Soak and Eat These 4 Super Foods Every Morning
If I ask you, which is the most common health problem? Then I am sure that each one of us will have a different answer. Some will say digestive problems, others might say heart problems, for many its weight loss, for some its diabetes, a few will say skin problems, some might even say brain disorders. And that’s true as well.
Because there is no one problem that is most common. In fact, all these problems have become very common nowadays. If you look around, it is very likely that you will find someone or the other would be suffering from these. But is there anything, that if we include in our diet will help us get relief from almost all these common problems?
Yes, today I want to share with you 4 foods. Well, it will be wrong to call them just foods. All these are superfoods but when we soak them at night and then eat them in the morning, its their combination which will help you get relief in more than 100 health issues.
Mentioned clearly in Ayurvedic scriptures and also today validated by Modern science,
What are these 4 superfoods? In how much quantity should we consume them? What is the right time to eat them? Why you should not eat them without soaking? We will talk about each of these aspects in detail.
So, to get the maximum benefit from this miraculous combination, I recommend that you read this article till the last. So without any further delay, let’s get started.
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Often we try to find solution to our health problems in market’s expensive supplements. But believe it or not, nature has given us such amazing foods which obviously are 100% natural, provide numerous benefits without causing any side effects. Today let’s talk about 4 such foods.
Let’s begin with the first superfood which is Dry Fig.
1. Dry Fig (Anjeer)
Figs, commonly known as anjeer is a fruit which when ripe is dark purple in colour and has many small small seeds. But most of us are familiar with their dried version which is sold in ropes.
⏩ Dry Figs (Anjeer) benefits for male and female digestion
Anjeer is not only high in fibre but the quality of its fibre is top class. Which is why Anjeer is considered among the top foods for digestive health. So if you have constipation or you don’t feel satisfied after going to toilet then you should start eating anjeer. Studies have shown that dried figs are a natural laxative which is why eating anjeer increases the speed at which waste passes through the intestines and leaves the system.
⏩ Dry Figs (Anjeer) benefits for reproductive health
Anjeer is no less than a supplement for your reproductive health. In males, it increases sperm count and sexual stamina. While in women, it balances the hormones, regulates ovulation cycle and increases fertility.
⏩ Dry Figs (Anjeer) benefits for skin
Figs are extremely effective in skin problems. That’s because first, anjeer is anti inflammatory and secondly its rich in antioxidants , including Viamins A, C and E. As a result, it kills skin damaging free radicals and cools down inflammation caused in any layer of the skin. So much so that in a study when 45 children who were suffering from dermatitis applied anjeer fruit extract twice daily for 2 weeks, it was found to be more effective than its standard treatment cream.
Anjeer has massive amount of nutrients that help regulate various functions of the body. Be it for reducing triglyceride levels, to reverse fatty liver, to get relief from joint pains or for increasing hair growth, provided you eat them the right way.
Second food that you will need is Walnut.
2. Walnut
⏩ Walnut benefits for men and women
If you notice, walnut looks very similar to a human brain. Perhaps, it is nature’s way of telling us. Because not just in Ayurveda, even modern studies today have no doubt about the fact that walnut is a superfood for your brain. It is one of those rare vegetarian foods on which you can depend for omega 3 fatty acids without having to buy a supplement. This is the reason walnuts are known to sharpen the memory, increase concentration power, improves neurological pathways and grow the number of brain cells which is why any disorder related to brain, walnuts are helpful.
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Being an excellent source of healthy fats, it reduces the bad cholesterol in the body and increases good cholesterol. It softens the arteries, protects them from calcification, as a result blood passes swiftly and the chances of a heart attack come down. Another interesting benefit of eating walnuts which most people are unaware of is that it helps kills cancer cells in the body. But how many walnuts should you consume daily, that we will talk further in this article.
Third superfood is Raisins.
3. Raisins
⏩ Soaked resins benefits for male and female digestion
When grapes are dried, they turn into raisins, commonly known as Kishmish. It is naturally sweet but because it is very high in antioxidants and fibre, it helps digest food well. Even after sleeping well at night, if you feel low on energy, a sense of fatigue surrounds you throughout the day and you have tried all expensive supplements, then once turn to raisins. What proves this point is the research that showed that athletes can perform just as well on raisins as they can on a sports drink.
People who have low blood pressure, who often feel dizzy, uneasy or low on energy, kishmish should be their go to choice. If you are iron deficient, have less blood count and want to increase haemoglobin level, raisins are a natural remedy for it. Raisins have Boron in them which combines with calcium and vitamin D in the body to make bones stronger. Any problem related to teeth and gums, raisins come to your rescue. But can Diabetics eat them? We will see this later.
Finally, at number four are Almonds.
