Vata, Pitta and Kapha are three important
body constituents called Doshas in Ayurveda. Each of them has a very specific
set of functional roles to play in the body.
Out
of three Doshas, the dominant Dosha at the time of conception determines our
Prakriti. This is our constitution which we are born with and it never varies.
It is like our thumbprint. It is quite rare that Vata, Pitta and Kapha are
equally pronounced in a human being, a state that is called as Balanced
Tri-Dosha, which forms the foundation of health, fitness, and wellbeing par
excellence.
Most
people are dominant in any two of the Doshas. Various Dosha proportions
determine one’s physiological and personality traits as well as general likes
and dislikes. Here are the three Doshas, and the characteristics associated
with each of them.
I)
Vata Dosha (Ether + Wind)
Vata is the kinetic energy that controls
bodily functions associated with motion, including blood circulation,
breathing, blinking, and heartbeat. In balance condition Vata is responsible
for creativity and vitality but when it goes out of balance it creates fear and
anxiety.
II) Pitta Dosha (Fire + Water)
Pitta is the heat energy that controls
metabolic activities of the body such as digestion, absorption, assimilation
and regulates body temperature. In balance state Pitta gives contentment and
intelligence. When it goes out of balance it creates excessive anger and
inflammatory conditions.
III) Kapha Dosha
(Earth + Water)
Kapha
is the cold energy that controls growth in the body. It also supplies
nourishment to all body parts, moisturizes the skin and maintains the immune
system. In balance state it is responsible for love and forgiveness but when it
is out of balance it can lead to insecurity and envy.
Vikriti
is present condition of Tri-dosha. When the Doshas are out of balance, they can
create various diseases disturbing the health. Once we know Vikriti, we can use
food, herbs, diet and lifestyle changes to align our condition (Vikriti) with
our constitution (Prakriti). When they are aligned, we experience optimal
health and peace in life.
Ayurveda focuses on providing specific
advice and guidance on how to maintain physical and emotional health. We are
suggesting the set of personalized recommendations designed to support you in
your journey towards optimal health.
Following link has the Prakriti questionnaire which you can submit to us for getting the detailed report.
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