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Ayurvedic Seasonal Calendar - Ritucharya

ऋतुचर्या

Ayurvedic Seasonal Wellness Calendar

The Two Solar Phases (Kaal)

Aadaan Kaal (Uttarayan): Northern Solstice - Sun absorbs strength (Winter Solstice to Summer Solstice)

Visarga Kaal (Dakshinayan): Southern Solstice - Sun gives strength (Summer Solstice to Winter Solstice)

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Vasant Ritu (Spring)

Mid March - Mid May

Dosha Influence

Kapha accumulation reduces, Pitta begins to increase. Body's natural detoxification period.

Dietary Guidelines

Favor

Bitter, pungent, astringent tastes • Light, warm foods • Barley, wheat • Green leafy vegetables • Turmeric, ginger • Honey instead of sugar

Avoid

Heavy, oily, sweet, sour foods • Cold drinks • Excessive dairy • Day sleep • Curd at night

Lifestyle Practices

Daily Routine

Early rising • Oil massage with sesame/mustard oil • Vigorous exercise • Pranayama • Detox therapies like Panchakarma

Avoid

Excessive sleep • Sedentary lifestyle • Cold, damp environments

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Grishma Ritu (Summer)

Mid May - Mid July

Dosha Influence

Pitta accumulation increases, Vata begins to increase. Body strength decreases due to sun's heat.

Dietary Guidelines

Favor

Sweet, bitter, astringent tastes • Cool, liquid foods • Coconut water • Fresh juices • Melons, cucumbers • Milk, ghee • Light meals

Avoid

Pungent, sour, salty foods • Hot, spicy foods • Alcohol • Heavy meals • Excessive sun exposure

Lifestyle Practices

Daily Routine

Cool baths • Light exercise in early morning • Afternoon rest • Moonlight walks • Wearing light, cotton clothes

Avoid

Strenuous exercise • Direct sun exposure • Hot baths • Anger, stress

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Varsha Ritu (Monsoon)

Mid July - Mid September

Dosha Influence

Vata accumulation increases, digestive fire weakens. High humidity affects all doshas.

Dietary Guidelines

Favor

Warm, light foods • Pungent, bitter, astringent tastes • Ginger, turmeric • Old grains (barley, wheat) • Boiled water • Digestive teas

Avoid

Raw foods • Cold drinks • Heavy, oily foods • Street food • Leafy vegetables • River water

Lifestyle Practices

Daily Routine

Warm oil massage • Dry clothes always • Gentle exercise indoors • Meditation • Keep environment dry

Avoid

Getting wet in rain frequently • Damp clothes • Sleeping on floor • Cold, wet environments

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Sharad Ritu (Autumn)

Mid September - Mid November

Dosha Influence

Pitta manifestation peak - accumulated Pitta gets aggravated. Sun's heat still strong but pleasant.

Dietary Guidelines

Favor

Sweet, bitter, astringent tastes • Cooling foods • Milk, ghee • Rice • Sweet fruits • Coconut • Adequate hydration

Avoid

Excessive sour, salty, pungent foods • Yogurt • Spicy foods • Sun exposure during midday • Alcohol

Lifestyle Practices

Daily Routine

Moonlight exposure • Cool morning baths • Gentle exercise • Pitta-pacifying pranayama • Light-colored clothing

Avoid

Direct sunlight • Excessive heat • Anger, stress • Vigorous exercise during day

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Hemanta Ritu (Early Winter)

Mid November - Mid January

Dosha Influence

Vata calms down, digestive fire strongest. Body strength and immunity at peak.

Dietary Guidelines

Favor

Sweet, sour, salty tastes • Heavy, nourishing foods • Ghee, oils • Nuts, dry fruits • Warm milk • Jaggery • Heavier meals

Avoid

Cold foods/drinks • Light foods • Bitter, pungent, astringent tastes in excess • Fasting

Lifestyle Practices

Daily Routine

Warm oil massage • Sun bathing • Regular exercise • Warm baths • Adequate sleep • Body building activities

Avoid

Cold exposure • Excessive cold air • Light clothing • Staying awake late

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Shishira Ritu (Late Winter)

Mid January - Mid March

Dosha Influence

Kapha begins accumulation, Vata still needs attention. Digestive fire remains strong.

Dietary Guidelines

Favor

Similar to Hemanta • Sweet, sour, salty tastes • Warm, heavy foods • Ghee, oils • Hot beverages • Warming spices

Avoid

Cold, light foods • Excessive bitter, astringent tastes • Cold drinks • Raw foods • Prolonged fasting

Lifestyle Practices

Daily Routine

Continue warm practices • Sun exposure • Regular exercise • Warm oil massage • Adequate rest • Preparation for spring detox

Avoid

Excessive cold • Sedentary lifestyle as spring approaches • Heavy foods as season transitions

Essential Principle

"यत् देशे यत् काले यच्च वस्तु स्वभावतः परं तत्तत्र तत्काले वर्जयेत् भिषग्बुधः"

A wise physician should avoid that thing in that place and time which naturally possesses qualities opposite to the prevailing conditions.