Ayurvedic medicine—an ancient Indian system of holistic healing—is a centuries-old practice, but it’s making a major comeback in the food and wellness space. In Ayurveda, the body is composed of three distinct energies, or doshas: Kapha (space and air), Pitta (fire and water) and Vata (water and earth). Each person has one dominant dosha and can keep it balanced by following a specific diet and lifestyle, notes the Chopra Center. Which dosha are you, and what exactly does it mean for your day-to-day life? Find out below.
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What Is Your Ayurvedic Dosha?
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Published Feb 27, 2019
1.
My Skin’s Texture, In One Photo:
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2.
I’m Usually Pretty Awesome To Be Around, But Sometimes I…
Get jealous
Talk about myself too much
Feel anxious and overwhelmed
Get insecure about what other people think
3.
My Hair Is...
Soft and fine
Thick and oily
Dry and coarse
It depends on the day
4.
A Portrait Of Me At Work:
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5.
After A Stressful Day, I Feel So Much Better Once I…
Hit the gym
Meditate
Go to bed early
Watch four back-to-back episodes of The Bachelor
6.
Pick A Dream Dinner:
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Photo: Liz Andrew/Styling: Erin McDowell
Photo: Liz Andrew/Styling: Erin McDowell
Photo: Liz Andrew/Styling: Erin McDowell
7.
My Body Type Is Closest To…
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Chrissy Metz
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Beyoncé
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Gwyneth Paltrow
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Julianne Moore
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Oprah Winfrey
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Sofia Vergara
8.
My Friends Say My Best Quality Is…
How loyal and supportive I am
The creative ideas I’m always coming up with
That I’m an amazing leader
How kind and caring I am
