The Yoga of the Threefold Faith

Krishna describes sattvic food—food that is dear to sattvic people. 'Āyuḥ-sattva-balārogya-sukha-prīti-vivardhanāḥ'—these foods increase (vivardhanāḥ) life (āyuḥ), purity (sattva), strength (bala), health (ārogya), happiness (sukha), and pleasure (prīti). These are foods that nourish body, mind, and spirit. They're 'rasyāḥ snigdhāḥ sthirā hṛdyāḥ'—juicy (rasyāḥ), smooth (snigdhāḥ), stable (sthirāḥ), and pleasing to the heart (hṛdyāḥ). Sattvic foods are fresh, natural, nourishing—like fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy, nuts. They're not just physically healthy—they promote mental clarity and spiritual growth. Understanding this helps you recognize sattvic food and choose it to support your growth.