This is an awesome video! Thank you! I really appreciate how you started out with the first two tips of being proud of any small changes and not stressing so much on perfection
Wonderful video. I have been actively INCREASING my Vata for most of my life, riding a wave of adrenaline through most of my days. Unsurprisingly, this has left me as an unbalanced energetic mess! It is remarkable that the foods listed are already most of my very favorite foods. I know plan to be more intentional with my diet, and more importantly, my breathwork and activity regimen to help balance my Vata. Thank you for the valuable information.
After I went crazy for the past few years with IF and attempting Keto diet (always cheated and always failed overall) I suddenly decided to just go back to just eating moderately and a few times a day. The anxiety went away, the gorging on big meals while trying to fit them with fasting and obsession with eating went again. I suddenly reverted to being calm and cool about food again. And this really helps to continue this way of eating. Thank you.
You're welcome! Thank you for watching and commenting with your own personal story! We're so happy to hear that following a vata balancing diet has been helping you. Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions! 🌱
Glad to see the world is keeping itself healthy by following the Indian Ayurveda routine. Vata, Pitta, and Kapha are Indian Ayurveda terminology. Thanks, Banyan Botanicals for sharing this wonderful information. Proud Indian. As a Indian Hindu girl, I feel very bad, Hindus gave Meditation, Ayurveda, Vedic Astrology and Yoga to entire world...Everyone is highly benefitting from our rich information but western people behave so badly with Indian, do racism...Does India deserves this behave???
Hello human. It doesn’t matter your race but your way of looking at the world is through the lens of hatred and victimhood. It’s ironic that you have this mind when you are complaining and stereotyping western people who want to enjoy Indian practices like these which are designed to foster better mental health, loving kindness and inner peace. It sounds like you’re missing the point of these practices yourself.
Sadly, us Western folk have a horrible education system and very closed off views. It's not all of us though, there are plenty of good eggs as well. I wish you all the best.
We're all the same people, everything people do is made by people for people, not by Indians or Chinese or Europeans or Africans, and we should similarly treat all people equally. I'm not sure it's good to imply that our worth has anything with to do with some group separation, and "proud nationalism" is precisely what makes people look down on people from "the other" made up group. A similarly proud white European Christian is the one who's more likely to place Indians below themselves, and expect praise from Indians for every single piece of Western knowledge and Western science and Western technology that India uses. And they will be proud of Western achievements, not Indian ones. Nationalism similar to your own is what creates the interactions you don't like, and promoting it and being proud of it makes the interactions you don't like more likely Only if we start being proud of our humanity instead of some tribe can we truly praise and appreciate each other
Just listening to this makes me feel rejuvenated and grouded. I was trying to practice plant based food. I used to feel anxious and I kindof feel that I now know the reason
This video was very informational and inspires me to learn more about Ayurvedic life style practice of wellness. Your voice is so pleasant and soothing. Thank you for all this information - look forward to applying these tips to my daily practice
Interesting. ..many of the foods suggested to steer clear of are the ones I try to eat more of. Thank goodness for the information contained in your videos. Looking forward to egg and toast, soups and stews again.
Your voice is so relaxing since I was sick of diets I was just passing by but your voice lulled me. I will be more compassionete with myself and listen to my body if it reacts or reflects with Vata dosha :)
You're so welcome! We're glad to hear that our video was helpful for you. As for raisins, they are fine for the vata dosha as long as they are soaked or cooked. For example, adding raisins with ghee to oatmeal can help counteract the dry quality that can aggravate vata. Dry raisins, however, are not recommended for vata. Here is a link with more information about vata balancing foods that you might find useful: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
That is very helpful, thank you. I'm struggling with vata-related MS, so I'm quite desperate to heal, and i just want to say you're so good and you really care, little recognition and lot's of love sending your way
Great question! Coconut oil is often used in place of ghee, and certain plant-based sources of protein are encouraged for vegans looking to pacify vata dosha. For more tips, check out this article from our website about veganism in Ayurveda: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/blog-the-banyan-insight/details/ayurveda-for-vegans-the-perfect-vegan-kitchari-recipe/
Thanks for the helpful information. I recently listened to Deepak Chopra who recommend sesame oil, not sure if he was referring to it as part of the vata diet.
HI! Good video :) You recommend root vegetables. I read in one book that root veggies are not recommended for Vata. But in the same book they do recommend carrots, parsnips etc. What are your recommendations? I get no issues from eating root vegetables cooked, quite the opposite; it feels good :) I also don't understand that warm spices are both recommended and avoided, how come? Thanks
Thanks, Graleh! We’re not sure which book you’re referring to, but at Banyan we consider root vegetables to be especially beneficial to vata, in part because they grow underground. It is thought that their deep connection to the earth makes them more grounding and stabilizing for the vata dosha. Cooking them makes them even better for vata by introducing the warm element to counteract vata’s coldness. Plus, if they’re already helping you feel good, we encourage you to keep doing what you’re doing! As for warm spices, the key there is to focus on spices that are warm in energy rather than hot. Spices that are too hot, such as cayenne or chili powder, can be energetically drying and therefore can aggravate vata. We recommend referring to this page for more information: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
@@banyanbotanicals Most roots cause aggravation of Vata. It's better not to take them. There's no conc3pt in Ayurveda that roots are more 'rooted'. Haha.funny
I am Vata dosha: very dry and cold. Eating wheat bread can quickly cause me flu or sinusitis, and I avoid dry stuff and beans. Lentils actually make me bleed. The weird thing though is that it seems corn tortillas don't seem to do anything bad to me. Why is that? I'm Mexican, corn tortillas are a staple of my diet. Should I avoid them?