4. Almonds
⏩ Soaked almonds benefits
Almonds commonly known as Badam are not only have copper, magnesium and phosphorus but they are especially rich in selenium. Selenium is a powerful antioxidant that strengthens the hair follicles, helps reverse thyroid disorders and has been proven to lower the risk of cancers.
⏩ Soaked almonds benefits for skin
Almond is hands down one of the best sources of Vitamin E and it is this Vitamin E that plays a major role in keeping your skin soft and clear. Vitamin E is medicinal for eyes, heart and fatty liver. Regular consumption of almonds makes your teeth and bones stronger, increases brain power and scientifically speaking it even helps lose weight. Because almonds are low in carbs but high in protein, healthy fats and fibre, it brings down blood sugar as well. This has been well estabilished by many studies. Almonds have uncountable benefits.
❓ Which type of almonds is best? Local almonds vs California almonds? ❓
But which almonds? We are talking about our local variety of almonds like the Gurbandi Almonds and Mamra Giri. These Indian subcontinent almonds, in comparison to california almonds are smaller in size but way bigger in terms of nutrients. Actually, these almonds have more amount of oil in them in contrast to the california almonds. It is this oil in almonds which is beneficial for heart, brain, skin, hair, bones and eyes. So always try buying the desi variety of almonds. Every grocery store has them. If still for some reason, you don’t get them, you can use the regular california almonds as well.
How to use these 4 soaked Super Foods?
Now, this much is clear that all four are superfoods. But its important to know how and in how much quantity should we take them. Else, instead of getting the benefit, it can harm you.
Its simple. Before going to sleep at night, in a small bowl put 4 almonds. Prefer using small desi almonds as discussed earlier. In the same bowl put one walnut as well. Add some water so that both almonds and walnut get soaked in it.
Now, in another bowl, put 2 pieces of dried figs and 4 raisins. Not more than that. In this bowl, put just as much water as is enough to soak them.
Now notice, we have soaked almonds and walnut in one bowl. While figs and raisins in a separate bowl. There is a reason behind it. Its that the water in which walnut and almonds are soaked, it should not be consumed. That’s because, almond, walnuts and other nuts have anti nutrients like phytic acid that are removed in the water in which they are soaked. On the other hand, the water in which dried fruits like figs and raisins get soaked should definitely be used. This water has energy and some water soluble nutrients get added as well. So, we don’t have to throw fig raisins water.
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Now, in the morning, first peel the skin off almonds. Yes, often people doubt that since the peel of almonds has nutrients then why should we remove it? Contrary to modern science, Ayurveda is clear that the peel of almonds, no matter how nutritious it is, creates hindrance in their digestion. What’s the use you eat almonds and you don’t even get proper benefits? This is the reason our mothers and grandmothers have always advised us to soak the almonds and then peel off their skin before eating them.
Walnut’s skin isn’t as problematic in digestion. Still try to remove it as much as possible. Figs and raisins would have also swelled up by then. Now eat all these 4 things together. Chew them properly in such a way that they turn into a paste in your mouth. If you will gulp them fast, they won’t get absorbed properly and you will fail to reap its benefits. While if you spend some time chewing them in your mouth, your stomach won’t have to do much effort and the results will be instant. Also don’t forget to drink the anjeer raisin water along.
Now comes another question. When should we eat it.
When should we eat these 4 super foods?
Be clear. In the morning, just after waking up, first drink plain water, then go freshen up and then you can have it. After eating these 4, It would be ideal not to eat anything for the next 1 hour. After that you can have your regular breakfast. But just in case, you don’t get that much time in morning, in that case you can have this just before you start eating your breakfast. Have no doubt that the combination of almonds, walnuts, figs and raisins is such a powerful supplement that even the most expensive multivitamins can’t stand its effectiveness.
Can diabetics eat figs and raisins?
Another comment that came into my notice was that can diabetics eat figs and raisins? Yes, since, it’s a natural food and quantity is in moderation, it can be easily consumed by diabetics. you can eat it. Basically, it checks all the boxes. You can have it daily. It has no side effects. At least take for 2 months consistently. If you are bothered that its summer time and these things can cause body heat then hold on. First of all, the quantity of each food is very limited.
Can these things cause body heat?
Secondly we have soaked all four of them. And most importantly, as per Ayurvedic scriptures almonds and walnuts are heating for the body but figs and raisins are cooling for the body. Overall, its a balanced combination. So no matter what your body type is, it is 100% safe for you.
Conclusion
According to Ayurveda, it has such a penetrating effect on the body that all the 7 main bodily tissues get nourished. Body weakness can’t stay if you are regularly eating it. Your blood count will increase, haemoglobin level will rise, face will begin to glow. Trust me, within a few days you will experience such benefits that you might regret why you didn’t do it earlier.
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