Diets for Yoga
Gut-Friendly Diet Plan by American Academy of Yoga in Medicine
Introduction
Embarking on a Gut-Friendly Diet Plan journey often conjures up images of restrictive eating and calorie counting. However, a holistic approach to Gut-Friendly Diet Plan focuses on nourishing the body with the right nutrients while promoting overall well-being. In this blog, we unveil a day's worth of meals designed to foster Gut-Friendly Diet Plan , enhance vitality, and support a healthy lifestyle.
Early Morning Rituals for Metabolic Boost (7:00 AM): Your journey to Gut-Friendly Diet Plan starts with what you consume first thing in the morning. Kickstart your metabolism with a choice of herbal beverages:
Breakfast :
Timing: Consume this meal 1-2 hours before your workout to provide sustained energy.
Option 1 :
Poha (Flattened Rice) Upma
Vegetable Paratha (Whole Wheat Flatbread):
Timing: Consume 30-60 minutes before exercise for quick energy.
Banana:
Breakfast :
Timing: Consume this meal 1-2 hours before your workout to provide sustained energy.
Option 1 :
Poha (Flattened Rice) Upma
- 1 cup of Poha
- 1/2 cup of mixed vegetables (onions, carrots, peas)
- Curry leaves, mustard seeds, and turmeric for seasoning
- 1/2 cup of sprouted moong
- Chopped cucumber, tomato, and coriander
- Squeeze of lemon juice
- 1 cup of tea with milk, ginger, cardamom, and a pinch of cinnamon
Vegetable Paratha (Whole Wheat Flatbread):
- 2 medium-sized parathas stuffed with mixed vegetables
- 1 small bowl of homemade curd mixed with grated cucumber and mint leaves
- 1 cup of green tea with a squeeze of lemon
Timing: Consume 30-60 minutes before exercise for quick energy.
Banana:
- 1 medium-sized banana
During Exercise:
During Exercise is crucial in a Gut-Friendly Diet Plan; it should be hearty yet balanced.
Stay Hydrated :
Timing: Consume this meal within 30-60 minutes after your workout to replenish energy stores and promote muscle recovery.
Makhana (Fox Nuts) and Nuts Mix :
During Exercise is crucial in a Gut-Friendly Diet Plan; it should be hearty yet balanced.
Stay Hydrated :
- Drink water or an electrolyte-rich beverage to stay hydrated during your workout. Proper hydration supports digestion and helps transport nutrients to your cells.
Timing: Consume this meal within 30-60 minutes after your workout to replenish energy stores and promote muscle recovery.
- Grilled Fish or Chicken Breast: 100g of grilled fish or chicken breast
- Brown Rice Pulao: 1/2 cup of cooked brown rice with mixed vegetables
- Dal (Lentil Curry): 1 small bowl of dal (lentil curry)
- Salad: Cucumber, tomato, and carrot salad with lemon juice dressing
Makhana (Fox Nuts) and Nuts Mix :
- 1 small bowl of roasted makhana and mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, and cashews)
- Roti (Whole Wheat Flatbread): 2 medium-sized rotis
- Grilled Paneer (Cottage Cheese) or Tofu: 100g of grilled paneer or tofu
- Mixed Vegetable Sabzi (Stir-Fry): 1 small bowl of mixed vegetable sabzi made with minimal oil
- Curd (Yogurt): 1 small bowl of homemade curd
- Fruit Salad : A mix of seasonal fruits like papaya, apple, and orange
- Water: Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and support digestion.
- Buttermilk (Chaas): 1 glass of buttermilk with a pinch of roasted cumin powder and mint leaves
