Depending on the consistency, the food articles are classified into four categories: drinkable, likable, eatable, and chew-able. These four types are further abbreviated under two classes as liquid foods and solid foods respectively. Thus both type of food shall be consumed till half of it satiety or till feeling of satiety. This quantity will definitely be digested in due time, without disturbing doshas' physiology ([[prakriti]]), thus indicating aahara matra. Subjective parameters shall be observed carefully to decide the proper quantity of food [Cha. Sa.[[Vimana Sthana]] 2/6]. Food consumed in the appropriate quantity enhances strength, complexion, and nourishment of tissues. | Depending on the consistency, the food articles are classified into four categories: drinkable, likable, eatable, and chew-able. These four types are further abbreviated under two classes as liquid foods and solid foods respectively. Thus both type of food shall be consumed till half of it satiety or till feeling of satiety. This quantity will definitely be digested in due time, without disturbing doshas' physiology ([[prakriti]]), thus indicating aahara matra. Subjective parameters shall be observed carefully to decide the proper quantity of food [Cha. Sa.[[Vimana Sthana]] 2/6]. Food consumed in the appropriate quantity enhances strength, complexion, and nourishment of tissues. |