By now we clearly understand that there are three Doshas or principal energies governing the universe. These Doshas are Vata, Pitta and Kapha. In our previous post, we spoke about how the three energies are different and how they play a role in determining our body constitution and even our personality traits. Now let’s try and understand the various body types from an Ayurvedic perspective. Ayurveda believes that there could be seven different body types based on the concentration and pr...

In our previous post, we spoke about the different body constitutions or body types or Prakritis as per Ayurveda. By now we clearly know that there are seven different types of body constitutions as per the Ayurvedic science. It is also amply clear that Vata, Pitta and Kapha are the three Doshas that govern the entire universe and also our physical, mental and emotional attributes and characteristics. But how can you identify them? What are their distinctive features? Let’s start with...

Previously, we spoke about individuals with the Vata body type and their physical, mental and emotional uniqueness. Now let’s try and understand the next type which is the Pitta body type. The Pitta Dosha reflects the characteristics of the Fire Element, and hence Pitta individuals are known for their unique ability to transform in no time. Dynamic in their ways, the Pitta types are known for their go-getter attitude. Pittas are known to be extremely ambitious, focused and determined. Th...