FRUITS
sweet, fruit: Bananas, berries, cherries, coconut, fresh figs, grapefruit, grapes, mango, sweet melons, oranges, papaya, peaches, pineapple, plums
VEGETABLES
Cooked vegetables: Asparagus, Beets, carrots, garlic, cooked, Onions, radishes, spinach, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, sprouts, zucchini
GRAINS
Nutritive grains: Oats(cooked), Rice, wheat
LEGUMES
Generally avoid beans; except Mung or carefully antidote them With spice
NUTS
All nuts are good in small Quantities: Almonds, sesame Walnuts, cashews
Lifestyle Suggestions:
VATA LIFESTYLE:
Vata dosha or constitution is governed by, dominant of five elements, Space and Air and hence responsible for body movements, nervous functions and breathing. There are 80 kinds of possible disturbances due to Vata aggravations. High Vata is indicated by a desire for warm food, warm environment, and warm clothing. Physical symptoms are constipation, lack of energy, loss of sleep, fatigue and abdominal distention with flatulence. Psychological symptoms are fear, anxiety, insecurity, confusion and aimless talking. Ailments and diseases such as body pain, stiffness, shivering, constipation, insomnia, arthritis and joint problems etc. are some of the disturbances caused when the equilibrium of Vata dosha is disturbed.
One should not overexert or stress oneself. Avoid fasting or skipping meals as well as frequent exercises, too much travel and heavy work. Protect oneself from wind and cold. Avoid air-conditioning; reduce stress, worry, agitation and anxiety. Vata balance can be achieved by eating well regularly, taking nourishing herbs and therapeutic oil massages and getting enough rest and sleeping at least 8hrs per day.