Hydration Remedies

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MAAND:

Maand is an Ayurvedic remedy that provides hydration and nutrition. Rice water with added ginger, cumin, and salt can help improve digestion and provide essential vitamins and minerals.

Ingredients:

  • 0.25 cup of well washed white or brown basmati rice

  • 3.5 cups of clean water

  • Pinch of rock salt

  • Pinch of ginger powder

  • Pinch of cumin

Instructions:

  • Cook the rice in the water until it is very soft.

  • Wait for the rice and water mixture to cool down to room temperature.

  • Strain the rice and drink the water mixture.

  • Add the pinch of rock salt, ginger powder, and cumin to the mixture before drinking.

Benefits of drinking Maand:

  • Hydrates the body: Rice water is a natural electrolyte that helps replenish the body's fluids and improve hydration.

  • Supports digestion: The addition of ginger, cumin, and salt helps improve digestion and soothe any digestive discomfort.

  • Nourishing: Rice water is rich in vitamins and minerals, making it an excellent nourishing drink.

Contraindications:

  • Constipation: It's important to note that Maand should not be consumed by individuals who suffer from constipation as it may worsen their condition.

Other options for hydration:

  • Drink Spring Water-
    Spring water is considered the best water to drink in Ayurveda because it is believed to be pure and balanced in minerals, having a neutral pH. It is also thought to have natural energy, known as prana, that supports overall health and hydration. Spring water is also considered less contaminated compared to other sources of water and thus considered beneficial for overall health and well-being according to Ayurveda principles.

  • Diluted Pomegranate juice with a pinch of salt-
    In Ayurveda, diluted pomegranate juice in water with a pinch of salt is considered hydrating because it replenishes electrolytes, vitamins, and minerals, helps regulate sugar content, and has a balancing effect on the three doshas, supporting overall health and hydration.

  • Simply add pinch of rock salt and pinch of Jaggary (Unrefined cane sugar) to your water-
    Adding rock salt and jaggery to water is considered hydrating in Ayurveda. Rock salt provides essential minerals like sodium and chloride. Jaggery provides simple sugars and electrolytes for quick energy and hydration. The combination balances water's flavor and sweetness. This addition is believed to balance the three doshas and support overall health and hydration.

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