BEWARE! 7 Food Eating Habits That Are Destroying Your Health & Body | Unhealthy | Food | Sadhguru
Summary
TLDRThe speaker emphasizes the importance of conscious living, arguing against the concept of good and bad habits. They advocate for conscious eating and digestion, suggesting that the human body functions best with an empty stomach and that overeating can lead to health issues. The transcript also touches on the yogic perspective on food, the significance of chewing food properly, and the benefits of intermittent fasting for overall health and well-being.
Takeaways
- 🧠 The importance of conscious functioning is emphasized, as it distinguishes humans from animals and allows us to perform actions intentionally rather than unconsciously.
- 🍽️ Eating consciously is highlighted as a way to maximize our potential, as opposed to eating unconsciously which can lead to lethargy and suboptimal brain and body function.
- ⏱️ The script suggests that for optimal health and energy levels, the stomach should be empty within 1.5 to 2.5 hours after eating, allowing for efficient digestion and assimilation.
- 🌱 Yoga principles stress the significance of an empty stomach for heightened perception, meditation, and overall well-being.
- 🚫 The digestive process is negatively impacted when liquid is consumed with food, as it dilutes necessary stomach acids and prolongs the time food spends in the stomach.
- 💩 An empty stomach is crucial for the efficient functioning of the excretory system, which can be hindered by continuous eating, leading to the buildup of impurities in the body.
- 🍇 The yogic perspective on hydration is to consume water-rich foods rather than drinking water, with an emphasis on the importance of the water content in food for health.
- 🍞 The quality of food, such as the freshness of bread, affects hydration and digestion, with processed or old food items being less desirable.
- 🕰️ Intermittent fasting is mentioned as a beneficial practice that has been rediscovered in modern times, supporting the traditional yogic knowledge of the benefits of an empty stomach.
- 🧘♂️ Certain postures and practices in yoga are designed to align with the body's energy systems, affecting how we receive and process food and life experiences.
- 🌿 The script advocates for a mindful approach to eating, including chewing food thoroughly and being aware of the body's response to different foods, to support overall health and vitality.
Q & A
What does the speaker believe is the fundamental difference between humans and animals regarding habits?
-The speaker believes that the fundamental difference is that humans have the capacity to act consciously, unlike animals that act unconsciously. This conscious action is what makes humans beautiful and refined.
According to the speaker, why is it not ideal to function unconsciously, especially when it comes to eating?
-Functioning unconsciously is not ideal because it prevents us from utilizing our human potential to act consciously. Eating consciously allows us to be more aware and appreciative of the food we consume, which is essential for optimal health and well-being.
What is the significance of keeping the stomach empty for the speaker's perspective on health and well-being?
-Keeping the stomach empty is significant because it allows for better brain and body function, prevents lethargy, and enables the body to function at its full potential. It also supports the digestive and excretory systems to work more efficiently.
Why does the speaker suggest that eating small meals throughout the day may not be beneficial for reaching one's full potential?
-The speaker suggests that eating small meals throughout the day may not be beneficial because the constant process of digestion uses up energy, preventing the body and brain from functioning optimally. It also hinders the body from reaching its full potential due to the continuous need for energy in the digestive process.
What does the speaker mean by the 'excretory system' shutting down when the digestive process is active?
-The speaker refers to the cellular level purification process, which is the body's way of eliminating impurities. When digestion is active, this purification process is significantly reduced, leading to a buildup of waste and potential health issues over time.
What is the importance of the water content in food according to the speaker's yogic science perspective?
-According to the speaker, it is essential to consume food that is rich in water content because it aids in hydration without diluting the digestive acids. Eating water-rich foods like fruits is preferable to drinking water alongside food, as it helps maintain efficient digestion.
Why does the speaker discourage the consumption of liquids with meals in the context of digestion?
-The speaker discourages the consumption of liquids with meals because it dilutes the necessary digestive acids, making the digestive process less efficient and causing food to remain in the stomach for a longer period, leading to feelings of lethargy and dullness.
