Aging the Yogic Way
The aging process cannot be stopped, but it can be slowed. Simple daily habits followed and routinely administered will have a great effect on a persons well being. Diet is the most important, try to avoid red meats as much as possible, fish is the best of all the meat products. Do not eat any foods that are not cooked and use very little salt in your diet. Having a glass of water in the morning is very important, this must be done prior to any food or drink is taken. Follow the 12 Basics described below and life will be a lot sweeter.
1) Avoid Red Meats. 2) One glass of water in the morning daily. 3) Avoid being in the sun for too long. Use sun screens with high SPF ( coconut oil is a good substitute if you have no sun screen). 4) Avoid shampooing your hair daily. ( If possible avoid all shampoo soaps). Wash hair daily with hot water. This will definetly stop hair loss. Also massage your body with coconut oil when ever possible. 5) Avoid alcoholic drinks, if you indulge in them, have a glass of red wine and do not have any excess. Avoid all soda’s with sugar, definite contributer of diabetes and obesity. 6) Sleep is very essential, try to cat nap at midday if possible. 7) Manage stress, exercise daily, yoga is very good for stress management, sivasakti.com is a great site for yoga. 8) Married couples should have sexual relationships on a very regular basis. 9) Be forgiving and friendly to all around you, especially to animals. 10) Have a small garden and work in it every day. 11) Give in charity and devote some time to help others. 12) Always talk to people and smile and make it contagious.
There are some vitamins and minerals that will help in your well being, Vitamin E, C, D, and the use of Ginseng will help for good memory retention. Taking any vitamins and minerals should be done with care and proper guidance. Avoid the use of pain killing drugs and avoid excessive cafine. Seasonal fruits are a very good source of natural sugar and should be included in your diet.
Fasting on a regular basis is very essential, if fasting is not possible, one must consume less food than one does normally, good eating habits and timing the food intake are very important. Late nite eating should be avoided, alcohol consumption should be avoided.
