About Ayurveda and
Dosha Questionnaire
What Is Ayurveda?
Ayurveda is an ancient system of holistic wellness that originated in India over 5,000 years ago. The word Ayurveda translates to “the science of life,” and it is based on the understanding that everything in nature, including our bodies and minds, is made up of five elements: Ether (space), Air, Fire, Water and Earth.
These elements combine in different ways to create our unique constitution (dosha). Ayurveda teaches that health comes from balance. When the elements within us are in harmony, we feel energized, clear and resilient. When they become imbalanced, we may experience discomfort, fatigue or dis-ease. By learning how the elements show up in our own body and life, we can make choices that support greater wellbeing.
Why Complete a Dosha Questionnaire?
In Ayurveda, the five elements express themselves through three energetic patterns known as doshas: Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Each dosha represents a unique combination of elements and governs specific physical, mental and emotional qualities.
While everyone has all three doshas, most people have one dominant dosha that shapes how they move through the world. Taking a dosha quiz can help you:
Understand which elements are most active in your body and mind
Recognize your natural strengths and tendencies
Learn what supports balance versus what creates excess
Choose movement, rest and lifestyle practices that nourish your unique constitution
This questionnaire is designed to help you identify your dominant dosha, offering insight into how to work with your natural elemental makeup rather than against it.
Take this quick quiz to see what elements are dominant in your life right now. The bottom of the quiz will total your number for Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Once you know your dosha, I invite you to explore my offerings that support your current constitution.
For a more personalized mind, body, energy program contact me for a FREE consultation or check out my Wellness Coaching sessions.
Learn About Your Dominant Dosha
VATA
Air and Ether
Vata expresses the energy of movement, creativity and change.
Vata is made up of the elements air and ether (space). If Vata is your dominant dosha, you may naturally embody lightness, curiosity, creativity and adaptability. Vata types often think quickly, enjoy variety and are sensitive to their environment.
When Vata is in balance, the air and space elements express as inspiration, enthusiasm and clear communication. When out of balance, excess air and ether may show up as restlessness, anxiety, dryness, fatigue or feeling ungrounded.
What Supports Vata
Grounding, warming and stabilizing practices help balance Vata. Slow, steady yoga, mindful breathing, routine, and deep rest support the earth and water elements needed to create stability and calm.
Best Foods for Vata
Vata benefits from foods that are warm, moist, grounding and nourishing.
Favor:
Warm, cooked foods
Soups, stews and porridges
Root vegetables (sweet potatoes, carrots, beets)
Healthy fats (ghee, olive oil, avocado)
Warm grains (rice, oats, quinoa)
Gentle spices (ginger, cinnamon, cardamom)
Limit:
Cold or raw foods
Dry snacks and crackers
Excess caffeine
Skipping meals
Supportive Daily Practices for Vata
Keep a regular daily routine
Prioritize rest and sleep
Slow, grounding yoga
Gentle breathwork, energy work and meditation
Warm oil self-massage (abhyanga)
Minimize overstimulation and multitasking
PITTA
Fire and Water
Pitta is the energy of transformation, focus and intensity.
Pitta is formed from the elements fire and water. If Pitta is your dominant dosha, you are likely focused, motivated, and naturally driven, with a strong capacity for digestion, concentration and leadership.
When Pitta is balanced, fire fuels clarity, confidence and purposeful action. When out of balance, excess fire can show up as irritability, inflammation, burnout, overheating or harsh self-judgment.
What Supports Pitta
Cooling, soothing practices help balance the fire element. Yoga that emphasizes moderation, relaxation, and breath awareness, along with time for rest and play, helps bring in the calming qualities of water and earth.
Best Foods for Pitta
Pitta benefits from foods that are cooling, hydrating and calming.
Favor:
Fresh fruits (melons, berries, pears)
Cooling vegetables (cucumber, leafy greens)
Whole grains (rice, barley, oats)
Coconut, mint, cilantro
Moderate healthy fats
Limit:
Very spicy or fried foods
Alcohol
Excess salt
Overeating or eating when overheated
Supportive Daily Practices for Pitta
Yoga with a calming, gentle focus
Take breaks and avoid burnout
Time in nature or near water
Release perfectionism and self-criticism
Schedule downtime just like appointments
KAPHA
Earth and Water
Kapha is the energy of stability, nourishment and grounding.
Kapha is composed of the elements earth and water. If Kapha is your dominant dosha, you may naturally embody steadiness, compassion, patience and emotional depth. Kapha types often have strong endurance and a calming, supportive presence.
When Kapha is balanced, earth and water create stability, strength and resilience. When out of balance, excess heaviness may show up as sluggishness, low motivation, congestion or resistance to change.
What Supports Kapha
Invigorating, warming, and stimulating practices help balance Kapha. Dynamic yoga, breathwork, and movement that builds heat and momentum bring in the activating qualities of fire and air.
Best Foods for Kapha
Kapha benefits from foods that are light, warming and stimulating.
Favor:
Light, cooked vegetables
Legumes and beans
Warm spices (ginger, black pepper, turmeric)
Smaller, regular meals
Bitter and astringent tastes (greens, sprouts)
Limit:
Heavy, creamy or oily foods
Excess sugar
Large meals late at night
Cold foods and drinks
Supportive Daily Practices for Kapha
Daily movement (even when motivation is low)
Dynamic or heat-building yoga
Energizing breathwork
Vary routines to prevent stagnation
Wake up early
Seek inspiration and gentle challenges
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