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Redness of the ears could be a sign of upward moving heat (Pitta). Ears may be red continuously, after eating, after eating red meat or spicy food, or not at all.
Burning rashes on the ears (especially after eating) could be a sign of upward moving heat (Pitta). There may be an infection in the sinus or ear canal that is releasing through the skin. Try massaging around the ear, pulling the ear to see if there is...
Ear wax helps protect against bacteria and has antifungal properties. However, too much of it can cause problems. Ear wax can affect balance. It can become impacted in the ear. Ear wax is called karna mala in Ayurveda. A diet high in meats...
A diet high in meats generally creates more ear wax. Excess fats & sweets can cause congested fluid buildup in the ear. The ears love warmth - warming circulatory stimulants and lymphatic drainage should provide some relief.
Acute ringing in the ears is generally caused by toxins stimulating the nervous system (aggravating udana vayu) - a sign of aggravated doshas. It may also be caused by hypoxia. What is the pitch of the ringing in the ears? Low pitch is...
DISCLAIMER: The pathogenesis of each person's condition is unique, and so the diet must be fit to the individual and the unique root causes of the condition in your body. The information on this page is for educational purposes only and should not be used to treat a medical condition. It is not a substitute for medical care. Please check with your doctor before making any changes to your health and wellness routine.
On Joyful Belly, we've created an extensive categorization of food so you can easily match food to your imbalanced biocharacteristics. By eating an optimal diet that balances your biocharacteristics, your whole body is strengthened and the conditions that created the disorder are removed. Once the root causes of the disease are removed, the disease lessens in strength or disappears altogether. Additional remedies - such as herbs and lifestyle practices - focused on the specific disorder, can greatly enhance your healing.
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’
