Ayurvedic Color Therapy

For vata Body Type

Most colors are uplifting, Particularly white, yellow, gold, orange, and some Red Lighter and pastel shades are preferred. Dark Grays, browns and black upset the wind element.

For vata pitta Body Type

Most colors are uplifting, Particularly white, lighter, and pastel shades. Dark grays, browns, and black upset air and fire elements. White shades of green, pink, and blue (i.e., emerald, sky blue) are also very good colors for balance. For air, warmer colors like gold, yellow, and a bit of red are suggested. For fire, bright, cheery greens, such as emerald, are suggested.

For vata kapha Body Type

Most colors are uplifting, particularly yellow, gold, orange, and some red. Lighter and pastel shades are preferred. Dark grays, browns and black upset wind elements.

For Pitta Body Type

Green, sky blue, or white to reduce Pitta. Reds, oranges, yellows, and bright colors aggravate Pitta. Apply color suggestions to home and office furnishings and clothing.

For Pitta khapa Body Type

Reds, oranges, yellows, and bright rs will help Kapha, but will tend to aggravate Pitta. Green and sky blue are best. White and pink reduce Pitta but will derange Kapha. Choose colors as needed for home and office furnishings and in clothing.

For khapa Body Type

Warm, bright colors: Yellow, orange, gold, or red. Avoid white, or pale shades of blue, green, and pink. Use black, brown, and gray in moderation, or not at all. Colors apply to clothing, office, and home furnishings. colors will help Kapha, but will tend to aggravate Pitta. Green and sky blue are best. White and pink reduce Pitta but will derange Kapha. Choose colors as needed for home and office furnishings and in clothing.