Ayurveda Body Type Test

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Your Body Test

This test will tell you your ayurvedic body type and works inconjunction with your blood type test. Youll want to know this as

it will allow you to eat, exercise, use herbs and other non-traditional health practices to heal your self and possibly reversedamage done to your body. You will more than likely associatewith mainly one of the doshas. You may have some if not many ofthe characteristics of all three types of doshas. If so, you areclosest to being in balance.

Knowing your Ayurvedic body type

Ayurveda is a science that takes care of your every realm - mental, physical

and spiritual. What is good for one person isn't good always good foreveryone.

Ayurvedic philosophy says that we are each born with some of the

characteristics of all three types, but in different proportions.

Healing in Ayurveda is carried out by first identifying your unique dosha

(skin/body type). Each dosha combines in a special way the five elements of

the universe (air, fire, water, earth, space).

*Vata

*Pitta

*KaphaWe are "in balance" when we are healthy, happy, and radiantly beautiful,

expressing the ration of Kapha, Pitta and Vata elements set in us at birth.

Vata:

Vata is considered the leader of the three Ayurvedic Principles in the body.

Vata governs all movement in the mind and body. It controls blood flow,

elimination of wastes, breathing and the movement of thoughts across the

mind. It's very important to keep Vata in good balance. The related elements

are Air and Ether

Creativity ~ Enthusiasm ~ Freedom ~ Generosity ~ Joy ~ Vitality

Here are some of the common characteristics of people who have a

predominantly Vata constitution.

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*Creativity, mental quickness

*Highly imaginative

*Quick to learn and grasp new knowledge, but also quick to forget

*Sexually easily excitable but quickly satiated

*Slenderness; lightest of the three body types

*Talk and walk quickly*Tendency toward cold hands and feet, discomfort in cold climates

*Excitable, lively, fun personality

*Changeable moods

*Irregular daily routine

*Variable appetite and digestive efficiency

*High energy in short bursts; tendency to tire easily and to overexert

*Full of joy and enthusiasm when in balance

*Respond to stress with fear, worry, and anxiety, especially when out of

balance

*Tendency to act on impulse*Often have racing, disjointed thoughts

*Generally have dry skin and dry hair and don't perspire much

*Typical health problems include headaches, hypertension, dry coughs, sore

throats, earaches, anxiety, irregular heart rhythms, muscle spasms, lower

back pain, constipation, abdominal gas, diarrhea, nervous stomach,

menstrual cramps, premature ejaculation and other sexual dys-functions,

arthritis. Most neurological disorders are related to Vata imbalance.

Physical FeaturesPeople of vata constitution are generally physically underdeveloped. Their

chests are flat and their veins and muscle tendons are visible.

The complexion is brown, the skin is cold, rough, dry and cracked.

Vata people generally are either too tall or too short, with thin frames which

reveal prominent joints and bone-ends because of poor muscle

development. The hair is curly and scanty, the eyelashes are thin and the

eyes lusterless. The eyes may be sunken, small, dry, and active. The nails

are rough and brittle. The shape of the nose is bent and turned-up.

Physiologically, the appetite and digestion are variable. Vata people loves

sweet, sour and salty tastes and like hot drinks. The production of urine is

scanty and the feces are dry, hard and small in quantity. They have a

tendency to perspire less than other constitutional types. Their sleep may be

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disturbed and they will sleep less than the other types. Their hands and feet

are often cold.

Psychologically, they are characterized by short memory but quick mental

understanding. They will understand something immediately, but will soon

forget it. They have little willpower, tend toward mental instability andpossess little tolerance, confidence or boldness. Their reasoning power is

weak and these people are nervous, fearful and afflicted by much anxiety.

Vata people tend to earn money quickly and also to spend it quickly. Thus,

they tend to remain poor.

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Pitta:

Pitta is a force created by the dynamic interplay of water and fire.

These forces represent transformation.

Pitta governs digestion, absorption, assimilation, nutrition, metabolism, body

temperature, skin coloration, the luster of the eyes, intelligence, and

understanding. Psychologically, pitta arouses anger, hate, and jealousy. The

small intestine, stomach, sweat glands, blood, fat, eyes, and skin are the

seats of Pitta.

