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2. What is AyurvedaWhat is Ayurveda
A HOLISTIC SCIENCE OF LIFE,A HOLISTIC SCIENCE OF LIFE,
whose principles are applied to maintainwhose principles are applied to maintain
Health of the----Health of the----
 BodyBody
 MindMind
 SoulSoul

3. AYURVEDAAYURVEDA
Āyus + Veda = AyurvedaĀyus + Veda = Ayurveda
Ayus meansAyus means -> longevity(refers to all-> longevity(refers to all
aspects of life from birth to death)aspects of life from birth to death)
Veda meansVeda means - > “ knowledge” or- > “ knowledge” or
“science”(at the deepest level).“science”(at the deepest level).

4. EIGHT BRANCHES OFEIGHT BRANCHES OF
AYURVEDAAYURVEDA
 Kaaya-chikitsa --- Internal medicine.Kaaya-chikitsa --- Internal medicine.
 KaumarabhrtyamKaumarabhrtyam --- Pediatrics.--- Pediatrics.
 SShalya-chikitsahalya-chikitsa --- Surgery.--- Surgery.
 Shalakaya tantra --- Eye & ENT.Shalakaya tantra --- Eye & ENT.
 Bhuta vidya ----Bhuta vidya ---- Demonic possession(psychiatry)Demonic possession(psychiatry)
 AgadtantraAgadtantra --- Toxicology.--- Toxicology.
 Rasayana --- Immunity and rejuvenation.Rasayana --- Immunity and rejuvenation.
 Vajikaranam -Vajikaranam --- Aphrodisiacs & improving-- Aphrodisiacs & improving
health of progenyhealth of progeny

5. AIM OF AYURVEDAAIM OF AYURVEDA
 To promote, protect and maintain the health ofTo promote, protect and maintain the health of
a healthy person.a healthy person.
 To treat and prevent the disease of a person.To treat and prevent the disease of a person.

6. TopicsTopics
 TridoshaTridosha
 PrakritiPrakriti
 DietDiet

7. BASIC PRINCIPLES OFBASIC PRINCIPLES OF
AYURVEDAAYURVEDA
 Theory of Pancha mahabhuta (five basic elements).Theory of Pancha mahabhuta (five basic elements).
 Tridoshas (Three doshas): Regulator of bodyTridoshas (Three doshas): Regulator of body
metabolism.metabolism.
 Driving force - Agni (biological fire).Driving force - Agni (biological fire).
 Application of Ayurvedic fundament for betterment ofApplication of Ayurvedic fundament for betterment of
ourour lives.lives.

8. PANCHMAHABHOOTAPANCHMAHABHOOTA
AAll matter in the universe is comprisedll matter in the universe is comprised
of five elements. These are known asof five elements. These are known as
panchamahabhuta:panchamahabhuta:
 AkashaAkasha -ether --ether - auditory sensationauditory sensation of sound (sharsda) - sensory organof sound (sharsda) - sensory organ - ear- ear..
 VayuVayu - air -- air - sensation of touch (sensation of touch (sparsha) – sensory organ-sparsha) – sensory organ- sskinkin
 ThejoThejo - fire -- fire - visual impute of colour (rupavisual impute of colour (rupa) - sensory organ-) - sensory organ- eyeseyes
 ApoApo -- water -water - taste sensationtaste sensation (rasa) - sensory organ-(rasa) - sensory organ- tonguetongue
 PruthuviPruthuvi - earth -- earth - sensation of smellsensation of smell &odour (gandha) - sensory organ -&odour (gandha) - sensory organ - nosenose

9. AKASH(SPACE)AKASH(SPACE)

10. VAYU (AIR)VAYU (AIR)

11. PRITHVI (EARTH)PRITHVI (EARTH)

12. AGNI (FIRE)AGNI (FIRE)

13. JAL(WATER)JAL(WATER)

14. CHARACTERS OFCHARACTERS OF
PANCHAMAHABHOOTAPANCHAMAHABHOOTA
 Human body has definite mass :Human body has definite mass :PrithviPrithvi
 Human body has definite motionHuman body has definite motion : Vayu: Vayu
 It contains several structures :It contains several structures :AkaashaAkaasha
 It shows definite color, brightness and accomplishesIt shows definite color, brightness and accomplishes
digestiondigestion :Teja:Teja
 All structure are have strong bonding with each otherAll structure are have strong bonding with each other
:Jala:Jala

