How does Agni, the power of digestive fire, contribute to human health?

• The transformation of the food we consume
• Maintains a constant body temperature
• Digestion and absorption of food
• The creation of enzymes
• Stable metabolism
• Tissue nutrition
• Smooth cellular communication
• The perception of the senses (especially vision)
• The color and luster of the skin and hair
• Mental clarity, acumen and good memory
• The determination, the courage
• Discrimination and logic
• Awakening and enthusiasm for life

Healthy Agni

When agni is in balance then we have a strong immune system, longevity and prosperity. Creates strong appetite, good taste and digestion of food. Toxins are burned so the tongue remains clean. It also keeps body weight stable, adds a sense of confidence, security, optimism and love for life.

Factors that help the power of jataragni:

• The hot freshly cooked food.
• We fill 2/4 of our stomach with solid food, ¼ with water, ¼ remains empty.
• We ideally consume the main meal at noon between 12:00 and 14:00.
• We eat in a calm and pleasant environment.
• We choose foods according to our dosha.
• The right combination of foods.
• To include the 6 six tastes (sweet, sour, salty, bitter, spicy, astringent) during the day.
• Physical exercise.
• We seek to spend time in nature and in the sun.
• We do things that please us and avoid oppression.
• Creativity, contact with loved ones.
• We selectively "feed" our senses with beneficial impressions.