Sun exposure can indeed exacerbate Pitta dosha, especially in individuals with light skin or a natural predisposition toward Pitta dominance. The symptoms you’re experiencing, such as skin redness, irritable mood, and elevated white blood cell count, could suggest an imbalance in Pitta. Aggravated Pitta often manifests through heat-related symptoms, inflammation, or irritation in the body.
To address the high leukocytes and skin condition, focusing on pacifying Pitta might be beneficial. Begin by incorporate Pitta-soothing practices in your daily routine. Start with your diet: favor cooling, calming foods like cucumber, cilantro, asparagus, and ripe fruits. Reduce intake of spicy, sour, salty foods, as they can increase Pitta’s fiery nature. Ensure good hydration with water, coconut water, or lassi (buttermilk diluted with water).
Consider adding Ayurvedic herbs known for their Pitta-pacifying properties. Aloe vera juice taken in the morning on an empty stomach can help cool and balance Pitta. Turmeric has anti-inflammatory benefits and can support reducing leukocytes; however, use in moderation, about 1/4 tsp in warm water or milk.
Lifestyle adjustments play pivotal role too. Engage in calming activities such as yoga, meditation, or spending time in nature where temperatures are moderate. Avoid activities during peak sun hours and seek shady areas to prevent further Pitta aggravation. Daily Abhyanga (oil massage) with coconut oil can soothe the skin and help restore its υή complete balance.
Consult an Ayurvedic practitioner for personalized herb and diet advice, especially if symptoms persist or worsen. Although addressing the Pitta imbalance can support skin healing over time and potentially normalize leukocytes, it’s crucial to monitor your condition with a healthcare professional, especially concerning the persistent high leukocytes count. Cultivating a holistic balance may requires patience, but with consistent effort, improvement often follow.
Any H/o fever is there?? How much is WBC Count?? Any urine test was done along with c/s?? Drink plenty of fluids Neemghan vati Kaishore guggulu 1 tab each twice daily after food with lukewarm water Giloyghan vati-one tablet twice daily after food with warm water Apply Alovera gel over face
Yes Alla, Pitta is responsible for skin color, luster, and metabolism. When balanced, Redness subsides,Inflammation decreases,Moisture returns, Fine lines can reduce with proper rasayanasupport Avoid: Spicy, oily, sour, fermented foods Tomatoes, garlic, onions, vinegar Tea, coffee, alcohol
Favor eating Sweet, bitter, astringent tastes (coconut, cucumber, ghee in moderation)
*Aloe vera juice (10 ml in the morning with water) *Buttermilk with cumin and mint *Pomegranate, melon, apples
*Herbal Support – Manjishtadi Kwath – 20 ml with water twice daily – Guduchi Satva – 500 mg twice daily – Chandanasava or Chandraprabha Vati – if urinary issues persist
Avoid direct sunlight. Avoid spicy, oily and processed food. Regular exercise and meditation. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Tab.Manjistha 2-0-2 Tab.Yashtimadhu 2-0-2
This could be possibly sun allergy and immune system mistakenly attacked your healthy skin cells. Pitta malfunction is occured and it is to be cleared and controlled to normalcy. You can try- Usheerasava / sharibadyasava internally 3 tsp twice after food Drum stick leaf paste / raktha chandana paste can use for local application. One time virechana / purgation therapy will be helpful under strict supervision of a doctor. Vetiver /ushira can be used to boil water and drink it after cooled and filtered. Avoid sunlight and try using soothing activities and food Use more of fruits and juices
Don’t worry dear, You are right that aggravated pitta is responsible for this. First of all avoid excessive spicy, sour, salty food etc. And start taking1.Chandanasava 20ml with equal amount of Lukewarm water just after having meal twice in a day. 2.Giloyghanvati 1-1-1 3.chandraprabhavati1-1-1 **Daily drink SHADANGPAANIYAM… 4.Haridrakhand 1tsf with lukewarm milk twice in a day. 5.Manasmitragullika 1-0-1 Follow up after 45 days…
Name of medicine & dose
1.Chandrakala rasa-500mg +Svarnamakshika bhasma-250mg + Pravala pishti-200mg +Arogyavardhini rasa-250mg - before food 3 times a day with ghee
