Departed from tradition

As the world "celebrated" world diabetes day yesterday. I spoke to a naturopath and yoga master. In his words " over the past two decades, our ( indian) style of eating has transformed.  With raising disposal income in our pockets, we've  started eating whatever comes in our platter. Eating ragi( millet) is seen as inferior grain. Raw rice has replaced boil rice. The only thing that can be found in raw rice is starch. Nothing else. At least, one could see cylists on the road a couple of decades back. Thanks to rise in economic status, pedaling cycle has become a thing of the past. The very fundamental thing that could prevent or delay the onset of diabetes is strictly following a diet regimen. Leafy vegetables and keerai (greens) are rarely taken or not at all taken altogether. Instead, we take more carbohydrates in the form of potato chips and colas.
Last but not least, our mind is so corrupt. Economic freedom has given us so much freedom yet we seem to yearn for " something- missing" phenomenon.  Whenever our anxiety levels goes up and down. The secretion of insulin gets disrupted. We ought to develop a contentment. Always show gratitude to the almighty or to the mother nature that you live with so much comforts at your disposal. To lead a peaceful life always compare your lifestyle with someone who is enjoying less comforts. That would give a sense of contentment".