As someone else in the comments said, it's astonishing how many of these foods are my favorite foods and textures (especially smooth, soft and saucy)! Thank you for this video and for the detailed posts on your website, they're very helpful!
Same for me.... all the foods I'm drawn to and instinctively know are best for my stomach... yet for years I've been making myself eat other foods! And paying for it. I've never enjoyed cold leftovers or loads of raw food. Soft cooked veges feel wonderful for me.
Thanks for asking! We recommend sticking to consistent mealtimes every day to help keep vata grounded. 🙂 As for the content of those meals, you do not have to eat the same thing every day. Here are some ideas for vata balancing food options you can experiment with: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
Hi Amina! There are many vegans that follow a successful Ayurvedic lifestyle 😊 The goal is not to be rigid but rather honor the harmony of your unique blueprint for optimal health. Here are some Vata pacifying foods if you ever notice your Vata out of balance: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/ 💚
I have always naturally disliked raw vegetables, but loved cooked veggies. Everyone said I was being unhealthy and I would just force myself to eat raw veggies and I haven't been enjoying eating for over 10 years. I have digestion issues and I am so happy to know I should stop forcing myself to eat stuff I don't want to. Thank you!
Thanks for tuning in! We are glad you enjoyed this video, here is a link to an article on a Vata-Balancing Diet www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-diet/
Planet Ayurveda ke Pitta Balance ne mere pitta dosha ko balance kar diya hai! Ab mere skin aur hair bhi saaf aur healthy lagte hain. Ayurvedic nuskhe ko follow karne se asli mein faayda hota hai.
A few examples of what Vata pacifying spices would be, would be helpful. I'm hearing you mention them often in this video, but I'm clueless what these spices are. But still I liked the video very much! Finally someone explained what stringent means! Thank you
If I start working on system for some time, I get join pains in my finger joint especially index finger...pain and uncomfort on hands...please suggest solution......my body is already pitta type as I take seasme seeds, raggi my body gers heated up and top of it, I have vatta dosha seems to be...both are making my life abnormal...I started taking ashwagandha but it was increasing heat in the body making problems worst
Hi Tina, thanks for watching! Although grains are mentioned in this video, there are still lots of other options for foods that are grain-free and which help to pacify vata dosha. Check out this food list for some ideas! www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
I tried in my life :vegetarian diet for 4 years ,vegan and alkaline for 3 years( few times) I got back to shitty diet (life and bad habits) but now is time for Ayurvedic diet witch I always wanted to experiment with.Thank you for video !
Thank you. But it sounds weird when you say ‘vaata’. It’s vaaThAh. That last part like ‘Theo’ , not like ‘Ta’oxin.. If you can’t say that much why all this. I hope you respect and learn that Also so many sages of Hindus ( sanathana dharma ) dedicated their life to give man kind these for FREE , not like western medicine. So always start your program by giving respect to those ancient saints l. By doing that you will grow leaps and bounds. Also I see your products , in front of you. It’s fine. You are making money on those Indian medicine which was meant to give for free. I know many Indians and Indian companies do. But THEY ARE HINDUS .. directly or indirectly contributing to this Ayurveda. Like for example , ThriPhala. It consists of three fruits , none are grown in American soil.. only in India.. Thriphala and whole Ayurvedic system shaped that way because of experiments those sages done on themselves to give man kind .. Bottom line , don’t just benefit but please contribute. British looted Bharath and build London
Thank you so much for sharing your insights! We definitely agree that the wisdom of Ayurveda should be shared and freely given to help individuals achieve and maintain their optimal wellbeing. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration for future videos 💚
No meat is mentioned at all. Would a lamb stew with accepted veggies be okay. (Carrots, Green beans, parsnips, squash?) I am Gluten and Soy Free. I love making a soup with sweet potato, some organic pureed pumpkin (does come in a can), and butternut squash and then with coconut milk blend all together with spices suggested. Add some Ghee at end. This is a really excellent video.....Thank you so much....
That sounds delicious! While for the most part Ayurvedic diets are vegetarian, there are several meats that are grounding and pacifying for the Doshas. For Vata, the meats to favor are those that are nourishing, sweet, moist, and relatively easy to digest. Lamb is quite dry and lean, so may not be suited for Vata-type digestion. For a full list of those to favor and avoid, check out our Vata pacifying foods list www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
I am Vata and I have lost a lot of weight on my upper body (face, shoulders, bust...) probably because of stress and lack of sleep. I don't recognize myself in the mirror it's very depressing. I'm 31, is there still a way to go back to my old self if I make life changes ? (I'm changing jobs and have just moved to a better environment). Is it still possible to re-gain weight on my face ? My under-eyes and cheeks have sunken, I feel horrible. Thank you for your advice.
Hi there 💚 Thank you for your vulnerability. It is never too late to bring your body back into balance. This might be a really supportive resource for you: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/lifestyle/vata-daily-routine/
Hi Very happy with all the shared information. Thank you very much. Have a quick question though- Can the almond milk be consumed on regular basis by vata - pitta prakriti combination?
