Tips for a healthy life

Dear children, a healthy and strong body is an invaluable asset. You will be able to concentrate on studies, enjoy vacations and participate in sports competitions, only if you are healthy. Lokmanya Tilak and Swatantryaveer Savarkar made special efforts to acquire physical fitness during their student life. It was due to their physical fitness, they were able to endure life-threatening conditions during while imprisoned in Mandalay and Andaman respectively. To maintain a strong healthy body, observe the following :

1. Perform yogasanas regularly

A. The secret to a Healthy and Happy life !

Yoga is considered to be a blessing from the sages of ancient times; not only does it help maintain physical health but it also activates spiritual powers in one’s body ; thus helps in achieving spiritual strength and improving the mental and intellectual ability of an individual. The sages of the Himalayas do yoga daily ; thus the sages are able to live a healthy life for several years in the Himalayan environment. By doing yoga, you can control diseases like blood pressure, joint pains, etc.

Body building exercises like aerobics provide only physical exercise along with some entertainment. Yogasana is a gift given to us by ancient sages; by regular practice of yogansanas one can live a long and healthy life.

B. Benefits of Yoga

1. The most important benefit of yoga is physical and mental therapy. The aging process, which is largely an artificial condition, caused mainly by auto intoxication or self-poisoning, can be slowed down by practicing yoga.

2. It decreases Respiratory rate.

3. It improves Eye-hand coordination.

4. It increases Energy Level.

5. It also improves concentration and memory.

6. It minimises the Respiratory problems as well as High Blood Pressure,

7. Regular yoga practice can help in weight management

Children , Yoga is the secret to a healthy and a long life. We should all start practising yoga from this very moment. Our life will then be filled with happiness.

​Suryanamaskar is a preliminary yogasana.

Click here to understand the importance, benefits and method performing Suryanamaskar.

2. Doing Pranayam (breathing exercises) regularly

Pranayam not only enhances immunity but also reduces the incidents of recurring cold, asthma and digestive disorders. Learn the various exercises under the guidance of a expert and maintain your health.

3. Embrace Ayurveda

Today, even for a minor health complaint, many people resort to allopathic medicines immediately. Why are we forgetting the importance of ayurveda? Allopathic medicines can cause side effects or can create some other disorder. This is not the case with ayurvedic medicines, which bestow a healthy and long life.

So, children next time if you suffer from cold or cough, will you ask your mother to prepare ayurvedic concoctions? Remember, the responsibility to preserve the heritage of Hindu culture lies with you.