How to Recognize Dosha Imbalances in Your Life
Updated: Oct 2
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Ayurveda Dosha Quiz
Did you take a quiz or several, and find yourself more confused? How do you know which dosha or doshas you are? The question can leave us flummoxed. And yet, you need a clear dosha assessment because its the foundation to diagnosis, treatment and maintaining good health. If the doshic picture isn't clear, how can Ayurvedic treatment be effective?
There are three main dosha types, Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, BUT...there are many combinations. Now add to that, the qualities of each dosha and dosha combination, and now layer that with any imbalances in one or more of the doshas and yes--it can make your head spin.
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Wild List of Vata Imbalances
Have you wondered if you might have a Vata imbalance? 30 signs and symptoms of Vata imbalances in the body and mind.
30 Signs of Vata Imbalances
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Body
Dry, scanty, irregular periods, or absent flow. When your period is present, imbalanced Vata manifests as anxiety, insomnia, sharp or stinging cramps, and blood discoloration
General sense of feeling cold, hands and feet especially
Poor circulation
Tight muscles, twitches, muscle spasms and feeling clenched
Tics and tremors
Aches and pains here, there, and everywhere at times
Palpitations
Weight loss, difficulty gaining weight
Fidgeting or other extra movement
Dislike of cold and wind
Difficulty with loud noises
Light, interrupted sleep
Difficulty sleeping, with waking, or difficulty and staying asleep
Feeling weak, fatigued, loss of vitality
Sense of wanting to run or runaway
Lack of focus or forgetful
Difficulty concentrating, remembering
Mind
Anxiety, nervousness
Restless, agitated
Dizziness
Feeling ungrounded, spacey, scattered, overwhelmed
Excess worrying and thinking in general (“Cannot shut my mind off, it just keeps talking.")
Feeling sped-up, racing mind
Confused
Shaky
Excessive talking
Do you recognize any Vata imbalances or symptoms?
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Vata Testimonials
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Hot List of Pitta Imbalances
Have you wondered if you might have a Pitta imbalance? 35 signs of Pitta, heat imbalances in the body and mind.
35 Signs of Pitta Imbalances:
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Body
1. Red, burning, or irritated skin including eczema and dermatitis
2. Headaches with burning sensation and migraines
3. Rashes, response to insect bites
6. Inflammation or any of the "itis” conditions
7. Acne
8. Stomach heat increases, causing heartburn, acid reflux, GERD and ulcers
9. Hyperthyroidism
10. Loose stools (soft serve ice cream consistency) or diarrhea
11. Overactive metabolism
12. Nausea or discomfort upon missing meal
13. Heat avoidant or intolerant
14. Heavy, clotty cycles
15. Interrupted sleep
17. Inflammation in the body can lead to joint pain
18. Increased sweating and sour or foul body odor.
19. Increased hunger and thirst
20. Heated digestive system issues: inflammatory bowel conditions and flare ups
21. Excessive thirst, unquenchable thirst
22. Autoimmune disorders
23. Fevers
24. Acute inflammation of the joints
26. Sun avoidant
Mind
27. More argumentative, judgmental, competitive, angry, irritated, frustrated, and nit-picky (short fused)
29. Workaholic tendencies
30. Burned out
31. Jealousy
32. Impatience, criticism, and intolerant
33. Overly attached to goals
34. Ego inflamed
35. Controlling, fiery personality
Do you recognize any Pitta imbalances or symptoms?
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Pitta Testimonials
“I was dreading and anticipating hating a weeklong outside summer event. I’ve always hated summer. Hate being in the heat. Hate being in the sun. I am SO surprised! I enjoyed being there, being outside. I tolerated the high heat well and enjoyed the whole week. I was and am in a good mood. I was not affected by the heat and sun. And, for the first time in 46 years, I didn’t get sunburnt—I tanned!” -- A.D. USA
Sturdy List of Kapha Imbalances
Have you wondered if you might have a Kapha imbalance? Weight gain? Cholesterol? Allergies? A1C labs increasing? Mucousy? Emotional eating? Feeling dull? Did you know we can be any dosha, and still have a Kapha imbalance?
23 Signs of Kapha Imbalances
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Body
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Mind
Tendency for “emotional overeating”
Sentimental
Stubborn
Greedy
Hoarding
Overly attached
Possessive
Do you recognize any Kapha imbalances or symptoms?
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Kapha Testimonials
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How to Recognize Dosha Imbalances in Your Life
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