Characteristics of Pitta Type
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CHARACTERISTICS OF PITTA TYPE Here are some of the common characteristics of people who have a predominantly Pitta body type. Medium physique, strong, well-built Sharp mind, good concentration powers Orderly, focused Assertive, self- confident, a nd entrep reneuri al at their be st; aggressive , demandi ng, pushy wh en 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 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 possessions.
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CHARACTERISTICS OF PITTA TYPE
Here are some of the common characteristics of people who have a predominantly Pitta body type. Medium physique, strong, well-builtSharp mind, good concentration powersOrderly, focused Assertive, self-confident, and entrepreneurial at their best; aggressive, demanding, pushy whenout of balanceCompetitive, enjoy challengesPassionate and romantic; sexually have more vigor and endurance than Vatas, but less thanKaphasStrong digestion, strong appetite; get irritated if they have to miss or wait for a mealLike to be in commandWhen under stress, Pittas become irritated and angrySkin fair or reddish, often with freckles; sunburns easilyHair usually fine and straight, tending toward blond or red, typically turns gray early; tendencytoward baldness or thinning hair
Uncomfortable in sun or hot weather; heat makes them very tiredPerspire a lotOthers may find them stubborn, pushy, opinionatedGood public speakers; also capable of sharp, sarcastic, cutting speechGenerally good management and leadership ability, but can become authoritarianLike to spend money, surround themselves with beautiful objectsSubject 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 sensations in the stomach or intestines, insomnia, bloodshotor 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 arenot 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 lesswrinkled than vata skin. The hair is thin, silky, red or brownish and there is a tendency towardpremature graying of hair and hair loss. The eyes may be gray, green or cooper-brown and sharp: theeyeballs will be of medium prominence. The nails are soft. The shape of the nose is sharp and the tiptends to be reddish.
Physiologically, these people have a strong metabolism, good digestion and resulting strongappetites. 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 mayrun 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 sharpand 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 materialprosperity and they tend to be moderately well-off financially. They enjoy exhibiting their wealth andluxurious possessions.
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CHARACTERISTICS OF VATA TYPES
Here are some of the common characteristics of people who have a predominantly Vata constitution.
Creativity, mental quicknessHighly imaginativeQuick to learn and grasp new knowledge, but also quick to forgetSexually easily excitable but quickly satiatedSlenderness; lightest of the three body typesTalk and walk quicklyTendency toward cold hands and feet, discomfort in cold climatesExcitable, lively, fun personalityChangeable moodsIrregular daily routineVariable appetite and digestive efficiencyHigh energy in short bursts; tendency to tire easily and to overexertFull of joy and enthusiasm when in balanceRespond to stress with fear, worry, and anxiety, especially when out of balance
Tendency to act on impulseOften have racing, disjointed thoughtsGenerally have dry skin and dry hair and don't perspire muchTypical 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 Features
People 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 andcracked.
Vata people generally are either too tall or too short, with thin frames which reveal prominent jointsand bone-ends because of poor muscle development. The hair is curly and scanty, the eyelashes arethin and the eyes lusterless. The eyes may be sunken, small, dry, and active. The nails are rough andbrittle. The shape of the nose is bent and turned-up.
Physiologically, the appetite and digestion are variable. Vata people loves sweet, sour and saltytastes and like hot drinks. The production of urine is scanty and the feces are dry, hard and small inquantity. They have a tendency to perspire less than other constitutional types. Their sleep may bedisturbed 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 towardmental instability and possess little tolerance, confidence or boldness. Their reasoning power is weakand 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.
CHARACTERISTICS OF KAPHA TYPES
Here are some of the common characteristics of people who have a predominantly Kaphaconstitution.
Easygoing, relaxed, slow-paced
Affectionate and lovingForgiving, compassionate, nonjudgmental nature Stable and reliable; faithful
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Physically strong and with a sturdy, heavier buildHave the most energy of all constitutions, but it is steady and enduring, not explosiveSlow moving and gracefulSlow speech, reflecting a deliberate thought processSlower to learn, but never forgets; outstanding long-term memorySoft hair and skin; tendency to have large "soft" eyes and a low, soft voice
Tend toward being overweight; may also suffer from sluggish digestionProne to heavy, oppressive depressionsMore self-sufficient, need less outward stimulation than do the other types A mild, gentle, andessentially undemanding approach to lifeSexually Kaphas are the slowest to be aroused, but they also have the most enduranceExcellent health, strong resistance to diseaseSlow to anger; strive to maintain harmony and peace in their surroundingsNot easily upset and can be a point of stability for othersTend to be possessive and hold on to things, people, money; good savers. Don't like cold, dampweather Physical problems include colds and congestion, sinus headaches, respiratory problems includingasthma 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 andtendons of kapha people are not obvious because of their thick skin and their muscle development isgood. The bones are not prominent.
Their complexions are fair and bright. The skin is soft, lustrous and oily, it is also cold and pale. Thehair is thick, dark, soft and wavy. The eyes are dense and black or blue: the white of the eye isgenerally 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 strongvital capacity evidenced by good stamina, and kapha people are generally healthy, happy andpeaceful.
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 theyunderstand something, that knowledge is retained.
Kapha people tend to be wealthy. They earn money and are good at holding on to it.
