Vata symptoms
Aggravated Vata dosha causes the following symptoms: dryness (skin, stool, eyes, etc), constipation, gas, bloating, stiff joints, stiff muscles, arthritis, weight loss, menstrual pain, menstrual irregularity, worry, anxiety, fearfulness and nervous system disorders. Vata's main symptom is pain.
Vata is most aggravated in autumn and early winter. It is upset by cold dry weather; wind and draughts; cold emotions like anxiety and fear; erratic or jarring exercise such as running; cold foods and drinks; and foods that are raw, rough or dry, such as salads, cold cereal, biscuits, crackers, crisps.
Vata can also become aggravated in Pitta and Kapha people. Seek the guidance of a practitioner, so you know which dosha to treat and how. Contact Jacqui for an appointment.
Vata dosha is dry, light, rough, cold and erratic. Therefore, as Ayurveda works on the principle that like increases like, Vata people should avoid anything dry, light, rough, cold and erratic. That includes the foods and activities listed above.
- Vata is balanced by regularity. Be regular with your bedtime, mealtimes, and all habits. Have regular Ayurvedic oil massage, as oil and heat are one of the best therapies for Vata. Eat soothing, heavy, warming and nourishing foods, like cooked wholegrains, vegetables, dairy and fruit, and soups and herbal teas.
- Have warm baths, rest and relax, practise deep breathing and meditation, and do mild exercise like yoga, tai chi, walks in nature, and non-strenuous cycling and swimming, especially in natural surroundings. Avoid excess multimedia stimulation, especially in the last few hours before bedtime. Slow down and chill out!
If you have Vata symptoms, there are foods, daily habits and herbal medicines that can treat these imbalances, and restore balance to your body, mind, emotions and energy level.
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