You’re welcome! Almond milk is considered balancing for vata and pitta doshas, so it is a good choice indeed for many people with that prakriti. We actually just released a video about making almond milk at home that you might enjoy. ua-cam.com/video/1iorZyvx348/v-deo.html
Found out I'm a Vata, dont care for sweet taste at all, wonder what that means since I should like it. What makes me dislike sweet food so much as a Vata....
the non-negotiable for me is my 1 cup of coffee in the morning. I grew up in Brazil, and my life was formed around coffee. I dont drink more than once a day, but it's my morning ritual. I would rather skip breakfast than drink anything else.
We appreciate you tuning in! We understand completely, we all probably have something that is non negotiable (mine is ice cream), but as long as we approach these with awareness and in moderation we should be fine. 💚💚💚
Great question! Here are some tips for balancing Vata/Pitta and Pitta/Vata www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/lifestyle/vata-pitta-daily-routine/
Aha! Thank God, I was just suspecting that although radical food combining rules say to start with fruit, move on to starch, and end with animal protein or nut butters, I felt and noticed that I would do better following the opposite, as a vata, exactly as you have outlined here, beginning with eggs or chicken and ending with moderate carbs like sweet potatoes. I tried having the yogurt at night, and my nails literally fell apart. Switched the fatty protein like yogurt back to the morning, and my nails became hard as rocks again. I'm so vata (I guess an albino one since some say vatas are usually brown, but I think the skin color is not the most important aspect (as in life, lol)! So thank you!
Thanks for tuning in! 🌱💚 You may find this article helpful, An Ayurvedic Perspective on Allergies www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/health-guides/allergy-guide/
Can you eat cooked steamed broccoli ? If you are Vata iregular I’m trying to lose weight so I tried limiting bread doing low carb but idk what to eat I mainly eat cooked carrots chicken and lately salad cause idk what to eat
Great question! You may want to check out our Vata pacifying foods guide www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
Thank you for commenting on our video and sharing your experience with us. We are so sorry to hear about what you're going through. We are not licensed to speak toward medical conditions and strongly encourage you to reach out to an Ayurvedic practitioner or healthcare professional who can work with you to find a solution.
Hello i know this is not recent but I hope u can help I am interested in Ayurveda I mean to include it in my life but without having to change a family tradition I am a vata ( took the test) but I am raw vegan since burn so as my family how can I incorporate Ayurveda in this diet
Here is information about balancing vata through diet, herbals, and lifestyle recommendations: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/learning-ayurveda/balancing-vata/
It would be very difficult for me to avoid most of the vegetables that are listed in the red boxes... Can one mitigate the vata aggravation caused by these by heating, pureeing, seasoning or anything else? Like, a cauliflower - if pureed into soup mixed with ghee, yoghurt and spices, would that be considered better (or even good) for vata, or is it still a nono?
Great question! Every body is going to respond differently, so trying approaches like the one mentioned above may work well for your digestion. You may find our Vata pacifying foods article helpful as well, www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
Thank you! Amazing information... which saute vegetables do you recommend for Vata? I always have kale, broccoli and coliflower but after watching this I think I need other suggestions. I am allergy to zucchini and pumpkin
Im a kapha vata and i when i try to incorporate a lots of raw fruits and vegetables to balance my kapha. I m not able to digest it. What do i do? Steam all fruits and vegetables?
Cooking foods can help begin the digestive process, and is very important for vatas. Check out our guide on balancing vata through diet here: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-diet/
Great question! It can help to know both your Ayurvedic constitution as well as your Agni, or digestive fire, type. You can take our Agni quiz to determine which food list may be more supportive for your digestive fire www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/blog-the-banyan-insight/details/agni-quiz/
Great question! Cucumbers are relatively suitable for Vata, however raw vegetables and salads do tend to aggravate Vata digestion. If choosing these, keep the quantities small and eat them at mid-day, when digestive strength is at its peak. For a full list of Vata pacifying foods, check out this article www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
It's quite difficult to get any fresh organic veggies for vata here, so when push comes to shove: would you recommend for example non organic fresh or organic, but frozen green beans or spinach to balance out excessive vata?
Try to stick to fresh, non-frozen foods, but in a pinch use what you can get! Eat quality foods whenever possible, but don't stress about it if you have to use a pack of frozen green beans. 💚
It would be better for Vata to consume hot food over cold, although reheating is usually not recommended as there tends to be less Prana. If you can, consuming fresh food is ideal 💚
Thanks for making the this video May I also ask you about what can I do with eating banana so it digests easily ? It used to cause constipation to me and I stopped eating it
Rather than "curing" vata dosha, Ayurveda seeks to balance it to the amount that your body should naturally have. We recommend taking our Ayurvedic Profile™ quiz to see how you can find your own optimal state of balance: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/prakriti-quiz/
Greetings, thank you for such an informative video. I was curious to know the relation of freshly harvested and juiced [unpasteurized] coconut water, coconut jelly and coconut milk (water/jelly only) is to a vata pacifying diet. Thank you.
Great question, Ovi! And it depends. Coconut is considered light, sweet, and cooling. It is oily and smooth and can relieve vata for some, however it really depends on the person. We recommend examining what your primary goals are and begin with supporting those goals. As you start to find balance within your primary focus areas, you can add in/try other foods over time and assess how you feel. For detailed advice and direction, we recommend working with an Ayurvedic Practitioner.
