Who does not know Premanand Ji Maharaj today? The fame of Radharani’s great devotee and Vrindavan Maharaj i.e. Premanand Ji has become worldwide today. People from all over the country and abroad come to Vrindavan to listen to his satsang and discourses, and his messages are also being spread through social media.

Premanand Ji Maharaj says that food is not just a means to satisfy the hunger of the body, but it is a spiritual act. Eating food by considering it as Prasad not only keeps the body healthy, but also gives peace to the mind and soul. In such a situation, today let us know which rules should be followed while eating food.

What rules should be followed while eating food:

Sanitize the food

Premanand ji Maharaj says that before starting the meal, one should take the name of God and accept it as prasad. This purifies the food and gives positive energy. Praying before eating purifies the soul. Premanand ji says wash hands before eating, sit in a clean place and thank God with a calm mind.

Amount of food

It is said that one should always eat less than the hunger. Along with food and water, leave some portion in the stomach for air. This prevents problems like indigestion, flatulence and acidity.

Overeating makes the body heavy and the mind restless. Light food increases spiritual power and keeps the body healthy.

Satvik and light food

Maharaj ji says that food should be satvik and light. Avoid onion, garlic, and tamasic food. Eat kheer, puri, dal and satvik vegetables. Satvik food keeps the mind calm and the body light.

Time to eat food

Premanand ji Maharaj says that dinner should be taken by 6 pm. Eating heavy food late at night has a bad effect on sleep and digestion. Eat in a calm environment, in silence. Avoid TV, mobile or quarrels during this time. According to Vastu Shastra, it is auspicious to eat facing east or north. This gives positive energy.

Spiritual benefits of food

According to Premanand Ji Maharaj, food is not just for the body, but for the satisfaction of the soul. With the remembrance of God, sattvik food, balanced quantity and peaceful environment, food becomes a sadhana. Following these rules leads to better health, peaceful mind, and spiritual progress.