Seasons

2026 June 11

Seasons (in Ayurveda)

Ayurveda, the millennia-old "science of long life," makes it easy to maintain good health and improve it if necessary. It simplifies the many thousands of factors that influence our health into three principles. These principles operate throughout nature and also form the foundations of body and mind. In Sanskrit, these principles are called "Doshas." When these 3 Doshas – Vata, Pitta, and Kapha – are in their individual balance, one feels well and enjoys excellent health. Many factors influence the balance of the Doshas – for example, our daily routine, our diet, and the seasons. The tips presented here are intended to help you maintain your inner balance according to the respective season. It is not about strict adherence to recommendations, as the explicit goal of Ayurveda is to increase well-being and improve health. You are also allowed to "experiment" a little here.

Fit through spring

In the "Charak Samhita," the classical Ayurvedic textbook, the influence of nature in spring is described as follows: "In spring, the Kapha accumulated in the body during winter is liquefied by the warmth of the sun. This can impair digestive power and metabolism, leading to a variety of complaints. read more

Tips for hot summer days

When temperatures rise in summer, Pitta (= heat) in the environment increases. Because the body has a natural tendency to create balance, it reduces its internal Agni (= fire). This leads to a throttling of heat production, a lowering of metabolism, and a reduction in digestive power. read more

Autumn Fit: Your 3-Day Plan

When autumn knocks on the door, it offers the perfect opportunity to harmoniously attune body and mind to the coming season and let go of summer's baggage. This not only has a positive effect on your physical health but also promotes your emotional well-being. read more

Fresh from summer into autumn!

For many people, the proportion of their Pitta Dosha increases in summer. Especially in late summer and early autumn, this Pitta imbalance or Pitta dominance can become clearly noticeable and burdensome for people who already have a high Pitta proportion. read more

Tips for the cold season

In winter, due to the external cold, the internal "Agni" – the digestive power – is usually stronger than in other seasons. Therefore, you can now eat a little more hearty and rich food. Too light food would lead to the strong digestive fire breaking down body tissue and throwing Vata out of balance. read more

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