In this article, we learn about the various foods that form the diet for Vata Dosha. Those with a Vata dominant Prakriti are advised to follow a diet as per the same.
Vegetables
| Appropriate | Inappropriate |
|---|---|
Beet, Carrot, Onion, Garlic, Radish, Sweet potato, Ladies finger (Okra), Asparagus, Bottle gourd, Ridge gourd, Snake gourd | Cabbage, Cauliflower, Brinjal, Mushrooms, Peas, Sprouts, Tomatoes, Potatoes, Bitter melon, Zucchini, Broccoli, Spinach, Lettuce |
Fruits
| Appropriate | Inappropriate |
|---|---|
Banana, Coconut, Dates, Mangos, Apricots, Berries, Oranges, Papaya, Pineapples,Cherries, Grapefruit, Lemons, Plums. Sweet fruits | Dried fruits, Apples, Pears, Jamun, Sugar cane, Cranberry, Watermelon |
Grains / Pulses
| Appropriate | Inappropriate |
|---|---|
Oats, Rice, Wheat(Prefer whole cooked grains), Black gram | Brown rice, Corn, Millet, Rye, Bajra, Jawar, Moong, Bengal grams, Kidney beans, Green and Black peas |
Spices
| Appropriate | Inappropriate |
|---|---|
Coriander seeds, Mint, Cardamom, Cumin seeds, Cinnamon, Turmeric, Asafetida, Nutmeg | Coriander seeds, Mint, Cardamom, Cumin seeds, Cinnamon, Turmeric, Asafetida, Nutmeg |
Others
| Appropriate | Inappropriate |
|---|---|
Ghee, Dairy products, Hot cereal and Soups | Crackers, Frozen foods, Raw vegetables, Salads |
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