Pitta Dosha

Human body is governed by and composed of the same elements that are found in the nature. There are five main elements including earth, water, fire, sky and air. All these are the main structural and functional units of this universe as well as human body. An apt balance amid these body energies is quite essential in order to promote and support normal body functions and its overall good health. At the same time, it is also true that proportion of these elements in human body is also determined by the foods we eat and other internal as well as external factors. These elements combined are known as doshas in the human body as per ayurvedic texts.  Since these doshas are present in different people differently therefore different people have different natures and physical as well as mental traits.

The three doshas that are formed as a result of different combinations of five elements in the human body are vata, pitta and kapha dosha. Out of these, the Pitta dosha is a symbol of fire and water elements in the human body. It is responsible for controlling the hormonal system in the body. Additionally, digestive system is also controlled by this dosha.   People who have dominant pitta dosha may suffer from negative emotions and feelings. These may include stress, depression, anger and such other feelings that have a negative impact on the overall physical as well as mental health of a person.

As far as physical appearance of people with dominance of Pitta dosha is concerned, they have a moderately sized body. Even the level of physical activity of such people is moderate. Although such people are quite ambitious and may have a strong will-power however such people are prone to suffer from short-temperedness, aggressiveness and irritable behavior. It is all due to stress that is triggered by the pitta dosha.  
Due to dominance of fire element in the bodies of such people, they show intolerance towards heat and sun. That is why such people suffer from skin ailments and sunburns more often if exposed to high temperatures or other harsh climatic conditions.

Tips to treat sleep disorder the herbal or natural way

It is an evident fact that body of any living being needs to take proper and apt rest and sleep so as to promote its overall health. It is because cells and tissues of various body parts and organs are regenerated and rejuvenated during sleep which in turn ensures normal and most optimal functions related to different body parts. But some people suffer from the problem of lack of sleep. Medically, this condition is known as insomnia. It is characterized by difficulty in sleeping in routine life. Most people opt for sleeping pills so as to induce sleep. However it is not at all recommendable by the healthcare experts. It is due to numerous side-effects associated with the use of these pills. Still there is a natural and safe way to induce sleep naturally in such people.

Here are some tips for the same.

1. You must ensure that you don’t sleep completely on an empty stomach as it also interferes with sleep. Eat something light so as to ensure you get unobstructed sleep.
2. Regular exercise is another effective way of inducing sleep in an apt and hassle-free manner. You must essentially carry out moderate exercises for at least half an hour daily so as to induce sleep naturally.
3. Go to sleep approximately same time every day. It helps in making your body habitual of this routine and you can fall asleep easily and comfortably once you are in bed.
4. Avoid daytime sleep as it is also known to cause problems in sleeping at night.
5. Sleep in a dark room as some people are not able to sleep properly in lights.
6. Avoid or reduce intake of caffeinated drinks as it also interferes with normal sleeping patterns.
7. You must use such a mattress for sleeping that is neither too soft nor too hard.
8. Yoga and meditation on regular basis helps in inducing sound sleep in the practitioners.
9. People who suffer from insomnia are advised to give up alcohol as it is also one of the major obstructions in sleeping.
10. Taking shower or bath two hours before bed time also helps in making you relaxed and getting rid of the physical as well as mental exhaustion so that you may sleep soundly.
11. Hot milk before bedtime also proves to be a very good remedy for those who find problems in sleeping. Addition of honey to the milk enhances this effect even more.
12. Use of certain herbs such as dogwood, hops, California poppy, Jamaica, passionflower, Valerian etc. help in promoting natural sleep in a person. Instead of using sleeping pills or other medicines, it is best to use such herbs attributed to the fact that no harm or side-effects are caused on the body due to use of these herbs. Herbs such as chamomile and balm are known to have sedative effect on the body and mind.

Similarly, Valerian is also another effective herb that can be used to induce sleep in those who suffer from sleep disorder or insomnia. It is due to presence of multiple medicinal properties and compounds in this herb.