Ambition ~ Concentration ~ Confidence ~ Courage ~ Enthusiasm for

knowledge ~ Happiness ~ Intelligence


predominantly Pitta body type.

Medium physique, strong, well-built

Sharp mind, good concentration powers

Orderly, focused

Assertive, self-confident, and entrepreneurial at their best; aggressive,

demanding, pushy when out of balance

Competitive, enjoy challenges

Passionate and romantic; sexually have more vigor and endurance

than Vatas, but less than Kaphas Strong digestion, strong appetite; get irritated if they have to miss or

wait for a meal

Like to be in command

When under stress, Pittas become irritated and angry

Skin fair or reddish, often with freckles; sunburns easily

Hair usually fine and straight, tending toward blond or red, typically

turns gray early; tendency toward baldness or thinning hair

Uncomfortable in sun or hot weather; heat makes them very tired

Perspire a lot

Others may find them stubborn, pushy, opinionated

Good public speakers; also capable of sharp, sarcastic, cutting speech

Generally good management and leadership ability, but can become

authoritarian

Like to spend money, surround themselves with beautiful objects

Subject to temper tantrums, impatience, and anger

Typical physical problems include rashes or inflammations of the skin,

acne, boils, skin cancer, ulcers, heartburn, acid stomach, hot

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sensations in the stomach or intestines, insomnia, bloodshot or

burning eyes and other vision problems, anemia, jaundice.

Physical Features

These people are of medium height, are slender and body frame may

be delicate. Their chests are not as flat as those of vata people and they

show a medium prominence of veins and muscle tendons. The bones are not

as prominent as in the vata individual. Muscle development is moderate.

The pitta complexion may be coppery, yellowish, reddish or fair. The skin is

soft, warm and less wrinkled than vata skin. The hair is thin, silky, red or

brownish and there is a tendency toward premature graying of hair and hair

loss. The eyes may be gray, green or cooper-brown and sharp: the eyeballs

will be of medium prominence. The nails are soft. The shape of the nose is

sharp and the tip tends to be reddish.

Physiologically, these people have a strong metabolism, good digestion and

resulting strong appetites. The person of pitta constitution usually takes

large quantities of food and liquid. Pitta types have a natural craving for

sweet, bitter and astringent tastes and enjoy cold drinks. Their sleep is of

medium duration but uninterrupted. They produce a large volume of urine

and the feces are yellowish, liquid, soft and plentiful. There is a tendency

toward excessive perspiring. The body temperature may run slightly high

and hands and feet will tend to be warm. Pitta people do not tolerate

sunlight, heat or hard work well.

Psychologically, pitta people have a good power of comprehension; they are

very intelligent and sharp and tend to be good orators. They have emotional

tendencies toward hate, anger and jealousy.

They are ambitious people who generally like to be leaders. Pitta people

appreciate material prosperity and they tend to be moderately well-off

financially. They enjoy exhibiting their wealth and luxurious possession

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Kapha:

Kapha is the conceptual equilibrium of water and earth. Kapha is structure

and lubrication. One can visualize the Kapha force as the stirring force to

keep the water and earth from separating. This dosha maintains bodyresistance. Water is the main constituent of kapha, and this bodily water is

responsible physiologically for biological strength and natural tissue

resistance in the body. Kapha lubricates the joints; provides moisture to the

skin; helps to heal wounds; fills the spaces in the body; gives biological

strength, vigor and stability; supports memory retention; gives energy to

the heart and lungs, and maintains immunity. Kapha is present in the chest,

throat, head, sinuses, nose, mouth, stomach, joints, cytoplasm, plasma, and

in the liquid secretions of the body such as mucus. Psychologically, kapha is

responsible for the emotions of attachment, greed, and long-standing envy.

It is also expressed in tendencies toward calmness, forgiveness, and love.

The chest is the seat of kapha.

Caring ~ Centeredness ~ Compassion ~ Contentment ~ Faith ~

Fulfillment ~ Groundedness ~ Patience ~ Sense of being nourished ~

Stability ~ Support ~ Tenderness


predominantly Kapha constitution.

