🌱 Have you ever wondered why onions, garlic, and strongly flavored foods are avoided during Hindu fasting and special occasions? Let's delve into the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and Yoga to understand the underlying principles. #Hinduism #Ayurveda
1/n Ayurveda categorizes foods as Sattvic (pure) and Rajasic (stimulating). Onions and garlic fall into the latter category, believed to evoke passion, aggression, and restlessness. This understanding has influenced the dietary practices in Hinduism over the centuries. #Ayurveda
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