Sweet
Doshas
Decreases Vata
Decreases Pitta
Increases Kapha
Properties
Increases Ojas
Improves complexion, hair, skin & nails
In Excess
Causes excess fat & diabetes
Indigestion
Salty
Doshas
Decreases Vata
Increases Pitta
Increases Kapha
Properties
Improves digestion
Produces sweat & clears the pores
In excess, can cause laceration of the tissues
In Excess
Increases likelihood of balding, gray hair & wrinkles
Increases thirst and dehydration
Weakens the body
Sour
Doshas
Decreases Vata
Increases Pitta
Increases Kapha
Properties
Maintains body acidity
Aids in digestion and release of gas
Heart health
Increases alertness
Awakens the senses
In Excess
Loss of strength
Irriation
Pungent
Doshas
Increases Vata in excess
Increases Pitta
Decreases Kapha
Properties
Breaks up blockages, clears channels
Decreases allergic reactions and skin issues
Opens the mind
In Excess
Increases thirst
Decreases reproductive fluids
Bitter
Doshas
Increases Vata
Decreases Pitta
Decreases Kapha
Properties
Cleansing for the body
Decrease fever, nausea
Good for digestion
Beneficial for the mind and increasing intelligence
Cleansing for the emotions
In Excess
Depletes the body
Astringent
Doshas
Increases Vata
Decreases Pitta
Decreases Kapha
Properties
Drying, tightening
Helps with diarrhea
Cleanses the blood & stops bleeding
In Excess
Can cause gas and constipation