Easygoing, relaxed, slow-paced

Affectionate and loving

Forgiving, compassionate, nonjudgmental nature Stable and reliable;faithful

Physically strong and with a sturdy, heavier build

Have the most energy of all constitutions, but it is steady and

enduring, not explosive

Slow moving and graceful

Slow speech, reflecting a deliberate thought process

Slower to learn, but never forgets; outstanding long-term memory

Soft hair and skin; tendency to have large "soft" eyes and a low, soft

voice

Tend toward being overweight; may also suffer from sluggish digestion Prone to heavy, oppressive depressions

More self-sufficient, need less outward stimulation than do the other

types A mild, gentle, and essentially undemanding approach to life

Sexually Kaphas are the slowest to be aroused, but they also have the

most endurance

Excellent health, strong resistance to disease

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Slow to anger; strive to maintain harmony and peace in their

surroundings

Not easily upset and can be a point of stability for others

Tend to be possessive and hold on to things, people, money; good

savers. Don't like cold, damp weather

Physical problems include colds and congestion, sinus headaches,respiratory problems including asthma and wheezing, hay fever,

allergies, and atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries).

Physical Features

People of kapha constitution have well-developed bodies. There is,

however, a strong tendency for these individuals to carry excess weight.

Their chests are expanded and broad. The veins and tendons of kapha

people are not obvious because of their thick skin and their muscle

development is good. The bones are not prominent.Their complexions are fair and bright. The skin is soft, lustrous and oily, it is

also cold and pale. The hair is thick, dark, soft and wavy. The eyes are dense

and black or blue: the white of the eye is generally very white, large and

attractive.

Physiologically, kapha people have regular appetites. Due to slow digestion,

they tend to consume less food. They crave pungent, bitter and astringent

foods. Stools are soft and may be pale in color: evacuation is slow. Their

perspiration is moderate. Sleep is sound and prolonged. There is a strong

vital capacity evidenced by good stamina, and kapha people are generally

healthy, happy and peaceful.Psychologically, they tend to be tolerant, calm, forgiving and loving:

however, they also exhibit traits of greed, attachment, envy and

possessiveness. Their comprehension is slow but definite: once they

understand something, that knowledge is retained.

Kapha people tend to be wealthy. They earn money and are good at holding

on to it.

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Do's and Don't

REMEDIES VATA PITTA KAPHA

Food W a r m , w e l l

c o o k e d f o o d .

Sweet, sour and

salty tastes

Warm to coo l

r a t h e r t h a n

s teaming ho t .

Sweet, bitter and

astringent tastes.

Decreased quantities of

warm food. Pungent,

bitter and astringent

tastes. To be taken

earlier than 10 am and

not later than 6 pm.

Healthy Kapha types

should observe fast one

day per week.

Oil Massage With calming andwarming oils such

as Mahanarayan

Oil.

With cooling oilss u c h a s

c h a n d a n b a l a

Laxadi oil

With stimulating oilssuch as punarnavadi oil

and srigopal oil.

Exercise Moderate exercise

such as yoga,

walking and light

weights

Moderate exercise

w h i c h m a y

include jogging,

swimming, Yoga,

c y c l i n g a n d

weight lifting

Regular and vigorous.

Herbal Dietarysupplements

Ashwagandha,s h a t a v a r i ,

haritaki, Guggul,

Trikatu, Vata tea,

Calming Tea.

H a r i t a k i ,B h u m i a m l a ,

Chyavanprash,

surakta, sitopladi

churan, pitta Tea.

G u g g u l , s i t o p l a d ic h u r a n , t r i k a t u ,

chyavanprash, Kapha

Tea.

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Factors that increase vata

Exposure to cold, no routine in your life, eating to much dry, frozen or

leftover food, or food with bitter, pungent or astringents taste. Fasting, too

much traveling, too much or inappropriate exercise, suppressing natural

urges, abdominal surgery. Not oiling the skin.

Factors that increase pitta

Exposure to heat, eating too much red meat, salt, spicy or sour foods.

Indigestion and irregularity of meals. Exercising at midday, Drugs especially

antibiotics. Too much intellectual work/thinking. Alcohol, Fatigue. Anger,

Hate fear, emotion.

Factors that increase kapha

Exposure to cold, eating too much sweet, meat, fats, cheese, milk, ice

cream, yogurt, fried food, excessive use of salt. Excessive intake of water,

taking naps after meals. Doing nothing. Sedative and tranquilizers. Doubts,greed, and possessiveness. Lack of compassion.

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