By Devi Poojari
October 11, 2023
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The period between the end of September up until mid-November, is a transitional season known as ritusandhi. This seasonal change and scorching temperatures, also affect the body, leading to multiple health issues. Here’s how you can maintain good health.
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Favour warm, cooked foods over raw, cold options by incorporating autumnal vegetables like squash, pumpkin and sweet potatoes into your meals.
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Since the weather is hot during this period, staying hydrated by drinking water that has been boiled down to half its quantity, ishighly recommended in Ayurveda.
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Consider performing a daily self-massage or abhyanga with warm sesame or almond oil before your shower to help keep skin moisturized, supple and nourished during the dry autumn months.
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Consuming foods with moisture as opposed to ones that are oily - like fruits, and opting for warm milk, water or buttermilk to aid better digestion.
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Placing drinking water in a copper vessel and allowing it to infuse with moonbeams has been known to possess many medicinal properties and restore overall well-being.
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Using traditional herbs like Shatavari and amla, along with fresh sandalwood in your pickles, sherbets and milk, provide an immunity boost to the system.
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