Dosha
Also known as: Tridosha · Vata Pitta Kapha
Definition
Vata governs movement, Pitta governs transformation and heat, and Kapha governs structure and stability. Everyone has all three, in a personal proportion fixed at birth (prakriti).
Health, in Ayurveda, is the doshas staying close to that natural balance. Diet, season, age, routine and stress can push one or more out of balance, and much of Ayurvedic advice is about gently bringing them back.
Identifying which dosha is dominant helps an Ayurvedic physician personalise food, routine and activity advice. In metabolic imbalance, Kapha usually receives particular attention.
Classical texts describe most types of Prameha as Kapha-related, though Pitta and Vata are also involved, especially as the condition becomes long-standing.
Quizzes give a rough idea, but a physician's assessment of your constitution and current imbalance is more reliable, and it matters if you are managing a health condition.
Guduchi Ayurveda's BAMS-qualified physicians offer online and in-clinic consultations, working alongside your existing treatment.
Medical disclaimer: This page is for general education and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Ayurveda is described here as a supportive, complementary system. Do not stop or change any prescribed medication without consulting your treating physician.
