Vata-pacifying foods: Vata is associated with cold, dry, and light qualities. To balance vata, it is recommended to consume warm, moist, and grounding foods such as cooked grains (rice, quinoa, oats), cooked vegetables (sweet potatoes, carrots, beets), warm soups, ghee, and warm milk.
Pitta-pacifying foods: Pitta is associated with hot, sharp, and intense qualities. To balance pitta, it is recommended to consume cool, calming, and hydrating foods such as fresh fruits (especially sweet fruits like grapes, melons, and mangoes), leafy green vegetables, cooling herbs (mint, coriander), and coconut.
Kapha-pacifying foods: Kapha is associated with heavy, slow, and oily qualities. To balance kapha, it is recommended to consume light, dry, and warming foods such as spicy and pungent foods (ginger, garlic, chili peppers), bitter greens (kale, collard greens), legumes (lentils, chickpeas), and turmeric. It’s important to note that everyone’s dosha balance is unique, and you may want to consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner to get personalized recommendations based on your individual constitution and health concerns.
