Spring
According to Ayurvedic tradition, digestive function and Kapha are affected during this season; consequently, foods with a high acidic content should be moderated.
Sweet and particularly heavy foods should also be limited when the body has greater difficulty processing them.
Traditionally, excessive daytime sleep is discouraged. Appropriate exercise and warm baths are recommended.
Summer
Cooling, sweet and soft foods help refresh the body.
Very sour foods and foods regarded as strongly heating should be avoided or moderated.
The environment should be kept as cool as possible.
Tradition also considers exposure to moonlight beneficial. Massage is regarded as helpful in restoring and preparing the body for the following season. Conserving energy is traditionally recommended.
Autumn
Pitta tends to increase.
Cool and light foods are considered suitable.
Walking in the moonlight is also traditionally recommended.
Winter
Digestive function increases, so heavier foods may be digested more easily.
Very light foods may be less suitable when digestive activity is stronger.
Vata energy tends to increase.
Salty and sour foods may be included.
Warm and comforting foods such as milk, honey, oil and rice are traditionally recommended.
Metabolic activity increases.
To help maintain body warmth, Ayurvedic herbal oils may traditionally be applied to the body and scalp, together with wearing warm clothing.