Pitta Dosha Characteristics
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Pitta Dosha Characteristics
Slightly Oily
soft slightly oily skin, hair and feces
tendency toward sensitivity to fried foods
Sharp
sharp teeth and eyes
sharp words and biting tongue
sharp, pointed nose
sharp, tapering chin and a heart-shaped face
good digestion, absorption and assimilation
sharp memory and ability to grasp new ideas
tendency toward irritability
Hot
strong agni or digestive fire as well as a strong appetite
runs at a higher body temperature
dislikes hot weather and hot climates
tendency toward graying hair and hair loss or baldness
Light
light/medium body frame
fair skin complexion
bright and shining eyes
tendency toward sensitivity to bright light
Liquid
loose stools
profuse urination
tendency toward diarrhea
excessive thirst
profuse sweating
Spreading
tendency toward acne, rashes and inflammation especially skin inflammation
desire to leave a legacy and spread their name and ideas
Sour
sour stomach acid
tendency toward acidic pH
teeth sensitivity
profuse salivation
Bitter
bitter taste in the mouth
sensitivity to bitter taste
tendency toward nausea and vomiting
tendency toward being cynical and bitter
Pungent
tendency to have heartburn and hyperacidity
when stressed will often feel anger and hatred
Fleshy Smell
fetid smell in the armpits, mouth and feet
tendency toward smelly shoes and socks
Red
reddish tint to the skin
flushing skin
red eyes, cheeks and nose
sensitivity to red color
Yellow
yellow eyes, skin, urine and feces
tendency toward jaundice
overproduction of bile
sensitivity to yellow color
