When Vata is derailed the person experiences a tendency to constipation, very dry skin, spaciness or forgetfulness, aches and pains, fear, anxiety and difficulty sleeping. Cold dry weather along with wind aggravates Vata. The Pitta person has a sharp intelligence and enjoys learning. When Pitta is out of balance the person becomes curt and abrupt, and needs to feel in control. There is a tendency to anger and irritability, acid indigestion, ulcers, loose bowels, skin problems and heart disease.
Hot weather aggravates Pitta, more so if it is also humid.
He likes regularity, can miss meals without losing energy, eats less, doesn't like to exercise, doesn't like change, and is compassionate and loyal. When Kapha is sick the person can suffer from blocked sinuses, allergies, sluggishness and have a hard time waking up in the morning. Weight gain, hopeless feelings, congestive heart failure, labored breathing, hypertension can all also occur. Cold, wet weather or snow aggravates Kapha. As far as diet goes, warm, cooked, soupy foods are wonderful.