What is a yoga diet? And what should you eat before and after yoga classes?
In essence, a yoga diet is a healthy one based in Ayurvedic principles and the consumption of sattvic foods like wholemeal grains, fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, and legumes and teas. But importantly, ayurveda philosophy believes that every body is different and will thrive off slightly different foods. What’s more, one of the philosophical teachings of yoga – ahimsa – affects the diets of many yogis. This limb translates as non-harming and caused many yogis to adopt a vegetarian or vegan diet. Some would argue our food choices are inexplicably linked to our spiritual development, which is perhaps why so many yogis have chosen to go meat-free. In terms of actual yoga food groups and meals, like we said, please bear in mind that every ones constitution and digestion are different, so what is great for one person might not be suitable for another. We are only here to offer suggestions, for the best results you’ll have to experiment with your own diet before and afte