Some simple habits in daily life are the key to good health and longevity. This is what the ancient Indian science Ayurveda says. The nine practices described in Ayurveda play an important role in maintaining our physical and mental well-being.
What is the Navratna system?
- Drink warm water before meals: Drinking warm water before each main meal, i.e. breakfast, lunch and dinner, helps to increase digestion and strengthen the digestive system.
- Sleep before 11 pm: Sleeping by 11 pm improves brain health and maintains hormonal balance.
- Walk for 30 minutes a day: Walking for at least 30 minutes a day increases the strength of the heart, brain and bones.
- Morning sunlight: Sitting in mild morning sunlight for 15 minutes every day acts as a natural source of vitamin D in the body, which strengthens the immune system.
- Eat slowly and chew well: Chewing food slowly and properly improves digestion and prevents overeating. As a result, the body becomes healthy.
- Meditation before bedtime: This practice is very important for those who suffer from insomnia. Compared to modern times, if you refrain from using your phone, TV, etc. an hour before bedtime, your mind will become calm and you will sleep better.
- Eating fruits on an empty stomach: Eating fruits on an empty stomach at the beginning of the day cleanses the body from inside and gives energy.
- Deep breathing exercises: Practicing deep breathing for at least 10 minutes daily helps reduce stress, anxiety and blood pressure.
- Keeping the digestive system clean: It is essential to keep the digestive system or intestines clean, as it directly affects our mental state, skin health and immune system. Therefore, you should defecate daily.