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Summary of healthy lifestyle principles
- all body-types -
- Retire to bed before 10m as the deepest rest is acquired in the hours before midnight.
- Arise in the Vata period before dawn as this helps ensure maximum mental and physical energy
throughout the day. - Oil massage each morning to tone the skin and muscles.
- Exercise for at least 20-30 minutes each day – a short walk is ideal.
- Pr actice pranayama to calm the mind, purify the lungs and t o n e t he abdomen.
- Pr actice gentle yoga exercises to rid the body of toxins and maintain the immune system.
- Practice meditation for twenty minutes each morning and late afternoon.
- Spend time walking in nature and exploring new places to renew the senses and inspire the mind.
- Read inspiring books and cut down on television.
- Burn essential oils in aroma burners to uplift and calm the mind.
- Have some quiet time to yourself each day to rest, relax and reduce stress.
- Maintain the company of like-minded people.
- Be gentle, kind and considerate to yourself and others.
- Try and reduce contact with stressful people and environments.
- Take pride in your work – always give your best.
- Have a ‘Mini Detox’ each month and undertake a ‘Panchakarma Detox’ twice a year (see detox section)