Five types of Pittas

Pitta is the digestive fire that governs the body's metabolism. There are five types of Pitta based on their specialized function, namely, Pachaka Pitta, Ranjaka Pitta, Sadhaka Pitta, Alochaka Pitta and Bhrajaka Pitta.

Pachaka refers to digestion, and this form of Pitta exists primarily in the stomach and the intestine. The entire digestive process is governed by it.

Ranjaka Pitta is primarily seated in the liver and the spleen, and it is concerned with the production of blood.

Believed to reside in the heart, Sadhaka Pitta is associated with the maintenance of emotional balance during times of extreme distress.

Alochaka Pitta is said to be located in the retina. It controls vision and colour perception.

The Pitta in the skin, Bhrajaka Pitta is responsible for skin tone and complexion.

Five types of Pittas

Five types of Pittas

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