Bananas generally do not pair well with other foods, and Ayurveda recommends eating them alone. Ayurveda recommends that most fruits be eaten alone or with fruits that are very similar in consistency and energetics. For more information, check out our guide on Ayurvedic Food Combining: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/ayurvedic-food-combining/
Cheese and dairy is generally quite balancing for vata, but you want to avoid cold or highly processed cheeses. Vata benefits from the warm, moist, smooth and oily qualities of cheese. You can find more out about vata balancing foods here: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
If you’re trying to balance vata dosha, we wouldn’t recommend taking too much of anything that is known to increase it. Of the items you mentioned, green gram (green mung beans) are not considered vata-aggravating. For the foods that increase vata, we recommend minimizing them or cooking them with more oil and vata-friendly spices to help for better digestion. 🌱
Very informative & helpful....crisp Detailed video. Thankyou very much. & yes, your voice is very sweet...& your aura also seems very positive. Hare krishna!!
Good question! For vata-kapha types, Ayurveda generally recommends eating for kapha in the spring and for vata in the summer and fall. The winter diet for this dosha can take some more effort to determine because both vata and kapha are highly present in the atmosphere at that time of year, so it's good to tune into how you're feeling at that time and determine your state of balance. For more insight, we encourage you to check out this guide for balancing a vata-kapha constitution: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/learning-ayurveda/managing-your-constitution/managing-a-vata-kapha-constituition/
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This is an awesome video! Thank you! I really appreciate how you started out with the first two tips of being proud of any small changes and not stressing so much on perfection
It's important to let your Vata slow down and ground down! Self-love is a true rejuvenator for Vata. ❤️❤️
This is quality content! I definitely am feeling empowered to start making some changes after watching this 👍🔥
We appreciate you tuning in! 🌱
Excellent! This helped me so much and your gentle voice made me feel grounded.
Me too!!! her voice is amazing, so calming and grounding. Perfect to pacify us vata hehee
Agreed!
Thank you so much!! 😍😍
Very true
me too!
Can't stop appreciating the power of Ancient Indian Treasure of Ayurveda!
Us too!
Wonderful video. I have been actively INCREASING my Vata for most of my life, riding a wave of adrenaline through most of my days. Unsurprisingly, this has left me as an unbalanced energetic mess! It is remarkable that the foods listed are already most of my very favorite foods. I know plan to be more intentional with my diet, and more importantly, my breathwork and activity regimen to help balance my Vata. Thank you for the valuable information.
Wonderful! We're so happy to hear this video has been beneficial for you. 💚
After I went crazy for the past few years with IF and attempting Keto diet (always cheated and always failed overall) I suddenly decided to just go back to just eating moderately and a few times a day. The anxiety went away, the gorging on big meals while trying to fit them with fasting and obsession with eating went again. I suddenly reverted to being calm and cool about food again. And this really helps to continue this way of eating. Thank you.
You're welcome! Thank you for watching and commenting with your own personal story! We're so happy to hear that following a vata balancing diet has been helping you. Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions! 🌱
To me, vata's should steer clear of fasting. (I know it is terrible for me!)
Glad to see the world is keeping itself healthy by following the Indian Ayurveda routine. Vata, Pitta, and Kapha are Indian Ayurveda terminology. Thanks, Banyan Botanicals for sharing this wonderful information. Proud Indian. As a Indian Hindu girl, I feel very bad, Hindus gave Meditation, Ayurveda, Vedic Astrology and Yoga to entire world...Everyone is highly benefitting from our rich information but western people behave so badly with Indian, do racism...Does India deserves this behave???
Those people will get back what they put into the world. It will all come around eventually. Some day everything will be made right.
Hello human. It doesn’t matter your race but your way of looking at the world is through the lens of hatred and victimhood. It’s ironic that you have this mind when you are complaining and stereotyping western people who want to enjoy Indian practices like these which are designed to foster better mental health, loving kindness and inner peace. It sounds like you’re missing the point of these practices yourself.
Sadly, us Western folk have a horrible education system and very closed off views. It's not all of us though, there are plenty of good eggs as well. I wish you all the best.
You’re confusing the people with governments.
We're all the same people, everything people do is made by people for people, not by Indians or Chinese or Europeans or Africans, and we should similarly treat all people equally.
I'm not sure it's good to imply that our worth has anything with to do with some group separation, and "proud nationalism" is precisely what makes people look down on people from "the other" made up group.
A similarly proud white European Christian is the one who's more likely to place Indians below themselves, and expect praise from Indians for every single piece of Western knowledge and Western science and Western technology that India uses. And they will be proud of Western achievements, not Indian ones. Nationalism similar to your own is what creates the interactions you don't like, and promoting it and being proud of it makes the interactions you don't like more likely
Only if we start being proud of our humanity instead of some tribe can we truly praise and appreciate each other
Just listening to this makes me feel rejuvenated and grouded. I was trying to practice plant based food. I used to feel anxious and I kindof feel that I now know the reason
So glad you found some clarity!
I'm sensitive to gluten. I got bloated and severe pain in my stomache so I haven't had any gluten for about 3 years.
This video was very informational and inspires me to learn more about Ayurvedic life style practice of wellness. Your voice is so pleasant and soothing. Thank you for all this information - look forward to applying these tips to my daily practice
Thank you so much! So glad you found it helpful 💚
The best video I've come across for vata diet. Really simple and straightforward. Thank You!
Thank you so much for saying so! We're so glad to hear that you found it helpful!
