Soak and Eat These 4 Things Every Morning

If I ask you, which is the most common health problem? Then I am sure that each one of us will have a different answer. Some will say digestive problems, others might say heart problems, for many it's weight loss, for some it's diabetes, a few will say skin problems, some might even say brain disorders. And that’s true as well. 

Because there is no one problem that is most common. In fact, all these problems have become very common nowadays. If you look around, it is very likely that you will find someone or the other suffering from these.

But is there anything, that if we include in our diet will help us get relief from almost all these common problems? Yes, today I want to share with you 4 foods. Well, it will be wrong to call them just foods. 

All these are superfoods but when we soak them at night and then eat them in the morning, its their combination which will help you get relief in more than 100 health issues. Mentioned clearly in Ayurvedic scriptures and also today validated by Modern science.

What are these 4 superfoods? In how much quantity should we consume them? What is the right time to eat them? Why you should not eat them without soaking? We will talk about each of these aspects in detail. So, to get the maximum benefit from this miraculous combination, I recommend that you read this article till the very end.

Introduction to the 4 Superfoods

Often we try to find solutions to our health problems in market’s expensive supplements. But believe it or not, nature has given us such amazing foods which obviously are 100% natural, provide numerous benefits without causing any side effects. Today let’s talk about 4 such foods.

1. Dry Figs (Anjeer)

Figs, commonly known as anjeer, are fruits which when ripe are dark purple in color and have many small seeds. Most of us are familiar with their dried version which is sold in ropes. 

Anjeer is not only high in fiber but the quality of its fiber is top class. Which is why Anjeer is considered among the top foods for digestive health.

• If you have constipation or you don’t feel satisfied after going to the toilet, then you should start eating anjeer.
• Studies have shown that dried figs are a natural laxative which is why eating anjeer increases the speed at which waste passes through the intestines and leaves the system.

Anjeer is no less than a supplement for your reproductive health.

• In males, it increases sperm count and sexual stamina.
• In females, it balances hormones, regulates ovulation cycle, and increases fertility.

Figs are extremely effective in skin problems. That’s because first, anjeer is anti-inflammatory and secondly its rich in antioxidants, including Vitamins A, C and E. As a result, it kills skin damaging free radicals and cools down inflammation caused in any layer of the skin.

So much so that in a study when 45 children who were suffering from dermatitis applied anjeer fruit extract twice daily for 2 weeks, it was found to be more effective than its standard treatment cream.

Anjeer has a massive amount of nutrients that help regulate various functions of the body. Be it for reducing triglyceride levels, reversing fatty liver, getting relief from joint pains, or for increasing hair growth, provided you eat them the right way.

2. Walnuts

If you notice, walnuts look very similar to a human brain. Perhaps, it is nature’s way of telling us. Because not just in Ayurveda, even modern studies today have no doubt about the fact that walnut is a superfood for your brain.

It is one of those rare vegetarian foods on which you can depend for omega-3 fatty acids without having to buy a supplement. This is the reason walnuts are known to:

• Sharpen memory
• Increase concentration power
• Improve neurological pathways
• Grow the number of brain cells

Which is why any disorder related to the brain, walnuts are helpful.

Being an excellent source of healthy fats, walnuts reduce the bad cholesterol in the body and increase good cholesterol. They soften the arteries, protect them from calcification, and as a result, blood passes swiftly and the chances of a heart attack come down.

Another interesting benefit of eating walnuts which most people are unaware of is that it helps kill cancer cells in the body.

3. Raisins (Kishmish)

When grapes are dried, they turn into raisins, commonly known as kishmish. It is naturally sweet but because it is very high in antioxidants and fiber, it helps digest food well.

Even after sleeping well at night, if you feel low on energy, a sense of fatigue surrounds you throughout the day and you have tried all expensive supplements, then once turn to raisins.

What proves this point is the research that showed that athletes can perform just as well on raisins as they can on a sports drink.

People who have low blood pressure, who often feel dizzy, uneasy or low on energy, kishmish should be their go-to choice.

If you are iron deficient, have low blood count and want to increase hemoglobin level, raisins are a natural remedy for it.

Raisins have Boron in them which combines with calcium and vitamin D in the body to make bones stronger. Any problem related to teeth and gums, raisins come to your rescue.

But can diabetics eat them? We will see this later.

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4. Almonds (Badam)

Almonds commonly known as badam are not only rich in copper, magnesium and phosphorus but they are especially rich in selenium. Selenium is a powerful antioxidant that strengthens the hair follicles, helps reverse thyroid disorders and has been proven to lower the risk of cancers.

Almond is hands down one of the best sources of Vitamin E and it is this Vitamin E that plays a major role in keeping your skin soft and clear. Vitamin E is medicinal for eyes, heart and fatty liver.

Regular consumption of almonds makes your teeth and bones stronger, increases brain power and scientifically speaking it even helps lose weight. Because almonds are low in carbs but high in protein, healthy fats and fiber, it brings down blood sugar as well. This has been well established by many studies.

Almonds have uncountable benefits. But which almonds? We are talking about our local variety of almonds like the Gurbandi Almonds and Mamra Giri. These Indian subcontinent almonds, in comparison to California almonds are smaller in size but way bigger in terms of nutrients.

Actually, these almonds have more amount of oil in them in contrast to the California almonds. It is this oil in almonds which is beneficial for heart, brain, skin, hair, bones and eyes. So always try buying the desi variety of almonds. Every grocery store has them.

For your convenience, links to purchase them are often provided online. If for some reason, you don’t get them, you can use the regular California almonds as well.

How and in How Much Quantity Should You Eat Them?

Now, this much is clear that all four are superfoods. But it's important to know how and in how much quantity should we take them. Else, instead of getting the benefit, it can harm you.

