About Pitta in Panchakarma
Pitta is one of the three doshas in Ayurvedic medicine, representing the elements of fire and water. In Panchakarma, Pitta imbalances are addressed through therapies that aim to cool and soothe the body, reduce inflammation, and balance the digestive system. Treatments such as Shirodhara, Pitta-pacifying oils, and cooling herbal therapies are used to calm the intense, fiery energy of Pitta. These therapies restore harmony in the body and mind, enhancing mental clarity, emotional stability, and overall vitality.
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Pitta Dosha
- Symbol: Fire
- Principle: Transformation, metabolism, and discrimination in the body & mind.
- Essence: Tejas, Inner light, and Radiance.
- Body Type: Medium size body frames, average amount of hair (reddish or grey and thinning), soft, slightly oily skin, and medium size eyes.
- Mental Picture: Good memory, sharp intellect, sound sleepers, quick tempers.
- Pitta in Balance: Enterprising and joyous.
- Pitta out of Balance: Angry, impatient, and frustrated.
General Function of Pitta
- Digestion of food.
- Power of vision.
- Production of normal body heat.
- Normal color and complexion of the body.
- Produces hunger and thirst.
- Lustre, intelligence, courage, and cheerfulness.
Division of Pitta
- Pachaka Pitta
- Ranjaka Pitta
- Sadhaka Pitta
- Alochaka Pitta
- BhraJaka Pitta
