Pitta

KAPHA CAN BE REDUCED BY:

» Vomiting (Vamana), cleansing of the stomach or digestive tract (Dhauti), nasal cleansing with Nasya oil (pungent, tart, stimulating) or powders

» Honey; both as a sweetener and as medication (the best remedy for Kapha)

» Foods and remedies with a sour, spicy, bitter or tart flavour, or whose properties are dry and hot; old wine (tart/sour)

» Staying up late, reducing sleep, avoiding naps during the day, enjoying stimulating company and conversation, plenty of exercise and sexual intercourse

» Compensating for a sedentary lifestyle by running or walking

» Fasting, or strict dieting if obese

» Fragrances that are stimulating and revitalising, such as bergamot, lemongrass and cinnamon

» Colour therapy with bright and stimulating colours, especially red, yellow, green and purple

» Kapalabhati Pranayama, also known as Skull Shining Breath