Nourishing Healing Ayurvedic Recipes Book - Written by Mrs. Gita Ramesh

I’m not someone who usually cooks, so I was a bit intimidated at first. But the steps are clear and the recipes don’t require fancy cooking skills. I loved the emphasis on spices, it made simple meals taste really flavorful. The two-week format kept me motivated because it felt achievable. I also appreciated that this wasn’t pushing supplements or strict calorie numbers, just real food and mindful eating. I walked away with recipes I actually want to keep making, especially the soups and herbal drink blends.

I’ve tried keto, intermittent fasting, and a bunch of other diet trends but most of them didn’t feel good long-term. This cookbook felt different because the meals were comforting, warm, and easy on the stomach. No cold salads or complicated prep. Everything feels nourishing. I didn’t lose a dramatic amount of weight in two weeks, but I did feel my clothes fit better and my face looked less puffy. It feels like something you could repeat every few months as a reset.

I bought this because I was curious about Ayurvedic approaches to eating, but I didn’t want something overly complicated. This cookbook explains the why behind the food choices in a very simple way, which helped me actually follow it. I didn’t feel hungry or deprived. My favorite part was the focus on timing of meals and gentle morning routines. It’s not flashy, but it’s very grounded. I started sleeping better within the second week, which I didn’t expect. If you want something holistic but not overwhelming, this is a good pick.

I work long hours and I’m not great at meal planning, but this book made the process straightforward. The layout is clean, and the ingredient lists are short and affordable. I liked that the focus wasn’t just eat less, it’s about eating foods that support digestion and metabolism. The two-week plan gave me structure without feeling restrictive. I ended up using some recipes even after the two weeks were done, especially the herbal teas and vegetable stews. My digestion genuinely improved, less heaviness after meals.

I picked up this cookbook because I wanted something practical, not another fitness book with impossible routines or ingredients I can’t find. I really liked how simple the recipes are. Most meals use everyday items like lentils, vegetables, rice, and spices. What surprised me was how light I felt after a week, the meals are filling but not heavy. I didn’t lose a ton of weight, but I definitely felt more energized and less bloated. For me, it’s a reset guide, not a crash diet, which is what makes it sustainable.