Waking up early, say before sunrise, is a key aspect in Ayurveda. This aligns your body with natural circadian rhythms, helping balance the doshas. It feels like a fresh start, clearer headspace, and sets a tone of discipline for the day. When you rise early, warm water is a good idea to get things moving—flushes toxins, rehydrates after a night, and kickstarts digestion. Tongue scraping helps eliminate toxins, and you’ll actually love that clean feeling. Oil pulling? Yep, it can do wonders for oral health.
About moving your body, gentle yoga or stretching is great to stimulate agni and circulation without overdoing it. Poses like Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) and pranayama (breathing exercises like Anulom Vilom) are usually beneficial. Maybe a 20-30 min session? It’s enough to awaken and energize without tiring yourself out.
When it comes to meals, having your largest meal at noon when the sun and your agni are at their peak can actually help your body digest efficiently. Breakfast might be light—think warm porridge or an easy-to-digest smoothie. A full lunch with whole grains, veggies, and proteins sustain you. Dinner should be lighter like a soup or stew for easier digestion overnight.
Evening routine and sleep, now that’s crucial. Abhyanga, a self-massage with warm oil, can soothe nerves and help you unwind. Herbal teas, especially those with chamomile or ashwagandha, can calm the mind. Keeping a consistent bedtime may be more impactful than you think—supports repair and rejuvenation. Sleep isn’t just rest; it’s when the body clears out the gunk.
Starting a routine won’t happen overnight. Small changes gradually stack up. You’ll maybe trip along the way—I did—but daily consistency helps. Stick with practices that feel most effective for your body and life. I’ve found sticking to the basics before adding more can smoothen the transition. Inconsistencies are normal; don’t sweat them too much.


