Introduction
Finding Your Truth
Our Relationship with Food
Letting Go of the Illusion of Control
Yoga and Ayurveda as Your Answer
Identifying Your Dysfunctions
Disconnection and Unconsciousness
Impressions and Samskara
Trust Your Experience Over Scientific Studies and
Advertising
Poor Consumption Choices Lead to Addictive Behavior
Choosing Sweetness Over Suffering
Relationships
Exploring Your Beliefs
New Ways to Relate to Food
Principles of Ayurveda
Conscious Consumption
Simple Tools for Your New Path
Ayurvedic Food Classification
Adding New Foods to Your Diet
Rethinking How You Shop
Your Kitchen and Dining Area
The Basics of Preparing Food
The Process of Eating and Drinking
Food Combining
Getting Started
Finding Answers
What Changes to Expect
Problems and Answers
Blood Sugar Fluctuation
Constant Fatigue and Sickness
Constipation and Dehydration
Digestive Problems
Grogginess upon Waking and Food Hangovers
Gums, Teeth, and Bad Breath
Habitual Use of Refined Sugar, Salt, and Processed Foods
Intestinal Gas and Belching
Mood Fluctuations
Overeating and Struggles with Weight Control
Sleep Difficulties and Anxiety
Stiff and Aching Joints
Discover Harmony and Balance
Transitioning From the Old Ways
Blessings for Meals—Soften Your Heart with Gratitude
Breathing Exercises—Release the Old and Bring in the New
Meditations—Learn to Focus and Manage Your Energy
Other Practices from Yoga and Ayurveda
Summary
Appendix A
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Recipes
Appendix B
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Wellness Journal
Appendix C
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Chart of the Six Tastes
Appendix D
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Chart of Elements and Corresponding Foods
Appendix E
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Chart of Cooking Techniques
Glossary
Bibliography
About the Author
