General Medicine
Question #12578
9 days ago
6

What is Ritu Charya in Ayurveda and how does it affect health? - #12578

Anonymously

I’ve recently started reading about Ayurveda and came across the term Ritu Charya. From what I understand, it refers to seasonal lifestyle and diet changes that are recommended to maintain balance in the body. Can someone explain Ritu Charya in more detail? How does following these seasonal guidelines improve overall health? I know that in Ayurveda, different seasons require different routines, such as diet, exercise, and sleep patterns. Can someone provide examples of how to follow Ritu Charya during the monsoon or summer seasons? How can this practice help with immunity and digestion? Also, is there any specific food to avoid during each season, as per Ritu Charya? Some sources say that avoiding certain foods in the wrong season can prevent diseases—what foods should be consumed during specific seasons for optimal health? If anyone follows Ritu Charya, please share your experience! Have you noticed any changes in your energy, digestion, or immunity by adjusting your routine according to the seasons?

Ritu charya
Seasonal diet and lifestyle
Ayurveda for immunity
Ayurvedic seasonal tips
Maintaining health with ritu charya
Question is closed

On the Ask Ayurveda service, online consultations with Ayurvedic doctors for General medicine are available for any issue that concerns you. Expert doctors provide consultations around the clock and for free. Ask your question and get an answer right away!

Doctors’ responses

Dr Sujal Patil
Experience of 14 years in clinical and research field of Ayurveda. I am a Science based evidence based Ayurveda practitioner and incorporate accurate diet regimen and minimal medication in my practice with faster results sans no side effects.
7 days ago
5
Ritu Charya – Seasonal Lifestyle in Ayurveda Ritu Charya refers to the practice of adjusting your lifestyle, diet, and routine according to the changing seasons to maintain balance in the body. Each season influences the doshas differently, and following Ritu Charya helps optimize health by aligning with nature's cycles. Seasonal Guidelines for Health Summer (Grishma Ritu) Diet: Favor cooling foods like cucumbers, melons, yogurt, and coconut water. Exercise: Light activities, avoid intense workouts in the heat. Sleep: Keep sleep patterns regular, avoid staying up late. Avoid: Heavy, spicy, and oily foods that increase Pitta dosha. Monsoon (Varsha Ritu) Diet: Warm, easily digestible foods like soups and stews. Exercise: Moderate physical activity, avoid swimming in unclean water. Sleep: Maintain regular sleep patterns; avoid excess dampness. Avoid: Cold, raw foods like salads, as they can aggravate Vata and cause digestive issues. Health Benefits Improved Digestion: Seasonally appropriate foods support Agni (digestive fire). Stronger Immunity: Following Ritu Charya boosts immunity by harmonizing the body with the environment, preventing seasonal diseases. Foods to Consume & Avoid Winter: Eat root vegetables, warm grains, and dairy. Avoid cold foods. Spring: Light, detoxifying foods like leafy greens. Avoid heavy, oily foods. Autumn: Warming spices like ginger, garlic. Avoid cold, damp foods.
Accepted response

0 replies

If you need a detailed answer, ask the Ayurvedic doctor your question

The Ayurvedic doctor will answer all of your questions, advise you what to do now to get better, what to do in the future, what Ayurvedic treatments and practices should be followed.

About our doctors

Only qualified ayurvedic doctors who have confirmed the availability of medical education and other certificates of medical practice consult on our service.


Related questions

© 2024 Ask Ayurveda. All rights reserved.