Sahara Rose is an author currently living in Los Angeles, California.

According toAyurveda, true health stems from a balance between the mind, body, and spirit.

What to do (and what not to do) during a kitchari cleanse.

Sahara Rose

Why kitchari?

Kitchari has long been used in Ayurvedic detoxes because of its soothing impact on digestion.

Eating only kitchari is a nice break from the hard-to-digest salads and smoothies that are popular these days.

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How and when to consume it.

Consuming kitchari two times a day is recommended during a cleanse.

Eat until you get the feeling, “Icouldstill eat, but I don’t need to.”

The most important thing is to listen to your body, observe how you feel, and act accordingly.

What to drink when on a cleanse.

venture to steer clear of alcohol and coffee during your cleanse, since they are dehydrating.

Instead, make herbal teas and elixirsespecially those containingginger,turmeric, andashwagandhayour best friends.

you might drink as much herbal tea as you like on your cleanse.

Should anyone avoid this cleanse?

Kitchari cleansing is considered safe because it consists of real, cooked food.

How to reintroduce food after the cleanse.

The key is to keep your food as easy to digest as possible.

The benefits of a kitchari cleanse.

In Ayurveda, proper digestion is a cornerstone of health.

A kitchari cleanse helps balance your agni by promoting detoxification.

So after undergoing a cleanse, you’re able to expect to feel energized and clearheaded.

Another benefit of this cleanse is that it can make you more aware of your eating tendencies.

A basic kitchari recipe.

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Helpful tips for a cleanse.

Kitchari cleanses are very popular in Ayurvedic tradition.