In the age of processed food and chronic disease, a preventive lifestyle always helps in boosting health and well-being. It comprises little changes that cumulatively make life better. The major difference between targeted healthcare and preventive healthcare is that the former is based on a particular problem, while the latter talks about holistic healthcare. Ayurvedic practices focus on preventive healthcare, and here are some easy ways to inculcate them in daily life.
Nutrition and diet
Our daily diet should include all sources of nutrition. From fresh whole foods to plants, vegetables, and nuts. Consuming a variety of foods is highly recommended by Ayurveda and modern science. While increasing the consumption of good food is important, it is equally necessary to cut down on processed and fried food in daily life.
Physical exercise and movement
Even a 30-minute exercise daily can prevent chronic diseases and maintain proper health. Exercise and regular movement prevent heart disease, insulin sensitivity, and intellectual disability. Yoga is one of the best ways to inculcate movement in everyday life.
Proper daily routine and sleeping
Sleeping on time and having light meals improves the body’s circadian rhythm. Doing breathing exercises before sleeping or listening to relaxing music also helps. Ayurveda emphasises the importance of daily routine and night routine.
Mental well-being and management of stress
Meditation, breathing, and mindfulness exercises, even for 10 minutes a day, help prevent stress, which triggers several diseases and also causes metabolic dysfunction.
Using the right herbs
Using herbs like Amla, Giloy, Tulsi, and turmeric as prescribed by Ayurveda protects from inflammation and has antibiotic properties that help boost immunity.
Avoid harmful substances
Avoiding things like tobacco and alcohol helps protect against serious liver diseases and cancers. Doctors and experts advise alcohol and tobacco consumption as one of the most significant pillars of a preventive lifestyle.
