Pitta and The Three Gunas: 10 Minutes with Dr. Marc Halpern
Earlier we learned about the three Gunas: Sattva, Rajas, and Tammas. Today we are going to explore how a Pitta natured personality is different depending on the Gunas of the mind.
Pitta Articles
Anger, Compassion and Pitta Dosha
This world we share can be harsh. No one goes through life without some form of hurt. It’s how we react to being hurt that provides us with a true view of our hearts. Hurt … More »
What Climates are Best for Pitta Dosha, According to Ayurveda?
“People of pitta nature are challenged by climates that aggravate pitta. These climates are hot and moist. Hence, the tropics are quite challenging. In addition, the heat and humidity found in the summer on the … More »
Pitta dosha in Ayurvedic Medicine
Central to Ayurveda is the concept of the 5 elements (Ether, Air, Fire, Water and Earth), all of which are present in the universe as well as in the human body – the human body, … More »
Now that we’re in the season of all things ORANGE, what does Ayurveda say about it?
We are smack dab in the middle of the “orange” season. Pumpkins, Jack-o-Lanterns, tangerine-colored leaves, pumpkin pie, orange gourds abound. Ayurveda teaches that what we bring in through the five senses always carries with it … More »
Identifying the Doshas: What Does Pitta Dosha Look Like?
Do you wonder if you might be pitta dosha? Pitta is the dosha comprised of fire and water and which has the qualities associated with these two elements – especially, pitta tends to be hot, … More »
The Basic Premise of Ayurveda: Healing Through Opposites
Ayurveda is a science that is based on the laws of nature. It teaches us to recognize the laws that exist in the natural world and apply them to our health and well-being. One of … More »
Ayurvedic Uses of Spices: Incredible Powerhouses of Medicinal Benefits!
Why are spices important? What are their benefits? At the 3rd Annual Sivananda Ayurveda Conference, Dr. Manisha Kshirsagar, BAMS, gave a very inspiring workshop entitled “Spices For Life.” Dr. Manisha explained that spices not only … More »
Ayurveda and Cycles of Time: How the Doshas Rule the Day
Have you ever found that if you sleep in, you feel heavy and sluggish all day? Or that at about 10 pm you get the munchies? Do you sometimes wake up at 4 am worrying, … More »
Ayurveda And The Treatment of Digestive Disease
On the physical level, Ayurveda teaches us that the health of the digestive system is the single most important long term determinant of your health and well being. Healthy digestion leads to a healthy life. … More »