Govinda Organic Laddu
The Indian cuisine is really popular in Europe. Especially in England curries replace the traditional fish and chips. When we think of Indian dishes we usually have spicy dishes in mind. But something sweet? You will assume it: Even sweets have an established position in the Ayurvedic dietetics and can be enjoyed with good conscience. Ayurveda (Eng. knowledge of life) is a traditional Indian art of healing. It is based on the teachings of the three doshas: Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Dosaha(s) means something like "something that can cause problems." Their combination gives everyone an individual constitution. According to the Ayurvedic teaching physical well-being depends on the balance of the three doshas. Everyone who delves into Ayurveda will first of all find out which dosha predominates in them self. A diet tailored to the own body type is said to keep body and soul in balance and thereby should prevent diseases.
The Ayurvedic dietetics also has some general recommendations that perfectly match the western nutritional science. For example you should only eat when you are hungry. The main meal is lunch. It is recommended not to eat before the last meal is digested. You should take your time eating your meals and not eat in a rush or in a standing position. As a rough measurement the following applies: not more than two handfuls. Fresh and local food are to be preferred. Drink water or tea with it, but only if you are thirsty. In Ayurveda six senses of taste (rasa) are differentiated that should be included in every meal: sweet, sour, spicy, salty, bitter and astringent. Furthermore no natural needs should be suppressed when eating. This recommendation you should however not follow unconditionally in our latitudes, if you still want to be invited over to dinner.
But what about sweets? In Ayurveda, sweet is a flavor that provides the body with energy. Thus sweet things will definitely be included in the diet. In order to remain in balance you should however enjoy them responsibly and in moderation. Laddu is ideal. The small chick pea balls are traditionally used as pilgrim food in India. On arrival at the Holy Places pilgrims often are served Laddu. So they can give back energy to their exhausted bodies. At the same time they strengthen themselves for the upcoming meditation. According to Ayurveda, this sweet treat has a kapha-balancing effect. On the subcontinent Laddu has a very long history. It also has a fixed place in the ancient Indian mythology: The Hindu deity Ganesha for example is often shown with a bowl full of Laddu.
Govinda now makes this Indian specialty available for us. Four delicious types prove that sweets can taste very delicious even without artificial additives. Govinda Laddu Nature only consists of chickpeas, clarified butter and cane sugar. Due to the slow roasting of the chickpeas this delicacy get its characteristic wonderful nutty flavor. The various properties of the chickpeas contribute significantly to a holistic experience. Govinda Coconut Laddu combines the original Laddu taste with the freshness of coconut flakes. Western connoisseurs thus can enjoy an oriental delicacy with exotic fruit flavor. Govinda Saffron Laddu and Sesame Laddu are extra aromatic: stress and constant business of our Western lifestyle give this "food of the gods" a completely new task. It offers a holistic indulgence and helps to regain lost vitality. Furthermore it is as a nutritious dessert, snack or accompaniment to tea for example after meditation. Your taste senses will be pleasantly surprised by the naturalness.
