in a quick session when you just have 20-30 minutes of time. Even short yoga routines are beneficial for your body and mind, and performing a few of the primary yoga poses on a daily basis will change your life for the better. Try incorporating the Sun Salutation flow series into your morning routine when you first get out of bed in the morning, or practicing some relaxing poses like Legs-Up-The-Wall or Savasana in the evening. \\n10. Switch it Up and Make it Fun\\nYoga doesn’t always have to be serious, and you can make your home yoga practice fun and spontaneous for you and your family. Practicing with your kids is a great way to help them learn mindfulness and self-awareness, while stretching and strengthening their growing bodies. You can also take your practice to the backyard to enjoy sunshine and good weather, or invite friends over to share in the experience. Don’t be afraid to think outside the box!\\n11. End Every Practice With Savasana\\nWhen practicing yoga at home, it can be tempting to skip important parts of the journey due to time constraints, distractions, or disinterest. If there is one element of yoga you should never skip, it’s Savasana, or otherwise known as Corpse pose. Always end your practice with 5 minutes of relaxation to help your body integrate the routine. Keep a blanket nearby to warm your body after it has cooled down, and consider an eye pillow to help you relax. Your body and mind will thank you as you move on to the rest of your day, having given yourself the gift of healthy movement to better your life."},"category":["yoga","therapy"]}],"randomPosts":[{"id":"ckfqxov60014x0178pen9w4xk","slug":"why-i-started-myyogateacher","author":{"name":"Jitendra","teacherMytSlug":null,"pictureUrl":"jitendra1.png"},"title":"Why we started myYogaTeacher","createdAt":"2020-01-18T00:00:00+00:00","coverUrl":"image-1_37.png","content":{"text":"\\n\\n\\nHaving started 3 companies, I believe, there are two kinds of startup ideas.\\n\\nFirst, there are ideas that make intellectual sense – I mean ideas where you can think of a need, talk to customers and imagine a way to deliver a service in an economically viable fashion to address that need.\\n\\nBut myYogaTeacher is the second kind of idea. The ideas where you personally feel the need. These are ideas where you feel a sense of \\nmission\\n and you are compelled to pursue them because you feel that the universe and your entire life has been building up for you to bring the idea to reality.\\n\\nYou see – My name – Jitendra – is derived from Sanskrit and it means “one who has control of his senses.” For the most part, I felt I lived up to this but while running my previous startup I found myself miserable and losing control.\\n\\nOn the outside, I had it all together. I owned successful companies, had tons of friends and a great family. I had everything I wanted and worked so hard for … but despite all of that, I had thoughts running like trains in my head I could not control, I was not sleeping well, not exercising enough, counting the days to my next break and feeling like there was more to life. There was something that I was missing. You know what I mean?\\n\\nI felt sad and depressed pretty much every day. My eating habits were terrible and all my efforts to improve fell flat. My mind circled in unhealthy thought patterns that I just couldn’t stop.\\n\\nI didn’t feel good in my body, I didn’t feel good in my mind, and I didn’t feel good in my life.\\n\\nNow, I’m originally from India. Of course I had heard about Yoga since I was a child. Even here in America, Yoga is a big deal. A regular \\nYoga practice\\n creates peace, drastically increases health and well-being and can even help you to lose weight.\\n\\n[CTA-DEFAULT]\\n\\nThese were all the things I desperately needed.\\n\\nBut, despite knowing all that, I didn’t want to go to a yoga studio! I was out of shape, totally inflexible and just plain self-conscious.\\n\\nMy old friend, who lived in India and practiced Yoga everyday, said the best way to learn yoga was the classic Guru–shishya relationship that has been passed down for generations. To put this in modern terms (and to pass on the outdated “guru” idea), this meant having a connection with a teacher to learn from directly. A teacher who could get to know me and my unique struggles. My friend offered to find someone for me and I agreed.\\n\\nHe delivered!!!\\n\\nHe found me Pranjal, a yoga teacher with 8 years of teaching experience and 1,600 hours of certified teacher training! Yes, you read that correctly – a whopping 1,600 hours of training.\\n\\nBut, she lived in Pune, India and I was in California! So we decided to try practicing through video calls.\\n\\nI was skeptical – Yoga is a physical thing! Was she going to see me well? Would she be able to tell how I was doing and give me the guidance I needed? I was just starting out and was going to need A LOT of help.\\n\\nBut Pranjal was amazing!\\n\\nShe helped me build the strength and \\nflexibility\\n to perform the postures really well. She guided me towards realistic goals. I could feel and notice the improvement in each session.\\n\\nThe flexibility, strength and ability to meet challenging postures in my yoga practice was spilling into my mental health as well.\\n\\nI was happier, calmer and able to make healthier decisions (and stick to them). I was losing weight and the stress from building my businesses practically vanished. I still get stressed but I don’t take it home with me.\\n\\nAfter a few months, I felt ready to go practice in a yoga studio…\\n\\nWhat. A. Disappointment!!!\\n\\nAfter all the 1-on-1 personal attention I was getting from Pranjal, it was a bitter experience to finally feel ready to practice in public. The teacher had no time to focus on me.\\n\\nYeah, she would do (MAYBE) one correction during the class. But nothing more. She didn’t KNOW my body the way Pranjal did. She didn’t help me to set goals or work toward them. She didn’t change the pace of the class when I felt ready to\\n\\nIn the group classes, I was just another one of 30 people the teacher needed to keep track of.\\n\\nAfter a few classes of that, I sprinted back to Pranjal!\\n\\nBut something was off…with all my tech skills and entrepreneurial spirit, I needed to share this with other people. I knew there were tons of people too busy to go to a studio, too shy to practice in front of others. People who need and want the 1-on-1 personal attention that will help them to progress, heal, and grow fast!\\n\\nI knew there were so many people out there ready and waiting for yoga to transform their lives.\\n\\nWith a team of amazing people, I started myYogaTeacher to improve physical and mental well being of the entire planet. To help empower you to take positive steps forward in your life. And even to heal the symptoms of pain and illness that we’ve seen yoga heal.\\n\\nSound’s big, doesn’t it?\\n\\nIt’s a bold mission, but I also know that our teachers have the power to make it a reality for every one of our students. So I brought together a team of awesome engineers to start working on myYogaTeacher.\\n\\nBut, most importantly, I hired a group of scouts in India to find the best yoga teachers in the country.\\n\\nAfter 8 months of hard work, it’s time for the big test! We launched recently and I am so excited to see this venture grow. I value all of my businesses, but helping people improve their physical and mental health through a personal connection to one of the best \\nYoga teachers\\n of the East is close to my heart.\\n\\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\\n\\nI genuinely hope you try and enjoy your time with myYogaTeacher. We would sincerely love to hear from you. Email us, call us or chat with us through the app.\\n\\nYour friends in growth, health and wellbeing!\\n"}},{"id":"ckl2l98cwbfzi0a26m5xsrs2p","slug":"yin-yoga-for-immunity","author":{"name":"Annelise","teacherMytSlug":null,"pictureUrl":null},"title":"10 Yin Yoga Poses for Immunity and Lymphatic Drainage","createdAt":"2021-02-12T17:52:26.929822+00:00","coverUrl":"140b8b24bc1a966062f51a6eece81117.jpg","content":{"text":"The immune system is a pretty cool thing. Until it isn’t.\\n\\nYour immune system can start to act up just like a toddler in a candy shop. When it does, you’re left with symptoms like joint inflammation, allergies, cold hands and feet, depression, bloating, brain fog, and chronic fatigue.\\n\\nAs if that’s not enough, a clogged immune system also presents as weight gain.\\n\\nAnd, in case you didn’t know, your lymphatic system and immune system are best friends. So when one isn’t acting right, the other probably isn’t either. \\n\\nYour lymphatic system is responsible for circulating lymph – aka the leftover fluids from nutrient delivery – back into the body. It maintains the fluid level in your body, absorbs fat from the digestive tract, removes germs and bacteria, and protects your body from foreign invaders.\\n\\nUnlike blood, which circulates by your heart pumping, lymph circulates by muscular contraction.\\n\\nIt’s vital that your lymph nodes (which filter the excess fluid) drain and circulate properly. Blocked lymph nodes contribute to immune system issues and vice versa.\\n\\nLymphatic yoga, and, in this case yin yoga, is perfect for restoring balance to your immune system and assists with lymphatic drainage.