15. PANCHAMAHABHOOTA &PANCHAMAHABHOOTA &
THREE DOSHAS (HUMOURS)THREE DOSHAS (HUMOURS)
The three Doshas have the following compositionThe three Doshas have the following composition
Panchamahabhootas are concerned:Panchamahabhootas are concerned:
 Vata - Space + AirVata - Space + Air
 Pitta - Fire + WaterPitta - Fire + Water
 Kapha - Water + EarthKapha - Water + Earth

16. PANCHMAHABHOOTAS &PANCHMAHABHOOTAS &
PERCEPTION OF 6 TASTEPERCEPTION OF 6 TASTESS
Each taste that is perceived by the tongue has also been said to
comprise of Panchamahabhootas in different proportions. A
definite combination of two basic elements forms 6 types of
taste. These are as follows :
 Sweet - Earth + water----Banana., milk, natural sugar.Sweet - Earth + water----Banana., milk, natural sugar.
 Sour - Earth + Fire ----Yogurt , fermented foods ,Sour - Earth + Fire ----Yogurt , fermented foods ,
peaches , apricots, cherries, applespeaches , apricots, cherries, apples
 Salt - Fire + Water ---- SaltsSalt - Fire + Water ---- Salts
 Bitter - Fire + Air ----spinach , coffee, neem ,Bitter - Fire + Air ----spinach , coffee, neem ,
orange peel, dark vegsorange peel, dark vegs
 Pungent - Fire+ space ---- spices(black pepper, ginger)Pungent - Fire+ space ---- spices(black pepper, ginger)
 Astringent - Earth + Air --- amla, arjuna, jamunAstringent - Earth + Air --- amla, arjuna, jamun

17. POST-DIGESTIVE EFFECTPOST-DIGESTIVE EFFECT
Sweet and Salty Rasa ------ Sweet VipakaSweet and Salty Rasa ------ Sweet Vipaka
Sour Rasa Rasa ------ Sour VipakaSour Rasa Rasa ------ Sour Vipaka
Pungent ,Bitter and Astringent Rasa ----Pungent ,Bitter and Astringent Rasa ----
Pungent VipakaPungent Vipaka

18. TRIDOSHASTRIDOSHAS
 VATA DOSHAVATA DOSHA
 PITTA DOSHAPITTA DOSHA
 KAPHA DOSHAKAPHA DOSHA

19. DOSHAS IN RELATION TODOSHAS IN RELATION TO
BODY PARTSBODY PARTS

20. DOSHAS AND STAGES OFDOSHAS AND STAGES OF
LIFELIFE
 Childhood ----- Kapha dominanceChildhood ----- Kapha dominance
 Young age ----- Pitta dominanceYoung age ----- Pitta dominance
 Old age ------ Vata dominanceOld age ------ Vata dominance

21. Doshas and Time of the DayDoshas and Time of the Day

22. DOSHAS AND SEASONSDOSHAS AND SEASONS

23. Tridosha with taste agentsTridosha with taste agents
DoshaDosha To Increase,To Increase,
SupplementSupplement
To Decrease,To Decrease,
CalmCalm
VataVata pungent, bitter,pungent, bitter,
astringentastringent
sweet, sour, saltsweet, sour, salt
KaphaKapha sweet, sour, saltsweet, sour, salt pungent, bitter,pungent, bitter,
astringentastringent
PittaPitta sour, salt, pungentsour, salt, pungent sweet, bitter,sweet, bitter,
astringentastringent

24. Doshas and their FunctionsDoshas and their Functions
 Vata --- separation/movementVata --- separation/movement
 Pitta --- conversion/transformationPitta --- conversion/transformation
 Kapha --- cohesion/liquidityKapha --- cohesion/liquidity

25. Functions of VATAFunctions of VATA
VataVata promotes and regulates the activities of thepromotes and regulates the activities of the
mind.mind.
Vata governs the intestinal motility facilitatingVata governs the intestinal motility facilitating
the downward movement of food we consume.the downward movement of food we consume.
Vata governs whole process of respiration.Vata governs whole process of respiration.
VataVata generates consciousness and expression.generates consciousness and expression.
VataVata stimulates the activities ofstimulates the activities of PittaPitta andand KaphaKapha ..
VataVata assists in the fusion of the sperm and ovumassists in the fusion of the sperm and ovum
to create the zygote, ensures it's healthyto create the zygote, ensures it's healthy
development and expulsion from the uterus.development and expulsion from the uterus.
VataVata stimulates the expulsion of wastes from thestimulates the expulsion of wastes from the
body.body.

