Need Help Creating a Diet Chart According to Ayurveda for My Pitta Imbalance - #1382

Dealing with pitta imbalance can be pretty challenging, especially with symptoms like acid reflux, skin rashes, and irritability, so let's dive into that diet. The key wth Pitta is to keep things cool and avoid too much heat in what you eat and drink. First of all, yeah, spicy foods are really a no-go for you right now. Sometimes people can tolerate a little, but given your symptoms, it's best to keep 'em out for the time being. Sour and salty should be reduced too - they tend to aggravate Pitta. Instead, focus on sweet, bitter, and astringent tastes which are naturally balancing. Foods that are cooling and hydrating are your best friends. Start your day with a breakfast like oatmeal cooked with almond milk, topped with raisins and shredded coconut. Adding a bit of cardamom could be beneficial - it's soothing for the digestive system. For lunch, a salad with lots of greens like kale or spinach, cucumber (great for cooling Pitta), a splash of cilantro, and a dressing of olive oil and lime juice is refreshing. Pair with a bit of basmati rice—easy on the digestion and cooling. For an afternoon snack, try some fresh fruits. Apples and pears are particularly good; they're cooling and also sweet. Dinner could be something like a vegetable stew using zucchini, sweet potatoes, and mung dal (light on the seasoning). Make sure it’s not too heavy or spicy – mild spices and herbs like fennel and coriander work best. Drinks-wise, definitely limit coffee – it heats you up. Maybe switch to herbal teas like chamomile or peppermint, both are calming for you. And don't forget basics: drink coconut water or aloe vera juice (no added sugars) to keep things cool, especially in summer. Watermelon juice is another nice treat. It’s super important to consume cooked veggies and avoid raw as much as possible because raw can be a bit rough on the stomach. And fried, fermented, or too oily foods should be skipped altogether. One more thing, stick to eating at consistent times everyday - gets the digestion running smoothly. Hope this helps!