The ancient texts of Ayurveda state that the monsoon season’s humidity increase can cause imbalances in the balance of the tridoshas and Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. The people of Kerala have been using karkidaka Chikitsa to overcome health problems during the month Karkidaka. This is a restorative and therapeutic measure for general well-being.

It is believed that there are high rates of illness and death, especially in the month of karkidaka. A sudden change in the season can increase the risk of many diseases and health problems, including digestive, respiratory, and allergy issues, and other water-borne illnesses.

Ayurveda also considers Karkidaka to be the best time to apply external medicines and treat ailments. The high humidity allows the pores to remain open, which makes it easier for medicines to be effective on individual patients.