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According to Ayurveda tradition,we are governed by three energies.
Knowing which we are can help us make decisions to achieve balance.
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Ayurveda is based on the principles of three doshas. Doshas are the energies that make up every individual, which perform different physiological functions in the body:
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The 3 Dosha types:
1. Vata Dosha -- Energy that controls bodily functions associated with motion, including blood circulation, breathing, blinking, and your heartbeat.
In balance: There is creativity and vitality.
Out of balance: Can produce fear and anxiety.
2. Pitta Dosha -- Energy that controls the body's metabolic systems, including digestion, absorption, nutrition, and your body's temperature.
In balance: Leads to contentment and intelligence.
Out of balance: Can cause ulcers and anger.
3. Kapha Dosha -- Energy that controls growth in the body. It supplies water to all body parts, moisturizes the skin, and maintains the immune system.
In balance: Expressed as love and forgiveness.
Out of balance: Can lead to insecurity and envy.
Each person has all three Doshas, but usually one or two dominate.
Various Dosha proportions determine one's physiological and personality traits, as well as general likes and dislikes.
For example Vata types will prefer hot weather to cold and Kapha types are more likely to crave spicy foods than other types.
Generally these are considered to be characteristics of each mind/body type:
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This 30-question test tells you which energy dominates in you and gives you suggestions for balance.
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http://www.eattasteheal.com/ayurveda..._bodytypes.htm
Here is an easier and shorter test another test at the Chopra Center:
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http://doshaquiz.chopra.com
Mari
05-11-2013, 07:05 AM
Are you Vata Pitta, or Kapha?
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