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Doshas: Energies that make up an individual, which perform different physiological functions in the body.
Vatta or Vata Dosha: Energy that controls bodily functions associated with motion, inlcuding blood circulation, breathing, blinking, any heartbeat.
Characteristics:
Creative
Quick to learn
Quick to forget
Slender
Tall
Act on impulse
Dry Skin/ Dry hair
Food
Cooked Food
Warm Food
No Icy Stuff
Warming spices
Cinnamin, clove, ginger
Out of Balance: Fear/Anxiety
Pitta Dosha: the body's metabolic system, digestion, absorption, nutrition, and your body's temperature.
Characterstics
Medium Build
Strong
Sharp Mind
Good Concentration
Focused
Self-Confident
Aggressive
Not good with heat
Pushy
Competitive
Romantic
Strong Digestion
Strong Appetite
Fair Skin
Avoid: Direct exposure to sunlight
Spicy fried food
Overeating and working
Out of balance: Ulcers / Anger
Kapha Dosha: Growth in the body. Supplies water to all parts, moisturizes the skin, maintains the immune system.
Characteristics:
Crave Spicey
Easy Going
Relaxed
Forgiving
Stable
Strong
Heavier
Slow to learn
Large Eyes
Does not like cold or damp weather
Overweight
Prones to be more slugglish in energy
Needs to be active
Avoid
Oil & Processed Sugar
5 things to know about Ayurveda: India's ancient medical system (hinduamerican.org)
Online Dosha Quiz | Ayurvedic Body Type or Diet Quiz (artoflivingretreatcenter.org)
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