\\n\\nLet’s look at 10 yin yoga poses you can use to restore lymph node health! \\n\\nIf you’re already familiar with yin yoga and how it helps with immunity and lymphatic drainage, check out my \\nYin Yoga class on myYogaTeacher\\n for a well balanced class that ends with a Nidra meditation!\\n[CTA-LYMPHATIC]\\n1. Downward Facing Dog\\n\\nAny time your head is below your heart, lymph flows from the highest point in your body to the lowest due to gravity. When you come upright again, lymph passes through the lymph nodes and is cleansed.\\n\\nDownward facing dog allows this process to happen naturally. Resting your forehead on a block and relaxing your jaw, tongue and mouth, also allows the lymph to flow freely in your nose and throat area.\\nIf you are looking for yoga poses for post nasal drip, this one's definitely for you!\\n\\nHang out in this pose for 1-3 minutes and be sure to breathe deeply and evenly!\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n2. Legs Up A Wall\\n\\nSeems simple enough, right?\\n\\nPlace a rolled up blanket or towel underneath your hips and rest your legs a comfortable distance up against a wall. Be sure to keep your head and neck in a neutral position. If you can fit a small orange between your chin and neck, then you’re doing it right!\\n\\nYou’ll want to stay in this position for 3-5 minutes (or longer if you’re loving it) and take deep belly breaths. \\n\\nRelax and know that this pose is draining the lymph from your legs and feet and into your lymph nodes for cleansing!\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n3. Supine Reclined Twists\\n\\nWe’ve talked before about how twisting poses alleviate back and hip pain in previous posts. This lymphatic yoga pose is done slightly differently than static reclined twists. We’ve included it with \\nyin yoga\\n because it’s still important to perform this pose for 2-3 minutes.\\n\\nLying on your back, place your feet a little more than hip’s width apart. Knees facing the ceiling and feet flat on the floor. \\n\\nInhale, and as you exhale let your knees sway to the left or right like a windshield wiper. Inhale as your knees come up and exhale as you effortlessly let them fall to the other side. Go back and forth like this for 2-3 minutes.\\n\\nFeel free to gain some momentum with this pose as long as it is painless and remains effortless.\\n\\nTwisting poses stimulate the lymphatic system with gentle compression and help the connective tissue release lymph.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n4. Cat and Cow Pose\\n\\nGotta love the cat and cow pose! \\n\\nThe gentle contraction of muscles in the abdomen and stretching of the hips and spine not only provides an amazing stretch for your back muscles, but helps release the lymph from those areas.\\n\\nThe gentle head movement also helps fluid release from your neck, upper chest, and armpit areas.\\n\\nPerform cat and cow pose for 2-3 minutes.\\n\\nRemember! For cat, you’re not necessarily arching your back. You’re releasing your hips upward. The arch in your back should be minimal, gentle, and should not hurt!\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n5. Seated Neck Stretches\\n\\nNeck stretches are perfect for clearing head congestion and allowing tight muscles to relax enough that they let go of the lymph so it can flow and be cleansed!\\n\\nSitting cross legged on a block or blanket, relax your shoulders down and gently tilt your ear towards your shoulder.\\n\\nNo need to strain here! Just let your head fall and keep your chin neutral, not lifted up or down. Hold each side for 30 seconds to a minute and repeat 3 times.\\n\\nYou can also do some gentle head rolls here. \\n\\n6. Standing forward bend\\n\\nGet a full spinal stretch with this pose, from your Achilles tendons all the way to your neck. Just as importantly, you’ll be allowing lymph to circulate throughout your upper body and be cleansed when you stand up. This is also a good yoga pose for post nasal drip!\\n\\nRest your head on one or two blocks to allow your jaw, neck, tongue and face to relax.\\n\\nYou’ll want to rest in this position for 2-3 minutes and roll up slowly and gently, inch by inch.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n7. Low lunge with twist\\n\\nThere’s nothing like the sweet release that happens in your quads and hips when you do low lunge properly. It’s ahhhhhmazing! Adding a gentle twist with it creates contraction in the abdomen. \\n\\nTogether, the muscle release and compression of abdominal muscles allows lymph to release from the muscles and be pumped towards the lymph nodes.\\n\\nThere are several modifications for this pose. We have shown you one that is perfect for all body types and all skill levels.\\n\\nAnd definitely hold this pose on each side for 2-3 minutes. Feel free to put a blanket or pad under the knee area for more support!\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n8. Supported Bridge Pose\\n\\nThis one is particularly helpful if you’re feeling under the weather! \\n\\nSupported bridge pose opens up your chest for easier air movement, and using a block lengthwise under your torso allows you to relax and let gravity do all the work!\\n\\nIt also helps rejuvenate the parts of the lymphatic systems closest to your chest and helps clear up sinus drainage!\\n\\nYou’re welcome to do this pose, unsupported without the block. But either way you do it, hold this pose for 3-5 minutes for optimal effect!\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n9. Bow Pose\\n\\nSpeaking of poses for chest and airway health, bow pose is perfect if you’re having sinus issues or post nasal drip. Traditionally performed as an ab strengthening pose, bow pose also happens to help drain and bring to life the parts of the lymphatic system close to your chest.\\n\\nIt also stimulates your thymus gland, a gland in between the lungs that creates white blood cells, which are a huge part of the immune system!\\n\\nIf you’re unable to do bow pose, a modified version would be to use a strap to help you grab your feet or ankles. You can also skip grabbing your feet or ankles all together and simply reach backwards as if you were going to, but not. And then just lift your thighs up off the ground or mat.\\n\\nHold post for 10 seconds and repeat for 1 minute.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n10. Child’s Pose\\n\\nChild’s pose is just the pose to round out any practice. That’s why we incorporate it into our \\nMyYogaTeacher classes\\n and our blog posts!\\n\\nThis pose stretches all the right places, releases all the right places, and the compression of your stomach promotes lymphatic circulation. Also, gentle rocking of your forehead on the floor during this pose will definitely help alleviate sinus drainage.\\n\\nPlus, it’s easy! No modifications needed, but if you want to rest a block under your forehead for comfort, you can!\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\nThere you go! These are 10 really good yoga poses for lymphatic drainage. Also, \\nyin yoga\\n is particularly good for cold and flu season (or pandemics). If you’re needing more yin yoga to boost your immune system and get your lymphatic system in check, click this link to check out my \\nYin Yoga Class on myYogaTeacher!\\n\\n\\nNot a member? That’s ok. \\nMyYogaTeacher offers a two week free trial when you sign up\\n!\\n\\nIn the meantime, drink plenty of water, get outside in nature, and when you’re ready, I’ll see you on the mat!\\n\\n[CTA-1]\\n"}},{"id":"ckpjwhxjk4kvm0c34qj2mmr2f","slug":"yoga-for-back-pain","author":{"name":"Neha","teacherMytSlug":null,"pictureUrl":null},"title":"Do This, Not That: 10 Yoga Poses to Avoid if You Have Back Pain","createdAt":"2021-06-05T15:18:02.896501+00:00","coverUrl":"qmm5qvng3vjs5rggukli.jpg","content":{"text":"A regular yoga routine helps prevent, and even cure, back pain. But only if the routine is full of all the right poses.\\n\\nIf you have a back injury or have had one in the past, some yoga poses cause stress and irritation to the discs and muscles in your back. And yoga is supposed to help, not hurt your body!\\n\\nThis is why, here at myYogaTeacher, we encourage you to do your research before investing in a group yoga class or a private yoga instructor.\\n\\nAn inexperienced yoga instructor may give you the wrong advice or take you through a flow that makes back pain worse.\\n\\nIf you haven’t checked out myYogaTeacher yet, you should! \\nGrab your 2-week free trial here.\\n You’ll have access to tons of online yoga classes, including mine, \\nYoga for Back Pain. \\nI wanted to make sure you have access to high quality yoga instruction for back pain and back issues.\\n\\nJust in case you wonder which asanas are prohibited for back pain patients, though, here are 10 poses you should avoid if you have back pain.\\n\\n1. Bow Pose (Floor)\\n\\nWhen done right, bow pose is an excellent way to work your glutes, stretch your shoulders, chest, and thighs and open your heart. But this pose is too intense for people with sensitive backs or back issues.\\n\\nPlus, it’s too easy to overstretch your back to deepen the pose instead of using your glutes and thighs.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n2. Camel Pose\\n\\nHonestly, any variation of camel pose can be hard on your neck, shoulders, and sacrum. I encourage you to avoid even the easiest variations of this pose if you have any back or neck issues.