We all know that for healthy living we require a balanced diet constituted of protein, carbohydrates and fats, minerals ,vitamines etc. Ayurveda has considered about the diet in detail. The Ayurvedic diet is one that not only nourishes the body, but also restores balance of 'Tridoshas' which is very much essential for maintaining Health. Depending on our dosha, or constitutional type, some foods can be beneficial, and others should be avoided. These same foods may have the opposite effect on another dosha. The science of Ayurveda teaches that right diet is the foundation of healing. For maximum health and vitality, the ideal diet is one that balances our doshas.

[ + ]  One should take warm food – tastes good – stimulates Agni, Digests quickly.
[ + ]  Unctuous food – tastes well, stimulates Agni, increases strength, complexion, firmness of sense organs.
[ + ]  Space in the belly should be divided into 3 portions (for solids, liquids & another for air).
[ + ]  Food should contain six tastes and should be taken in proper quantity – promotes life span, maintain normalcy of Agni.
[ + ]  One should consider the heaviness, lightness of the food items.
[ + ]  Eat only when previous meal is digested – prevents Ama.
[ + ]  Food consisting of the items which are non-antagonistic in potency.
[ + ]  Eat at favorable place & accessories
[ + ]  Suitable of dietary items should be kept in mind.
[ + ]  Take daily, salirice, green gram, Lavan, Amalaki, barley, milk, ghee & honey, Jivanthi leaves, grapes, pomegranate, wheat etc.
[ + ]  Eat According to season.
[ + ]  Sweet first, finish with pungent, bitter & astringent taste.

One should not eat,
[ + ]  Food item from either attachment or ignorance.
[ + ]  Too fast or too slow.
[ + ]  While laughing or talking.
[ + ]  Excess pippali (long pepper), Kshara (alkali) and Lavan (salt).
[ + ]  Heavy preparation of flour, rice, flattened rice after having food.
[ + ]  Viruddhahara (incompatibility of dietary items) – hence one should not consume unwholesome food.

[ + ]  “kaalabhojananaarogyakaraanaam” – Timely intake of food is best for maintain of health.
[ + ]  “Truptiraaharaagunaanaam” – Satisfaction is the best quantity of food.
[ + ]  Diet cannot be same for all.
[ + ]  The quantity, type taste etc will vary from individual to individual (based on their Prakruti, Desa, Kala and their capacity & Liking).

Provide vitamins, proteins and minerals to the body. Regular consumption keeps your body healthy and free tiredness.
Ingredients : Ragi, Whole Wheat, Maize, Groundnut, Cashew net, Pearl Millet, Foxtail Millet, Palm Candy, Sago, Cardamom, Fried Gram, Green Gram, Brown Rice, Badam, Jowar.
Direction : Mix one teaspoon powder in one glass of hot milk and use twice a day.

Banana is a wonderful infant food, easily digestible.
Ingredients : Dried bananas
Nutrient Facts (in 100 gm) : Fibre - 0.7 gm Carbohydrates - 14.7 gm Protein - 1.4 gm Fat - 0.2 gm Calcium - 0.01 gm Phosphorous - 0.03 gm Iron - 0.6 gm Thiamine - 0.05 gm Carotene - 30 mg Vitamin C - 24 mg Riboflavin - 0.02 mg Niacin - 0.3 mg.
Direction : Mix one teaspoon in one glass of milk or hot water and use.

(Siruthen & Vanthen)
Honey is a protective agent against lipid oxidation and tissue oxidation. Rich in both enzymatic and non-enzymatic antioxidant.
Natural sweetener. Honey is an expectorant. It is best for the diseases of the mouth and throats.
Nutrient Facts(in 100 gm) : Calories - 304 mg, Fructose - 38.8 mg, Vitamin C - 52.3 mg, Calcium - 6.05 gm, Potassium - 52.4 mg, Folate - 200 mg, Magnesium - 200 gm.

Improves appetite and aids in digestion.
Ingredients: Honey, Kharjurah, Vatadah, Vrkkbjah, Sunthi, Maricha, Pipali and Jiraka.

Dates contain potassium, phosphorous, calcium and magnesium. It also contains riboflavin, thiamin, folic and ascorbic acid, facts and digests sugars (Glucose, Sucrose and Fructose).
Honey is a protective agent against lipid and tissue oxidation& is an expectorant.
Ingredients : Honey, Wet Dates

Anti-diarrhoal especially used for infants and has low Glycemic index.
Ingredients : Arrowroot
Direction : Mix one teaspoon powder in one glass of milk and use.

Ragi powder is a protein provider. Best for making puttu, idiyappam etc. Ingredients : high quality ragi.

Rich in fiber acid digestion.
Ingredients : whole Wheat.

