PRAKRUTI ANALYSIS
Please read each of the statements and score them individually ranging from 0-5 (Least likely = 0 Most likely = 5). Add up the scores for each section – Vata, Pitta and Kapha and analyse the final scores to find your predominant dosha.
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VATA
I am slim and don’t gain weight easily.
My appetite is irregular
I have an erratic lifestyle
I am a dreamer and don’t usually finish projects.
I have irregular bowel movements and am prone to constipation.
I get cold hands and feet.
I am talkative.
I get anxious and worried easily.
I am creative and like to express myself creatively.
I prefer warm weather.
My skin is cool, rough and dry.
I am not very strong and lose stamina easily.
I walk quickly.
I am a light sleeper
I learn easily but I also forget easily.
I get a lot of wind!
I am moody!
I find it difficult to make decisions.
I have short bursts of energy.
My menstrual cycles are irregular and I have period pains with associated headaches.
PITA
My dreams are in colour.
I eliminate my food quickly through my gut.
I have a good memory.
I grasp things very well.
I prefer cooler climates.
I can be bossy and forceful.
I become irritable if I skip a meal.
I eat quite a lot!
I sleep soundly.
I have regular bowel movements.
I have good stamina for physical activities.
I am a perfectionist.
I don’t like hot environments.
I sweat a lot.
People consider me very stubborn and I get angry very easily.
I criticise others and myself easily.
I have a very busy life.
I have a medium build.
My eyes are sharp and bright.
I like ice creams and cold drinks.
KAPHA
I am of big build.
I am muscular.
I prefer warm weather.
My hair is thick and lustrous.
My appetite is good and I enjoy food.
I learn slowly, but I have a good long-term memory.
I have slow digestion; this makes me feel heavy after a meal.
I walk with slow, measured steps.
I like a relaxed life.
I have regular bowel movements.
When I menstruate I have regular, normal periods.
I gain weight easily – people call me plump!
I have a pleasant voice.
I am calm by nature.
I love sleeping and sleep deeply.
My skin is cool and oily.
I don’t like cold weather.
I am good-natured and nothing seems to bother me.
I am possessive.
I wake up slowly and I don’t like waking up!