26. Functions of PITTAFunctions of PITTA
Pitta generates and maintains some natural urges, likePitta generates and maintains some natural urges, like
hunger, thirst.hunger, thirst.
Pitta represents various secretions, responsible forPitta represents various secretions, responsible for
digestion.digestion.
Pitta regulates the complexion and luster of skin.Pitta regulates the complexion and luster of skin.
Pitta helps in the maintenance of vision.Pitta helps in the maintenance of vision.
Pitta supports certain mental phenomenon likePitta supports certain mental phenomenon like
intellectual comprehension, Conviction, courage. intellectual comprehension, Conviction, courage.
It causes "Thermo-regulation" ,which is an importantIt causes "Thermo-regulation" ,which is an important
function of Pitta. function of Pitta.

27. Functions of KAPHAFunctions of KAPHA
Kapha maintains the structural integrity andKapha maintains the structural integrity and
confines Individual organs to their specificconfines Individual organs to their specific
location.location.
It protects the bodily organs againstIt protects the bodily organs against
physiological injury.physiological injury.
Kapha imparts immunity against diseases.Kapha imparts immunity against diseases.
It maintains the fluid balance.It maintains the fluid balance.
Mental phenomenon like, intellectual stability,Mental phenomenon like, intellectual stability,
determinations are governed by Kapha.determinations are governed by Kapha.

28. GUNASGUNAS
PropertiesProperties
OFOF
DoshasDoshas

29. VATAVATA
DryDry :: It resembles dryness of skin and dull hair.It resembles dryness of skin and dull hair.
QuickQuick :: Quick ability to learn, restless in activity, impulsiveQuick ability to learn, restless in activity, impulsive
mind & nature, short sleep, and fast speech.mind & nature, short sleep, and fast speech.
ColdCold :: Cold increases Vata.Cold increases Vata.
LightLight :: Fasting for several days increase Vata and makes bodyFasting for several days increase Vata and makes body
light.light.

30. PITTAPITTA
Hot :Hot : Leads to inflammation, fever, flushed hot skin, shortLeads to inflammation, fever, flushed hot skin, short
temper and anger.temper and anger.
Sharp :Sharp : Sharp body and mind, speech, sharp learning ability.Sharp body and mind, speech, sharp learning ability.
Moist :Moist : Sweating.Sweating.
Fluid :Fluid : Pitta is in a liquid state for example like juices fromPitta is in a liquid state for example like juices from
stomach and pancreas.stomach and pancreas.
Sour :Sour : Bad breath, body odor are a result of this property ofBad breath, body odor are a result of this property of
Pitta(CAUSES FERMENTATION)Pitta(CAUSES FERMENTATION)
Bright & ShinyBright & Shiny ::Brightness and shine in the body is related withBrightness and shine in the body is related with
Pitta. It is Pitta which gives the body shiny luster and brightness.Pitta. It is Pitta which gives the body shiny luster and brightness.

31. KAPHAKAPHA
Heavy :Heavy : Heaviness in the body is associated withHeaviness in the body is associated with
Kapha.Kapha.
SweetSweet :: Sweet things increase Kapha Increase inSweet things increase Kapha Increase in
weight is the function assigned to sweetness of Kapha.weight is the function assigned to sweetness of Kapha.
SoftSoft :: It resembles soft hair and soft skin.It resembles soft hair and soft skin.
SlowSlow :: Sluggishness in work, slow but steadySluggishness in work, slow but steady
learning process and longevity of life.learning process and longevity of life.

32. TYPES OF DOSHASTYPES OF DOSHAS
Each Dosha is further divided into five typesEach Dosha is further divided into five types
depending on the place where it is located (site)depending on the place where it is located (site)
and the functions (action) it carries out.and the functions (action) it carries out.

33. TYPES OF VATATYPES OF VATA
PRANA VAYUPRANA VAYU
Site:Site:
Brain, Nose, ThroatBrain, Nose, Throat
Site of action:Site of action:
Head is the vital performer of Vata.Head is the vital performer of Vata.
Prana Vayu performs vital function of respiration,Prana Vayu performs vital function of respiration,
Heart functions, emotions and all the sense stimulationHeart functions, emotions and all the sense stimulation
come under direct control of this type.come under direct control of this type.