\\n\\nIf you choose to do any of the modifications for this pose, though, be sure to squeeze your glutes and thighs to help support your lower back and spine.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n3. Upward Facing Dog\\n\\nThis is such a beautiful and beneficial pose, that I hate to tell you not to do it. \\n\\nWith the appropriate guidance and instruction, upward facing dog strengthens your glutes and thighs, stretches and lengthens your core, and tones your upper back.\\n\\nHowever, it’s easy to do this pose wrong, particularly when it’s part of a vinyasa flow so it’s best to avoid it if you’re having any back pain or have known back issues.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n4. Crescent Lunge Twist\\n\\nI usually encourage spinal twists to ease lower back pain due to menstrual cramps, sore muscles, or to safely increase one’s range of motion. However, if you have bulging or herniated discs, this – and almost any other twisting pose – is dangerous.\\n\\nYogis tend to muscle their way into balancing poses such as this one instead of allowing their body to naturally move and stretch to its furthest extent. Muscling your way into any pose is bad and can create even more problems, which is what practicing yoga is supposed to prevent!\\n\\n\\n5. Boat Pose\\n\\nAny pose where you’re balancing on your glutes will put at least some pressure on your sacrum and lower spine. Boat pose is no different.\\n\\nAlso, if you don’t have a strong core, you’ll have a tendency to slouch instead of maintaining good posture. This puts even more strain on your lower back region. This pose can be modified by putting your toes or even both your feet flat on the ground.\\nOr just skip it all together if you’re having back problems.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n6. Bridge and Full Wheel\\n\\nBridge is often a precursor to doing Full Wheel. Either way, both poses put pressure on the spine and neck. Full Wheel is an advanced pose and requires more extension of the back and more strength in the legs, glutes, and arms.\\nBridge can be done safely with back issues, but it doesn’t alleviate back pain. So it’s best to avoid this one as well if you have back pain of any kind.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n7. Fish Pose\\n\\nAhhhh. The beloved Fish pose! \\n\\nThis pose is awesome if you have mild back pain due to menstrual cramps or overworked muscles. It’s a really nice\\n restorative\\n pose and provides a good upper back stretch.\\n\\nHowever, for more serious back issues, you may want to stick to savasana. Fish pose is still a backbend and provides very little support for your hips and sacrum.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n8. Shoulder Stand\\n\\nIt may be obvious to you that shoulder stand is a no when you have back issues, but it’s actually a counter pose to many of the poses I’ve listed here.\\n\\nShoulder stand can put a lot of undue stress on the cervical spine, which affects the lower spine. This is not the pose for yogis with back issues, weak core muscles, or tight shoulders.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n9. Dancer’s Pose\\n\\nAny version of \\ndancer’s pose\\n is an intense back stretch. It is basically a standing backbend. It’s not entirely off limits if you have mild back pain, but if you feel any pinching at all, stop immediately.\\n\\nIf you do choose to proceed with this pose, be sure to lift from your thighs and glutes, not by pulling more on your foot. You can also use a strap to ease the tension of this pose.\\n\\nOr skip it all together if you have any sort of back injury.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n10. Big Toe Pose\\n\\nIf you’ve performed big toe pose before, you’ll understand why I say this is not the pose to do if you have any kind of back problem or pain.\\n\\nThis pose compresses your side body and can cause your pelvis to tilt backwards, both of which puts a lot of strain and pressure on your lumbar spine. Even doing a modified version of this pose isn’t good for lower back issues.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\nIf you suffer with a back injury or other back issue that continues to cause pain and discomfort, I encourage you to seek out a professional yoga instructor who can help you address those issues in a way that is helpful, not harmful.\\n\\nNot sure where to start? Please, \\ncome see me in my Yoga for Back Pain class!\\n We have students in there who are all ages, from all walks of life, who have had back issues that are now a distant memory! \\nIf you’re not a member of myYogaTeacher yet, go ahead and grab your free 2-week trial here!\\n You’ll not only get access to my class but 35+ other group classes every day!\\n\\nWe’re here to help you live your best, fullest, most harmonious life!\\n\\nNamaste!\\n\\n"}}],"relatedPosts":[{"id":"cl7j9tdhd5fwx0ak7iw7szivc","slug":"what-is-ayurveda-yoga","author":{"name":"Shelly","teacherMytSlug":"shelly-1","pictureUrl":"shelly.jpg"},"title":"What is Ayurveda? How can Ayurveda enhance your Yoga practice ?","createdAt":"2022-09-01T16:37:46.744669+00:00","coverUrl":"lyb6uylxsv5tlqxhezb6.jpg","content":{"text":"What is Ayurveda?\\nIn Sanskrit, Ayurveda means “science of life”\\nAyurveda is one of the oldest known medical practices with roots based in India. It’s an alternative type of medicine that believes in using herbs and lifestyle changes for a healthier and more well balanced life. Ayurveda can truly add years to your life even when you’re suffering from major illnesses like cancer or diabetes. Unlike western medicine that loops us all in together, the practice looks at each person separately & helps to find what your body needs to aid in wellness. For example, an Ayurveda practice can ward off the effects of chemo for someone going through cancer treatments. \\nAyurveda is heavily practiced in India and Nepal, where around 80% of the population report using it. It has survived thousands of years and political values and is currently making its way into western medical practices. \\n\\nWhy should you practice Ayurveda?\\nAyurveda is completely individualized. It believes each person is born with their own health constitution.\\nAyurveda can improve the quality of your daily and overall  life. Just like yoga, Ayurveda is practical for your daily routine because it starts with the routines of your everyday health like a balanced diet, sleep patterns, setting a routine and getting in your vitamins. If you become sick, it targets the root of the issue, not the symptoms. So you can become rebalanced more effectively. \\nAccording to \\nJohn Hopkins\\n, Ayurveda is important because:  “Ayurveda translates to knowledge of life. Based on the idea that disease is due to an imbalance or stress in a person's consciousness, Ayurveda encourages certain lifestyle interventions and natural therapies to regain a balance between the body, mind, spirit, and the environment.”\\n\\nSo how does Ayurveda connect to Yoga?\\nIt is often said that “Ayurveda is considered yoga’s sister science”  Like yoga, Ayurveda uses the same style practices like postures, breathing, mantras and meditation. While some people use yoga to treat physical ailments or mental fatigue, Ayurveda also uses herbal formulas and oils.  Also, just as there are 8 limbs of yoga, there are 8 branches of Ayurveda. The practices are like paternal twins!\\nIn Ayurveda, it is believed that each body has a constitution that falls under three main dosha types. Your constitution will help you discover more about yourself as well as the best kind of yoga for your body and mental health. \\nThe Type of practice that balances each Dosha are as follows: \\nVata - Calming and grounded. Try a \\nrestorative\\n or \\ngentle\\n class. \\nKapa - Stimulating and warm. Try a \\nvinyasa\\n class. \\nPitta - Assertive and intense. Try a \\npower\\n class or \\nashtanga\\n class. \\nWant to know yours? \\nTake this quiz!\\n\n⁠Once you know your dosha, you can find the best asanas for your practice! \\nHow can Ayurveda enhance your Yoga practice\\nYoga and Ayurveda practices are intertwined like tree branches. Quite frankly, connecting the two will create ultimate peace in your life and body.\\nIn the words of Dr. David Frawley, esteemed scholar of Ayurveda, Yoga and Vedanta and director of the American Institute of Vedic Studies:\\n“Using Ayurveda along with Yoga helps us gain complete harmony and balance in body and mind so that we can discover our true self that is one with all. All Yoga teachers should learn the fundamentals of Ayurveda and all Yoga students should seek Ayurvedic guidance to enhance their Yoga practice.” For yoga teachers or those who practice often, it tends to be a lot on our bodies. An Ayurveda practice can help with muscle fatigue, burn out, dehydration and sleep issues.\\nBe Intentional about your “self care”\\nWe can be so focused on the culture of “self care” in our modern lives. We think an expensive coffee or a trip to the salon is what we need for “self care” but if you can be as intentional about your self care practice as you are about your yoga practice, thata Ayurveda. It can be as simple as realizing your body is tired and getting a massage or drinking more water to keep yourself hydrated on a long day. Tuning in to what you need, just like when you set an intention in yoga will help you to achieve a more balanced, happy and healthier life. \\n\\nWhat Yoga Classes pair best with an Ayurveda practice?