Summer season is on its way, we all have to deal with summer heat most of the time. Skin eruption, sweating body, dehydration are some of the common problems people suffer from at this time. However, thanks to Ayurveda that practices the science of natural health has a lot to offer.
According to the book based on Ayurveda: "Summer is hot, bright and sharp, the season of pitta. Thus, it is recommended to keep cool and not allow pitta dosha to become aggravated."
Here are some of the tips to stay cool in summers:
1.) Eating food that cools your body and gives you relief from the excessive heat is the best options. Load up on water-rich fruits like watermelon, pears, apples, plums, berries and prunes. Pick vegetables like asparagus, broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cucumber.
2.) Avoid foods that will produce heat in your body. Avoid sour fruits, citrus fruits, beetroots and carrots that tend to heat up your body. Eat more salads, as they are cooling, especially when eaten for lunch.
3.) Always eat when your digestive fire is at its strongest, which is during lunch. Missing your lunch during summers is equal to upsetting the stomach that further makes you feel irritated and cranky.
4.) Bring sandalwood, jasmine and khus oils to your rescue. Not only they do have a soothing aroma but also are known to have cooling properties.
5.) It is always good to exercise early in the morning as it is the coolest part of the day. Engaging in vigorous exercises during other parts of the day may heat up the body only to cause harm.
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