Today I completed an aruyvedic test to see how tri-doshic I was. My results were vata 26 pitta 30 and kappa 43 which shows I'm really imbalanced in my vata. If you're feeling cold anxious or nervous then your vata is probably imbalanced too! After doing some researched I learned that Vata is the most significant dosha because it is usually the first dosha to become imbalanced and the first dosha one works toward balancing.
An imblance in the Vata dosha can lead to a number of bodily disruptions that can lead to illness. The signs of an imbalanced Vata :
 | Tired, yet can't relax, Fatigue, poor stamina |
| Nervous, Can't concentrate |
| Anxious, fearful |
| Agitated mind |
| Impatient, Antsy or hyperactive |
| Spaced out |
| Self-defeating |
| Shy, insecure, Restless |
| Cannot make decisions |
| Weight loss, under weight |
| Insomnia; wake up at night and can't go back to sleep |
| Generalized aches, sharp pains, Arthritis, stiff and painful joints |
| Agitated movement |
| Very sensitive to cold |
| Nail biting |
| Rough, flaky skin, Chapped lips |
| Fainting spells |
| Heart palpitations |
| Constipation, Intestinal bloating, gas, Belching, hiccups |
| Dry, sore throat, Dry eyes |
How do you balance an imbalanced Vata? The best thing about the ayuredic way is the fact that it's relatively easy if you follow the diet recommendations and everyone has a different ratio so u can fine tune yours to your needs.
Diet recommendations to balance your Vata:
| Warm food, moderately heavy textures, added butter and fat. |
| Salt, sour, and sweet tastes; Soothing and satisfying foods. |
| All soothing foods are good for settling disturbed Vata. Use foods such as: warm milk, cream, butter, warm soups, stews, hot cereals, fresh baked bread. Since vata is a cold dry dosha, warm, nourishing foods such as these are good for stabilizing vata. On the other hand cold foods such as cold salads, iced drinks, raw vegetables and greens are not very good for persons with vata imbalance. |
| Breakfast is highly recommended. Use hot cereals such as cream of rice or wheat or any other breakfast that is warm, milky, and sweet. |
| Take a hot or herbal tea with snacks in the late afternoon. Avoid drinks with high caffeine as vata gets disturbed by it. |
| Use spicy foods such as spicy Mexican or Indian foods that are cooked in oil. |
| Use warm moist foods such as cooked grains and cereals, bowl of hot oatmeal or cup of steaming vegetable soup. |
| Warm milk is good. You can add a little sugar or honey to it if you prefer. Avoid eating candies as it disturbs vata. |
| Prefer salted nuts that are heavy and oily as opposed to dry salty snacks. |
| All sweet fruits are Ok for vata. Avoid unripe fruits as they are astringent |
| Take warm or hot water instead of ice water and drinks. |
| Summary: Breakfast is usually desirable. Hot foods and sweet and sour tastes. Reduce dry foods and bitter tastes. Warm or hot water and drinks. Raw nuts and nut butters. Spices: cinnamon, cardamom, cumin, ginger, cloves in moderation. |
The ayuredic way is a proven way of life that has been around for centuries and is soon about to hit the mainstream. Want to get a head start? Start fine tunic your body's needs to the ayuredic way. You'll feel more balanced calm and have more clarity to live a long, happy and healthy life.
Click this link now to take the test and find out how tri-doshic you are!
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