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And that it\u2019s critically important to our overall health?Think of when you last cooked a delicious meal. You needed the heat in your pan to be hot enough and continuous for the food to cook effectively. Too much heat, and the food will burn. Too little heat, the food won\u2019t cook at all. Our bodies function the same way! Known in Ayurveda as agni, this essential force, this heat, this fire is essentially the key to our health! We aren\u2019t specifically talking temperature here, but rather an energetic fire that allows our body and mind to function at it\u2019s highest capacity; from a cellular level, to the tissues, to our bodily systems, and even our emotions. For example, when this fire burns brightly, we\u2019re able to digest our food fully, reaping the most benefit from the nutrients it provides. But if this light is dim, toxins accumulate, mal absorption occurs, and our body isn\u2019t able to function at it\u2019s best.When our agni is balanced, our bodies and our emotions balance as well!This is WHY it is so important to keep this internal flame burning brightly.Living an unsupportive lifestyle with a poor diet and unresolved emotions can easily dampen our agni, preventing us from thriving the way we are designed. On the flip side, when we nurture these qualities, we are able to benefit from our strong agni that radiates throughout the body.WHAT ARE THE FUNCTIONS OF AGNI?When our agni is BALANCED and healthy, myriad of amazing results naturally occur. We become physically and mentally sound.  We are able to fully digest our food in the most nourishing way so our bodies can heal and thrive. Extra bonus, we naturally feel excitement and joy for life!PHYSICAL FUNCTIONSHealthy, strong digestion, absorption, assimilation of nutrientsFormation of digestive enzymesRegular, comfortable eliminationBalanced metabolismStrong immunityLongevityCellular transformationOverall homeostasis of all systemsPhysical strength and vitalityRegulation of body temperatureFlow of cellular communicationDeep, rejuvenating sleepSkin luster, glowEMOTIONAL FUNCTIONSJoy, laughter, and contentmentMental clarity, alertness, intelligenceSensory perception (especially visual perception)Affection, laughter, happiness, and enthusiasm for lifeHigh energy and feelings of vitalityDiscrimination, reason, and logicPatience, emotional stabilityTrue love of lifeWARNING SIGNS OF IMPAIRED AGNIJust as it\u2019s important to tend to a campfire, it\u2019s important to recognize when our agni is too weak or too strong. When we learn and recognize these signs of impaired agni, we can then then prevent these symptoms from becoming long lasting! If left impaired however, impaired agni can lead to further ill health and dis-ease.So here are important warning signs that your agni is not operating at full strength:Feeling sluggish, fatigued, or weak Experience unstable emotions, such as fear, depression, anxiety, anger, brain-fogPoor or overactive appetiteImpaired digestion, such as gas, bloating, constipation, nausea, heartburn, or loose stoolsCongestion in the sinuses and lymphThese imbalances can be temporary or long-term, but the key is our digestion. Many times we have accumulated too much \u201cwaste\u201d or toxins within the body, which leads to stagnation, physically and emotionally. SO HOW DO WE REBALANCE?There are several simple and easy ways to keep your agni at it\u2019s prime. Here are some wise places to start:Enjoying 3 healthy meals a day, the largest, most diverse meal between 10am-2pm when your digestive fire is strongest!Avoiding consuming foods and beverages that put strain on your system (i.e. processed foods, refined sugar, highly processed oils, alcohol)Sipping on room-temperature or warm water throughout the day. Avoiding large amounts of water during meals. (Cold beverages can extinguish the fire of our agni)Not overeating \u2013 end a meal before the \u201cfull\u201d feeling (roughly 80% full)Getting plenty of sleep (6-8 hours), so your system can rest and replenish!Using a tongue scraper dailySupporting your digestion with herbs and supplements to allow for healthy detoxification and elimination such as YouVeda\u2019s My Healthy Digestion Packs.All in all, agni is a central part of our lives and plays a significant role in maintaining your overall health. From your physical body, digestion, mental clarity, emotional wellbeing, to your zest for life, you can now hold a greater appreciation for this energetic fire that shines within you. When we understand and respect our agni, recognize with it\u2019s imbalance, and care for it wisely, we allow ourselves to function and live at our greatest capacities!Keep on shining bright!Author: Carolyn Crews (YouVeda Wellness Contributor)"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Understanding your Internal Fire – Agni","item":"https:\/\/www.youveda.com\/understanding-your-internal-fire-agni\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]