2.Sarivadyasava + Chandanasava- 4 tsf after food 3 times with water
3.Manjishthadi Taila or Kumkmadi Taila For massage 2 times
Simple Remedies
1. Apply milk cream, honey and aloe vera gel regularly.
2. Instill 2 drops of Anu Taila in each nostril daily.
3. To tighten and refine skin pores, whip an egg white and apply it to your face. After 15-20 minutes (if you can still breathe), rinse it off with water.
4. To remove dead surface skin cells and improve skin texture, Japanese women gently rub a small handful of dry short-grain rice against their faces.
5. To cleanse the pores, rub mashed tomato over your face.
Diet and Lifestyle
Pathya
Revitalizing diets: Take gooseberry fruit, carrot, spinach, apple, almond, berries, milk, cow’s ghee, green gram.
Exercise, drink enough fluids, and get adequate sleep.
Use sunscreen. Look for a sunscreen with an SPF (sun protection factor) number of 15 or higher.
Apathya
Avoid excess use of cosmetics especially chemical based.
Limit time in the sun.
Wear protective clothing.
Avoid tanning.
Avoid junk food, fast food and foods containing synthetic colors.
Avoid alcohol and nicotine.
Pressing your face against a pillow adds more wrinkles.
Hi avoid spicy foods masala pickle items, processed package foods Take more fruits and vegetables which give coolness to body Drink corriander crushed and soaked kept in night and consume on morning Avipathi choornam 1tsp with hot water at night Chandanasava+saribadyasava 15ml each thrice daily after food
Use besan powder +milk or curd and apply on skin Use spf 50
These are the signs of aggravated pitta. Take giloy juice 15ml twice daily after food with water Kamdudharas 1-0-1 after food with water Apply aloevera gel before bedtime on alternate night, Kumkumadi oil on face on other alternate night. Drink fresh lime water, coconut water through out the day Avoid nonveg food, processed foods, spicy fried foods. Follow up after 1 month
HELLO ALLA,
WHAT’S HAPPENING TO YOUR BODY? -you spent a lot of time in the sun in summer, which increased internal heat and Pitta Dosha.
SYMPTOMS YOU NOTICED -painful urination=pittaja mutrakrichra -redness of face, enlarged pores, fine lines on face/arms/legs -Blood tests showed high white blood cells-> sign of inflammation -you felt hot, perhaps irritable or overheated emotionally
ACCORDING TOO AYURVEDA
1) FACIAL REDNESS= aggravated pitta in rakta(blood) and twak(skin) 2) FINE LINES= vata in skin + dryness + dehydration 3) PAINFUL URINATION= heat in mutravaha srotas 4) HIGH WBC= inflammation due to Rakta Dushti (impure blood) 5) SUN DAMAGE= increased Brajaka pitta
TREATMENT GOALS 1) pacify pitta= reduces heat, redness, inflammation(core issue behind all symptoms)
2) Purify rakta dhatu(blood)= clears toxins, reduces wbc, improves skin
3) Rejuvinate skin= nourishes tissue, softens fine lines
4) Support urinary health= clears heat and irritation in urine
5) Strengthen immunity and calm mind= balances Ojas, reduces stress
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) GUDUCHI CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily after meals for 2-3 months = immunity booster, cools pitta, lowers WBC
2) MANJISTHADI GHAN VATI= 1 tab twice daily in morning and night for 3 months =best blood purifier, improves skin texture
3) AVIPATTIKAR CHURNA= 1 tsp with lukewarm water before meals twice daily for 4 weeks = balances stomach and liver pitta, prevents heat rise
4) CHANDANASAVA= 15 ml with water twice daily before meals for 2 months =excellent for urinary burning and internal cooling
5) SARIVADI VATI= 2 tabs twice daily after meals for 6 weeks = blood purifier, supports skin+ urinary health
6) PUNARNAVA MANDOR= 1 tab twice daily after meals for 2 months = detox+ reduces swelling, inflammation
AMLA= fresh or churna= daily 1 = excellent for anti-aging, and very good for skin
