Boost Your Energy with These 5 Superfoods: Dr. Yogrishi Vishvketu's Expert Insights | Exclusive

In today's fast-paced world of fast food, long hours, and constant digital stimulation, the immune system quietly faces constant challenges. Yogic and Ayurvedic wisdom remind us that true resilience comes not from supplements alone, but from food prepared and eaten with awareness, balance, and gratitude. To learn more about immunity-boosting superfoods, we have exclusively connected with Himalayan Yoga Master Dr. Yogrishi Vishvketu. He emphasizes the importance of what he calls “happy food," fresh, seasonal meals cooked with intention. “When food is infused with gratitude and care, it elevates Prana, strengthens digestion, and allows the body to heal itself from within.”

Here are five powerful superfoods, time-honoured in Ayurveda and validated by modern science, that can support immunity, vitality, and balance.

1. Amla (Indian Gooseberry):

One of Ayurveda's greatest Rasayanas, Amla, is loaded with Vitamin C and antioxidants. It strengthens the immune system, improves iron absorption, and supports clear skin and healthy vision.

2. Turmeric (Haldi):

Called “the golden spice,” turmeric's curcumin compounds fight inflammation, purify the blood, and protect the liver. In warm milk or with ghee, it acts as a healing tonic.

3. Moringa (Drumstick Leaves):

Often called a “miracle tree,” moringa is naturally rich in protein, iron, and chlorophyll. It supports energy, detoxification, and healthy metabolism.

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4. Ghee:

In Yogic nutrition, cow's ghee is a sacred nourishment. It lubricates tissues, improves digestion, and enhances absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, making other superfoods more effective.

5. Sprouted Mung:

Beans are Alkaline, protein-rich, and easy to digest. Sprouts help balance blood sugar and support cellular repair—an excellent option for light yet energizing meals.

At Akhanda Yoga Ashrams in Rishikesh, such foods are prepared fresh, in line with the principle of Shaucha (purity and cleanliness). When meals are treated as a ritual of awareness, food truly becomes medicine, nourishing not just the body but also the mind and spirit. This Nutrition Week, let your plate be a reminder that mindful eating is the foundation of strong immunity, inner balance, and radiant vitality