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Characteristic |
Vata |
Pitta |
Kapha |
| Frame |
Thin, slender with prominent
joints and long, thin muscles. |
Medium, symmetrical build with
good muscle development. |
Large, round or stocky build.
broad, stout or thick. |
| Weight |
Low. Tendency to loose weight. |
Moderate; easy to loose or
gain weight if I put my mind to it. |
Heavy; gains weight easily and
has difficulty loosing it. |
| Eyes |
Small and active. |
I have a penetrating gaze. |
Large, pleasant. |
| Complexion |
Dry, rough or thin. |
Warm, reddish in color and prone
to irritation. |
Thick, moist and smooth. |
| Hair |
Dry, Brittle or Frizzy |
Fine. Early thinning or graying. |
Abundant, thick and oily. |
| Joints |
Thick and prominent. Have a
tendency to pop and crack. |
Loose and flexible. |
Large, well knit and padded. |
| Sleep Pattern |
Light sleeper. Wakes easily and
frequently. |
Moderately sound sleeper, usually
needing less than 8 hours to feel rested. |
Deep sleeper. Can sleep long and
awaken slowly. |
| Body Temperature |
Hands and feet are usually cold.
Prefer warm environments. |
Usually warm, regardless of
the season, and prefer cooler environments. |
Adaptable to most
temperatures but do not like cold wet days. |
| Temperament |
Lively and enthusiastic. Likes
change. |
Purposeful and intense.
Convincing. |
Easy going and accepting.
Supportive. |
| Under Stress |
Anxious and worried. |
Irritable and/or aggressive. |
Withdrawn and/or reclusive. |
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