سلام من فضلك هل تكرمت وترجمتا لي كل ماقالت. ولو باختصار. فلن افهم كتيراشياء. فأنانوع جسمي فاتا جزاك لله كل خييير.
Interesting. ..many of the foods suggested to steer clear of are the ones I try to eat more of. Thank goodness for the information contained in your videos. Looking forward to egg and toast, soups and stews again.
Glad it was helpful! 💚💚
Please, could somebody recomend to me a book with recipes for lunch and dinner, specially for Vata? Thank you.
We have a number of delicious recipes you might enjoy here: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/blog-the-banyan-insight/category/recipes-diy/
RIP...... For those, who dislike this great informational video !!!
Thanks for commenting! 🙂
I am kapha/vata and have been told that I need to pacify the vata to help the kapha issues. Thank you for this video.
You bet! Glad it resonates :)
I thought the "and finally" was going to be dessert :'(
Vata can benefit from a little sweetness now and again, but you'll want to stick with natural sugars like fruits. 💚
Lol and I love bitter foods...guess I'm out of synch with myself.
I do too. I wonder if it could be to balance something else, like another dosha that is part of our package or cleansing the liver.
Your voice is so relaxing since I was sick of diets I was just passing by but your voice lulled me. I will be more compassionete with myself and listen to my body if it reacts or reflects with Vata dosha :)
Yaaaas! Compassion is healing! 💚💚💚
Thank you for this one, I was looking everywhere for this information
You're so welcome! We're glad to hear that our video was helpful for you. As for raisins, they are fine for the vata dosha as long as they are soaked or cooked. For example, adding raisins with ghee to oatmeal can help counteract the dry quality that can aggravate vata. Dry raisins, however, are not recommended for vata. Here is a link with more information about vata balancing foods that you might find useful: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
That is very helpful, thank you. I'm struggling with vata-related MS, so I'm quite desperate to heal, and i just want to say you're so good and you really care, little recognition and lot's of love sending your way
@@zycieciekocha4945 It has been one year since your comment. Have you seen good results from following these principles?
What do you suggest to replace animal products if you're vegan?
Great question! Coconut oil is often used in place of ghee, and certain plant-based sources of protein are encouraged for vegans looking to pacify vata dosha. For more tips, check out this article from our website about veganism in Ayurveda: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/blog-the-banyan-insight/details/ayurveda-for-vegans-the-perfect-vegan-kitchari-recipe/
Thanks for the helpful information. I recently listened to Deepak Chopra who recommend sesame oil, not sure if he was referring to it as part of the vata diet.
You're welcome! Sesame oil is great for pacifing vata and kapha. Check it out here: www.banyanbotanicals.com/sesame-oil/
HI! Good video :) You recommend root vegetables. I read in one book that root veggies are not recommended for Vata. But in the same book they do recommend carrots, parsnips etc. What are your recommendations? I get no issues from eating root vegetables cooked, quite the opposite; it feels good :) I also don't understand that warm spices are both recommended and avoided, how come? Thanks
Thanks, Graleh! We’re not sure which book you’re referring to, but at Banyan we consider root vegetables to be especially beneficial to vata, in part because they grow underground. It is thought that their deep connection to the earth makes them more grounding and stabilizing for the vata dosha. Cooking them makes them even better for vata by introducing the warm element to counteract vata’s coldness. Plus, if they’re already helping you feel good, we encourage you to keep doing what you’re doing! As for warm spices, the key there is to focus on spices that are warm in energy rather than hot. Spices that are too hot, such as cayenne or chili powder, can be energetically drying and therefore can aggravate vata. We recommend referring to this page for more information: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
@@banyanbotanicals Most roots cause aggravation of Vata. It's better not to take them. There's no conc3pt in Ayurveda that roots are more 'rooted'. Haha.funny
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I am Vata dosha: very dry and cold. Eating wheat bread can quickly cause me flu or sinusitis, and I avoid dry stuff and beans. Lentils actually make me bleed. The weird thing though is that it seems corn tortillas don't seem to do anything bad to me. Why is that? I'm Mexican, corn tortillas are a staple of my diet. Should I avoid them?
As someone else in the comments said, it's astonishing how many of these foods are my favorite foods and textures (especially smooth, soft and saucy)! Thank you for this video and for the detailed posts on your website, they're very helpful!
Same for me.... all the foods I'm drawn to and instinctively know are best for my stomach... yet for years I've been making myself eat other foods! And paying for it.
I've never enjoyed cold leftovers or loads of raw food. Soft cooked veges feel wonderful for me.
were you saying its good to eat the same thing at the same time
everyday or its not for vata?
Thanks for asking! We recommend sticking to consistent mealtimes every day to help keep vata grounded. 🙂
As for the content of those meals, you do not have to eat the same thing every day. Here are some ideas for vata balancing food options you can experiment with: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
They are taking everything from me! I am vegan how can I pacify myself with zuchinni and mushy banana haha
Hi Amina! There are many vegans that follow a successful Ayurvedic lifestyle 😊 The goal is not to be rigid but rather honor the harmony of your unique blueprint for optimal health. Here are some Vata pacifying foods if you ever notice your Vata out of balance: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/ 💚
Try eating your Soy beans in the form of Soy yogurt!
I have always naturally disliked raw vegetables, but loved cooked veggies. Everyone said I was being unhealthy and I would just force myself to eat raw veggies and I haven't been enjoying eating for over 10 years. I have digestion issues and I am so happy to know I should stop forcing myself to eat stuff I don't want to. Thank you!
excellent! is this in written form anywhere that I can access?
Thanks for tuning in! We are glad you enjoyed this video, here is a link to an article on a Vata-Balancing Diet www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-diet/
Wow an amazing video, such great information, will watch again, thank you 😌🙏 Now Subscribed 😌
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Question… if I’m a kappa with too much vada, would I follow these recommendations?
Firangi suggesting eggs for breakfast from a book connected to Vedas. Stop distorting Hunduism.
Many thanks! very cute and educational! Special thanks for the bonuses!
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Isn't yogurt considered a cold food? And when you said try to limit beans, did you mean dried beans or also green beans?
Planet Ayurveda ke Pitta Balance ne mere pitta dosha ko balance kar diya hai! Ab mere skin aur hair bhi saaf aur healthy lagte hain. Ayurvedic nuskhe ko follow karne se asli mein faayda hota hai.
Amazinnggggg. Very helpfullll
Thank you! Glad to hear you enjoyed it! 🌱
Wonderful video! So helpful and applicable. Thank you, BB!
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Medam plz hindi main video banaye.
Hi there! Thank you for your suggestion!
A few examples of what Vata pacifying spices would be, would be helpful. I'm hearing you mention them often in this video, but I'm clueless what these spices are.
But still I liked the video very much! Finally someone explained what stringent means! Thank you
Very informative and well described. Thank you for sharing. ❤
You're welcome! 😍😍
If I start working on system for some time, I get join pains in my finger joint especially index finger...pain and uncomfort on hands...please suggest solution......my body is already pitta type as I take seasme seeds, raggi my body gers heated up and top of it, I have vatta dosha seems to be...both are making my life abnormal...I started taking ashwagandha but it was increasing heat in the body making problems worst
Thank you so much lady.
There are a lot of grains! I am not able eat grains at all.
Hi Tina, thanks for watching! Although grains are mentioned in this video, there are still lots of other options for foods that are grain-free and which help to pacify vata dosha. Check out this food list for some ideas! www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
Very good video and information. Thank you!
You're so welcome! 🥰🥰
Battle Of Waterloo and finger and thumb is interdependant on the relatedness of motivation, subcultures, and management.
I tried in my life :vegetarian diet for 4 years ,vegan and alkaline for 3 years( few times) I got back to shitty diet (life and bad habits) but now is time for Ayurvedic diet witch I always wanted to experiment with.Thank you for video !
Vata Balance Capsules have significantly improved my joint health. I feel less stiffness and pain, especially in the mornings.
Have you seen the Earthlings documentary? It's very valuable!
We'll have to check it out. Thanks for the recommendation!
Your voice is so beautiful 😍
Thank you for the compliment!
I thought white potatoes were out for Vata?
Love this video! Thank you!
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!
Thank you.
But it sounds weird when you say ‘vaata’. It’s vaaThAh. That last part like ‘Theo’ , not like ‘Ta’oxin..
If you can’t say that much why all this. I hope you respect and learn that
Also so many sages of Hindus ( sanathana dharma ) dedicated their life to give man kind these for FREE , not like western medicine. So always start your program by giving respect to those ancient saints l. By doing that you will grow leaps and bounds.
Also I see your products , in front of you. It’s fine. You are making money on those Indian medicine which was meant to give for free. I know many Indians and Indian companies do. But THEY ARE HINDUS .. directly or indirectly contributing to this Ayurveda.
Like for example , ThriPhala. It consists of three fruits , none are grown in American soil.. only in India..
Thriphala and whole Ayurvedic system shaped that way because of experiments those sages done on themselves to give man kind ..
Bottom line , don’t just benefit but please contribute.
British looted Bharath and build London
Thank you so much for sharing your insights! We definitely agree that the wisdom of Ayurveda should be shared and freely given to help individuals achieve and maintain their optimal wellbeing. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration for future videos 💚
No meat is mentioned at all. Would a lamb stew with accepted veggies be okay. (Carrots, Green beans, parsnips, squash?) I am Gluten and Soy Free.
I love making a soup with sweet potato, some organic pureed pumpkin (does come in a can), and butternut squash and then with coconut milk blend all together with spices suggested. Add some Ghee at end.
This is a really excellent video.....Thank you so much....
That sounds delicious! While for the most part Ayurvedic diets are vegetarian, there are several meats that are grounding and pacifying for the Doshas. For Vata, the meats to favor are those that are nourishing, sweet, moist, and relatively easy to digest. Lamb is quite dry and lean, so may not be suited for Vata-type digestion. For a full list of those to favor and avoid, check out our Vata pacifying foods list www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
I am Vata and I have lost a lot of weight on my upper body (face, shoulders, bust...) probably because of stress and lack of sleep. I don't recognize myself in the mirror it's very depressing. I'm 31, is there still a way to go back to my old self if I make life changes ? (I'm changing jobs and have just moved to a better environment). Is it still possible to re-gain weight on my face ? My under-eyes and cheeks have sunken, I feel horrible. Thank you for your advice.
Hi there 💚 Thank you for your vulnerability. It is never too late to bring your body back into balance. This might be a really supportive resource for you: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/lifestyle/vata-daily-routine/
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Very happy with all the shared information. Thank you very much. Have a quick question though-
Can the almond milk be consumed on regular basis by vata - pitta prakriti combination?
You’re welcome! Almond milk is considered balancing for vata and pitta doshas, so it is a good choice indeed for many people with that prakriti. We actually just released a video about making almond milk at home that you might enjoy. ua-cam.com/video/1iorZyvx348/v-deo.html
A heartful thank you
Can it be done I only do fruits and veggies raw no seeds no oils no legumes or cereals or roots like potatos or beets
Found out I'm a Vata, dont care for sweet taste at all, wonder what that means since I should like it. What makes me dislike sweet food so much as a Vata....
the non-negotiable for me is my 1 cup of coffee in the morning. I grew up in Brazil, and my life was formed around coffee. I dont drink more than once a day, but it's my morning ritual. I would rather skip breakfast than drink anything else.
We appreciate you tuning in! We understand completely, we all probably have something that is non negotiable (mine is ice cream), but as long as we approach these with awareness and in moderation we should be fine. 💚💚💚
What about vatta dominant pitta people??
Great question! Here are some tips for balancing Vata/Pitta and Pitta/Vata www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/lifestyle/vata-pitta-daily-routine/
Aha! Thank God, I was just suspecting that although radical food combining rules say to start with fruit, move on to starch, and end with animal protein or nut butters, I felt and noticed that I would do better following the opposite, as a vata, exactly as you have outlined here, beginning with eggs or chicken and ending with moderate carbs like sweet potatoes. I tried having the yogurt at night, and my nails literally fell apart.
Switched the fatty protein like yogurt back to the morning, and my nails became hard as rocks again. I'm so vata (I guess an albino one since some say vatas are usually brown, but I think the skin color is not the most important aspect (as in life, lol)! So thank you!
Wow! Thank you for sharing your experience. Diet is such a key in balancing our constitutions! 💚
yeah
What about dealing with food sensitivities?
Thanks for tuning in! 🌱💚 You may find this article helpful, An Ayurvedic Perspective on Allergies www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/health-guides/allergy-guide/
Can you eat cooked steamed broccoli ? If you are Vata iregular
I’m trying to lose weight so I tried limiting bread doing low carb but idk what to eat I mainly eat cooked carrots chicken and lately salad cause idk what to eat
Great question! You may want to check out our Vata pacifying foods guide www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
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Glad it was helpful! 💚
Thank you..carry on 🙏👍
Im vatta,and suffering with indigestion, urine frequency,insomnia,irregular appetite,and anxiety. What should I do?
Thank you for commenting on our video and sharing your experience with us. We are so sorry to hear about what you're going through. We are not licensed to speak toward medical conditions and strongly encourage you to reach out to an Ayurvedic practitioner or healthcare professional who can work with you to find a solution.
Thank you for sharing this 🙏 wonderful information on vata foods 😊 ❤️. I missed eating eggs 🥚
Thank you for tuning in! 🌱💚 We are glad to hear this video was supportive! 💚
I am vata pitta and it’s usually even or vata dominant. I don’t know what to eat. Could you lead me to a video and/or Ayurvedic online doctor?
www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/learning-ayurveda/get-back-into-balance/focus-on-balancing-vata-and-pitta/
Hello i know this is not recent but I hope u can help I am interested in Ayurveda I mean to include it in my life but without having to change a family tradition I am a vata ( took the test) but I am raw vegan since burn so as my family how can I incorporate Ayurveda in this diet
Here is information about balancing vata through diet, herbals, and lifestyle recommendations: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/learning-ayurveda/balancing-vata/
Thank you so much for making these videos! They are awesome!
So happy to hear you like them!
It would be very difficult for me to avoid most of the vegetables that are listed in the red boxes... Can one mitigate the vata aggravation caused by these by heating, pureeing, seasoning or anything else? Like, a cauliflower - if pureed into soup mixed with ghee, yoghurt and spices, would that be considered better (or even good) for vata, or is it still a nono?
Great question! Every body is going to respond differently, so trying approaches like the one mentioned above may work well for your digestion. You may find our Vata pacifying foods article helpful as well, www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
Yay! Good information. Btw, I love olives and they are pacifying, but they are always canned where I live! What to do?
Thank you! Amazing information... which saute vegetables do you recommend for Vata? I always have kale, broccoli and coliflower but after watching this I think I need other suggestions. I am allergy to zucchini and pumpkin
Im a kapha vata and i when i try to incorporate a lots of raw fruits and vegetables to balance my kapha. I m not able to digest it. What do i do? Steam all fruits and vegetables?
Cooking foods can help begin the digestive process, and is very important for vatas. Check out our guide on balancing vata through diet here: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-diet/
Good information and recepts thanks for video amazing. Keep going doing stuff like this :)
I feel I have elevated vata and pitta doshas.How do I decide on what food to eat since the food lists are kind of contradictory?
Great question! It can help to know both your Ayurvedic constitution as well as your Agni, or digestive fire, type. You can take our Agni quiz to determine which food list may be more supportive for your digestive fire www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/blog-the-banyan-insight/details/agni-quiz/
Can a vata aggravate person eat raw salad like cucumbers?
Great question! Cucumbers are relatively suitable for Vata, however raw vegetables and salads do tend to aggravate Vata digestion. If choosing these, keep the quantities small and eat them at mid-day, when digestive strength is at its peak. For a full list of Vata pacifying foods, check out this article www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
Thank you for the answer 😊
You gave dinner suggestions for Kapha. As seen in the graphic.
