Craving certain foods? Try these 5 Ayurvedic tips to help curb food cravings
Check out five Ayurvedic tips that can help you overcome your cravings and adopt a healthier lifestyle.
Check out five Ayurvedic tips that can help you overcome your cravings and adopt a healthier lifestyle.
Updated on Apr 03, 2023 05:55 PM IST 7 Photos
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“Not all cravings are bad by nature. But if you have an unbearable craving for a specific taste/ food at a specific time of the day. That is not considered normal. Cravings for certain types of food can be caused by various factors, including physical illnesses such as gut dysbiosis, Candida, or AMA, nutritional deficiencies like selenium, emotional stress, and behavioral norms,” says, Dr. Varalakshmi, Ayurvedic Doctor and Wellness Coach, in her recent Instagram post. She further share some effective Ayurvedic tips for food cravings. (Shutterstock)
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Nourish well: To ensure a well-rounded meal, it is recommended to consume freshly prepared food that includes all six tastes. This includes sweet grains or carbs, salt, acidic foods for sour taste, digestive spices for pungent taste, greens for bitter taste, and protein for astringent taste.(Pixabay)
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Prioritize your Sleep: All that late-night munching or cravings are often due to 3 poor sleep hygiene. Aim to hit the bed before 11 PM.(Unsplash)
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It is recommended to chew on fennel seeds as a post-meal ritual, as it is believed to have several health benefits such as aiding digestion, freshening breath, and reducing bloating and flatulence.(Pixabay)
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