Ayurveda
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Developed in India over 6,000 years ago, Ayurveda is the world’s most ancient system of preventive health care. Ayurveda, which translates to “knowledge of life,” is a natural approach to creating balance while strengthening the body’s healing abilities.
According to Ayurveda, the body is governed by three fundamental biological principles, or “doshas,” that work together controlling all of the body’s functions. These doshas are: Vata (regulates movement), Pitta (regulates metabolism), and Kapha (regulates structure). One’s individual mind/body type is determined by the natural predominance of one or more of these three doshas within the body.
Vata
Creative personality, small boned, typically have fair, thin and dry skin. Hands and feet are usually cold. They typically have sporadic eating habits and suffer from various forms of anxiety and insomnia.
Pitta
Dynamic and goal-oriented personalities with fair medium to oily skin. They are prone to allergies and typically show signs of high blood pressure. Their emotions are usually passionate in both love and anger.
Kapha
Nurturing and compassionate types with thick, moist and healthy skin. They tend to have thick hair and are prone to a slow metabolism. Can be slow natured, taking everything as it comes.