- It is not just the rules for eating food Ayurveda also has certain rules when it comes to consuming leftover food, a common practice in many families.
“Eating food that is more than 24 hours old can invite digestive troubles and is not encouraged in Ayurveda,” said ayurvedic practitioner Dr Varalakshmi Yanamandra on Instagram.
The expert went on to share why Ayurveda suggests one should try to eat freshly cooked food only.
“Once you cook food, it has moisture in it. Even if you store it in the fridge, it is a breeding ground for bacteria and other pathogens,” she shared