Mahatma Gandhi’s approach to food and health was closely linked to his philosophy of simplicity and nonviolence. Here are some highlights of his food practices.
1. Not eating vegetables:
Gandhi was a lifelong vegetarian and believed that a vegetarian diet was consistent with his principles of non-violence (ahimsa). He avoided meat and encouraged others to do the same.
2. Lunch:
He insists on eating his daily meals. His diet consists of:
Whole grains (brown rice and wheat)
Fresh fruits and vegetables
3. Fasting:
Gandhi used fasting as a form of self-discipline and resistance. He believed that fasting could purify body and mind. Sometimes he fasted for long periods of time, drinking only water or lemon juice.
4. Offensive: .
He advocated a moderate diet and believed that overeating could lead to physical and mental illness. He often talked about the importance of listening to your body and eating when you were hungry.
5. Herbs:
Gandhi trusted in the healing power of nature. He uses simple physical therapy methods. A Treat metabolic problems with regular intervals and adopting a lifestyle based on the use of herbs.
Sample each day food (stimulated through Gandhian concepts):
Breakfast: Fresh fruit (banana or seasonal fruit) and a glass of clean juice.
Lunch: Deep fried chapati with vegetable curry and a facet of salad.
Snacks: Nuts or seeds, probable with herbal tea.
Dinner: Light soup with steamed rice and steamed vegetables.
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