34. UADANA VAYUUADANA VAYU
Site: -Site: -
Chest and throat.Chest and throat.
Site of action:Site of action:
Nose, Umbilical region and throatNose, Umbilical region and throat
 It acts in upward direction.It acts in upward direction.
 It is mainly associated with orientation of speech.It is mainly associated with orientation of speech.
 Production of energy and power in the body are linked withProduction of energy and power in the body are linked with
Udana Vayu.Udana Vayu.
 It regulates of respiration.It regulates of respiration.

35. SAMANA VAYUSAMANA VAYU
Site:Site:
Gastrointestinal tract.Gastrointestinal tract.
Site of action:Site of action:
Gastrointestinal tract.Gastrointestinal tract.
 Mixing of ingested food with digestive juices and enzymesMixing of ingested food with digestive juices and enzymes
that are required to act on food material is the prime function ofthat are required to act on food material is the prime function of
this type.this type.
 Regulates peristaltic movements and appropriate secretion ofRegulates peristaltic movements and appropriate secretion of
juices into the digestive system.juices into the digestive system.

36. VYANA VAYUVYANA VAYU
Site of action:Site of action:
Whole bodyWhole body
 This vayu flows in pranic channels called nadisThis vayu flows in pranic channels called nadis
& influences all other vayu& influences all other vayu
Performs functionsPerforms functions
involving almost all systems and each and every cell.involving almost all systems and each and every cell.
 It maintains the blood circulation in the physicalIt maintains the blood circulation in the physical
body& gives body shape, flexibility & sensitivitybody& gives body shape, flexibility & sensitivity
 Is responsible for nerve impulse conduction & theIs responsible for nerve impulse conduction & the
perception of touch by means of skin.perception of touch by means of skin.

37. APANA VAYUAPANA VAYU
Site:Site:
Pelvis, Urinary Tract and the Reproductive systemPelvis, Urinary Tract and the Reproductive system
Site of action :Site of action :
Pelvic Urinary Tract and Reproductive system.Pelvic Urinary Tract and Reproductive system.
 This acts in downward direction.This acts in downward direction.
 Responsible for elimination of waste products like urine andResponsible for elimination of waste products like urine and
stool.stool.
 For passage of menstruation bleed every month and for sexualFor passage of menstruation bleed every month and for sexual
functions.functions.

38. TYPES OF PITTATYPES OF PITTA
PACHAK PITTAPACHAK PITTA
Site:Site:
Stomach & small intestines.Stomach & small intestines.
 Responsible for digestion. The efficacy ofResponsible for digestion. The efficacy of
digestion is controlled by making it hot, slow,digestion is controlled by making it hot, slow,
more or lessmore or less
 The smallest, atomic types of cells receive theThe smallest, atomic types of cells receive the
nutrient through the digestion and itnutrient through the digestion and it
differentiates food into nutrients and wastedifferentiates food into nutrients and waste
products.products.

39. RANJAKA PITTARANJAKA PITTA
Site:Site:
Liver, spleen, liver red blood cells.Liver, spleen, liver red blood cells.
 The complex process of production of bloodThe complex process of production of blood
cells, balancing blood chemistry.cells, balancing blood chemistry.
 Gives pigmentation to the skin & the red colorGives pigmentation to the skin & the red color
to the bloodto the blood
 Supply of nutrients to the organs through theSupply of nutrients to the organs through the
circulation are all controlled and regulated by it.circulation are all controlled and regulated by it.

40. ALOCHAKA PITTAALOCHAKA PITTA
Site:Site:
EyesEyes
Maintains good Sight and Vision.Maintains good Sight and Vision.
 It performs the actual process of vision.It performs the actual process of vision.
 Any vision related disorder irrespective ofAny vision related disorder irrespective of
anatomical structure involved is associated withanatomical structure involved is associated with
this type.this type.

