Qualities: Hot, sharp, oily, light, intense, and liquid.

Functions: Controls metabolism, digestion, energy supply, and individual body temperature.

Characteristics of Pitta Dominant Individuals:
Body Type: Medium-sized build, muscular and athletic. The skin is usually warm and often red, with fine hair and a tendency to perspire easily.

Energy Levels: High energy levels with drive and competitiveness. Pitta types are born leaders and are extremely focused and goal-oriented.

Mental Traits: Sharp intellect, quick decision-maker, articulate; at the same time, prone to irritability, anger, and impatience.

Sleep Patterns: They are moderate sleepers; they like to keep their bedroom cool. They sleep relatively soundly but may wake up if their bedroom gets too hot or due to some disturbing dream.

Digestion: Good appetite and a strong digestive fire Agni. Out of balance, they may experience acidity, heartburn, or inflammation.

Imbalances: Skin rashes, acidity, irritability, and inflammatory conditions when out of balance are common in Pitta types.