
Ayurvedic Tips for Strong Digestion
📜Ayurvedic Guidance
Wisdom from classical texts for your wellbeing
Begin each meal with a small piece of fresh ginger sprinkled with a pinch of rock salt to kindle Agni (digestive fire).
— Ashtanga Hridaya, Sutrasthana Ch. 8Sip warm water throughout the day and especially during meals to support digestion and prevent Ama (toxins) formation.
— Charaka Samhita, Sutrasthana Ch. 5Avoid eating heavy or rich foods late at night; instead, have your largest meal at midday when Pitta (digestive energy) is strongest.
— Charaka Samhita, Sutrasthana Ch. 25Include digestive spices such as cumin (jeera), coriander (dhaniya), and fennel (saunf) in your daily cooking to enhance assimilation and reduce gas.
— Bhavaprakasha, Madhyama KhandaPractice mindful eating by chewing food thoroughly and eating in a calm environment, as rushed or distracted eating weakens Agni.
— Ashtanga Hridaya, Sutrasthana Ch. 8These tips are from ancient Ayurvedic texts for educational purposes. Always consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before making health decisions.