41. SADHAKA PITTASADHAKA PITTA
Site:Site:
HeartHeart
 It controls the memory and contenment of theIt controls the memory and contenment of the
person.person.
 The dharma, artha, kama and moksha are beingThe dharma, artha, kama and moksha are being
controlled by it, as the heart is the main place forcontrolled by it, as the heart is the main place for
securing all these.securing all these.
 The intellect, memory and the retention are allThe intellect, memory and the retention are all
controlled by the sadhaka pitta.controlled by the sadhaka pitta.

42. BHRAJAKA PITTABHRAJAKA PITTA
Site:Site:
SkinSkin
Gives the natural glow, luster, colorGives the natural glow, luster, color
and brightness to the skin.and brightness to the skin.

43. TYPES OF KAPHATYPES OF KAPHA
The primary functions of Kapha areThe primary functions of Kapha are structuralstructural
stability and to bring about moistness/lubricationstability and to bring about moistness/lubrication..
Kapha acts as lubricating and/or insulatingKapha acts as lubricating and/or insulating
material between the surfaces where maximummaterial between the surfaces where maximum
friction is expected.friction is expected.

44. KLEDAKA KAPHAKLEDAKA KAPHA
Site:Site:
StomachStomach
 It is situatedIt is situated between the inner linings of the mucousbetween the inner linings of the mucous
membranes of the stomach.membranes of the stomach.
 It lubricates the food, helps them to mix with juices &It lubricates the food, helps them to mix with juices &
forms a protective covering over the inner line offorms a protective covering over the inner line of
gastric mucosa.gastric mucosa.

45. AVALAMBAKA KAPHAAVALAMBAKA KAPHA
Site:Site:
Chest, lungsChest, lungs
 It keeps the chest, lungs, and back very strong.It keeps the chest, lungs, and back very strong.
 It facilitates strong muscles and protects theIt facilitates strong muscles and protects the
heart.heart.

46. BODHAKA KAPHABODHAKA KAPHA
Site:Site:
TongueTongue
 Helps in the identification of tastes.Helps in the identification of tastes.
 Salivation and primary lubrication of food areSalivation and primary lubrication of food are
its prime functions.its prime functions.

47. SHLESHAKA KAPHASHLESHAKA KAPHA
Site:Site:
JointsJoints
 It lubricates every joint in the body.It lubricates every joint in the body.
 The union among the cells is controlled byThe union among the cells is controlled by
shleshaka kapha.shleshaka kapha.
 Keeps the joints and tissues well lubricated.Keeps the joints and tissues well lubricated.

48. TARPAKA KAPHATARPAKA KAPHA
Site:Site:
Head and sinus cavities.Head and sinus cavities.
Keeps the nose, mouth, eyes moist and wellKeeps the nose, mouth, eyes moist and well
protected.protected.

49. VITTATED DOSHASVITTATED DOSHAS
 Vittated Prana Vayu :Vittated Prana Vayu : AsthmaAsthma
 Vittated Samana Vayu :Vittated Samana Vayu : IndigestionIndigestion
 Vittated pachakVittated pachak PittaPitta :: I.B.S,indigestionI.B.S,indigestion
 Vittated Ranjak Pitta :Vittated Ranjak Pitta : AnemiaAnemia
 Vittated ShleshakaVittated Shleshaka KaphaKapha :: ArthritisArthritis
 Vittated BodhakaVittated Bodhaka KaphaKapha :: Loss of taste.Loss of taste.

50. SYMTOMS OF VATASYMTOMS OF VATA
IMBALANCEIMBALANCE
 Prana VataPrana Vata - Worries, overactive mind, sleep- Worries, overactive mind, sleep
problems, difficulty in breathing.problems, difficulty in breathing.
 Udana VataUdana Vata - Dry coughs, sore throats, earaches,- Dry coughs, sore throats, earaches,
general fatigue.general fatigue.
 Samana VataSamana Vata - Slow or rapid digestion, flalulence,- Slow or rapid digestion, flalulence,
intestinal cramps, poor assimilation, weak tissues.intestinal cramps, poor assimilation, weak tissues.
 Apana VataApana Vata - Intestinal cramps, menstrual- Intestinal cramps, menstrual
problems, lower back pain, irregularity, diarrhea,problems, lower back pain, irregularity, diarrhea,
constipation, flatulence,infertility.constipation, flatulence,infertility.
 Vyana VataVyana Vata - Dry or rough skin, nervousness, poor- Dry or rough skin, nervousness, poor
blood flow, stress-related problems.blood flow, stress-related problems.

