[et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="3.19.3" custom_padding="0|0px|0|0px|false|false"][et_pb_row custom_padding="19.875px|0px|0|0px|false|false" _builder_version="3.19.3"][et_pb_column type="4_4" _builder_version="3.19.3" parallax="off" parallax_method="on"][et_pb_post_title date="off" featured_image="off" _builder_version="3.19.3" title_font="||||||||" meta_font="||||||||" meta_font_size="14px"][/et_pb_post_title][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built="1" _builder_version="3.19.3" custom_padding="0|0px|0|0px|false|false"][et_pb_row custom_padding="15px|0px|19.875px|0px|false|false" _builder_version="3.19.3"][et_pb_column type="2_3" _builder_version="3.19.3" parallax="off" parallax_method="on"][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.19.3" inline_fonts="Raleway"]<h6 class="p1"><strong><span style="font-family: Raleway;"><span class="s1">The Tri-Dosha concept, Vata Pitta and Kapha. </span><span class="s1">A system used in Ayurveda to collect relevant information about an individual. This concept helps to create a plan for treatment.</span></span></strong></h6>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">In this article, we will talk about what <strong>dosha</strong> is. The three doshas;<strong> Vata, Pitta</strong> and <strong>Kapha</strong> and what are the <em>qualities</em> of each dosha that makes you unique. How the <em>Tri-Dosha concept</em> is used in <strong>Ayurveda?</strong></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">According to <a href="https://www.kahlmah.com/what-is-ayurveda/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Ayurveda</strong></a>, we are made up of substances that <em>sustain</em> and <em>maintain</em> our body and these substances are the three doshas <strong><g class="gr_ gr_13 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace" id="13" data-gr-id="13">vata</g>, pitta,</strong> and <strong><g class="gr_ gr_14 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace" id="14" data-gr-id="14">kaph</g></strong><g class="gr_ gr_14 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_disable_anim_appear ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace" id="14" data-gr-id="14">a</g>. Although, the three doshas not only sustain and maintain us, but it also gives us our <strong>unique identity.</strong></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">All three doshas are present in the body. However, one or any combination <strong>may be dominant</strong> than the other. </span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The <strong>dominant dosha</strong> determines <strong>who you are</strong>, your <em>likes</em> and <em>dislikes</em>. And also, how your <strong>body</strong> and <strong>mind</strong> are likely to react from the <em>external</em> and <em>internal</em> environment.</span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>Dosha</strong> is like our DNA. <em>The default setting of our being.</em></span></p>
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<h1 class="p1"><span class="s1">The Tri-Dosha Concept Vata, Pitta, and Kapha</span></h1>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Each dosha has unique qualities represented by their <strong>core elements.</strong></span></p>
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<h2 class="p1"><span class="s1">Vata</span></h2>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><em>Vata</em> has the element of <strong>air</strong> and <strong>ether</strong>. It has the qualities of air such as dry, light, cold, rough, subtle, mobile, and clear.</span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Biologically, it <strong>controls movement</strong> in the body. From breathing, blinking, blood flow, movement of cells, movement of waste products and many more. <em>Vata</em> also controls any process that<strong> involves movement</strong> inside the body.</span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">A person with predominant<strong> Vata qualities</strong> appears to be thin, slender, they like to be light and they have an irregular appetite. Their minds are<strong> quick and imaginative</strong>. </span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Although they have a short-term memory, their <strong>memory is photographic.</strong></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><em>Vata</em> people are <strong>very creative</strong> given their imaginative mind. However they <strong>can be insecure</strong>, most of the time lacks willpower. they are easy to become <em>panicky</em> and <em>anxious</em>. </span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><em>Pitta</em> carries the element of <strong>fire</strong> and <strong>water</strong>. With fire as the most <strong>dominating element</strong>. It has the qualities; oily, sharp, hot, light, mobile, and liquid.</span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">It is mainly responsible for <strong>digestion</strong> and all <strong>metabolic processes. </strong></span><span style="font-size: 20px;">It also controls </span><strong style="font-size: 20px;">body temperature</strong><span style="font-size: 20px;">. </span></p>
<p class="p1">Most importantly<span style="font-size: 20px;"> it has greater influence in developing </span><strong style="font-size: 20px;">intellect</strong><span style="font-size: 20px;"> and </span><strong style="font-size: 20px;">cognition</strong><span style="font-size: 20px;">, which is why people with pitta dominant dosha generally do well in school.</span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">A  <em>Pitta</em> dominant person is medium build, with sharp looking eyes, shiny hair and has good skin. <em>Pitta</em> people have a good appetite and have a <strong>fast metabolism</strong>.</span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Because they have so much fire in them, they can become intolerant and <strong>easy to get angry</strong> mostly because they like things to be <g class="gr_ gr_19 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling multiReplace" id="19" data-gr-id="19">organised</g>. </span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><em>Kapha</em> is formed of the elements <strong>water</strong> and <strong>earth</strong>. Its attributes include being oily, cold, heavy, dull, sticky, can be soft or firm.</span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">This dosha primarily gives <strong>support</strong> and <strong>substance</strong> to the body. Its biological functions include giving strength, stability, provides moisture and lubricates the joints. </span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">It is also responsible for <strong>retention of memory.</strong></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">But what really stands out about <em><g class="gr_ gr_25 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling" id="25" data-gr-id="25">kapha</g></em> is that it has the ability of <strong>calmness.</strong> People dominated by this dosha are patient, loving, forgiving and they have that <strong>motherly nature</strong> in them. </span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">These are the people that like to <em>give and are selfless.</em></span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">A <em><g class="gr_ gr_26 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace" id="26" data-gr-id="26">kapha</g></em> person generally appears to be round, large build. Quite chunky with thick dark hair. They have stable gait. Their skin is smooth and cool but can become oily.</span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Like <g class="gr_ gr_22 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace" id="22" data-gr-id="22">pitta</g>, <em><g class="gr_ gr_23 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace" id="23" data-gr-id="23">kapha</g></em> people are <strong>organized</strong> and they have <strong>strong willpower</strong>. And because they are <strong>calm</strong> and <strong>relaxed</strong> they tend to like long-term planning which can be a disadvantage at times because <em><g class="gr_ gr_24 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace" id="24" data-gr-id="24">kapha</g></em> people are the laziest among the 3 doshas.</span></p>
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<h2 class="p1"><span class="s1">How is the Tri-Dosha concept used it Ayurveda?</span></h2>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The <strong>Tri-dosha concept</strong> is a very important tool in <a href="https://www.kahlmah.com/what-is-ayurveda/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>Ayurveda</em></a>. This is a unique method to see the natural <strong>qualities of a person</strong>. And a tool to assess signs and symptoms unique to the particular dosha. </span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Doshas <g class="gr_ gr_17 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace" id="17" data-gr-id="17">vata</g><em>, pitta, and </em><g class="gr_ gr_18 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling" id="18" data-gr-id="18">kapha</g> are subject to <strong>physiological changes</strong>. They can <em>increase</em>, <em>decrease</em> or affect one another. This is when <strong>imbalances occur</strong> and can cause illness to the body.</span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">With the knowledge of the doshas, the <em>Ayurvedic practitioner</em> will determine the imbalanced dosha. This will be done by examining the signs and symptoms and which dosha it represents.</span></p>
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<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The practitioner then creates a plan of treatment. The treatment will involve primarily on <strong>balancing digestion</strong> and <em>decreasing</em> the <em>increased</em> dosha and vice versa. Also manipulating the other doshas to achieve a <strong>general state of balance.</strong></span></p>
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