What is the best Ayurvedic remedy for Pitham imbalance?

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I’ve been dealing with issues like acidity, excessive body heat, and irritability, and someone told me it might be due to a Pitham imbalance. I’m not very familiar with Ayurveda, so I want to understand—what exactly is Pitham, and what’s the best Ayurvedic remedy for Pitham?

I read that people with high Pitham should avoid spicy and oily foods, but are there specific herbs or drinks that help cool down the body? Should I be taking cooling herbs like coriander or fennel?

Another problem I have is excessive sweating, especially in summer. Could this also be related to Pitham imbalance? What’s the best remedy for Pitham to prevent overheating and improve digestion?

If anyone has experience in balancing Pitham, please share what worked for you. Thanks!

Dr. Harsha Joy · Accepted Answer

Pitham is one of the three doshas in Ayurveda, associated with the element of fire and responsible for digestion, metabolism, and transformation in the body. When Pitham is out of balance, it can lead to symptoms like acidity, excessive heat, irritability, and even excessive sweating, particularly in hot weather. To balance Pitham, it’s important to adopt a cooling, calming approach. Avoiding spicy, fried, and acidic foods is key, while focusing on cooling herbs like coriander, fennel, mint, and rose can help soothe the digestive system and reduce body heat. Drinking coconut water, cucumber juice, or herbal teas like chamomile can also cool the body. For excessive sweating, cooling oils like sandalwood or aloe vera can be used on the skin. Additionally, consuming foods that are bitter, astringent, and sweet in taste helps to balance the fire element. Regular practices like meditation and staying hydrated can further support Pitham balance.

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