What is the speaker's view on the importance of posture and environment while eating?
-The speaker believes that posture and environment are crucial while eating. Sitting with legs crossed and in a consecrated space can help in receiving energy from higher aspects of life and prevent the attraction of unwanted energies into the system.
According to the speaker, what is the significance of eating only 24 morsels of food and chewing each morsel 24 times?
-The significance lies in the practice of mindful eating, which helps in better digestion and maintaining alertness and energy levels. Chewing each morsel 24 times ensures that the food is well-masticated, reducing the burden on the digestive system and preventing feelings of dullness.
How does the speaker relate the concept of intermittent fasting to traditional yogic practices?
-The speaker relates intermittent fasting to traditional yogic practices by highlighting that both advocate for a gap between meals to allow the body to rest and purify itself. The speaker points out that this concept has been known and practiced in yoga for a long time, and modern science is now rediscovering its benefits.
What advice does the speaker give regarding the timing and quantity of meals for optimal health?
-The speaker advises having meals that allow the stomach to be empty within one and a half to two and a half hours after eating. They also suggest eating only one meal a day, preferably in the evening, to ensure that the body has time to digest and cleanse itself properly.
Outlines
🍽️ Conscious Eating and Digestive Efficiency
The speaker emphasizes the importance of conscious eating and its impact on human potential. They argue that unconscious habits, such as eating without awareness, can hinder our ability to function at our best. The digestive process is highlighted as energy-consuming, and it's suggested that keeping the stomach empty for 1.5 to 2.5 hours post-eating allows for optimal body and brain function. The concept of assimilation in the intestines is introduced as a less energy-intensive process. The speaker also warns against the negative effects of continuous eating on the excretory system and the potential health problems it can cause, including a buildup of impurities in the body. The importance of a clean colon and the role of food's water content in digestion are also discussed, with a critique of modern eating habits that involve processed foods and insufficient water intake.
🧘♂️ Posture and the Power of Consciousness in Eating
This paragraph delves into the significance of posture and environment during meal times, according to yogic principles. The speaker explains how the way we sit while eating can influence our energy levels and overall well-being. They caution against standing while eating due to the body's holistic response to food, and advocate for sitting with legs crossed as a means to maintain proper energy flow. The paragraph also touches on the importance of chewing food thoroughly to prevent feelings of sluggishness and to enhance the digestive process. The speaker shares personal anecdotes about their own eating habits, including intermittent fasting and the benefits they've observed from it, such as increased energy and mental clarity.
🚫 The Impact of Overeating and the Benefits of Fasting
The speaker discusses the concept of overeating and its potential to fuel the growth of cancerous cells, likening them to criminals in society. They suggest that providing a break between meals can help.
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Keywords
💡Consciousness
💡Unconscious Functioning
💡Digestive System
💡Metabolism
💡Yoga
💡Excretory System
💡Fasting
💡Water Content
💡Perception
💡Cellular Purification
💡Consecrated Space
Highlights
Habits, whether good or bad, are a sign of unconscious functioning, which is contrary to the conscious capabilities that define humanity.
Conscious eating and other actions can be as efficient as their unconscious counterparts, emphasizing the importance of conscious living.
Digestive processes consume energy, and continuous eating can lead to suboptimal brain and body function, suggesting the importance of mindful eating.
Yoga emphasizes the need for an empty stomach for optimal body and brain function, distinguishing between hunger and an empty stomach.
The digestive system and metabolism should be managed to ensure the stomach is empty within 1.5 to 2.5 hours post-eating for peak performance.
When food is in the stomach, the excretory system's efficiency is reduced, highlighting the need for proper digestion timing for overall health.
The importance of a clean colon for preventing health issues, and how eating habits can affect colon cleanliness.
Yogic science promotes eating water-rich foods like fruits instead of drinking water, emphasizing hydration through diet.
The negative impact of consuming old bread and compensating with sugary drinks on digestion and health.
Drinking liquids with food can dilute digestive acids, leading to inefficient digestion and longer stomach retention of food.
