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                                           Silence in the Himalayas: The Journey of Captain Katorch In a remote village at the foothills of the Indian Himalaya mountains,  I encountered Captain Katorch - a retired army officer whose life exemplifies true sainthood. He lives with his family on a sacred parcel of land, cultivating rice and vegetables to sustain themselves.  What truly sets Captain Katorch apart is his extraordinary commitment to silence.  He sits quietly every morning and evening for 3 hours at a time, without breathing and without heart pulse.  In this silent stillness, his mind becomes utterly inactive, and the external world dissolves into illusion - a world that is impermanent and ephemeral, a creation of the mind.  When he emerges from this total detachment, the mind again generates the world with all the phenomena and goes ...

  The Story of Whole Organic Brown Rice Whole organic brown rice is a nutrient-rich grain that offers substantial health benefits, particularly within macrobiotic and yogic dietary frameworks. Nutritionally, brown rice retains its bran and germ, providing essential nutrients such as fiber, B vitamins, magnesium, and antioxidants like phenolic compounds and flavonoids. These components support digestion, regulate blood sugar levels, and reduce inflammation, contributing to overall health   In macrobiotic philosophy, brown rice is esteemed for its balanced yin and yang energies, making it a centering food that promotes harmony within the body.   Its grounding properties help stabilize physical and emotional states, aligning with the macrobiotic goal of achieving equilibrium through diet. https://www.tracymatesz.com/brown-rice-and-macrobiotics.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com From a spiritual perspective, brown rice is considered a sattvic food in yogic traditions, meaning it fo...

  The Story of White Rice in India Polished Deception: How British Colonial Milling Stripped India's Rice of Its Nutritional Essence During British colonial rule in the 19th century, the introduction of mechanical milling processes transformed India's rice consumption. Traditional hand-pounded methods, which preserved the nutrient-rich bran and germ layers, were replaced by techniques that produced polished white rice. This shift prioritized taste, shelf life and visual appeal over nutritional value, leading to widespread health issues. The removal of essential nutrients, particularly thiamine (vitamin B₁), resulted in a surge of beriberi cases - a neurological disease linked to thiamine deficiency. Ironically, the discarded rice polishings, rich in these vital nutrients, were often fed to livestock or discarded, exacerbating the problem.   This colonial-era change not only altered dietary habits but also had lasting health implications for the Indian populace. The prefer...