Each one of us is born with a unique body constitution, which is our 'Prakriti.' It is determined by our genetics, our mother's physical and emotional state during pregnancy, our social environment, and the season and geographical location we were born in. According to our Prakriti, one dosha — or a combination of two — will be dominant in our body.
As explained by Ruhi Rajput, a trusted dietician in Gurgaon, unhealthy lifestyle choices, food selections that don't align with our body type, stress, and mental pressure lead to an imbalance of doshas — which is called 'Vikriti.' Most of the time, when we struggle with health problems, weight gain, or mental health issues, it's because of Vikriti.
Ayurvedic body types are described according to a person's physical structure, digestive system, and cognitive nature. Doshas are the foundation of Ayurveda — they represent the energetic forces of nature that make up the essence of our existence. There are three types of doshas, formed from combinations of the five bio-elements. All three exist in everyone and everything, just in different proportions.
Understanding your own dosha is often the missing piece in a diet plan that hasn't worked before — it's a big part of how our nutritionists in Gurgaon build plans that actually fit your body, not just your goal.
Doshas |
Elements |
Vata |
Air+Ether |
Pitta |
Fire+Water |
Kapha |
Earth+Water |
Maintaining a balance among all three doshas is the key to good health and longevity.