The connection between overeating and a decrease in perception and alertness, affecting overall quality of life.
The headquarters of most chronic ailments lies in the stomach, emphasizing the importance of mindful eating habits.
The significance of consecrated spaces and the intention to receive energy from higher life aspects for transformation.
The importance of sitting postures during meals in yogic culture for maintaining energy and preventing distortion of life.
Intermittent fasting is recognized in modern science as beneficial, aligning with ancient yogic practices.
Cancer prevention through meal timing, allowing for the natural death of cancerous cells when not constantly fueled.
The yogic practice of eating only 24 morsels of food and chewing each 24 times for better digestion and energy levels.
The importance of an empty stomach for cellular purification and overall health, even for those who are physically active.
The yogic perspective on food as building material for the body, and the need for experimentation to find what is suitable.
The recommendation to observe the body's response to food to determine its appropriateness, beyond just taste preferences.
Transcripts
I want to tell you there is no such
thing as good habit and bad habit habit
means you are functioning unconsciously
if you are functioning unconsciously
that's a bad thing because the whole
thing about being human is we are
capable of doing things consciously that
is the beauty of Being Human that we can
do everything consciously what an animal
does unconsciously we can do the same
thing consciously we can eat
unconsciously or we can eat consciously
thank you
if
food is constantly being processed in
your digestive system
a certain amount of energy naturally is
gone there so your both your brain and
body will not function at their best
you may not feel lethargy because you
are eating small meals but you cannot
stop the digestive process
now you think by eating small meals
through the day you can be active
throughout the day you can be but not at
your full potential
if you want to be at your full potential
you must keep your body and your
metabolism of the body in such a way
whatever whatever you eat whatever you
eat within one and a half to two and a
half hours your stomach must be empty
this is what yoga always insists stomach
being empty does not mean hunger
only when the energy levels run down you
feel hunger otherwise stomach must be
empty
only when the stomach is empty stomach
means stomach bag the food would have
moved to other areas of the intestine in
the intestine the process is very
different that's not digestion that's
assimilation
there it doesn't take much energy it's a
digestive process when the food is in
the stomach bag
at that time it's best you keep your
activity at low now throughout the day
if there's food in the stomach
then you bring down your whole potential
of life
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one more aspect when there is food in
the stomach when the digestive process
is happening the excretory system shuts
down almost
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eighty percent of it shuts down when I
say excretory system it's on the
cellular level the purification of the
body is happening that will shut down at
least 80 percent
or in other words
all the impurities which had to move out
of the system will not move out which
will create various problems for you
over a period of time
and if you eat at different times even
your excretory system from the
intestines will not happen efficiently
for you
because the waste matter doesn't come at
a certain time into the colon
it will come at different times so you
will have problem with that also so
throughout the day your colon also won't
be clean coal and not being clean means
you're asking for problems
the colon should be clean always
and yoga there's enormous importance to
this
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fruit is a substance which is over 90
percent water
and you must eat water not drink water
this is the yogic science
as far as possible you eat water you
always be conscious about the food that
you're eating what is the water content
like a South Indian meal if you eat
a cooked meal I'm talking about if you
eat very easily 60 70 water
in fact more
in some of the foods it's much more
but now the food that you're eating here
you're eating bread which was baked a
month ago probably is it minimum even
you know
so-called organic shops it's at least a
month or at least a week nobody is going
and getting fresh bread uncommon anyway
the way the bread is baked it doesn't
have water in it very very little water
so of course you're compensating that
with a bucket of Coca-Cola or something
like that
all right
but that doesn't work like that
you if you drink any liquid along with
your food
the acids that are necessary for
digestive process will get diluted your
whole digestive process gets inefficient
because food when it goes in if it
contains water it's assists but if you
put any liquid on top of it you will see
the food will remain in the stomach bag
for too long we are very concerned about
this always in the yogic culture and
life that we don't want food to remain
in our stomach bag for more than two and
a half hours maximum
in two and a half hours time it doesn't
matter what I've eaten how much I've
eaten it must go into other parts
if it remains there it makes you Dow
it makes you lose your sense of
perception your pers the level of
perception the keenness of perception is
lost which you notice if you eat food
without Coke or coffee or tea or
anything you feel down it kind of pulls