It's simple. Before going to sleep at night:

1. In a small bowl put 4 almonds. Prefer using small desi almonds as discussed earlier.
2. In the same bowl put one walnut as well.
3. Add some water so that both almonds and walnut get soaked in it.
4. In another bowl, put 2 pieces of dried figs and 4 raisins. Not more than that.
5. In this bowl, put just as much water as is enough to soak them.

Notice, we have soaked almonds and walnut in one bowl, while figs and raisins in a separate bowl. There is a reason behind it. The water in which walnut and almonds are soaked should not be consumed. That's because almond, walnuts and other nuts have anti-nutrients like phytic acid that are removed in the water in which they are soaked.

On the other hand, the water in which dried fruits like figs and raisins get soaked should definitely be used. This water has energy and some water-soluble nutrients get added as well. So, we don’t have to throw fig raisin water.

In the morning:

• First peel the skin off almonds. Yes, often people doubt that since the peel of almonds has nutrients then why should we remove it? Contrary to modern science, Ayurveda is clear that the peel of almonds, no matter how nutritious it is, creates hindrance in their digestion.
• What’s the use if you eat almonds and you don’t even get proper benefits? This is the reason our mothers and grandmothers have always advised us to soak the almonds and then peel off their skin before eating them.
• Walnut’s skin isn’t as problematic in digestion. Still, try to remove it as much as possible.
• Figs and raisins would have also swelled up by then.
• Now eat all these 4 things together. Chew them properly in such a way that they turn into a paste in your mouth. If you gulp them fast, they won’t get absorbed properly and you will fail to reap its benefits.
• If you spend some time chewing them in your mouth, your stomach won’t have to do much effort and the results will be instant.
• Also don’t forget to drink the anjeer raisin water along.

When Should We Eat Them?

Be clear. In the morning, just after waking up:

1. First drink plain water.
2. Then go freshen up.
3. After that you can have this soaked combination of almonds, walnuts, figs, and raisins.

After eating these 4, it would be ideal not to eat anything for the next 1 hour. After that, you can have your regular breakfast. But just in case, you don’t get that much time in the morning, in that case you can have this just before you start eating your breakfast.

Proof That This Combination Works

Have no doubt that the combination of almonds, walnuts, figs and raisins is such a powerful supplement that even the most expensive multivitamins can’t stand its effectiveness.

According to Ayurveda, it has such a penetrating effect on the body that all the 7 main bodily tissues get nourished. Body weakness can’t stay if you are regularly eating it. Your blood count will increase, hemoglobin level will rise, face will begin to glow.

Trust me, within a few days you will experience such benefits that you might regret why you didn’t do it earlier.

Still not sure? Check the comments of people who have already tried it. For someone it has increased their energy level. Some have experienced positive changes in their skin and digestion. A comment says that she has got regular periods for the first time in her life after consuming this. Others too have found it to be effective in some way or the other. Even its taste has a good fan base.

Can Diabetics Eat Figs and Raisins?

Yes, since it’s a natural food and quantity is in moderation, it can be easily consumed by diabetics. You can eat it. Basically, it checks all the boxes. You can have it daily. It has no side effects. At least take for 2 months consistently.

Can These Foods Cause Body Heat?

If you are bothered that it’s summer time and these things can cause body heat then hold on.

• First of all, the quantity of each food is very limited.
• Secondly, we have soaked all four of them.
• Most importantly, as per Ayurvedic scriptures almonds and walnuts are heating for the body but figs and raisins are cooling for the body. Overall, it’s a balanced combination.

So no matter what your body type is, it is 100% safe for you.

Summary Table: Daily Soaking and Consumption

Food	Quantity to Soak	Soaking Instructions	Consumption Instructions
Almonds (Desi variety preferred)	4 pieces	Soak overnight in water	Peel skin off before eating; chew well until paste forms
Walnut	1 piece	Soak overnight with almonds in same bowl; discard soaking water	Remove skin as much as possible; chew well
Dried Figs (Anjeer)	2 pieces	Soak overnight in separate bowl; retain soaking water	Eat swollen figs with soaking water; chew well
Raisins (Kishmish)	4 pieces	Soak overnight with figs; retain soaking water	Eat swollen raisins with soaking water; chew well

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Why should almonds and walnuts be soaked separately from figs and raisins?

Almonds and walnuts contain anti-nutrients like phytic acid which dissolve in the soaking water. This water should be discarded to remove these compounds. On the other hand, figs and raisins release beneficial water-soluble nutrients into their soaking water, which should be consumed.

Q2: Is it necessary to peel the skin off soaked almonds?

Yes, according to Ayurveda, even though the skin of almonds has nutrients, it can hinder digestion. Peeling the skin after soaking helps better absorption and benefits.

Q3: Can diabetics consume this combination of soaked figs and raisins?

Yes, in moderation, diabetics can consume soaked figs and raisins because they are natural foods and the quantity is limited.

Q4: When is the best time to eat this soaked combination?

The best time is in the morning after waking up, drinking plain water, and freshening up. It’s ideal to wait at least one hour before eating breakfast after consuming this combination.

Q5: Can this combination cause body heat, especially in summer?

No. The quantities are small, and soaking reduces the heating effect. Plus, almonds and walnuts are heating, but figs and raisins are cooling, balancing the overall effect.

Q6: How long should one consume this combination to see benefits?

At least two months of consistent daily consumption is recommended to experience the health benefits.

Final Thoughts

This combination of soaked almonds, walnuts, dried figs, and raisins is a powerful, natural, and effective way to improve your health across multiple areas—from digestion to brain function, skin health, reproductive health, and more.

Incorporating these superfoods into your morning routine is simple, affordable, and backed by both Ayurvedic wisdom and modern science. So start soaking tonight and enjoy the incredible benefits tomorrow morning!