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Tridosha — त्रिदोष
The three fundamental bio-energies that govern all physical and mental processes in the body according to Ayurveda
Discover Your Prakriti
Take our Ayurvedic constitution quiz to discover your unique dosha balance. Answer questions to find your Prakriti (natural constitution).
🌿 Take Prakriti QuizThe Three Doshas
Each dosha is composed of two of the five elements
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Vata
वात
AirSpaceAutumnWinter
Qualities (Gunas)
LightColdDryMobileSubtle
Vata governs all movement in the body and mind. It is the force behind all biological activity.
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Pitta
पित्त
FireWaterSummer
Qualities (Gunas)
HotSharpOilyLightSpreading
Pitta governs transformation in the body — digestion, metabolism, and intelligence.
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Kapha
कफ
WaterEarthSpring
Qualities (Gunas)
HeavyColdOilySlowStable
Kapha provides structure, lubrication, and stability to the body and mind.
Explore Kapha →Combined Constitutions (Prakriti)
Most people have a combination of two dominant doshas
Dosha Comparison
| Aspect | 🌬️ Vata | 🔥 Pitta | 🌊 Kapha |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body | Thin, light, dry | Medium, warm skin | Large, oily |
| Mind | Creative, anxious | Sharp, focused | Calm, attached |
| Hunger | Variable | Strong, regular | Low, steady |
| Sleep | Light, disturbed | Moderate | Deep, heavy |
| Speech | Fast, jumpy | Sharp, direct | Slow, measured |
| When OK | Active, enthusiastic | Intelligent, leader | Loving, stable |
| Excess | Fear, anxiety | Anger, inflammation | Greed, lethargy |
| Elements | Air + Space | Fire + Water | Water + Earth |
| Season | Autumn/Winter | Summer | Spring |
| Life Stage | Old Age | Adulthood | Childhood |
| Taste to Favour | Sweet, Sour, Salty | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent | Pungent, Bitter, Astringent |
| Taste to Avoid | Bitter, Pungent | Sour, Salty, Pungent | Sweet, Sour, Salty |