you down whole lot of people have
developed a culture around it after
lunch they have to sleep
it's like you went to the gas station
you fueled up then you can't start the
engine
because there is a gas in the tank
so that that's what it means so
to ensure that digestive system is in
full
process because for most of the chronic
ailments that people are suffering today
in the world the headquarters is in the
stomach
yes
but a lot of people is Shifting to their
head but largely headquarters is in the
stomach the way what they eat and the
way they eat
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essentially because
you can receive anything that comes
towards you in many different ways
the yogic intention always is to receive
it from the higher aspects of your life
when there is a consecrated space what
it means is there is a powerful energy
which has the possibility of
transforming you
that energy must come to you always from
the highest possibility that you can
receive
so certain cultures have very
consciously evolved these postures that
if you want to this do this this is how
you must sit it's very very important
even food I am telling you if you sit in
front of food
one advantage you have is there is a
table between you and the lower parts of
your body
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but if you sit with food but with legs
open like many people are standing and
eating
if you stand and eat there are many
negativities to this because you must
understand the longing for food is not
just in your mouth
entire body is longing for it
entire body well people will say oh
there is nothing sending above to use my
navel longing for food he is my genitals
longing for food yes it is
you may not understand every part of the
body is longing for food but it must go
through this route isn't it
hello
similarly there are other kinds of
longings in our body they must go
through the right route then only
if life works out in a certain way
otherwise you will distort life
so keeping your legs crossed whenever
you see a powerful form is a very
important thing and also food
is a very powerful thing
hello so it's important that your legs
are crossed when food comes in front of
you but you have found another way
shielding yourself with a table
all right if that is working for you but
if you're having food you're very hungry
and food is exposed to the entire body
this is not good for you this goes for
food
you never open your legs and sit like
this in front of them because that will
bring a wrong kind of energy into your
system
it's very important you receive it the
right right way it's always best to
cross your legs and sit down if you're
sitting there not sitting like this you
will attract something that you don't
need
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if you come to our ashram
all the people there who are physically
immensely active
8 10 o'clock in the morning seven
o'clock in the evening two meals
how many doctors have been telling me
that they will die of malnourishment
this will happen that will happen you
must do this you must do that
I eat only one meal a day most of the
days
one big meal I eat and that's it
and doctors telling me no no sadhguru
the way you're traveling this will
happen that will happen you must eat at
least once in four hours something you
must eat I said leave me alone I'm doing
fine
but now
a big university in America comes up
with this called intermittent fasting
it's not nonsense it's good but they
rediscovered something that we have
known forever
now everybody is saying there must be a
16 hour gap
then all your ailments will go away what
the hell were we saying all these
thousands of years the simple thing is
there are many many aspects to this
psychological physiological but now
cancer is on the rise in the world
a cancerous cell is like a criminal in
the society all of us have in our bodies
only if they become their concentration
becomes more than what they should be or
they gang up and locate themselves in
one place they become like organized
crime
so if you just give sufficient break
between one meal and the other most of
them will die because they cannot
survive
this is something we've been talking
forever
but now they've discovered it with a
billion dollar research
and I have seen hundreds and thousands
of people
who just become healthy and well simply
because
they are not fueling up all the time
when the tank is spilling
don't over
eat it's very very important
Everybody Eats two wheels I generally
eat only one meal 4 35 in the evening
because I don't like to sit in front of
the plate and worry about how much to
eat I like to eat well
is this enough it's am I looking okay
hello
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you know generally for people who are in
the yogic path you know what they say
you should eat only 24 morsels I am not
saying this to everybody
if you're noticing that you're tending
to fall asleep through the day you eat
only 24 morsels of food that is 24
mouthfuls
why 24 I will not go into the number
business now but there is a science
behind it you only eat 24 muscles
mouthful does not mean
so essentially your alertness
depends on how keenly you manage your
entities
and this is crucial if you want to
meditate
not doing 15 minutes if you want to
become meditative in your life process
this alertness alertness not of the Mind
alone alertness of your energy that your
energy is alert
if it's in an alert state
is why you are doing the sadhana
so to assist it you eat only 24
Morrisons
in the Indian way of looking at time
there is something called as a nimisha
which has something to do with 24.
