Pitta

Pitta Dosha refers to the energy of biotransformation and heat generation.

Herbs best suitable for Pitta dominant people:

For Digestion:

Coriander, mint, aloe, fennel, turmeric

For Elimination:

Triphla, boiled milk and ghee, rose petals, gokshura, guduchi, senna

For Energy:

Shatavari, bala, amalaki, saffron, aloe, licorice, guduchi, comfrey, solomon's seal, marshmallow, dandelion, burdock

For Mind:

Gotu kola, sandalwood, bhringaraj, rose, lotus, jatamanshi, chamomile, betony, chrysanthemum, hibiscus

For Detoxification:

Guggul, manjishtha, gotu kola, musta 

For Heart:
Arjuna

Fruits best suitable for Pitta dominant people:

The best fruits: Apple, pears and pomegranates.

Other fruits suitable: Pineapples, cranberries, persimmons, melons, prunes, dates, figs, grapes, mangos, plums and raspberries.

Fruits not recommended for Pitta dominant people:

Sour fruits such as lemons, limes etc

Apricots, bananas, cherries, papayas, peaches, strawberries

Nasya should be done by people with Pitta aggravation in the afternoon.¹

Aromatherapy to balance pitta¹:

Mixture of sweet and cool aromas such as:

• Sandalwood
• Rose
• Mint 
• Cinnamon
• Jasmine

References:

1. Acharya Balakrishna -  A Practical Approach to the Science of Ayurveda - A Comprehensive Guide for Healthy Living.