Vata is associated with hollow organs such as the intestines and the lungs.
Keeping these organs clear of gaseous toxins and waste will maintain healthy Vata dosha.
Elements: Ether (space) & Air (wind)
Physical attributes: Thin, wiry, dry, sinewy, delicate, lithe, cold, irregular, chest breather, shaky
Emotional & mental attributes: Energetic, nervous, quick thinking, light sleeper, dry humor, airhead, mobile
Imbalances include but not limited to:
- Hardened Lymph Nodes
Glandular Disorders (Hyper)
- Gas, bloating
- Dry skin & joints (arthritis)
- Constipation, weight loss
- Poor circulation
- Muscle spasms, shaking & cramp
- Asthma
- Cold hands & feet
- Insomnia
- Tinitus
- Anxiety, Fear, Shame, Irritable
- Indecisive
Remedies include but not limited to:
- Hydration! ~ Electrolytes – Essential Fatty Acids – Probiotics (as needed)
- Eat cooked food in bowls such as soups, stews, Broths, oatmeal
- Root vegetables
- Avoid dry, crispy, crunchy foods
- Create a daily routine – dinacharya (wake, meditation, exercise, eat & sleep)
- Apply oil to the body and feet for grounding
- Meditate on TRUST
- Practice grounding exercises
- Practice breath work (Pranayama)
- Stay out of the wind (if you can’t, then find solutions in Ayurved)
- Avoid caffeine & alcohol in excess (switch to Green Tea)
- Avoid sugar (switch to local honey)
- Avoid gluten
- Avoid table salt (switch to sea salt)
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