It sounds like what you’re experiencing might, from an Ayurvedic perspective, be related to a Pitta imbalance. Pitta’s heat and intensity could cause that itching tingling sensation, especially if you notice this more in hotter weather or polluted environments, maybe it gets a bit worse in such conditions? You mentioned it lessens in cleaner environments like nature, which makes sense because Pitta is calmed by coolness and freshness.
Let’s get into what you can try, remember, I’m here to provide guidance but catching up with a local practitioner or healthcare specialist for a more hands-on analysis is always a good idea, especially since it’s affecting your sleep and overall well-being.
Starting with food - focus on cooling, Pitta pacifying diet. Eating more fruits like melons, grapes, pomegranates and veggies like cucumber, squash. Try minimizing spicy, salty, and sour foods, which might be increasing the heat in your body. Also, drinking plenty of water will help ease the symptoms — avoid caffeinated drinks as they can aggravate Pitta.
Lifestyle plays a big role in balancing doshas. I suggest bringing some calming practices into your routine, like evening walks, maybe by water bodies if that’s accessible. Gentle yoga in the mornings or evenings could be beneficial too. Breathing exercises, even just a few sessions of Anulom Vilom can make a difference — they’re not too time-consuming but aid a lot in calming the mind and cools down your system.
For the itching specifically, applying cool coconut oil or aloe vera gel to affected areas can soothe the skin. They have natural cooling properties. And since you mentioned sleep issues, maybe trying to establish a proper wind-down routine before bed could help reclaim some of that peace—incorporating calming herbal teas like chamomile or mint, known for aiding sleep and soothing Pitta.
Remember — these are small steps, consistency will help in balancing excess Pitta. You mentioned weight gain, kindly note stress and poor sleep can exacerbate that too, so adressing these might just have a dual benefit. Patience and consistency is key, let me know how it goes, or if there’s anything else you’re curious about!