51. TIPS TO BALANCE VATATIPS TO BALANCE VATA
 Abhyanga (daily ayurvedic massage withAbhyanga (daily ayurvedic massage with sesame oilsesame oil).).
 Warm temperaturesWarm temperatures. Stay warm in cold, windy weather .. Stay warm in cold, windy weather .
 Eat warm & cooked foods.Eat warm & cooked foods.
 Go early to bed have lots of rest and sleep.Go early to bed have lots of rest and sleep.
 Favor warm, oily, heavy,Favor warm, oily, heavy, sweet, sour, and saltysweet, sour, and salty tastes.tastes.
 Reduce light, dry, cold,Reduce light, dry, cold, pungent, bitter andpungent, bitter and astringentastringent
foods.foods.
 Avoid raw foods, juices.Avoid raw foods, juices.
 Fasting is avoided.Fasting is avoided.
 Excessive aerobic activity should be avoided.Excessive aerobic activity should be avoided.

52. SYMPTOMS OF PITTASYMPTOMS OF PITTA
IMBALANCEIMBALANCE
 Alochaka PittaAlochaka Pitta - Blood shot eyes, poor vision- Blood shot eyes, poor vision
blindness ,cataractblindness ,cataract..
 Bhrajaka PittaBhrajaka Pitta - Skin rashes, acne,cancer.- Skin rashes, acne,cancer.
 Sadhaka PittaSadhaka Pitta -- heart diseases. Anginapectorisheart diseases. Anginapectoris
(heart pain), loss of memory, loss of intellect and(heart pain), loss of memory, loss of intellect and
anger, sadness and defects in taking properanger, sadness and defects in taking proper
decisions.decisions.
 Pachaka PittaPachaka Pitta – Hyperacidity,gastric ulcers.– Hyperacidity,gastric ulcers.
 Ranjaka PittaRanjaka Pitta - Early greying of hair, anger,- Early greying of hair, anger,

53. TIPS TO BALANCE PITTATIPS TO BALANCE PITTA
 Avoid sesame and mustard oils, fish, mutton,Avoid sesame and mustard oils, fish, mutton,
fasting, acidic fruits, alcohol, meat and fatty & oilyfasting, acidic fruits, alcohol, meat and fatty & oily
foodsfoods. Have coconut oil.. Have coconut oil.
 Avoid hot temperatures and food.Avoid hot temperatures and food.
 Favor cool, heavy, dry, sweet, bitter and astringentFavor cool, heavy, dry, sweet, bitter and astringent
foods.foods.
 Reduce pungent, sour, salty, warm, oily and lightReduce pungent, sour, salty, warm, oily and light
foodsfoods
 Moderation in work , don't overwork.Moderation in work , don't overwork.
 Regular mealtimes, especially at noon.Regular mealtimes, especially at noon.

54. SYMPTOMS OF KAPHASYMPTOMS OF KAPHA
IMBALANCEIMBALANCE
 Tarpaka Kapha-Tarpaka Kapha- Sinus congestion, poor sense ofSinus congestion, poor sense of
smell.smell.
 Bhodaka KaphaBhodaka Kapha - Poor sense of taste, food- Poor sense of taste, food
cravings due to lack of fulfillment.cravings due to lack of fulfillment.
 Kledaka KaphaKledaka Kapha - Impaired digestion, poor- Impaired digestion, poor
absorption.absorption.
 Avalambaka KaphaAvalambaka Kapha - Lethargy, respiratory- Lethargy, respiratory
problems, lower back pain.problems, lower back pain.
 Sleshaka KaphaSleshaka Kapha - Weight gain, oily skin, loose or- Weight gain, oily skin, loose or
painful joints.painful joints.

55. TIPS TO BALANCE KAPHATIPS TO BALANCE KAPHA
 Vigorous regular exercise.Vigorous regular exercise.
 Warm temperatures ,Stay warm in cold.Warm temperatures ,Stay warm in cold.
 Fresh fruits, vegetables and legumes.Fresh fruits, vegetables and legumes.
 Favor pungent, bitter, astringent, light, dryFavor pungent, bitter, astringent, light, dry
and warm foods.and warm foods.
 Reduce heavy, oily, cold, sweet, sour andReduce heavy, oily, cold, sweet, sour and
salty foods.salty foods.
 Early to bed, early to rise.Early to bed, early to rise.