Ritucharya
ഋതുചര്യ
Seasonal Ayurvedic Guidelines
Ritucharya is the Ayurvedic science of adapting diet, lifestyle and treatment to the six seasons. Each season brings specific effects on the doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha). Ayurveda prescribes precise guidelines to maintain balance throughout the year.
Karkidaka (Monsoon)
കർക്കിടകം
June–August
Dosha Effect
Vata aggravated, Pitta accumulates
Treatments
- • Panchakarma
- • Njavara Kizhi
- • Karkidaka Massage
Sharad (Autumn)
ശരത്
September–October
Dosha Effect
Pitta peaks — skin and digestive issues
Treatments
- • Virechana
- • Cooling therapies
Hemanta (Early Winter)
ഹേമന്ത
November–December
Dosha Effect
Strongest digestive fire — nourishment time
Treatments
- • Abhyanga
- • Rasayana
- • Tonic medicines
Shishira (Late Winter)
ശിശിര
January–February
Dosha Effect
Kapha accumulates, Vata aggravated
Treatments
- • Udvartana
- • Warming therapies
Vasanta (Spring)
വസന്ത
March–April
Dosha Effect
Kapha liquefies — cleansing season
Treatments
- • Vamana
- • Nasya
- • Kapha-reducing therapies
Grishma (Summer)
ഗ്രീഷ്മ
May–June
Dosha Effect
Pitta rises, body weakened
Treatments
- • Shirodhara
- • Cooling oil treatments
🌧 Karkidaka Season is NOW
June–August: The most important month for Ayurvedic treatment in Kerala. Begin Panchakarma or Njavara Kizhi during this period for maximum benefit.
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