Pitta dosha governs over our digestion, metabolism, body temperature, intellect, and liver functioning, making it essential to keep our Pitta healthy, strong, and in balance. This quick and easy tonic includes a handful of Pitta-soothing ingredients geared to flush out toxins, alkalize the body, reduce heat, alleviate inflammation, improve digestion, relieve hyperacidity, and beautify the complexion. It can be taken throughout the summer to keep the heat at bay, or anytime your Pitta is elevated and in need of some nourishment!
Read more about Pitta dosha here.
Since Pitta is intimately connect to the liver, blood, eyes, and skin, this drink can also be taken to strengthen, cleanse, and cool the liver and blood, support eye health, or heal skin disorders. With the addition of baking soda and lime, this tonic is extremely effective for reducing acidity in the body and is a great daily tonic for anyone experiencing chronic (on-going) hyperacidity, heartburn, or GIRD. Here are some common Pitta conditions this tonic will help alleviate:
Common Pitta Issues
- Inflammation
- Acne, rash, psoriasis, and eczema
- Acid indigestion, hyperacidity, and heartburn
- Inflammatory GI issues such as colitis, gastritis, Crohn’s, and IBS
- Liver disorders
- Blood disorders
- Hemorrhoids
- Excessive perspiration
- Strong, flesh-like smelling perspiration
- Nausea
- Fever
This Pitta-reducing tonic can be taken daily during times of imbalance, or to maintain a healthy system (especially for Pitta types). It should be taken first thing each morning on an empty stomach, and again between meals for more severe issues. Making this drink a part of your routine will increase energy, encourage hydration, boost digestion, and bring you a general sense of wellness.
PITTA-REDUCING TONIC RECIPE
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces water
- 1/8 teaspoon turmeric powder*
- 1/8 teaspoon cardamom powder*
- Juice of a 1/2 lime
- 1 tablespoon aloe juice (organic, preservative-free; I love this brand!*)
- 2 to 3 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
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Directions
1. Heat 12 ounces of water to just below a boil.
2. Add in turmeric, cardamom, fresh lime juice, aloe juice, and maple syrup.
3. Stir well until the ingredients have been thoroughly blended.
4. Pour the drink into a mug and then mix in the baking soda directly before drinking. This will create a lovely effervescent touch and provide a cleansing, alkalizing effect.
5. Enjoy this tonic first thing each morning on an empty stomach to increase energy, promote hydration, reduce heat, alkalize the body, stimulate and flush the liver, promote morning elimination, and detoxify the system.
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Will this tonic aggravate vata dosha for those 50/50 vata/pitta constitutions? Thank YOU!
Hi S,
Thank you for your question!
This Pitta Tonic is fairly balanced and should be suitable for a Vata-Pitta type, especially in the warmer months. If you find it a bit too cooling in the fall or winter, you can replace the maple syrup with honey if you prefer.
Be well and enJOY:)
Namaste,
Danielle
I was having aloe Vera juice from Trader Joes but stopped since breastfeeding. My child is 16 months but is still feeding at night, she is still very attached. Would the amount of aloe Vera in this recipe mess with my milk supply? Have been getting rashes, my gut has felt inflamed and have had a short fuse quite a bit. Also a mom of three so feel quite exhausted and burnt out. It is warming up here in Omaha, Nebraska so not sure if I should be leaning more to calming down my pitta dosha side over my vata side? I know it is kapha season but I just feel hot a lot. I also am attached to not very healthy things like coffee, I have one 1 Tablespoon of whole grounds now but I can still definitely feel the irritation.
Hi Ruth,
Thank you for your question. It is generally not recommended to drink aloe while breastfeeding, as it may lead to diarrhea or an upset stomach for your baby. It is a small amount, however, so it will likely not have a major negative effect on your little one, especially since they are a bit older and only consuming breastmilk at night. Of course, if you notice loose stools or colic after feedings, then you should avoid the aloe until you are no longer breastfeeding.
If you want to play it safe, there are many Pitta-soothing herbs and remedies that are safe while breastfeeding. You can try a simple fennel and coriander tea, our COOL DOWN Tea, or our Sweet Fennel Tea recipe. Shatavari and licorice are very Pitta-soothing and beneficial for breastmilk production as well. Our Rasayana Ghrita (rejuvenation ghee) can be very supportive postpartum, too!
From what you have mentioned, I would definitely focus on soothing Pitta, while also nourishing your Vata and Ojas.
Let me know if you have any further questions!
Take it slow and be well:)
Namaste,
Danielle