So
what are Wholefoods?
Wholefoods are edible substances which are as close to their "whole" or
natural state as possible. They have not been pre-processed in any way which
would disturb their nutrition or flavor. They are therefore free of all processing
additives or subtractions.
The overall idea of wholefoods, is to buy foods which are -
Why
the Yogic way for Food?Yoga is the only science that has laid
great emphasis on food over centuries. In fact, there is a
whole branch – called Anna Yoga – devoted to food
for health and happiness.
Yoga
over centuries has developed a concept of a balanced wholefoods
diet and an eating philosophy. These principles of good eating
use powerful techniques which help in maintaining a strong
and health body, a stress-free mind and a positive spirituality
within this mixed up world.
Never
has this yogic philosophy of a balanced wholefoods diet been
felt more than today when 97% of all health disorders can be
traced to a faulty nutrition and diet.
It
has been observed that (East) Indian civilizations suffer least
from bowel problems, constipation, indigestion and other food
related disorders such as obesity. Do you know why? Because
the Indian philosophy of cooking and eating draws heavily from
the yogic philosophy of eating!
Yoga
does not dissect food into vitamins, minerals, protein etc.
The yogic philosophy is that the true benefits of these ingredients
can be had only when they are NOT isolated but as much in their
natural form as possible.
The
key to true health is to have a balanced wholefoods diet. A
balanced diet ensures that all the faculties of digestion work
smoothly – absorption, assimilation and elimination.
A balanced whole foods diet ensures a healthy you!!
It
is extremely important that all these 3 aspects work well together.
If all these aspects work in harmony it is extremely unlikely
that you’ll suffer from health disorders and even obesity.
Often “synthetic” or “processed” foods
create conditions that disrupt this balance. This leads to
several physical and psychological problems. Over years, this
can have dangerous consequences.
Failure
to eat enough fruits and vegetables and unhealthy food choices
will help you dig your own grave.It is whole foods especially
fruit and vegetables that pack the disease preventing wallop.
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