\\n\\nPranayama and Meditation \\n\\nA pranayama class is great to pair with Ayurveda because pranayama is the science of “self healing” through the breath. It’s an essential part of both a yoga practice and an Ayurveda routine because it promotes physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. \\n\\nAshtanga Yoga\\n\\nAshtanga is a great choice because it forces the yogi to focus on your nervous system. It makes you check in & notice how your body feels and what may be imbalanced. When you discover what’s bothering you, you can apply Ayurvedic techniques to the aliment. \\n\\nKundalini Yoga\\n \\nNo matter what your dosha, kundalini fits all Aryuvedic constitutions. This practice will help you be intentional, set a mantra and meditate. \\n\\nHatha Yoga \\n \\nHatha is actually considered one of the “ Ayurvedic healing modalities. The asanas help all dosha’s to properly align both physically and mentally. \\nNeed help getting started? We’ve got you covered!\\n\\nHere, read about the diet and how to start eating for optimal health.\\n\\nWant to speak with a professional to see if Ayurveda is right for you? \\nContact our staff practitioner! \\n\\nThere’s no time like now to align your practices! If you’re interested in starting an Ayurvedic practice to pair with your yoga practice, all you need to do is look within. Be intentional and listen to your body! It’s had the answers all along! "}}],"blogContent":{"id":"ckuk2cit4qtvg0b809xa4kr39","slug":"the-ayurvedic-diet","author":{"name":"Hema","teacherMytSlug":null,"pictureUrl":null},"title":"The Ayurvedic Diet: Why There is No Such Thing as a Bad Food","createdAt":"2021-10-09T17:20:19.353219+00:00","updatedAt":"2022-08-01T06:38:29.084854+00:00","coverUrl":"pvpoevkzziolcsp1ajuh.jpg","seoDescription":"What is the Ayurvedic Diet anyway? And what you need to know about it. Learn about how eating an Ayurvedic Diet benefits you now and in the long term!","content":{"text":"Ayurvedic medicine has existed for literally thousands of years. If you’re not familiar with it, Ayurveda medicine is a whole-body, holistic practice that encourages a balance between body and mind. \\nAyurveda uses diet, yogic breathing, and herbal treatments to accomplish a healthy, balanced body. This Hindu-derived practice enforces the idea that all diseases are caused by an imbalance in the physical body and stress in a person’s consciousness.\\nThe Ayurvedic diet promotes better physical, mental, and spiritual health. And unlike many other diets, the Ayurvedic diet gives personalized recommendations on what the best foods are to eat for your body type.\\nThat’s not to say there are any \\nbad\\n foods. It just means there are some foods that meet your body’s needs better than others!\\nAnd we’re going to talk about it all here!\\nIf you read this and want more guidance or information on how to integrate Ayurvedic medicine and eating into your life, check out my class on MyYogaTeacher, \\nAyurvedic Concept of Diet\\n! We’d love to have you, and I’m happy to answer any questions you may have about this lifestyle.\\nNot a member of MyYogaTeacher yet? \\nGet your free 2-week trial here and check it out!\\n No credit card required and you get access to all 35+ group classes taught by expert teachers from India.\\nWhat is the Ayurvedic diet?\\nThe basis for Ayurvedic medicine is that there are five elements that make up the universe — air, water, space, fire, and earth.\\nThese elements create different forms of energy called doshas, and each dosha has its own unique responsibilities within the body. There are three of them:\\nVata\\n - Also known as “king of the doshas,” Vata is responsible for all movement processes at a microcellular and macroscopic level. It’s also responsible for circulation, respiration and the nervous system. Vata combines the space and air elements.\\nPitta\\n - This dosha is in charge of digestion and metabolism in the body. It is located in the small intestines, stomach, liver, spleen, and pancreas. Pitta is responsible for all the processes that involve conversion and transformation throughout the mind and body.\\nKapha\\n - Water energy. Kapha aids in lubricating the joints and provides the body with its physical form. Kapha also helps the tissues in the body move smoothly.\\nThe Ayurvedic diet is a component of Ayurvedic medicine that teaches you to eat the foods that promote balance between all of your doshas.\\nIn doing so, you not only eat the foods that are best for your body specifically, but you also create and maintain a healthier mind, body and spirit.\\nHow the Ayurvedic diet works\\nWhile some may feel like eating according to Ayurvedic diet guidelines seems somewhat restrictive, the opposite is really true. \\nNo food is a bad food.\\nBut some foods are better for you than others and are perfect for your dosha, or body type.\\nHere are some of the main characteristics of each dosha so you can get an idea of which one matches you the best!\\n\\nPitta Dosha (Fire energy)\\n\\nMedium height\\nSlender frame\\nGood metabolism\\nCompetitive\\nGood leadership skills\\nVery intelligent\\nShort temper\\nMay suffer from indigestion\\nMay have high blood pressure\\nGoverned by emotions\\n\\n\\nVata Dosha (Wind energy)\\n\\nCreative\\nEnergetic\\nLively\\nThin, light frame\\nProminent joints/bones\\nFlat-chested\\nLittle/no willpower\\nNervous\\nFearful\\nShort term memory issues\\nKapha Dosha (Water Energy)\\n\\nEasy-going/relaxed\\nTolerant, compassionate\\nLoyal\\nHave weight issues\\nLarger frame\\nProne to diabetes\\nForgiving\\nPeaceful\\nGood stamina\\nGenerally happy\\n\nYour dosha determines which foods you should eat to promote inner balance. For instance, here are some Ayurvedic diet food recommendations to go with your dosha:\\n> \\nPitta:\\n Wheat, white rice, oats, barley. Fruits like grapes, mango, pineapple, oranges, melon, coconut, avocado, and plums help balance the Pitta dosha. Stay away from sour foods, salty, or pungent foods like garlic and onions.\\n> \\nVata\\n: Hot stews and soups are great for balancing the Vata dosha. Also, eating moist foods like yogurt, melon, berries, zucchini, squash. Seeds and nuts, ghee, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon are also great!\\n> \\nKapha\\n: Spicy, acidic, filling foods and most fruits and vegetables are good for keeping Kapha bodies in balance. Also unprocessed meats, grains, eggs, and low fat cheeses. Kaphas should avoid heavy foods like oils, fats, nuts, and seeds.\\nI really want to stress that this way of eating is not about restriction. It’s about eating for your body type!\\nWhich means there are tons of options and opportunities for you to eat and be full. We’re not about being hungry here at MYT!\\nBenefits of eating an Ayurvedic diet\\nBesides helping you feel and be your healthiest, most amazing self, there are lots of science-backed benefits of participating in an Ayurvedic eating plan or adopting the entire Ayurvedic holistic wellness lifestyle.\\nAyurvedic eating prevents disease\\nBecause the Ayurvedic lifestyle promotes the consumption of whole foods and the reduction or complete elimination of processed foods, there is a huge component of eating in this way that addresses disease prevention.\\nStudies show that eating processed foods and foods high in refined sugar or high levels of salt are associated with inflammation, chronic and acute diseases, higher risk for cancer, and even death.\\nEating whole foods high in fiber, vitamins and minerals can prevent and, in some cases, even reverse disease.\\nAyurvedic eating promotes weight loss\\nSeeing as the Ayurvedic diet focuses on nutrient-rich foods, studies show that eating for your dosha (particularly pitta or kapha) assists with weight loss. 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Your gut biome is the primary location for healthy bacteria, immune function and even the primary source of the feel good chemicals that our body and brains crave!\\nBecause an Ayurvedic diet improves your gut health, you also get:\\nImproved digestion\\nBetter metabolic processes\\nEnhanced detoxification\\nImproved fertility and sexual health\\nAll while still eating foods you love! \\nWhile the Ayurvedic diet is customized for each dosha, this doesn’t mean you will never eat some of the foods that may be listed for you to avoid. It simply means you may want to limit those foods and eat more of the foods that help harmonize your body, mind, and spirit!\\nThe goal of my class, \\nAyurvedic Concept of Diet\\n, is to help you discover the right combination of foods to eat for your body. You’ll learn all about Ahara, the best way to prepare and serve certain dishes, and the proper time to eat various foods. I invite you to join us on this Ayurvedic eating journey!\\nMyYogaTeacher is a great platform to learn about many different forms of yoga. There are many expert and highly experienced yoga instructors from the birthplace of yoga, India, who really care about their students’ health and well-being! Whether you’re brand new to yoga or consider yourself an advanced yogi, there’s a class that’s a perfect fit for you! \\nGet your 2-week free trial here and try it out!