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Perhaps Ayurveda the world’s oldest and continuously practiced medical science, Ayurveda, originated in India about 3000 years BC, derives from two words- Ayu means life and Veda means science- The Science of Life.

Ayurveda is a traditional natural healing system and thousands of years before modern medicine recognised the existence of mind, Ayurveda invented the treatments for mind and body. Ayurveda is a truly holistic health system which supports you from the cradle to the end of your life. The roots of Ayurveda can be traced back to 3000 BC in the Vedas, India’s oldest scriptures, particularly the Fourth Veda, Atharvaveda which contains the philosophical basis of Ayurveda.

As per Ayurveda, there are three Doshas or body dispositions, namely –Vata, Pitta and Kapha. When all three of them are balanced, the body stays in a healthy condition. Aggravation or alleviation of any one or more of these Doshas leads to diseases. Further, in Ayurveda, all the diseases are linked to the food we consume and our digestive system, and almost all of the diseases originate in the stomach or Jathar.
 

Doshas

Vata, Pitta and Kapha are primary functional energies in the body. 

Vata is related to wind and space

Pitta is related to fire and water

Kapha relates to water and earth

These Doshas are related to the elements of nature. It is commonly believed that there are five elements of nature. These five elements are: 

1. Earth (Prithvi)
2. Air (Vayu)
3. Water (Jala)
4. Fire (Teja)
5. Space (Aakash) 

Vata Dosha

Air is the active element in Vata Dosha. Space acts as a regulatory element. Air moves slowly and space expands. If space does not expand or constrict, then air moves fast. This is the inherent characteristic of Vata Dosha.

Pitta Dosha

Pitta Dosha has fire as the active element. Water helps to regulate or control fire. When the fire increases or burns more, then water helps in cooling leading to hydration. If water is more, then the fire increases to ensure a balance. 

 Kapha Dosha

Kapha Dosha has the earth as the main element Pitta Dosha has fire as the active element. Water helps to regulate or control fire. When the fire increases or burns more, then water helps in cooling leading to. Water acts as the regulatory element for this Dosha. When water is more, it moves fast. When the earth is more, the movement becomes sluggish.

The Innate Nature of the Doshas 

1. Vata being formed of air and space has qualities like dry, cold, rough, light, clear, mobile, and subtle.
2. Pitta being formed of fire and water has qualities like hot, light, sharp, oily, liquid, and mobile.
3. Kapha being formed of earth and water has qualities like heavy, slow, smooth, oily, soft, stable, and cloudy.

Vata Body Type

The Vata body type refers to those who have a predominant Vata Dosha with more qualities and characteristics of Vata. The Ayurveda body type of Vata is described as follows. They are slim and energetic. They are usually creative individuals. They are easily capable of thinking out of the box. Their mood can change and they can be influenced by the weather, as well as the food taken. 

Pitta body type

The pitta type body has a combination of fire and water. They are athletic individuals who are usually well-built. They have good leadership abilities. They are aggressive by nature and are goal-oriented. 

Kapha body type 

The Kapha body type is earthy with the water element in it. This makes them grounded and they are more stable. They are strong and also caring by nature

Diet Guide To Balance Doshas

Vata Dosha

Pathya Rasha (food taste to be included) sweet, salty sour

Apathya Raha (food taste to be avoided) spicy, astringent, bitter

Food Choices

Hot potency food

Bishop Weeds

Nuts and Seeds

Ghee

Cottage Cheese

Chicken Fish

Milk.

 
Avoid Raw food like Cabbage, Broccoli, Cauliflower and Spinach

Pitta Dosha

Pathya Rasha (food taste to be included) sweet, astringent, bitter

Apathya Raha (food taste to be avoided) spicy, Sour, Salty

Food Choices

Cold potency food

Sweet fruits

Coconut water

Ghee

Corriander

Fennel

Green Moong

Barley, Millets

Rose jam 

Vegetables- Okra, Pumpkin, Gourd, Raw Papaya

Avoid oily food, spicy, sour food and food that can cause inflammation

Kapha Dosha

Pathya Rasha (food taste to be included) spicy, astringent, bitter

Apathya Raha (food taste to be avoided) Sweet, Sour, Salty

Food Choices

Hot potency food

Spices, ginger and garlic

Citrus fruits

Green Moong,

Barley, Millets

Mustard oil

Vegetables- Okra, Gourd, Leafy Green, Bitter gourd, Cabbage

Avoid salty and sour food. Food which is oily, high on glucose and heavy to digest are not suitable.