Ah, those signs definitely sound like a Pitta imbalance creeping up — the body’s call to chill out, literally. The symptoms you’re experiencing - body heat, acidity, and all - line up with what we call excessive Pitta. It’s like your inner fire is burning a bit too fiercely.
Diet’s crucial here. You’re onto something with cooling foods! Coconut water and cucumber really do wonders for cooling the system down. Aloe vera juice, when taken on an empty stomach in the morning, can also soothe irritation. What about your spices though? Maybe cut back on those fiery flavors, cause they can heat things up - think black pepper, garlic, red chilies (sadly). Eat more bland foods like boiled veggies and soft grains - they’re easier on the tummy, promise.
On herbs front, Amalaki (Indian gooseberry) is a solid choice. When you spit back acidity, this one comes in super handy. Triphala, blends of three fruits, supports digestion without heating up. Shatavari is another herb Pitta-pacifying in nature — it’s especially good for soothing the digestive tract and skin irritation.
Lifestyle matters too. Going with the sun, wake up early around sunrise time, align with nature’s own energy, and it helps balance Pitta. Meditation, yeah you’ve got that right, it promotes cooling the mind’s heat. Yoga poses that involve more seated postures, like forward bends, cooling helps immensely. Think ‘Paschimottanasana’ (seated forward bend) and ‘Savasana’ (corpse pose) after practice - they invite relaxation. And about pranayama - ‘Sheetali breath’ calms mind-body sides nicely.
Mistakes? Being too harsh with diets, avoiding favs completely might backfire - moderation’s your friend. It takes time, but people feel better within weeks. Just be patient and listen to your body’s whispers!
