Sounds like you’re on the right track—excess pitta definitely seems to line up with what you’re experiencing. With those burning sensations and breakouts, you’re probably dealing with what we call “amla pitta”, where there’s too much acidity. So, first things first, those fiery foods? Try to cut them down. Spicy, sour goodies tickle pitta; you’re better off munching on things like sweet, bitter, and astringent tastes.
Yeah, aloe vera, amla, and shatavari are solid picks. Aloe vera juice, for example, is really cooling, but please, don’t go chugging it all day—stick to around a tablespoon or less a couple times a day before meals. Amla, or Indian gooseberry, you can take as a powder or fresh if you find it, it tweaks down heat and boosts immunity. Shatavari, it’s like a nice hug for your digestive system and skin, balancing out that excess fire.
Now, about diet, sour fruits, not all are enemies. Lemons and a bit of lime might feel bossy on pitta, so keep calmer fruits, like ripe bananas, sweet apples. Sadly, tomatoes and onions are a bit too rajasic/fiery—might wanna skip 'em for now.
Stress, big topic. Simple pranayama like alternate-nostril breathing and cooling breaths (sitali) can chill out that inner fire. Yoga poses, go for moon salutations and twists; avoid headstands or anything too pitta-provoking.
Exercise that’s less about sweating like gentle cycling or swimming, do what’s not too heating. Routine? Like gold for pitta. Make sure you’re winding down nicely in the evenings. Oils, like coconut or sunflower oil massage, are superb for pacifying pitta.
Remember, though, this ain’t a sprint, it’s a journey. You should really notice shifts in a few weeks, but everyone’s body ticks differently. And yeah, common mistakes, well, jumping in too hard, or expecting overnight miracles—easy to do, but that won’t help. Keep it simple, stay mild, and listen to your body.


