Toronto, Ontario
The Topic of Food on the Walk
Dog sitters, walkers and runners were the folks whom Ananda and I met along the way through the ravine. All of our encounters with them were sweet, though a brief acknowledgement of each other’s presence became our experience.
Ananda and I were also talking about sweet and sour things and what Ayurveda has to say about various foods, exercise and overall good health. His friend, Keshavanand, claims that drinking lots of water as is prescribed in the west, is not good. He says you get your fluids from the food you eat. He also claims sour things are not to be consumed at night. Basically, you shouldn't eat late at night. Anywhere from 10:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. is actually time for sleeping. Of all exercises, walking is the best. Running is shunned and is not good for the knees. He doesn’t recommend certain foods such as eggplant as it produces too much heat inside. In general, food should be cooked. He says ghee is most favourable, not much, and olive oil is discouraged, while sesame and peanut are preferred. Of course, GMO'd food is to be avoided and one should go for organic. Canned food—not good. Yogurt is to be kept in the fridge or in a clay pot in the evening, while consumption during the day is advantageous.
If you have a sweet tooth, jaggery is recommended, and the processed white sugar is taboo. There was more that we discussed. What I have personally discovered over the years is that your body is its own guru and tells you of comfort or discomfort through the stomach.
May the Source be with you!
5 km
Editor’s Note: Always consult with your medical practitioner or advisor when considering dietary or major lifestyle changes. And do your research. As Bhaktimarga Swami suggests, only yourbody can tell you what is best for you.
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