How Food Quality Shapes Human Behavior (Ayurvedic Perspective)

Introduction: In my childhood, I heard from my father," jaisa Ann (food), waisa mann (mind)". means that as we take food, our mind acts accordingly. Later, it was observed to be very true because in Ayurvedic Sciences, it was clearly mentioned that the food develops Ojas, and Ojas is responsible for the act and governs the mind. Now, this is the matter to take serious thought. If food is not as per the rules of nature, then a man can't say himeslef a human being. 

What does it mean to be called a human?

Human: In common meaning, " human" can be suitable as 

H – humble

U – unique

M-  mammals

A – accustomed (to live)

N -  nature 

Yes. The above meaning is absolutely design by the supreme power means GOD and given all the the social behaviour in plenty and make the human as humble to every creatures, unique in making decision and common sense to determine right or wrong, a mammals that can reproduce and nurture their child, also accustomed to live in the Nature and along with the Nature. BUT, a question always sticks in mind whether "HUMAN", a powerful genius created by the Almighty, is really wearing all the characters as explained above. Absolutely, the answer will be NO. Some people may say it is partly okay. 

This is a serious discussion among societies as to why people behave like cruel creatures and destroy nature by misusing their power and potential. Is it correct? Who is permitted for humans to destroy the dwelling of other creatures and demolish the Natural Laws where a food chain and food web are given to behave within limits. This blog does not raise a finger at others, but it is a matter of self-introspection, especially nowadays, where man is leaving their auspeciousity. 

Whether we are taking satvik bhojan (pure food)? No. I will not agree if you say yes, too. Because I have seen the killing of the animal very brutally only just to satisfy the taste upon the tongue, as we know nothing is either tasty or tasteless when food leaves the mouth and moves towards the oesophagus, then the question is whether the brutal killing animal for the food material was necessary? When plenty of other food material is available in Nature. Whether we think a little bit when an animal waiting for its number at a butcher shop to be killed. Think about what would be the stress to an animal and the hormone imbalances in the body. As we know, every creature has common sense to protect itself from hunting, but being kept in closed cages and waiting for the number to be killed was not a joke. Think for yourself if it would be for us? Now, come to the point, the killing and hunting of animals comes under cruelty and against humanity, and the cells of those animals that become meat may react abnormally and alter the gene sequences of the body, resulting in many incurable diseases. Not only the diseases, but also the creation of cruelty and reducing the power of determination of right and wrong in human beings.

The food is the main source to generate the energy in the body. Satvik food (Pure food) generates an auspicious mind and energy to the body, whereas the Astvik food (impure food) generates negative energy to the body. In this, taking food is highly responsible for shaping the behavior in our society. A satvik food eater develops calm behaviour compared to others, whereas an asatvik food eater may develop violence in society. Have you ever seen the digital media's upcoming daily news, and might observe that the criminality growing in society is inhuman behavior.

Conclusion: We should note that if we are not warring with other creatures, in return, the same will come to us sooner or later, and this is happening, so we may think about it multiple times and correct ourselves before the correction takes place by the nature because it may be hazardous one.   

Stay healthy, stay safe...