\\n\\nNamaste.\\n","html":"<p>Ayurvedic medicine has existed for literally thousands of years. If you’re not familiar with it, Ayurveda medicine is a whole-body, holistic practice that encourages a balance between body and mind. </p><p>Ayurveda uses diet, yogic breathing, and herbal treatments to accomplish a healthy, balanced body. This Hindu-derived practice enforces the idea that all diseases are caused by an imbalance in the physical body and stress in a person’s consciousness.</p><p>The Ayurvedic diet promotes better physical, mental, and spiritual health. And unlike many other diets, the Ayurvedic diet gives personalized recommendations on what the best foods are to eat for your body type.</p><p>That’s not to say there are any <em>bad</em> foods. It just means there are some foods that meet your body’s needs better than others!</p><p>And we’re going to talk about it all here!</p><p>If you read this and want more guidance or information on how to integrate Ayurvedic medicine and eating into your life, check out my class on MyYogaTeacher, <a title=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/group_classes/community_class_Ayurvedic-Concept-Of-Diet_Mamta-Singh_935\" href=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/group_classes/community_class_Ayurvedic-Concept-Of-Diet_Mamta-Singh_935\"><u>Ayurvedic Concept of Diet</u></a>! We’d love to have you, and I’m happy to answer any questions you may have about this lifestyle.</p><p>Not a member of MyYogaTeacher yet? <a title=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/dashboard\" href=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/dashboard\"><u>Get your free 2-week trial here and check it out!</u></a> No credit card required and you get access to all 35+ group classes taught by expert teachers from India.</p><h2>What is the Ayurvedic diet?</h2><p>The basis for Ayurvedic medicine is that there are five elements that make up the universe — air, water, space, fire, and earth.</p><p>These elements create different forms of energy called doshas, and each dosha has its own unique responsibilities within the body. There are three of them:</p><ol><li><div><strong>Vata</strong> - Also known as “king of the doshas,” Vata is responsible for all movement processes at a microcellular and macroscopic level. It’s also responsible for circulation, respiration and the nervous system. Vata combines the space and air elements.</div></li><li><div><strong>Pitta</strong> - This dosha is in charge of digestion and metabolism in the body. It is located in the small intestines, stomach, liver, spleen, and pancreas. Pitta is responsible for all the processes that involve conversion and transformation throughout the mind and body.</div></li><li><div><strong>Kapha</strong> - Water energy. Kapha aids in lubricating the joints and provides the body with its physical form. Kapha also helps the tissues in the body move smoothly.</div></li></ol><p>The Ayurvedic diet is a component of Ayurvedic medicine that teaches you to eat the foods that promote balance between all of your doshas.</p><p>In doing so, you not only eat the foods that are best for your body specifically, but you also create and maintain a healthier mind, body and spirit.</p><h3>How the Ayurvedic diet works</h3><p>While some may feel like eating according to Ayurvedic diet guidelines seems somewhat restrictive, the opposite is really true. </p><p>No food is a bad food.</p><p>But some foods are better for you than others and are perfect for your dosha, or body type.</p><p>Here are some of the main characteristics of each dosha so you can get an idea of which one matches you the best!</p><p></p><table><tbody><tr><td><h5>Pitta Dosha (Fire energy)</h5><p></p><p>Medium height</p><p>Slender frame</p><p>Good metabolism</p><p>Competitive</p><p>Good leadership skills</p><p>Very intelligent</p><p>Short temper</p><p>May suffer from indigestion</p><p>May have high blood pressure</p><p>Governed by emotions</p><p></p><p></p></td><td><h5>Vata Dosha (Wind energy)</h5><p></p><p>Creative</p><p>Energetic</p><p>Lively</p><p>Thin, light frame</p><p>Prominent joints/bones</p><p>Flat-chested</p><p>Little/no willpower</p><p>Nervous</p><p>Fearful</p><p>Short term memory issues</p></td><td><h5>Kapha Dosha (Water Energy)</h5><p></p><p>Easy-going/relaxed</p><p>Tolerant, compassionate</p><p>Loyal</p><p>Have weight issues</p><p>Larger frame</p><p>Prone to diabetes</p><p>Forgiving</p><p>Peaceful</p><p>Good stamina</p><p>Generally happy</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br>Your dosha determines which foods you should eat to promote inner balance. For instance, here are some Ayurvedic diet food recommendations to go with your dosha:</p><p>&gt; <strong>Pitta:</strong> Wheat, white rice, oats, barley. Fruits like grapes, mango, pineapple, oranges, melon, coconut, avocado, and plums help balance the Pitta dosha. Stay away from sour foods, salty, or pungent foods like garlic and onions.</p><p>&gt; <strong>Vata</strong>: Hot stews and soups are great for balancing the Vata dosha. Also, eating moist foods like yogurt, melon, berries, zucchini, squash. Seeds and nuts, ghee, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon are also great!</p><p>&gt; <strong>Kapha</strong>: Spicy, acidic, filling foods and most fruits and vegetables are good for keeping Kapha bodies in balance. Also unprocessed meats, grains, eggs, and low fat cheeses. Kaphas should avoid heavy foods like oils, fats, nuts, and seeds.</p><p>I really want to stress that this way of eating is not about restriction. It’s about eating for your body type!</p><p>Which means there are tons of options and opportunities for you to eat and be full. We’re not about being hungry here at MYT!</p><h2>Benefits of eating an Ayurvedic diet</h2><p>Besides helping you feel and be your healthiest, most amazing self, there are lots of science-backed benefits of participating in an Ayurvedic eating plan or adopting the entire Ayurvedic holistic wellness lifestyle.</p><h3>Ayurvedic eating prevents disease</h3><p>Because the Ayurvedic lifestyle promotes the consumption of whole foods and the reduction or complete elimination of processed foods, there is a huge component of eating in this way that addresses disease prevention.</p><p>Studies show that eating processed foods and foods high in refined sugar or high levels of salt are associated with inflammation, chronic and acute diseases, higher risk for cancer, and even death.</p><p>Eating whole foods high in fiber, vitamins and minerals can prevent and, in some cases, even reverse disease.</p><h3>Ayurvedic eating promotes weight loss</h3><p>Seeing as the Ayurvedic diet focuses on nutrient-rich foods, studies show that eating for your dosha (particularly pitta or kapha) assists with weight loss. It can also help stave off cravings and prevent overeating.</p><p>Mindful eating is a huge part of Ayurvedic medicine. This means people who adopt this lifestyle eat more conscientiously and become more aware of their body’s needs. Mindful eating helps people with issues like emotional or stress eating.</p><p>Another benefit to mindful eating is enhanced self-control and the development of a healthier relationship with food.</p><h3>The gut biome and Ayurvedic diet</h3><p>We’ve discussed some of the health benefits of Ayurvedic eating, but I would be doing you a disservice if I didn’t talk about how this lifestyle affects your gut!</p><p>If you don’t know how your gut biome affects your mental, physical, and even emotional health, join my class and let’s talk about it! Your gut biome is the primary location for healthy bacteria, immune function and even the primary source of the feel good chemicals that our body and brains crave!</p><p>Because an Ayurvedic diet improves your gut health, you also get:</p><ul><li><div>Improved digestion</div></li></ul><ul><li><div><p>Better metabolic processes</p></div></li><li><div><p>Enhanced detoxification</p></div></li><li><div><p>Improved fertility and sexual health</p></div></li></ul><p>All while still eating foods you love! </p><p>While the Ayurvedic diet is customized for each dosha, this doesn’t mean you will never eat some of the foods that may be listed for you to avoid. It simply means you may want to limit those foods and eat more of the foods that help harmonize your body, mind, and spirit!</p><p>The goal of my class, <a title=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/group_classes/community_class_Ayurvedic-Concept-Of-Diet_Mamta-Singh_935\" href=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/group_classes/community_class_Ayurvedic-Concept-Of-Diet_Mamta-Singh_935\"><u>Ayurvedic Concept of Diet</u></a>, is to help you discover the right combination of foods to eat for your body. You’ll learn all about Ahara, the best way to prepare and serve certain dishes, and the proper time to eat various foods. I invite you to join us on this Ayurvedic eating journey!</p><p>MyYogaTeacher is a great platform to learn about many different forms of yoga. There are many expert and highly experienced yoga instructors from the birthplace of yoga, India, who really care about their students’ health and well-being! Whether you’re brand new to yoga or consider yourself an advanced yogi, there’s a class that’s a perfect fit for you! <a title=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/dashboard\" href=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/dashboard\"><u>Get your 2-week free trial here and try it out!