that's why you eat 24. you eat 24
and still you must take the same time
that somebody who is eating a full meal
whoever just see whoever is maximum
industrian
just see their plate till they get up
you must be sitting right there
not simplicity
you must chew
to every mouthful you choose 24 times
one two three four chew it 24 times
now you will see you will take more time
than anybody else but your food is
pre-digested in your mouth before it
goes in it will not cause dullness
if you chew your food service
sufficiently you will see it will not
food will not cause dullness if it's
masticated in the mouth region
chew it well
if you chew it well the digestive
process one and a half two hours you'll
be hungry and that's a way to stay
hunger does not mean you have to your
stomach is empty does not mean you have
to put food you just have to put water
and you will stay alert you will be very
energetic you will not lose any weight
because your system will learn to use
the food that you've eaten well rather
than simply wasting it
it's uh both economically and
ecologically very good for the world
and very good for your health probably
you'll never fall sick if you eat like
that
so 24 Marshals of food you must chew 24
times each morsel full lead must become
like paste before you eat it
thank you
in The Yoga Center all the time people
are Physically Active
so everybody is very hungry by the time
it's 3 30 4 o'clock in the evening they
are extremely hungry but we learn to
live with that because empty stomach and
hunger are two different things hunger
means your energy levels start dropping
but empty stomach is a good thing
your body and your brain works at its
best only when your stomach is empty
so we always make sure we eat in such a
way how much ever we eat our stomach
must be always empty within two to two
and a half hours time maximum so we go
to bed hungry always
people think they cannot sleep they
can't sleep on an average for 25 years
on an average I slept only two and a
half to three hours these days I'm
getting little lazy and speaking
sleeping anywhere between three and a
half to four and a half hours in spite
of the level of travel that I have
because any correction and purification
that needs to happen in the body your
stomach needs to be empty it's very very
important
otherwise the purification on the
cellular level will not happen you pile
up things and then you have all kinds of
problems
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I want to tell you there is no such
thing as good habit and bad habit
you are functioning unconsciously
if you're functioning unconsciously
that's a bad thing because the whole
thing about being human is we are
capable of doing things consciously that
is the beauty of Being Human that we can
do everything consciously what an animal
does unconsciously we can do the same
thing consciously we can eat
unconsciously or we can eat consciously
we can breathe unconsciously or we can
breathe consciously everything that we
can do we can do it consciously the
moment we do something consciously
suddenly that human being looks very
refined and wonderful just because
somebody walks and speaks consciously
doesn't he become a beautiful human
being yes or no that's all
so why is it that we are trying to
develop habits as if there's a good
thing habit means
fixed realities where you don't have to
think you get up in the morning and it
will happen to you no don't try to
automize your life
that is not efficiency that is the
efficiency of the machine this one is
supposed to function intelligently and
consciously nobody is expecting it to
function like a machine
so about food and stuff
food must be suitable for the body that
we eat
for
it is for the body this is a building
material for this body the food that
you're eating what is the appropriate
food
unfortunately is all messed up but you
must experiment with food not just by
the tongue but by the body you eat
something today
and see just learn to observe how agile
and how active your body feels after
eating this food if it feels like it
wants to go to the Grave that's not good
food
if it feels like it wants to be alive
after eating this except coffee
because that's just stimulant
if you eat food and your body feels very
agile and alive that means it's good
food body is liking it
if you eat something it feels dull that
means it's not liking it it's having
difficulty with it that's why it feels
dull
okay
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