International Journal of Emerging Research in Engineering, Science, and Management
Vol. 3, Issue 4, pp. 66-70, Oct-Dec 2024.
https://doi.org/10.58482/ijeresm.v3i4.10

Exploring the Role of Diet in Yogic Wellness: Bridging Physiological, Psychological, and Spiritual Dimensions

A. Radhika

K. Satyamurthy

Part-Time Ph.D. Research Scholar, Vedic Wellness University, Florida, United States.

Honorary Professor, Department of Yoga, Vedic Wellness University, Florida, United States.

Abstract: Food plays a vital role in maintaining the body, enhancing mental capacity, boosting immunity, and extending longevity. This paper explores the multidimensional significance of food in yogic practice, drawing from classical texts such as the Upanishads, Bhagavad-Gita, and Hatha Yoga Pradipika. These texts emphasize the classification of food into sattvic, rajasik, and tamasik, highlighting their effects on physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. The discussion extends to the functional value of food in yoga, focusing on its role in achieving harmony across physical, astral, and magnetic planes. Food is presented as a bridge between terrestrial needs and spiritual aspirations, fostering a balance between physiological, psychological, and transcendental dimensions. The paper also examines how food supports yoga practice through its therapeutic qualities, aligning with seasonal and geographical factors, and enabling holistic wellness. By integrating ancient wisdom with modern perspectives, the paper underscores the transformative power of yogic food, not only as nourishment but also as a tool for achieving self-realization and spiritual harmony.

Keywords: Anna, Druda Bhumi, Sattvik Food, Yogic Wellness.

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