The richest provider of natural vitamin-B and potent anti-oxidants, Gamma oryzanol found only in rice bran, is a potent anti-oxidant. Vitamin-E is present in the form of alpha-tocopherol. Manganese and other trace minerals are also found in bran.
Nutrient Facts : 15% of high nutritional value protein. 20% of high quality fat (omega-3 and omega-6 Fatty Acid) and nutritional dietary fiber. Rice Bran is rich in vitamins and minerals.

Contain no coffee beans. Energizes the body cells and keeps the body cool. Regular use detoxifies the body. A better alternative to coffee and tea.
Ingredients : dhaniya, Fenugreek, cumin seeds, Cardamorn, Dry Ginger.
Direction : Boil 15g of Dhania coffee powder in 1 litre of water. Add palm candy for taste and use as and when required.

Contain no coffee beans. Good for fever and cold condition. A better alternative to coffee and tea.
Ingredients : Dry Ginger, Pepper, Thippali etc.
Direction : Boil 15g of ginger coffee powder in 1 litre of water. Add palm candy for taste and use as and when required.

Contain no Coffee Beans. Good for respiratory disorder like Asthma, Cold, Sinusitis etc. a better alternative to coffee and tea.
Ingredients : Thulasi, Chembaruthi, Nannari, Karungali, Pathimugam, Vettiveru, Dhaniya, Cherula, Thazuthama(stem), Kurunthoti(stem & root), chukku.
Direction : Boil 15g of thulasi coffee powder in 1 litre of water. Add palm candy for taste and use as and when required.

Acts as expectorant. Good for respiratory problem such as cough and cold.
Ingredients : Palm Candy (panam kalkandam)

Herbal water. Acts as a coolant and blood purifier.
Ingredients : Pahimugam, Ramacham powder, Papadagam, Muthanga, chukku, Iruveli.
Direction : Boil a pinch in 1 litre of water. Filter and use.

Benefits : A rich provider of natural vitamin-B and potent anti-oxidant. No artificial treatment with chemicals. Good for the heart and reduces cholesterols.
Ingredients : red rice.
Direction : Mix the powder in boiled water and use.

Rich in vitamin-B and vitamin-C. Easy digestion.
Ingredients : Red Rice Aval

Rich in vitamin-c. Increases the immunity power in the body. Good for diabetics.
Ingredients : Amla
Direction : Mix one teaspoon amla powder in honey or water and use.

High in vitamin and minerals. When sprouted vitamin and mineral content increases. Especially the vitamin-C content increases the immunity powder.
Ingredients : Moth,Salt

Prepared from good quality moong. Sprouted and germinated and controlled condition.
Ingredients : Moong Salt.

High Protein content (more than in meat). Good for children's growth and development. it can control diabetes and reduces cholesterol(LDL). Oil is not used. Ideal for weight watchers. Good source of dietary fibre.
Ingredients : Soyabean, Melon Seeds, Masoor, Papad, Corn, Wheat puff, Jowar, Bajra, Moong, Moth & Salt.

Prepared from good quality cleaned and hand picked soyabean under hygienic condition. No chemical or preservative used. Oil is used not used. Ideal for weight watchers. Good source of dietary fibre.
Ingredients : Soyabean, Salt.

Rich in carbohydrates and proteins. No chemical or preservative used. Oil is used not used. Ideal for weight watchers. Good source of dietary fibre.
Ingredients : Jowar.

Natural bath powder is a substitute for soap. Natural bath powder cleans skin and gives a feeling of everlasting freshness and products the skin from diseases.
Ingredients : Green gram powder, Kasturi manjal, Vetiver.
Direction : Mix 10 gm of powder with water and make into paste. Use instead of soap.

Very good for washing hair, Regular use strengthens the hair and increases the glow of the hair.
Ingredients : Green Grams.
Direction : Take the necessary quantity of powder and mix with water and make paste. Apply the same to the hair and massage on the scalp. Wait for 5 minutes and wash off. Clean oil and dirt from the hair.

Remove scars from the face.
Direction : Mix 2g powder in teaspoon honey and apply to face. Wash using cold water after 30 minutes. Use it regularly

Made from medicinal plant ingredients. Prevents tooth decay. Helps to keep gums healthier and stronger and gives glittering teeth.
Ingredients : Mango leaves, Cinnamon leaves, Guava leaves.

Removes excess oil from the face. Prevents pimples and other fungal infection and keeps the face glowing.
Direction : Mix 5g kasturi manjal powder with enough water to make a paste and apply to face. Wash after 30 minutes with cold water. Don’t use soap or shampoo.

Sandalwood is extremely valuable in skincare and is full of benefits for all skin types. It has a calming, balancing effect with moisturizing, soothing and softening qualities. It also relieves itching and irritation. It is comfortable and relaxing with a wonderful scent as well.
The skin condition sandalwood is particularly good for include: acne, chapped hands, dry cracked feet, dry skin, itchy skin, nail problem, skin rashes, stretch marks, wrinkles etc. Ingredients: Pure Sandalwood(sourced from the forest Dept.,Govt.of Tamilnadu,) Diet