IF CONSTIPATION =TRIHPALA CHURNA= 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water
EXTERNAL TREATMENT
1) ALOE VERA GEL(FRESH)= apply to face and body twice daily =heals burns, redness, cools skin
2) SANDALWOOD PASTE= mix with rose water apply 15 mins and wash off =soothes inflamed or sun damaged skin
3) KUMKUMADI TAILA= 2-3 drops at night after cleansing =repairs skin, reduces pigmentation and fine lines
4) COCONUT OIL= apply lightly after bath if skin is dry =deeply nourishing, anti inflammatory
5) NEEM BATH= Boil Neem leaves add to bath water =detoxifies skin reduces inflammation purifies blood through skin
DIET PLAN
GENERAL RULES -eat in time -avoid skipping meals - prefer warm, freshly cooked food -stay well hydrated
INCLUDE
GRAINS= rice, oats, wheat, barley
VEGETABLES= bottle gourd, ridge gourd, leafy greens, pumpkin, cucumber
FRUITS= pomegranate, melon, pear, apple, coconut
DAIRY= cow milk(boiled), ghee
SPICES= coriander, fennel, cardamom, turmeric(in small quantity)
DRINKS= coconut water, rose water, coriander water, buttermilk with cumin
AVOID STRICTLY
SPICY=chili, black pepper, ginger in excess
SOUR= vinegar, tamrind, sour curd, pickles
SALTY= chips , salted snacks, fried food
ACIDIC= tomato, citrus fruit in excess
STIMULANTS= coffee, tea, alcohol
OTHERS= red meat, fermented foods, processed foods
LIFESTYLE CHANGES
DO’S -follow a cooling daily routine= wake early, avoid overheating -wear light cotton clothes -bathe with neem or rose water -use sunscreen or cover face while going out - keep a consistent sleep schedule -maintain emotional balance-pitta is sensitive to anger/frustration
AVOID -going out in mid day sun -over working, especially mentally -hot showers, saunas, or steamy bathrooms -skipping meals or fasting aggresively -excessive screen time(heats the eyes and mind)
YOGA FOR PITTA REDUCTION -Shavasana= deep relaxation -Viparita karani= mproves blood circulation , cools down body -Baddha konasana= opens hips, calm mind -Setu Bandhasana= cooling and strengthens the spine -Marjari asana= improves flexibility, calms nervous system
PRANAYAM -sheetali= curl tongue, inhale through it, exhale through nose for 10 mins -chandra bhedana= inhale through left nostril ,exhale through right for 5-10 min -anulom vilom= alternate nostril breathing for 10-15 min
Practice in a cool, quite room, preferably morning or evening
HOME REMEDIES
1) CORIANDER SEED WATER -soak 1 tsp coriander seeds in 1 cup water overnight -strain and drink in morning =purifies blood, cools body, helps skin
2) AMLA+HONEY -mix 1 tsp amla powder with 1 tsp honey =for skin healing and immunity
3) ROSEWATER SPRA -spray rosewater on face during day =cools skin and reduces irritation
4) CUCUMBER AND ALOE MASK -mix cucumber pulp and aloe vera , apply 20 mins =instant relief for facial redness or sunburn
DO’S -drink 8-10 glasses of water daily -use ayurvedic skin care free from chemicals -let go of anger and emotional heat -take breaks from digital devices -eat your meals with calmness, without multitasking
DON’T -eat while standing, walking, or watching screens - use very hot water for face or body -scrub your skin aggressively - use chemical cosmetics during healing phase
Your symptoms are fully reversible with right approach. In Ayurveda , healing is natural ,slow bt steady.The body responds beautifully when it is cooled, calmed, and cleansed
“BALANCE YOUR FIRE, AND YOUR INNER GLOW WILL RETURN”
DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
High white blood cell count (leukocytes) and skin issues like redness and irritation hint towards an aggravated Pitta, particularly if there was excessive sun exposure. Sun intensity, especially for someone with light skin, can disturb Pitta dosha, leading to inflammation. This can manifest as skin issues and irritable emotional states.