Thank you for pointing this out! The dinner recommendations still apply to Vata, it was just mislabeled as Kapha.
The clinicians suggested I'm Vata/Pitta. I'm gravitating to Vata tips..
It is sometimes helpful to start with Vata as it can be responsible for pulling the other doshas out of balance. 💚
There are a few mistakes regarding spelling and accuracy, but has great information. Thank you!!
Thank you for the feedback!
It's quite difficult to get any fresh organic veggies for vata here, so when push comes to shove: would you recommend for example non organic fresh or organic, but frozen green beans or spinach to balance out excessive vata?
Try to stick to fresh, non-frozen foods, but in a pinch use what you can get! Eat quality foods whenever possible, but don't stress about it if you have to use a pack of frozen green beans. 💚
Very good collection 👌
So nice of you 🥰🥰
I like a raw diet,intermittent fasting and aerobic exersize.Maybe I'm not Vata afterall.. 😊
Each one of us is unique and Ayurveda recommends listening to your body 💚
Are refrigerated food not recommended reheaating in vatta diet? If not why?
It would be better for Vata to consume hot food over cold, although reheating is usually not recommended as there tends to be less Prana. If you can, consuming fresh food is ideal 💚
Thanks for making the this video
May I also ask you about what can I do with eating banana so it digests easily ?
It used to cause constipation to me and I stopped eating it
Hi Swaran! To help with constipation, try eating fruit an hour before or after other foods. Making sure the Banana is ripe too will help!
Give written explanation in descrption box for vatha, pitta videos pls
www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/learning-ayurveda/vata-pitta-and-kapha/
Is it curable? Vata dosha in our body
Rather than "curing" vata dosha, Ayurveda seeks to balance it to the amount that your body should naturally have. We recommend taking our Ayurvedic Profile™ quiz to see how you can find your own optimal state of balance: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/prakriti-quiz/
Greetings, thank you for such an informative video. I was curious to know the relation of freshly harvested and juiced [unpasteurized] coconut water, coconut jelly and coconut milk (water/jelly only) is to a vata pacifying diet.
Thank you.
Great question, Ovi! And it depends. Coconut is considered light, sweet, and cooling. It is oily and smooth and can relieve vata for some, however it really depends on the person. We recommend examining what your primary goals are and begin with supporting those goals. As you start to find balance within your primary focus areas, you can add in/try other foods over time and assess how you feel. For detailed advice and direction, we recommend working with an Ayurvedic Practitioner.
What a wonderfully informative presentation! Thanks so much. 🙏
Thank you for tuning in and for your kind feedback! 🌱💚
Can u eat banana with other food or always on it's own for vata ? Tx could I eat banana with nut butter for snack ?
Bananas generally do not pair well with other foods, and Ayurveda recommends eating them alone. Ayurveda recommends that most fruits be eaten alone or with fruits that are very similar in consistency and energetics. For more information, check out our guide on Ayurvedic Food Combining: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/ayurvedic-food-combining/
Fantastic video. However you say to avoid cheese but your lunch suggestion was pasta with pesto and cheese? Please clarify.
Cheese and dairy is generally quite balancing for vata, but you want to avoid cold or highly processed cheeses. Vata benefits from the warm, moist, smooth and oily qualities of cheese. You can find more out about vata balancing foods here: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-foods/
Can I take black chana ,Rajma,green grams,if it increases vata Dosha
If you’re trying to balance vata dosha, we wouldn’t recommend taking too much of anything that is known to increase it. Of the items you mentioned, green gram (green mung beans) are not considered vata-aggravating. For the foods that increase vata, we recommend minimizing them or cooking them with more oil and vata-friendly spices to help for better digestion. 🌱
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Small adjustments! Yassssss!!
Small steps = Big changes!! 💚💚💚
Banyan Botanicals agreed! I'm a Certified Health Coach and tell clients the same (:
Definitely!! 💝
Where can I get the recipes for the meals you mentioned
Thank you for tuning in! We post many of our recipes on our website, www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/recipes/
Very informative & helpful....crisp Detailed video. Thankyou very much. & yes, your voice is very sweet...& your aura also seems very positive. Hare krishna!!
Can yoh also suggest some specific foods for quick relief to dry skin.
Thank you so much 🙂
Healthy fats are great to incorporate for dry skin! Avocado, coconut/sesame oil, ghee, seeds/ nuts :)
Can one spoon of virgin coconut oil be taken empty stomach?
This was incredibly helpful and informative. I discovered I am Vata and will work on balancing it.
We appreciate you tuning in! We have lot of articles and resources available on our website if you need more support 💚
I am Vata-Kapha according to a test I did, which one do i follow, Vata or Kapha in terms of diet?
Good question! For vata-kapha types, Ayurveda generally recommends eating for kapha in the spring and for vata in the summer and fall. The winter diet for this dosha can take some more effort to determine because both vata and kapha are highly present in the atmosphere at that time of year, so it's good to tune into how you're feeling at that time and determine your state of balance. For more insight, we encourage you to check out this guide for balancing a vata-kapha constitution: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/learning-ayurveda/managing-your-constitution/managing-a-vata-kapha-constituition/
Thank you for the video :D the text of the dinner part is written "suggestions for kapha", though
Oops! 😊 Thank you for bringing that to our attention!