SUMMER

just as winter pushes heat inward n the body, summer pushes heat out. digestion changes and the body may react with heat, fever, irritability, and diarrhea. to alleviate, sustain a pitta-reducing diet which emphasizes sweet, bitter, and astringent foods that include fruits, vegetables, and legumes. consider lean meats. if the vata dosha is aggravated during this time, include salty flavors and soups.

Apricot
Blackberries
Blueberries
Cherries

Peppers
Radishes
Tomatoes
Zucchini