Dr Kranthi R Vardhan - Weekly Newsletter - Issue #50

Caught up in the hustle & bustle of daily life ?

Neglecting your well-being in busyness ?

Bad daily living habits impacting your health?

Poor daily living habits:

• lead to chronic health problems,

• decrease productivity, &

• reduce the quality of life.

In this newsletter, we will explore examples of 5 bad daily living habits 

I will share 5 tips for developing healthy Ayurvedic habits that promote overall health & well-being.

5 bad daily living habits are:

Poor diet:

Consuming a diet high in processed and sugary foods can lead to weight gain, fatigue, and a variety of health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.

Lack of exercise:

Failing to engage in regular physical activity can increase the risk of obesity, heart disease, and other chronic health conditions.

Poor sleep habits:

Can lead to fatigue, decreased productivity, and mood disturbances. Chronic sleep deprivation can also increase the risk of physical and mental health problems.

Substance abuse:

Using drugs or alcohol to cope with stress or emotions can lead to addiction, depression and anxiety.

Excessive screen time: 

Spending too much time on electronic devices such as phones, computers, or television can lead to physical problems such as eye strain and posture issues, as well as mental health problems such as anxiety and depression.

Life is all about balance. 

• The good and the bad

• The highs and the lows

• The happy and the sad

The thing everyone should realize is that the key to happiness is being happy by yourself and for yourself.

Happiness comes from within.

You have the POWER TO CHANGE !

All the bad daily living habits can be replaced with good, happy, positive, & wonderful habits.

You just have to have INCLINATION !

Ayurveda is more than a healthcare system;

It's a way of living.

5 simple ways to integrate Ayurveda into your daily routine:

1. ⛅ Align with Nature's Rhythms

- Follow a daily routine (Dinacharya)

- Wake up early, sleep early

Quote: "The sun is the soul of the universe, and as such, the soul of all things that depend upon the universe." — Charaka Samhita

2. 🍽️ Mindful Eating

- Eat according to your body type (Vata, Pitta, Kapha)

- Enjoy regular meals, avoid over-snacking

Quote: "When the diet is wrong, medicine is of no use. When diet is correct, medicine is of no need." — Ayurveda Proverb

3. 🧘 Yoga and Meditation

- Practice yoga tailored to your body type

- Dedicate time for meditation to improve mental health

Quote: “Yoga is a skill in action” —- The Bhagavad Gita.

4. 🌺 Self-Care Rituals

- Try Abhyanga (self-massage) for rejuvenation

- Use Nasya (nasal oil) for respiratory health

- Scrape your tongue for better oral hygiene

Quote: "Health is the greatest wealth." — Adi Shankara

5. 🌳 Connect with Nature

- Spend time outdoors for emotional balance

- Grow plants to ground your energy

- Surround yourself with natural elements

Quote: “Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” —Albert Einstein

Wrapping up -

“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.”

Ditch the bad habits & develop the healthy daily habits as advised and advocated in ayurveda by taking minimal little steps.

Small steps lead to good habits & good habits lead to great changes !

Embrace Ayurveda in your daily life !!

Thanks for reading!

I hope you enjoyed reading this issue. If you found it useful, feel free to forward it to your friends, family, colleagues, or anyone you feel might benefit from it. If you want to read the previous issues, here’s the archive.

Have a great weekend!

- Dr. Kranthi R Vardhan