Metabolism is more than calorie burning. It fuels immunity, vitality, and clarity. In Ayurveda, this fire is called Agni. With small rituals like warm water, spices, seasonal eating, you can strengthen it at any stage of life.
Metabolism is often spoken of in terms of weight or energy. Yet, in Ayurveda, it is the everyday routine that keeps the body’s inner flame alive. Known as Agni, this digestive fire governs not only how you process food, but how you absorb life itself, says Ayurvedacharya Dr Partap Chauhan, Founder and Director, Jiva Ayurveda.
“Strong Agni sustains immunity, vitality, and even mental sharpness,” he explains. Agni, he says, can be protected and strengthened at every age with simple, everyday rituals.
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According to Ayurveda, what you eat, how you rest, and how you move together decide how efficiently this fire burns across decades. “Unlike instant remedies, Ayurveda places emphasis on everyday habits; small, steady acts that preserve balance. When Agni is balanced, the body feels light, energy flows smoothly, and emotions become calmer. But when weakened, it invites sluggishness, illness, and premature ageing,” says Dr Chauhan shares.
Ayurveda tips to keep metabolism strong at every age
Start your morning with warm water: Begin the day with a glass of warm water. It awakens digestion and prepares Agni for the hours ahead. “Adding ginger or cumin activates circulation and primes metabolism without any strain,” suggests Dr Chauhan.
Adapt meals to your stage of life: Metabolism changes with age. Youth may manage rich, heavy foods, but later years require lighter, well-cooked meals. “Adjusting food to life’s stages ensures that digestion works with ease, rather than against time,” he adds.
Eat with the seasons: Focus on seasonal eating. Cooling fruits, cucumbers, and leafy greens soothe summer heat, while warm grains, pulses, and ghee nourish in winter. This alignment with nature keeps metabolism in harmony.
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Use spices for support: Kitchen spices can do wonders to the body. “Turmeric cleanses, fennel cools and aids digestion, while cinnamon helps stabilise energy. Use them wisely, as excess heat can disturb Agni rather than support it,” advises Dr Chauhan.
Stay active everyday: Movement sustains metabolism, whether through yoga, brisk walks, or household tasks. The focus is on regularity, not intensity. “Even ten minutes of mindful activity can keep the inner flame steady,” he suggests.
Keep meal timings steady: Irregular meal timings are unhealthy. “Eating at consistent times trains digestion to work efficiently. Late-night meals, in contrast, slow metabolism and disturb natural cycles,” Dr Chauhan says.
Protect rest and reduce stress: Agni is restored during deep, quality rest. Evening rituals like herbal teas, breathing practices, light oil massage, may help calm the body and prepare it for sleep. Stress management, too, keeps hormonal rhythms in balance, supporting metabolism naturally.
Disclaimer: This article, including health and fitness advice, only provides generic information. Don’t treat it as a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist for specific health diagnosis.
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