Understanding Pitta Dosha

Pitta Dosha, a combination of Fire (Agni) and Water (Jal) elements, is responsible for metabolism, digestion, purification of blood, and transformation within the body. Pitta is a fiery dosha and its primary area of operation is between the navel and the diaphragm. The presence of Pitta in the form of ‘Jatharagni’, the digestive fire, helps in the digestion of food. Therefore, it is advised to avoid drinking water right before or after a meal. This tends to douse the digestive fire, leading to slow digestion. If this becomes a habit and is pursued regularly, then it also leads to a build-up...