The
Science Of Ayurveda: The word Ayurveda is a Sanskrit
term meaning “science of life." It not only encompasses
science but philosophy as well. Dr. Deepak Chopra teaches this in
Perfect Health, the mind body connection. The guiding principle of
Ayurveda is that the mind exerts the deepest influence on the body,
and freedom from sickness depends upon contacting our own awareness,
bringing it into balance, then extending that balance to the body.
The link between our thoughts and health are not only relevant to
our condition, but they actually determine the condition over time.
In
Ayuveda, everything in our universe is perceived as being composed
of five elements: ether, air, fire, water, and earth, manifestations
of the Divine. These five elements form the basis for all things,
from our body types to the tastes of food. Balancing body, mind and
spirit is the key to maintaining health and successfully healing illness.
The
Ayurvedic preparation of recipes is most exquisite in its exotic tastes,
aroma. textures, and colors. When people rasied on a traditional meat-oriented
diet shfit to a vegetarian style of eating as practiced in the West,
they mostly experience positive changes in their health. But when
they try Ayurvedic recipes, they discover more than that, they discover
a deep sense of fulfillment and satisfaction. Their whole system responds
to the nourishment that comes from the subtle tastes and aromas of
the special blend of spices. These subtle spices and aromas play a
vital role in bringing us to a deeper level of health and well-being.
A
Note From Elaine - The Art and Science of Ayurvedic Cooking.
I
am announcing a new, four class series of Cooking Conscious for Body
Mind and Soul. We will have more delicious healthy recipes with all
the wonderful aromas from the spices that nurture and heal us. Cooking
in this way is an art and science and so fulfilling.
Among
the many benefits of eating the Ayurvedic way are ridding yourself
of cravings and overeating. Over time you will loose weight or balance
your ideal weight. Many diseases will disappear as your food will
give you the nutrition you need to detox and regenerate your bodies.
You can allow the spices to be your medicine as each spice has healing
qualities. You will also get in touch with your own particular body
type. Ayurvedic Cooking teaches us that Food Is Sacred and helps you
to develop "a higher taste."
You
may purchase one, two, three or all of the classes. (click here for
class details and pricing)
I.
Part I - Ayurvedic Soups: Sunday July 20. 3pm
(click here for details)
II. Vegetable Dishes: Sunday August 3, 3pm
(click here for details)
III.
Rice dishes, chutneys, sweets, drinks, and condiments: Sunday, August
17, 3pm
(click here for details)
IV. A Complete Ayurvedic Dinner Menu: Sunday, August 31, 3pm
(click here for details)
Space is limited and reservations
are required.
RSVP to elainedodson@sacredjourneyretreats.com
or call 888.362.6827 or 214.948.7266.
Send check to Sacred Journey Retreats, 315 Monssen
Dr., Dallas, TX, 75224; or pay by credit card here.
