Significance of Excess of pitta
Excess of pitta refers to an imbalance of the pitta dosha in Ayurveda, characterized by symptoms such as a yellowish complexion, burning sensations, thirst, inflammation, and potential fevers. This condition signals a need for dietary adjustments and can lead to severe symptoms like giddiness, fainting, and digestive issues such as diarrhea. Treatments for excess pitta may include specific herbal remedies, dietary changes, and the incorporation of substances like honey and pippali to restore balance to the body's doshas.
Synonyms: Pitta imbalance, Excess heat, Fiery energy, Aggravated pitta, Pitta excess, Digestive fire imbalance
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Hindu concept of 'Excess of pitta'
Excess of pitta in Hinduism denotes an abnormal increase of the pitta dosha, leading to symptoms like fever and inflammation. It requires specific herbal remedies and dietary adjustments for balance restoration and health improvement.
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 4: Iatrochemistry
(1) An imbalance related to the fire element in Ayurveda, which can also contribute to fever conditions.[1] (2) A condition related to the imbalance of bodily energies, specifically in relation to the medicine's effects.[2] (3) Indicates an imbalance or excess of the pitta dosha, which is also addressed by the remedy.[3] (4) An imbalance where there is an abnormal excess of pitta, which is treated with specific medicinal preparations like sauvarchaladi powder.[4] (5) Another condition related to an imbalance in the body's doshas, indicating too much fire element.[5]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 3: Metals, Gems and other substances
(1) A condition in Ayurvedic medicine that Vaidurya is said to alleviate, associated with certain diseases.[6] (2) A condition where there is an abnormal increase of pitta dosha, for which specific preparations are beneficial.[7] (3) A condition resulting from an imbalance of the pitta dosha, which can cause fever and is addressed by Yasoda.[8] (4) This phrase refers to an abundance or surplus of pitta, which is a concept in Ayurveda related to the body's dosha balance.[9] (5) A condition associated with an imbalance of pitta dosha, often linked with specific diseases and fever.[10]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 2: Minerals (uparasa)
(1) An imbalance of bodily heat, which can be improved through the proper use of mica.[11] (2) A condition causing various fevers that can be treated with specific combinations of herbs and substances, including gairika.[12] (3) A condition indicating an overload of the pitta dosha, for which svarna-gairika is also beneficial.[13] (4) A condition that kasisa can help alleviate.[14] (5) Excess of pitta refers to a condition characterized by an imbalance of pitta dosha, which can lead to various health issues.[15]
From: Rasa Jala Nidhi, vol 5: Treatment of various afflictions
(1) A condition leading to madatyaya with symptoms including thirst, sensation of heat, fever, and distraction of mind.[16] (2) An imbalance in the pitta dosha, leading to symptoms such as increased heat and agitation, which can cause murcha.[17] (3) A condition that involves an imbalance of pitta, presenting symptoms like thirst, inflammation, and a heating sensation in the heart.[18] (4) An abnormal increase of pitta (animal heat) in the body, leading to immediate heating and putrefaction of blood.[19]
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 1: Sutrasthana
(1) An increase in the digestive fire characterized by a yellowish complexion and a burning sensation throughout the body.[20]