We learned how to prepare and enjoy a great nutritious vegetarian meal. Proper diet is fundamental for sustaining good health and mental development. What we eat has far-reaching effects well beyond our bodies. The Science of Yoga has given us understanding of the effects of food on our bodies, our mind, and our environment. It has shown us how food not only affects our health but also affects how we feel and think. Great Yogis throughout the ages have taught us the benefits of the yogic diet.