The Three Doshas - Vitta, Pita, Kapha
The wisdom of Ayurveda emphasizes that no standardized medicine can adequately deal with all of our individual variations. Each person is different and has its own unique 'prakriti' or mind-body type that must be kept in balance for a healthy mind and body. By understanding our natural constitution, we can personalize our diet and lifestyle to suit our specific prakriti and the environment in which we live.
According to Ayurveda traditions, every substance in the universe is a combination of five elements (space, air, fire, water, and earth) which forms the basis of human’s biological energies, known as 'doshas'.
The 'doshas' are classified into three categories:
Vata Dosha – Space & Wind Elements
Pitta Dosha – Fire & Water Elements
Kapha Dosha – Water & Earth Elements
Every person is born with a unique combination of the three doshas. All three doshas are always present but generally one or more will predominate giving rise to certain psychological, physical traits, and behaviors. Health is maintained when the three doshas are balanced via a personalized regime of diet, lifestyle, activities, and other health living practices.
According to Ayurveda traditions, every substance in the universe is a combination of five elements (space, air, fire, water, and earth) which forms the basis of human’s biological energies, known as 'doshas'.
The 'doshas' are classified into three categories:
Vata Dosha – Space & Wind Elements
Pitta Dosha – Fire & Water Elements
Kapha Dosha – Water & Earth Elements
Every person is born with a unique combination of the three doshas. All three doshas are always present but generally one or more will predominate giving rise to certain psychological, physical traits, and behaviors. Health is maintained when the three doshas are balanced via a personalized regime of diet, lifestyle, activities, and other health living practices.