Ayurvedic Summer Wellness
Staying Cool, Balanced, and Energized During the Warm Months
Although summer is coming to an end, the heavy temperatures and humidity remain. During this time, our bodies naturally respond to the heat, intensity, and activity of summer. While this season often inspires adventure, movement, and time outdoors, too much heat can leave us feeling overheated or fatigued. According to Ayurveda, the ancient healing tradition rooted in Indian medicine, summer is a time to focus on cooling the body, calming the mind, and maintaining balance.
Summer in Ayurvedic Terms
Ayurveda recognizes summer as the season of Pitta dosha, which is associated with the elements of fire and water. Pitta controls our metabolism, digestion, and transformation, but when the heat of summer builds, it can become overworked.
The key to summer wellness is to invite in the opposite qualities: coolness, softness, hydration, and ease. By choosing cooling foods, slowing down when needed, and avoiding excess heat, you can stay balanced while enjoying everything the season has to offer.
What to Eat
During summer, your body craves lighter foods to help you stay cool. Light, fresh, and water-rich foods are easier to digest while helping replenish fluids and maintain energy.
Try these winter-friendly meal ideas:
Fresh seasonal fruits like watermelon, apples, berries, mangoes, and grapes
Crisp salads with cucumber, leafy greens, and fresh herbs
Sweet dairy products such as milk, cottage cheese yogurt, and ice cream
Cooling smoothies, yogurt bowls, or juices with fruit
Try our chia puddings or juices from Kind Juice Bar in-store!
Herbal teas with mint or fennel, coconut water
Cool or room temperature water, infused with mint or lime
Try limiting overly spicy foods, sour/unripe fruit, fried meals, excessive caffeine, and ice-cold drinks, as they can disrupt digestion or increase internal heat.
Mindful Routines
Summer invites us to embrace movement and connection while also remembering to slow down and recharge.
Hydrate Consistently
Sip water and cooling herbal teas throughout the day to support energy and digestion.
Exercise During Cooler Hours
Choose morning or evening walks, yoga, or other movements before the hottest part of the day.
Try our 9:30 am Vinyasa flow on Fridays! A great class to harnesses the cool, grounding energy of the early morning to beat the summer heat
Prioritize Rest
Listen to your body, take breaks when needed, and aim for consistent sleep to prevent burnout. Avoid a late bedtime to avoid an overstimulated mind.
These simple routines help balance the intensity of summer while supporting both physical and mental well-being.
Cooling Practices
Ayurveda recommends gentle rituals that help release excess heat while calming the nervous system.
Cooling Self-Care
Use light oils for self-massage to nourish the skin and promote relaxation.
Nasya Oil by Banyan Botanicals: helps soothe and lubricate dry nasal passages caused by heat, travel, or seasonal changes.
Find this product at EveryBody Yoga and Wellness!
Botanic Facial Oil by Green Envee: the lightweight botanical base hydrates without leaving a heavy residue that can easily aggravate the skin during hot, humid months.
Find this product at EveryBody Yoga and Wellness!
Relaxing bodywork
Massages provide a direct pathway to cool internal heat, calm a sharp mind, and ground the body. When combined with the right techniques, they act as an essential remedy to prevent the common pitfalls of the hot, active summer season.
Try our Abhyanga service: an oil massage that grounds the body and draws out excess heat
Spend Time in Nature
Seek shade, enjoy early morning or evening walks, and take moments to simply slow down and breathe.
Gentle Yoga & Breathwork
Choose slow, flowing practices and calming breathwork to create balance without overheating the body.
Try our 9:30 am Vinyasa flow on Fridays! Vinyasa helps jump-start your metabolism without causing overheating, and provides a structured way to release competitive or intense energy before the day's stress accumulates.
These practices encourage relaxation, improve circulation, and help you stay refreshed throughout the season.
Summary of Studio Recommendations
Thank you for being a part of the EYW community! We’re so grateful to have you with us and hope these tips help you stay cool, balanced, and energized.
Whether you're looking to beat the heat, support your wellness routine, or simply take a moment to slow down, we're here to help. Below, you'll find some of our favorite in-studio services and products that we recommend to help you feel your best all season.
Chia pudding/juices from Kindness Juice Bar
Vinyasa flow on Friday’s at 9:30am
Banyan Nasya Oil and Green Envee Botanical Facial Oil
Abyhanga ayurveda treatment (oil massage)
Find Your Dosha
While summer naturally increases Pitta, each dosha experiences the season differently. Paying attention to your unique dosha can help you feel your best.
For Pitta: Favor cooling foods, avoid excessive heat, and make time for rest and relaxation.
For Vata: Stay hydrated, maintain regular meals, and include nourishing, grounding foods.
For Kapha: Enjoy lighter meals, stay active during the cooler parts of the day, and incorporate fresh fruits and vegetables.
Understanding your dosha helps you personalize your summer routine for greater balance, vitality, and enjoyment. Take our dosha quiz to learn more about YOU.
