Vata-aggravated digestive symptoms include gas, bloatedness and constipation. To counteract this it is best to use warming spices and foods, plenty of oil and grounding, earthy foods such as root veggies. Vata is best balanced with sweet, salty and sour tastes. Check out this great carrot recipe that includes some of these tastes for a [...]
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Ayurvedic Recipe: Carrot Puree with Hazelnut Tapenade
Posted in Recipes, Vata on October 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
10 Tips to Pacify Vata
Posted in Ayurvedic Tips, Vata on October 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Vata is the dosha of air and ether. As such, it’s qualities are cold, dry, light, irregular and quick. As these qualities predominate in the external environment this fall and winter, it is an opportunity for us to watch and control the growing Vata within our inner environment, particularly in the mind and digestive system, [...]