Most health issues arise from the quality and quantity of the food consumed. Food is therefore the first important tool, from a material point of view, for the health of our body. Knowing which foods to consume and how to associate them with each other and choose foods according to the constitutional characteristics is essential for maintaining an excellent state of health. Ayurvedic diet benefits : In Ayurveda , good health can be maintained by supporting and replenishing vital tissues (dhatu) when they need it, by means of an appropriate diet and regimen or by cleaning and removing any obstacles to purify the functioning of the system. Ayurveda cuisine is based on cereals, legumes, vegetables and fruit, enriched by the use of spices according to the needs of each type of constitution. The aromas, in fact, are never combined by chance, but according to their particular properties: digestive, toning, disinfectant, therapeutic. Some tips for healthy eating and living: Food should always be fresh and of the best possible quality, tasty and pleasing to the eye. Food prepared by a calm and serene cook in pleasant surroundings will have the best influence Eat in a serene and joyful mood while always sitting comfortably. During meals, do not work, read or watch television and avoid eating if you are agitated. Avoid talking while chewing and try to be regular at meal times as well. Avoid eating between meals until the previous meal has been digested. Avoid drinking during meals as liquid drinks dilute gastric juices making digestion more strenuous. Do not eat too many different types of food in the same meal to avoid strain on digestion. For a balanced diet, include all six flavors (sweet, salty, bitter, sour, astringent, pungent) in the meal by using spices. According to the individual constitution or the season of the year, specific recommendations of Ayurvedic doctors can be considered. Check that the right nostril is open during and after a meal as it is linked to physical activity and metabolism. After lunch, sit quietly or lie on your left side for a few minutes to keep the right nostril open. After dinner, a short walk outdoors is preferable. Frozen foods and drinks should be avoided because digestion is a hot action. Introducing cold foods inhibits the digestion phase. Limit raw food to a minimum, cooked food (preferably well cooked) is much easier to digest. The diet should be set by an expert in Ayurvedic Medicine (vaidya) according to the individual constitution and the time of year.

1. Healthy Diet
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2. “Have fruit and vegetables if you want
to lead a fruitful life.”
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3. fruit &
vegetables
They are one of the 5 main food groups in
the well-known Eatwell Plate
They should make up over a third of your
diet

4. The 5 A Day
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The 5 A Day campaign recommends
consuming a minimum of 400g of fruit
and vegetables
"A portion of fruit and vegetables is thus 80g."

5. The benefits – Why
at least 5 a day?
Fruit and vegetables are
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Good source of vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, and
antioxidants
Essential for maintaining a healthy gut
Important to prevent digestion problems, such as
constipation
Good options for healthier, handier, and sometimes
cheaper snacks
More likely to reduce the risks of cancer, heart disease,
and stroke

6. What Counts?
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You can choose from
Fresh
Frozen
Canned/tinned
Dried
Juiced

7. Which fruit and
vegetables
should I eat?
The Top 4:
Leafy greens
Citrus fruit
Orange fruit and veggies
Berries
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8. Serving Sizes
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Five daily servings - two fruits and
three vegetables
an apple, pear, banana, orange, or other similar-
size fruit
3 heaped tablespoons of vegetables, fruit salad
(fresh or tinned in juice), or stewed fruit
1 heaped tablespoon of dried fruit – better to keep
in meal times
a dessert bowl of salad

9. Serving Sizes
A small glass (150ml) of fruit juice or smoothie:
counts as a maximum of one portion a day,
regardless of how many portions you have
is often much higher in sugar content
should be taken at mealtimes to limit the effect on
your teeth
does not contain as much fiber as whole fruit

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