</u></a></p><p>Namaste.</p><p></p>"},"category":["fitness","weight_loss"],"utmCampaign":null,"utmMedium":null,"utmContent":null,"utmSource":null,"utmTerm":null,"utmSearchString":null,"imageHyperlink":[]},"loading":false,"blog_content":[{"type":"HTML","value":"<p>Ayurvedic medicine has existed for literally thousands of years. If you’re not familiar with it, Ayurveda medicine is a whole-body, holistic practice that encourages a balance between body and mind. </p><p>Ayurveda uses diet, yogic breathing, and herbal treatments to accomplish a healthy, balanced body. This Hindu-derived practice enforces the idea that all diseases are caused by an imbalance in the physical body and stress in a person’s consciousness.</p><p>The Ayurvedic diet promotes better physical, mental, and spiritual health. And unlike many other diets, the Ayurvedic diet gives personalized recommendations on what the best foods are to eat for your body type.</p><p>That’s not to say there are any <em>bad</em> foods. It just means there are some foods that meet your body’s needs better than others!</p><p>And we’re going to talk about it all here!</p><p>If you read this and want more guidance or information on how to integrate Ayurvedic medicine and eating into your life, check out my class on MyYogaTeacher, <a title=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/group_classes/community_class_Ayurvedic-Concept-Of-Diet_Mamta-Singh_935\" href=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/group_classes/community_class_Ayurvedic-Concept-Of-Diet_Mamta-Singh_935\"><u>Ayurvedic Concept of Diet</u></a>! We’d love to have you, and I’m happy to answer any questions you may have about this lifestyle.</p><p>Not a member of MyYogaTeacher yet? <a title=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/dashboard\" href=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/dashboard\"><u>Get your free 2-week trial here and check it out!</u></a> No credit card required and you get access to all 35+ group classes taught by expert teachers from India.</p><h2>What is the Ayurvedic diet?</h2><p>The basis for Ayurvedic medicine is that there are five elements that make up the universe — air, water, space, fire, and earth.</p><p>These elements create different forms of energy called doshas, and each dosha has its own unique responsibilities within the body. There are three of them:</p><ol><li><div><strong>Vata</strong> - Also known as “king of the doshas,” Vata is responsible for all movement processes at a microcellular and macroscopic level. It’s also responsible for circulation, respiration and the nervous system. Vata combines the space and air elements.</div></li><li><div><strong>Pitta</strong> - This dosha is in charge of digestion and metabolism in the body. It is located in the small intestines, stomach, liver, spleen, and pancreas. Pitta is responsible for all the processes that involve conversion and transformation throughout the mind and body.</div></li><li><div><strong>Kapha</strong> - Water energy. Kapha aids in lubricating the joints and provides the body with its physical form. Kapha also helps the tissues in the body move smoothly.</div></li></ol><p>The Ayurvedic diet is a component of Ayurvedic medicine that teaches you to eat the foods that promote balance between all of your doshas.</p><p>In doing so, you not only eat the foods that are best for your body specifically, but you also create and maintain a healthier mind, body and spirit.</p><h3>How the Ayurvedic diet works</h3><p>While some may feel like eating according to Ayurvedic diet guidelines seems somewhat restrictive, the opposite is really true. </p><p>No food is a bad food.</p><p>But some foods are better for you than others and are perfect for your dosha, or body type.</p><p>Here are some of the main characteristics of each dosha so you can get an idea of which one matches you the best!</p><p></p><table><tbody><tr><td><h5>Pitta Dosha (Fire energy)</h5><p></p><p>Medium height</p><p>Slender frame</p><p>Good metabolism</p><p>Competitive</p><p>Good leadership skills</p><p>Very intelligent</p><p>Short temper</p><p>May suffer from indigestion</p><p>May have high blood pressure</p><p>Governed by emotions</p><p></p><p></p></td><td><h5>Vata Dosha (Wind energy)</h5><p></p><p>Creative</p><p>Energetic</p><p>Lively</p><p>Thin, light frame</p><p>Prominent joints/bones</p><p>Flat-chested</p><p>Little/no willpower</p><p>Nervous</p><p>Fearful</p><p>Short term memory issues</p></td><td><h5>Kapha Dosha (Water Energy)</h5><p></p><p>Easy-going/relaxed</p><p>Tolerant, compassionate</p><p>Loyal</p><p>Have weight issues</p><p>Larger frame</p><p>Prone to diabetes</p><p>Forgiving</p><p>Peaceful</p><p>Good stamina</p><p>Generally happy</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br>Your dosha determines which foods you should eat to promote inner balance. For instance, here are some Ayurvedic diet food recommendations to go with your dosha:</p><p>&gt; <strong>Pitta:</strong> Wheat, white rice, oats, barley. Fruits like grapes, mango, pineapple, oranges, melon, coconut, avocado, and plums help balance the Pitta dosha. Stay away from sour foods, salty, or pungent foods like garlic and onions.</p><p>&gt; <strong>Vata</strong>: Hot stews and soups are great for balancing the Vata dosha. Also, eating moist foods like yogurt, melon, berries, zucchini, squash. Seeds and nuts, ghee, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon are also great!</p><p>&gt; <strong>Kapha</strong>: Spicy, acidic, filling foods and most fruits and vegetables are good for keeping Kapha bodies in balance. Also unprocessed meats, grains, eggs, and low fat cheeses. Kaphas should avoid heavy foods like oils, fats, nuts, and seeds.</p><p>I really want to stress that this way of eating is not about restriction. It’s about eating for your body type!</p><p>Which means there are tons of options and opportunities for you to eat and be full. We’re not about being hungry here at MYT!</p><h2>Benefits of eating an Ayurvedic diet</h2><p>Besides helping you feel and be your healthiest, most amazing self, there are lots of science-backed benefits of participating in an Ayurvedic eating plan or adopting the entire Ayurvedic holistic wellness lifestyle.</p><h3>Ayurvedic eating prevents disease</h3><p>Because the Ayurvedic lifestyle promotes the consumption of whole foods and the reduction or complete elimination of processed foods, there is a huge component of eating in this way that addresses disease prevention.</p><p>Studies show that eating processed foods and foods high in refined sugar or high levels of salt are associated with inflammation, chronic and acute diseases, higher risk for cancer, and even death.</p><p>Eating whole foods high in fiber, vitamins and minerals can prevent and, in some cases, even reverse disease.</p><h3>Ayurvedic eating promotes weight loss</h3><p>Seeing as the Ayurvedic diet focuses on nutrient-rich foods, studies show that eating for your dosha (particularly pitta or kapha) assists with weight loss. It can also help stave off cravings and prevent overeating.</p><p>Mindful eating is a huge part of Ayurvedic medicine. This means people who adopt this lifestyle eat more conscientiously and become more aware of their body’s needs. Mindful eating helps people with issues like emotional or stress eating.</p><p>Another benefit to mindful eating is enhanced self-control and the development of a healthier relationship with food.</p><h3>The gut biome and Ayurvedic diet</h3><p>We’ve discussed some of the health benefits of Ayurvedic eating, but I would be doing you a disservice if I didn’t talk about how this lifestyle affects your gut!</p><p>If you don’t know how your gut biome affects your mental, physical, and even emotional health, join my class and let’s talk about it! Your gut biome is the primary location for healthy bacteria, immune function and even the primary source of the feel good chemicals that our body and brains crave!</p><p>Because an Ayurvedic diet improves your gut health, you also get:</p><ul><li><div>Improved digestion</div></li></ul><ul><li><div><p>Better metabolic processes</p></div></li><li><div><p>Enhanced detoxification</p></div></li><li><div><p>Improved fertility and sexual health</p></div></li></ul><p>All while still eating foods you love! </p><p>While the Ayurvedic diet is customized for each dosha, this doesn’t mean you will never eat some of the foods that may be listed for you to avoid. It simply means you may want to limit those foods and eat more of the foods that help harmonize your body, mind, and spirit!</p><p>The goal of my class, <a title=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/group_classes/community_class_Ayurvedic-Concept-Of-Diet_Mamta-Singh_935\" href=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/group_classes/community_class_Ayurvedic-Concept-Of-Diet_Mamta-Singh_935\"><u>Ayurvedic Concept of Diet</u></a>, is to help you discover the right combination of foods to eat for your body. You’ll learn all about Ahara, the best way to prepare and serve certain dishes, and the proper time to eat various foods. I invite you to join us on this Ayurvedic eating journey!