To balance Pitta and address these concerns, start by incorporating cooling foods and avoiding those that increase heat. Favor sweet, bitter, and astringent tastes — think of foods like cucumber, melons, green leafy vegetables, and beans. Avoid spicy, fried, or fermented items, alcohols, caffeinated drinks, and processed meats as these intensify Pitta.
Hydration is key — choose room-temperature water, and herbal teas like chamomile or fennel. Coconut water is excellent for its cooling properties. Aloe vera juice, taken in moderation, may help soothe internal heat.
Skin’s recovery improves as Pitta balances. Apply cooling agents like sandalwood paste or aloe vera gel to affected areas. Sesame oil massage before bathing can assist in skin restoration, reducing fine lines and promoting healthy texture.
Herbal formulations like Amalaki may significantly help detoxify, reducing inflammation. Consult with a Siddha-Ayurvedic practitioner for a personalized formulation.
Prioritize stress management through yoga or meditation, as mental agitation fuels Pitta. If symptoms persist or worsen, seek medical investigation to exclude other underlying conditions. Balancing Pitta can support skin and overall health, but monitoring and professional guidance are essential for sustained improvement.
HELLO ALLA,
You are exoeriencing -pitta aggravation -chronic skin inflammation(sun induced + internal) -high leukocyte count(leukocytosis) -emotional irritability -tissue repair and blood purification
DOSHA INVOLVED= predominantly pitta, possibly rakta dushti and low Ojas DHATUS AFFECTED= rasa, rakta, twak(skin), and Ojas (immunity) SROTAS INVOLVED= raktavaha, rasavaha and manovaha srotas.
BLOOD TEST SUGGESTIONS
CBC with differential= understand which leukocytes are elevated ESR, CRP= assess systemic inflammation ANA, RF, VITAMIN D= rule out autoimmune or deficinecies LFT= check for metabolic overload
AYURVEDIC TREATMENT
1) INTERNALMEDICATIONS(for 90 days)
-GUDUCHI GHANVATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals =immune modulator, anti-inflammatory
-MANJISTHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime =blood purifier, skin detoxifier
-AMLA RASAYANA= `1 tsp in morning empty stomach =antioxidants, cools pitta, rejuvinates skin
-SARIVADI VATI= 1 tab twice daily with rose water =skin cooling, rakta sodhaka
-AVIPATTIKAR CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with water after dinner =regulates pitta, aids digestion
2)EXTERNAL APPLICATIONS
- ALOE VERA GEL+ ROSE WATER MIX =apply on face twice daily =reduces redness, soothes heat
-MANJISTHA TAILA= massage gently at night on affected areas =anti-inflammatory, restores complexion
-SANDALWOOD PASTE OR KUMKUMADI TAILA =once at night =brigthens nourishes and calms skin
3) DIET AND LIFESTYLE PLAN
DIET- pitta pacifying
EAT MORE -coconut, cucumber, melon, coriander, ghee, barley, oats, bitter vegetables
AVOID -tomatoes, vinegar, sour fruits, chili, mustard, fermented foods, caffeine, alcohol
HYDRATION= water infused with coriander seeds or rose petals -no raw onion, garlic, or fried food
LIFESTYLE -sleep by 10 pm(pitta aggravates after 10 pm -avoid direct sun exposure(wear organic cotton or use herbal sunblock with aloe/sandalwood -cooling pranayam= sheetali or sheetkari for 10 mins daily -meditation= especially for emotional pitta - irritability, anger
4) DETOX-optional but effective If symptoms persist beyond 90 days or worsen, consider -RAKTAMOKSHANA -VIRECHANA KARMA(purgation therapy)
These therapies eliminate aggravated pitta and rakta from root and rejuvinate skin
THANK YOU
DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA
