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The Science of Reincarnation,
The Toll of Karma
(3) Rajshik, that means a blend of above two classes. Spiritual uplifment has been associated with Satvik food.
If some one kills an animal, a process of taking life is involved. The animal meat is thus bonded with actions of killing. Various Karmic Particles, for example anger, insecurity, desire, ego, helplessness etc are involved. This food when is consumed will excite five senses and thus is likely to lead the eater in performing acts which are not under the control of eater. The actions will now be directed by the type of food taken. This is one of the reason that a student who wants to practice Yoga is to practice first controlling the diet or the food. Without Satvik food, the practice of Yoga is incomplete. It is like a bud being is cut and put into water to bloom but the fragrance of the flower will be different than it is on the tree itself.
One of the basic principles of Ayurveda system of medicine practiced in India for thousands of years is that when you eat you should not think about any thing else except eating. One should be free from anger, depression or mental stress, etc., because they impart various actions to your food. If your mind is at a peaceful stage while eating then the same food becomes very nutritive and healthy. Our body produces various chemicals including
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