</p><p>MyYogaTeacher is a great platform to learn about many different forms of yoga. There are many expert and highly experienced yoga instructors from the birthplace of yoga, India, who really care about their students’ health and well-being! Whether you’re brand new to yoga or consider yourself an advanced yogi, there’s a class that’s a perfect fit for you! <a title=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/dashboard\" href=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/dashboard\"><u>Get your 2-week free trial here and try it out!</u></a></p><p>Namaste.</p><p></p>"},{"type":"CTA","value":"[CTA-DEFAULT]"}],"isSlugACategory":false,"searchCategory":"the-ayurvedic-diet","showPopUp":false,"popUpType":null,"showedPopup":false,"windowWidth":null,"ctaPath":"signup","redirectURL":"#","ctaContent":[{"id":"ckxrz2i14tov40c25g1dpicsg","name":"[CTA-DEFAULT]","description":{"html":"<p><strong>Get 2 free private yoga sessions and 2 weeks of unlimited group classes</strong> with authentic yoga teachers. 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And what you need to know about it. Learn about how eating an Ayurvedic Diet benefits you now and in the long term!","content":{"text":"Ayurvedic medicine has existed for literally thousands of years. If you’re not familiar with it, Ayurveda medicine is a whole-body, holistic practice that encourages a balance between body and mind. \\nAyurveda uses diet, yogic breathing, and herbal treatments to accomplish a healthy, balanced body. This Hindu-derived practice enforces the idea that all diseases are caused by an imbalance in the physical body and stress in a person’s consciousness.\\nThe Ayurvedic diet promotes better physical, mental, and spiritual health. And unlike many other diets, the Ayurvedic diet gives personalized recommendations on what the best foods are to eat for your body type.\\nThat’s not to say there are any \\nbad\\n foods. It just means there are some foods that meet your body’s needs better than others!\\nAnd we’re going to talk about it all here!\\nIf you read this and want more guidance or information on how to integrate Ayurvedic medicine and eating into your life, check out my class on MyYogaTeacher, \\nAyurvedic Concept of Diet\\n! We’d love to have you, and I’m happy to answer any questions you may have about this lifestyle.\\nNot a member of MyYogaTeacher yet? \\nGet your free 2-week trial here and check it out!\\n No credit card required and you get access to all 35+ group classes taught by expert teachers from India.\\nWhat is the Ayurvedic diet?\\nThe basis for Ayurvedic medicine is that there are five elements that make up the universe — air, water, space, fire, and earth.\\nThese elements create different forms of energy called doshas, and each dosha has its own unique responsibilities within the body. There are three of them:\\nVata\\n - Also known as “king of the doshas,” Vata is responsible for all movement processes at a microcellular and macroscopic level. It’s also responsible for circulation, respiration and the nervous system. Vata combines the space and air elements.\\nPitta\\n - This dosha is in charge of digestion and metabolism in the body. It is located in the small intestines, stomach, liver, spleen, and pancreas. Pitta is responsible for all the processes that involve conversion and transformation throughout the mind and body.\\nKapha\\n - Water energy. Kapha aids in lubricating the joints and provides the body with its physical form. Kapha also helps the tissues in the body move smoothly.\\nThe Ayurvedic diet is a component of Ayurvedic medicine that teaches you to eat the foods that promote balance between all of your doshas.\\nIn doing so, you not only eat the foods that are best for your body specifically, but you also create and maintain a healthier mind, body and spirit.\\nHow the Ayurvedic diet works\\nWhile some may feel like eating according to Ayurvedic diet guidelines seems somewhat restrictive, the opposite is really true. \\nNo food is a bad food.\\nBut some foods are better for you than others and are perfect for your dosha, or body type.\\nHere are some of the main characteristics of each dosha so you can get an idea of which one matches you the best!\\n\\nPitta Dosha (Fire energy)\\n\\nMedium height\\nSlender frame\\nGood metabolism\\nCompetitive\\nGood leadership skills\\nVery intelligent\\nShort temper\\nMay suffer from indigestion\\nMay have high blood pressure\\nGoverned by emotions\\n\\n\\nVata Dosha (Wind energy)\\n\\nCreative\\nEnergetic\\nLively\\nThin, light frame\\nProminent joints/bones\\nFlat-chested\\nLittle/no willpower\\nNervous\\nFearful\\nShort term memory issues\\nKapha Dosha (Water Energy)\\n\\nEasy-going/relaxed\\nTolerant, compassionate\\nLoyal\\nHave weight issues\\nLarger frame\\nProne to diabetes\\nForgiving\\nPeaceful\\nGood stamina\\nGenerally happy\\n\nYour dosha determines which foods you should eat to promote inner balance. For instance, here are some Ayurvedic diet food recommendations to go with your dosha:\\n> \\nPitta:\\n Wheat, white rice, oats, barley. Fruits like grapes, mango, pineapple, oranges, melon, coconut, avocado, and plums help balance the Pitta dosha. Stay away from sour foods, salty, or pungent foods like garlic and onions.\\n> \\nVata\\n: Hot stews and soups are great for balancing the Vata dosha. Also, eating moist foods like yogurt, melon, berries, zucchini, squash. Seeds and nuts, ghee, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon are also great!\\n> \\nKapha\\n: Spicy, acidic, filling foods and most fruits and vegetables are good for keeping Kapha bodies in balance. Also unprocessed meats, grains, eggs, and low fat cheeses. Kaphas should avoid heavy foods like oils, fats, nuts, and seeds.\\nI really want to stress that this way of eating is not about restriction. It’s about eating for your body type!\\nWhich means there are tons of options and opportunities for you to eat and be full. We’re not about being hungry here at MYT!\\nBenefits of eating an Ayurvedic diet\\nBesides helping you feel and be your healthiest, most amazing self, there are lots of science-backed benefits of participating in an Ayurvedic eating plan or adopting the entire Ayurvedic holistic wellness lifestyle.\\nAyurvedic eating prevents disease\\nBecause the Ayurvedic lifestyle promotes the consumption of whole foods and the reduction or complete elimination of processed foods, there is a huge component of eating in this way that addresses disease prevention.\\nStudies show that eating processed foods and foods high in refined sugar or high levels of salt are associated with inflammation, chronic and acute diseases, higher risk for cancer, and even death.\\nEating whole foods high in fiber, vitamins and minerals can prevent and, in some cases, even reverse disease.\\nAyurvedic eating promotes weight loss\\nSeeing as the Ayurvedic diet focuses on nutrient-rich foods, studies show that eating for your dosha (particularly pitta or kapha) assists with weight loss. It can also help stave off cravings and prevent overeating.\\nMindful eating is a huge part of Ayurvedic medicine. This means people who adopt this lifestyle eat more conscientiously and become more aware of their body’s needs. Mindful eating helps people with issues like emotional or stress eating.\\nAnother benefit to mindful eating is enhanced self-control and the development of a healthier relationship with food.\\nThe gut biome and Ayurvedic diet\\nWe’ve discussed some of the health benefits of Ayurvedic eating, but I would be doing you a disservice if I didn’t talk about how this lifestyle affects your gut!\\nIf you don’t know how your gut biome affects your mental, physical, and even emotional health, join my class and let’s talk about it! Your gut biome is the primary location for healthy bacteria, immune function and even the primary source of the feel good chemicals that our body and brains crave!\\nBecause an Ayurvedic diet improves your gut health, you also get:\\nImproved digestion\\nBetter metabolic processes\\nEnhanced detoxification\\nImproved fertility and sexual health\\nAll while still eating foods you love! \\nWhile the Ayurvedic diet is customized for each dosha, this doesn’t mean you will never eat some of the foods that may be listed for you to avoid. It simply means you may want to limit those foods and eat more of the foods that help harmonize your body, mind, and spirit!\\nThe goal of my class, \\nAyurvedic Concept of Diet\\n, is to help you discover the right combination of foods to eat for your body. You’ll learn all about Ahara, the best way to prepare and serve certain dishes, and the proper time to eat various foods. I invite you to join us on this Ayurvedic eating journey!\\nMyYogaTeacher is a great platform to learn about many different forms of yoga. There are many expert and highly experienced yoga instructors from the birthplace of yoga, India, who really care about their students’ health and well-being! Whether you’re brand new to yoga or consider yourself an advanced yogi, there’s a class that’s a perfect fit for you! \\nGet your 2-week free trial here and try it out!\\n\\nNamaste.\\n","html":"<p>Ayurvedic medicine has existed for literally thousands of years. If you’re not familiar with it, Ayurveda medicine is a whole-body, holistic practice that encourages a balance between body and mind. </p><p>Ayurveda uses diet, yogic breathing, and herbal treatments to accomplish a healthy, balanced body. This Hindu-derived practice enforces the idea that all diseases are caused by an imbalance in the physical body and stress in a person’s consciousness.