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What the Symbols Mean

Each recipe includes the three dosha symbols:

as well as information on how the specific recipe affects each dosha:

[+] means that the recipe increases the qualities of the dosha and may aggravate you.

[slightly +] means that the recipe slightly increases the qualities of the dosha and may aggravate you if you have this in excess.

[Ø] means that the recipe has a neutral effect on the dosha.

[-] means that the recipe balances or decreases the qualities of the dosha.

Recipes may also include ingredient modifications to help calm specific doshas; e.g., a recipe such as Buckwheat Pancakes slightly increases Kapha, but substituting the banana with grated apple will reduce Kapha and thus make the recipe better for those whose primary dosha is Kapha. (For more ideas on modifying recipes to suit your dosha, see the Food Guidelines Chart.)

Some recipes have a tridoshic symbol, meaning they are appropriate and calming for all three doshas.

Finally, some recipes have a vegan symbol (i.e. contain no animal products).

Remember, don’t let the recipes intimidate you! Be open to experimenting, listen to your body, and discover how good you’ll feel by cooking the Ayurvedic way.