Cold Drinks & Ice Cream in Cold Weather – An Ayurvedic Perspective
During cold weather, many people continue consuming cold drinks and ice creams, assuming they are harmless. However, according to Ayurveda, this habit can seriously disturb digestion, immunity, and overall health.
❄️ Cold Weather & Body According to Ayurveda
In Sheet Rutu (Cold Season):
Vata and Kapha Dosha naturally increase
Digestive fire (Agni) becomes weak
Body needs warmth, nourishment, and stability
Consuming cold foods during this time works against the body’s natural needs.
Cold Drinks in Cold Weather – Why to Avoid
Ayurvedic Properties:
Sheetal (cold)
Ruksha (dry)
Artificial & acidic
Harmful Effects:
Suppresses Agni (digestive fire)
Causes Ama (toxins) formation
Leads to:
Gas & bloating
Acidity
Recurrent cold & cough
Joint stiffness
Weak immunity
❌ Cold drinks + meals = digestive shutdown
🍨 Ice Cream in Cold Weather – Sweet but Dangerous
Ayurvedic Nature:
Guru (heavy)
Sheetal (cold)
Kapha-vardhak (Kapha increasing)
Health Problems Caused:
Frequent cold, cough & sinusitis
Sore throat & allergies
Weight gain
Indigestion
Skin problems (acne, eczema)
Ice cream at night is considered most harmful in Ayurveda.
Dosha Imbalance Caused
Kapha Dosha:
Mucus formation
Chest congestion
Sinus issues
Vata Dosha:
Joint pain
Dryness
Constipation
Pitta Dosha:
Indigestion
Skin eruptions (in some individuals)
Ama Formation – Root of Disease
Regular intake of cold foods in winter leads to:
Sticky toxins (Ama)
Blocked body channels (Srotorodha)
Reduced immunity
Chronic lifestyle disorders
Ayurvedic Alternatives in Cold Weather
✔ Warm water
✔ Herbal teas (ginger, tulsi, cinnamon)
✔ Jeera water
✔ Warm milk with turmeric
✔ Homemade soups
📜 Ayurvedic Principle
“Sheet Rutu requires Ushna Ahara – warm food sustains health.”
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