2. The ultimate method of luck in the Edo period: "Food is luck"

Namboku uses famous monks and erudite monks as examples to emphasize the importance of refraining from eating and drinking. He said that even if they have knowledge and status, those who do not abstain from eating will not be respected and will be forsaken by heaven. This teaching suggests that food is not just a source of nutrition, but also has an influence that can affect character development and ultimately destiny.

Protecting your belly is an important lifestyle habit that not only maintains good health, but also enhances intuition and action, and prevents various losses in life.

1. The food we eat on a daily basis is a godsend, a condensation of the energy of the natural world. Eating too much more than necessary is a waste of this precious resource, and it is considered an act of neglecting the blessings of heaven.
   
2. Debt as a debt If you waste the food given to you by heaven, you are creating a debt to heaven. And that debt will have to be repaid eventually. Dr. Namboku says of this debt, "Heaven does not beg, but collects it." This suggests that the collection from heaven is not a direct reminder like a human being, but manifests itself in the form of unexpected misfortunes, calamities, health problems, and financial hardship.
   
3. Impact on descendants: If the debt cannot be repaid in one generation, the impact will be felt on the descendants. And it even suggests that in the absence of offspring, the family may be destroyed. This is a very harsh teaching that food waste has serious consequences not only for the individual, but also for the entire family.

1. From the perspective of Oriental medicine, Dr. Nanboku's teachings are in line with the way of thinking of Oriental medicine. Oriental medicine believes that human health is maintained by the balance of qi, blood, and water. Qi refers to life energy, blood refers to blood, and water refers to body fluids. Overeating not only disrupts these balances and damages your health, but also slows down the flow of your luck.
   
2. Activation of the five organs: By refraining from eating and protecting the eighth part of the stomach, the burden on the digestive organs is reduced, and the functions of the five organs (liver, heart, spleen, lungs, and kidneys) are activated. When the five organs work in good health, the flow of qi, blood, and water becomes smooth, and the mind and body are full of vitality.
   
3. When the circulation of qi, blood, and water improves, the energy in the body is full and the mind is stable. As a result, you will be able to increase your intuition and ability to take action, overcome difficulties, and seize opportunities. As a result, fate will naturally change for the better.
   
4. 3 years of practice: In order to feel this effect, Dr. Nanboku recommends that you first seriously abstain from food for three years. He even declares, "If you don't have good luck, there is no reason in heaven and earth." This suggests that abstaining from food is one of the most effective ways to shape your destiny.

1. The feeling of "I want to eat, but I can't eat it" is a state of being trapped in the greed of appetite. In such a state, you will feel stressed and restricting your diet will be painful.
2. Food as a pleasure Dr. Namboku says, "If you can make small meals your own pleasure, you can refrain from eating peacefully." This is a teaching that we should not perceive food restrictions as painful, but rather enjoy the lightness of our bodies and the health of our minds and bodies.
3. It is important to gradually reduce the amount of food you eat and gradually rewrite your subconscious mind to say, "I don't eat that much, I'm fine, and I'm rather comfortable." By doing so, you will be less obsessed with food, and you will naturally be able to practice small meals.
   
4. Letting go of greed and letting go of greed, which is appetite, leads to letting go of other desires. And being free from greed can help you feel at ease and promote spiritual growth.

1. one Recommendation of one dish of rice・ We recommend that you try to eat coarse food and base your daily meals on one dish (one bowl of rice and one side dish). A frugal diet reduces the burden on the digestive system and keeps the body healthy.
   
2. The importance of salt – Salt is as important as the five grains and should not be treated poorly. Salt contains minerals that are essential for life activities, and by consuming it in moderate amounts, you can maintain good health.
   
3. When you are treated to a feast by others, it is important to keep your stomach open and not to force yourself to eat. He states that the food left behind should not be wasted, but should be regarded as an act of accumulating yin virtue.

1. He pointed out that working late at night and oversleeping in the morning is a cause of mental and physical imbalance and lowering luck. The night is a time for the body to rest, and being active at night is an act that goes against the laws of nature.
   
2. Recommendation to wake up early He said that getting up early is an act that makes your mind and body healthy and boosts your luck. Exposure to the morning sun regulates the body clock, regulates hormonal balance, and energizes both the body and mind.

1. The Importance of Yin Virtue ・ Yin virtue is the accumulation of good deeds without being seen by others, and it is said to bring greater merit than visible good deeds.
   
2. Refrain from eating and not making food poor is an act of gratitude to Heaven and leads to the accumulation of great yin virtue.
   
3. He explained that by resolving ties and refraining from eating daily meals, we can solve bad causes and turn the fate of our descendants around.

1. Misfortunes in the Year of Misfortune (42 years old for men, 33 years old for women) is a major turning point in life, and various calamities are likely to occur.
   
2. He said that people who regularly refrain from eating and lead a healthy lifestyle are more likely to be spared the calamities of the calamity. On the flip side, he warned that people with disordered eating habits are more likely to suffer calamities in a bad year.

1. Thinking of food as life・Food is the basis for nourishing life, and offering food to God should be regarded as equivalent to giving one's life.
   
2. Sincerity to God: He teaches that the food we offer to God should be chosen from what we usually eat, and that it will not be God's pleasure to give away what we have left over after satisfying our own desires.
   
3. Fulfillment of wishes It states that by offering food to God and praying with a sincere heart, various wishes can be granted.

1. Appetite control Appetite is one of the fundamental human needs, and controlling appetite leads to controlling other desires.
   
2. By breaking away from your ego and controlling your appetite, you will be able to change your self-centered mindset and have a heart that cares for others.
   
3. Realization of peace: If people around the world can control their appetites and curb their desires, there will be no more conflicts and wars, and a peaceful world will be realized.

1. The Age of Satiety Modern society is an age of satiation, and health problems caused by overeating and unbalanced eating are becoming more serious.
   
2. Food disorders and additives and processed foods are flooded, and food safety is also a concern.
   
3. Mental instability and stressIn society, the number of mentally unstable people is increasing.

1. Practicing a healthy diet and eating a well-balanced diet is essential for maintaining good health.
   
2. It is important to remember to be grateful for food and to be grateful to the people who prepared the ingredients and dishes.
   
3. Mental stability: Controlling one's appetite fosters self-control and perseverance, which leads to mental stability.
   
4. It is important to realize a sustainable society, reduce food loss, and practice a diet that is friendly to the global environment.