VATA: Vata signifies cold, dry, light In order to balance vata one should eat food that is:
– Food should be warm, cooked, and heavy.
– Sweet, salty & sour tastes should be added to the meals.
– Food should be properly cooked with oils or ghee.
– Warm spices should be added
– One should restrict cold, raw, bitter, astringent, and spicy food.
– Direct intake of water before or after meals should also be restricted.