Pitta (fire) - metabolism and transformation
Pitta is in charge of the digestion, the heat production, of feeling hungry and thirsty as well as sight, the intellect and flexibility of the body, especially of the joints. Pitta is the power of change and transformation.
The attributes of pitta are: hot, sharp (penetrating), brave, light, liquid, oily, mobile and enthusiastic.
Hot and salty food, coffee, alcohol, stress, excessive demands, sun and heat have a negative impact on Pitta. In summer, at noon and during puberty and menopause Pitta can get out of balance. This can be seen in the following symptoms: heartburn, stomach upset, feeling the heat, erythema, eczema, allergies, inflammations, liver- and blood diseases, addictions, hostility and anger. Coolness, serenity, love and understanding bring relief.
