5 Seasons of Pitta Imbalances
Pitta dosha is the fire-energy within us. It
governs digestion, metabolism, temperature, skin radiance, and even emotional
intelligence. But when aggravated, it flares up. Accompanied with Vata it can
lead to troublesome health issues such as inflammation, acidity, hair fall,
acne, and short tempers, which disrupt our daily life and our
mental-physical-emotional balance completely.
Seasonal Changes are the major reason for
recurring Pitta issues apart from the lifestyle triggers.
In this blog we explore how Pitta gets
disturbed through different times of the year, natural remedies, and how Ayurveda’s
Virechana therapy offers a powerful and lasting solution.
Understanding Pitta Dosha & Seasonal
Aggravation
According to Ayurveda, seasons are heavily influenced by external temperature and
humidity. These energies effect the atmosphere on a macro level and are called
5 elements – Air, Water, Fire, Earth, and Ether (Space). On a micro level two
elements combine to form one Dosha and are defined as 3 main Doshas or Tridoshas:
(Pitta – Fire + Water, Vata – Air + Space, Kapha – Water +
Earth). As is evident the atmosphere surrounding us has a direct impact on the
Doshas governing our body Constitution.
How Each Season Affects Pitta
|
Season |
Dominant Quality |
Impact on Pitta |
|
Summer
(Grishma) |
Hot, dry |
Increases
Pitta directly |
|
Monsoon
(Varsha) |
Humid,
damp |
Pitta
accumulates silently |
|
Autumn
(Sharad) |
Warm
& bright |
Pitta
flares up |
|
Winter
(Hemanta/Shishira) |
Cold, dry |
Hidden
Pitta may surface |
|
Spring
(Vasanta) |
Moist,
fresh |
Pitta
resurfaces under suppressed Kapha |
Pitta Imbalance Symptoms (Across Seasons)
- Hyperacidity
and acid reflux
- Skin
breakouts, hives, eczema
- Anger,
irritability, impatience
- Loose
stools or smelly sweat
- Intolerance
to heat
- Hair
thinning, premature greying
Season-Wise Triggers & Remedies
Summer (Grishma Ritu)
Triggers: Spicy food, sun exposure,
fried snacks
Remedies:
- Rose
water spritzes
- Fresh
aloe vera juice (20 ml daily)
- Wear
white, light cottons
- Avoid
sour curd and pickles
Monsoon (Varsha Ritu)
Triggers: Damp foods, fungus-prone
storage, low digestive fire
Remedies:
- Use
dry spices: ginger, pepper, mustard
- Boil
water with cumin and store
- Avoid
leafy greens, raw foods
- Practice
gentle yoga to aid circulation
Autumn (Sharad Ritu)
Triggers: Trapped summer heat,
polluted air
Remedies:
- Neem
and Manjistha for blood purification
- Bitter
gourd, fenugreek in diet
- Morning
walks in open air
- Avoid
excessive exercise
Winter (Hemanta Ritu)
Triggers: High appetite with wrong
foods
Remedies:
- Ghee,
cumin-fennel tea to balance Agni
- Gentle
oil massage with sesame oil
- Eat
seasonal root veggies
Spring (Vasanta Ritu)
Triggers: Rising temperature and
pollen
Remedies:
- Bitter
herbs (Guduchi, Neem)
- Detox
drinks: lukewarm lemon water
- Avoid
heavy grains and dairy
Easy Home Remedies to Cool Pitta
- Coriander
Water: Soak 1 tsp crushed coriander seeds in
water overnight and drink next morning
- Gulkand: 1
tsp of rose jam before meals
- Spiced
Buttermilk: Add roasted cumin and mint
- Fennel
Tea: Cools digestive fire
- Cucumber-Tulsi
Juice: Anti-inflammatory and hydrating
OTC (Over The Counter) Ayurveda Classic Remedies for Pitta
Shamana
- Sarsaparilla
Syrup
- Jeerakadyarishta
- Madiphala
Rasayana
- Amalaka
Rasayana
- Drakshamalakadi
Lehya
Caution: Consult with your Ayurveda Vaidya
before you start any of the above products as some of them are not advisable
for diabetics.
Lifestyle Adjustments for Pitta
|
Tip |
Why It Works |
|
Eat on
time |
Pitta
types get irritable when hungry |
|
Sleep by
10 PM |
Prevents
mental overstimulation |
|
Avoid
gadgets at night |
Screens
heat up the mind |
|
Practice
Sheetali & Chandrabhedi pranayama |
Cools
both body and mind |
|
Midday
rest, not naps |
Prevents
Pitta from rising post-lunch |
The
Ayurvedic Solution: VIRECHANA
When symptoms return despite remedies,
Ayurveda recommends a deep cleanse — Virechana, a medicated
purgation therapy that eliminates excess Pitta from its root.
What Is Virechana?
A part of Panchakarma, Virechana is a controlled
purgation therapy performed under expert guidance. It targets the liver,
small intestine, and sweat glands, colon, and the rectum, clearing chronic
and suppressed Pitta dosha.
How Virechana Works
- Snehana –
Ghee intake to loosen toxins
- Swedana –
Steam therapy to bring toxins to the gut
- Virechana
Day – Herbal laxatives purify intestines
- Samsarjana
Karma – Recovery diet with rice gruel, soups
- Herbal
Tonics – To rejuvenate tissues post-cleanse
Who Should Consider Virechana?
- People
with repeated acidity, eczema, migraines, constipation
- Hormonal
imbalances, PCOD, acne, water retention
- Liver
sluggishness or fatty liver
- Unexplained irritability or mood swings
Who Should Avoid Virechana?
- Pregnant
or menstruating women
- Children
under 12, and adults over 62 years of age
- People
with diarrhoea, low immunity, high fever
- Those
on strong psychiatric medication (consult doctor)
When to Do Virechana?
- Autumn
(Sharad Ritu): Best time for Pitta-purging
- Late
Spring: Ideal if Pitta is masked by Kapha
- Avoid
in peak winter and heavy rains unless advised and supervised
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Final
Words: Balance Pitta, Balance Life
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