</p><p>The Ayurvedic diet promotes better physical, mental, and spiritual health. And unlike many other diets, the Ayurvedic diet gives personalized recommendations on what the best foods are to eat for your body type.</p><p>That’s not to say there are any <em>bad</em> foods. It just means there are some foods that meet your body’s needs better than others!</p><p>And we’re going to talk about it all here!</p><p>If you read this and want more guidance or information on how to integrate Ayurvedic medicine and eating into your life, check out my class on MyYogaTeacher, <a title=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/group_classes/community_class_Ayurvedic-Concept-Of-Diet_Mamta-Singh_935\" href=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/group_classes/community_class_Ayurvedic-Concept-Of-Diet_Mamta-Singh_935\"><u>Ayurvedic Concept of Diet</u></a>! We’d love to have you, and I’m happy to answer any questions you may have about this lifestyle.</p><p>Not a member of MyYogaTeacher yet? <a title=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/dashboard\" href=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/dashboard\"><u>Get your free 2-week trial here and check it out!</u></a> No credit card required and you get access to all 35+ group classes taught by expert teachers from India.</p><h2>What is the Ayurvedic diet?</h2><p>The basis for Ayurvedic medicine is that there are five elements that make up the universe — air, water, space, fire, and earth.</p><p>These elements create different forms of energy called doshas, and each dosha has its own unique responsibilities within the body. There are three of them:</p><ol><li><div><strong>Vata</strong> - Also known as “king of the doshas,” Vata is responsible for all movement processes at a microcellular and macroscopic level. It’s also responsible for circulation, respiration and the nervous system. Vata combines the space and air elements.</div></li><li><div><strong>Pitta</strong> - This dosha is in charge of digestion and metabolism in the body. It is located in the small intestines, stomach, liver, spleen, and pancreas. Pitta is responsible for all the processes that involve conversion and transformation throughout the mind and body.</div></li><li><div><strong>Kapha</strong> - Water energy. Kapha aids in lubricating the joints and provides the body with its physical form. Kapha also helps the tissues in the body move smoothly.</div></li></ol><p>The Ayurvedic diet is a component of Ayurvedic medicine that teaches you to eat the foods that promote balance between all of your doshas.</p><p>In doing so, you not only eat the foods that are best for your body specifically, but you also create and maintain a healthier mind, body and spirit.</p><h3>How the Ayurvedic diet works</h3><p>While some may feel like eating according to Ayurvedic diet guidelines seems somewhat restrictive, the opposite is really true. </p><p>No food is a bad food.</p><p>But some foods are better for you than others and are perfect for your dosha, or body type.</p><p>Here are some of the main characteristics of each dosha so you can get an idea of which one matches you the best!</p><p></p><table><tbody><tr><td><h5>Pitta Dosha (Fire energy)</h5><p></p><p>Medium height</p><p>Slender frame</p><p>Good metabolism</p><p>Competitive</p><p>Good leadership skills</p><p>Very intelligent</p><p>Short temper</p><p>May suffer from indigestion</p><p>May have high blood pressure</p><p>Governed by emotions</p><p></p><p></p></td><td><h5>Vata Dosha (Wind energy)</h5><p></p><p>Creative</p><p>Energetic</p><p>Lively</p><p>Thin, light frame</p><p>Prominent joints/bones</p><p>Flat-chested</p><p>Little/no willpower</p><p>Nervous</p><p>Fearful</p><p>Short term memory issues</p></td><td><h5>Kapha Dosha (Water Energy)</h5><p></p><p>Easy-going/relaxed</p><p>Tolerant, compassionate</p><p>Loyal</p><p>Have weight issues</p><p>Larger frame</p><p>Prone to diabetes</p><p>Forgiving</p><p>Peaceful</p><p>Good stamina</p><p>Generally happy</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p><br>Your dosha determines which foods you should eat to promote inner balance. For instance, here are some Ayurvedic diet food recommendations to go with your dosha:</p><p>&gt; <strong>Pitta:</strong> Wheat, white rice, oats, barley. Fruits like grapes, mango, pineapple, oranges, melon, coconut, avocado, and plums help balance the Pitta dosha. Stay away from sour foods, salty, or pungent foods like garlic and onions.</p><p>&gt; <strong>Vata</strong>: Hot stews and soups are great for balancing the Vata dosha. Also, eating moist foods like yogurt, melon, berries, zucchini, squash. Seeds and nuts, ghee, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon are also great!</p><p>&gt; <strong>Kapha</strong>: Spicy, acidic, filling foods and most fruits and vegetables are good for keeping Kapha bodies in balance. Also unprocessed meats, grains, eggs, and low fat cheeses. Kaphas should avoid heavy foods like oils, fats, nuts, and seeds.</p><p>I really want to stress that this way of eating is not about restriction. It’s about eating for your body type!</p><p>Which means there are tons of options and opportunities for you to eat and be full. We’re not about being hungry here at MYT!</p><h2>Benefits of eating an Ayurvedic diet</h2><p>Besides helping you feel and be your healthiest, most amazing self, there are lots of science-backed benefits of participating in an Ayurvedic eating plan or adopting the entire Ayurvedic holistic wellness lifestyle.</p><h3>Ayurvedic eating prevents disease</h3><p>Because the Ayurvedic lifestyle promotes the consumption of whole foods and the reduction or complete elimination of processed foods, there is a huge component of eating in this way that addresses disease prevention.</p><p>Studies show that eating processed foods and foods high in refined sugar or high levels of salt are associated with inflammation, chronic and acute diseases, higher risk for cancer, and even death.</p><p>Eating whole foods high in fiber, vitamins and minerals can prevent and, in some cases, even reverse disease.</p><h3>Ayurvedic eating promotes weight loss</h3><p>Seeing as the Ayurvedic diet focuses on nutrient-rich foods, studies show that eating for your dosha (particularly pitta or kapha) assists with weight loss. It can also help stave off cravings and prevent overeating.</p><p>Mindful eating is a huge part of Ayurvedic medicine. This means people who adopt this lifestyle eat more conscientiously and become more aware of their body’s needs. Mindful eating helps people with issues like emotional or stress eating.</p><p>Another benefit to mindful eating is enhanced self-control and the development of a healthier relationship with food.</p><h3>The gut biome and Ayurvedic diet</h3><p>We’ve discussed some of the health benefits of Ayurvedic eating, but I would be doing you a disservice if I didn’t talk about how this lifestyle affects your gut!</p><p>If you don’t know how your gut biome affects your mental, physical, and even emotional health, join my class and let’s talk about it! Your gut biome is the primary location for healthy bacteria, immune function and even the primary source of the feel good chemicals that our body and brains crave!</p><p>Because an Ayurvedic diet improves your gut health, you also get:</p><ul><li><div>Improved digestion</div></li></ul><ul><li><div><p>Better metabolic processes</p></div></li><li><div><p>Enhanced detoxification</p></div></li><li><div><p>Improved fertility and sexual health</p></div></li></ul><p>All while still eating foods you love! </p><p>While the Ayurvedic diet is customized for each dosha, this doesn’t mean you will never eat some of the foods that may be listed for you to avoid. It simply means you may want to limit those foods and eat more of the foods that help harmonize your body, mind, and spirit!</p><p>The goal of my class, <a title=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/group_classes/community_class_Ayurvedic-Concept-Of-Diet_Mamta-Singh_935\" href=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/group_classes/community_class_Ayurvedic-Concept-Of-Diet_Mamta-Singh_935\"><u>Ayurvedic Concept of Diet</u></a>, is to help you discover the right combination of foods to eat for your body. You’ll learn all about Ahara, the best way to prepare and serve certain dishes, and the proper time to eat various foods. I invite you to join us on this Ayurvedic eating journey!</p><p>MyYogaTeacher is a great platform to learn about many different forms of yoga. There are many expert and highly experienced yoga instructors from the birthplace of yoga, India, who really care about their students’ health and well-being! Whether you’re brand new to yoga or consider yourself an advanced yogi, there’s a class that’s a perfect fit for you! <a title=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/dashboard\" href=\"https://www.myyogateacher.com/dashboard\"><u>Get your 2-week free trial here and try it out!</u></a></p><p>Namaste.</p><p></p>"},"category":["fitness","weight_loss"],"utmCampaign":null,"utmMedium":null,"utmContent":null,"utmSource":null,"utmTerm":null,"utmSearchString":null,"imageHyperlink":[]},"recommendations_group_class":null}