Vata, Pitta, Kapha? What does that mean?

Ayurveda is an ancient holistic healing system from India that focuses on balance between body, mind, and soul. Central to Ayurveda are the doshas, three fundamental energies present in every person: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Each person has a unique combination of these doshas, forming their natural constitution.

The Three Doshas

Vata – Movement & Creativity

Elements: Ether and Air

Balanced: Energetic, creative, enthusiasticImbalanced: Anxiety, insomnia, constipation, dry skin

Pitta – Transformation & Metabolism

Elements: Fire and Water

Balanced: Sharp mind, strong digestion, focusedImbalanced: Irritability, inflammation, heartburn, rashes

Kapha – Stability & Structure

Elements: Earth and Water

Balanced: Calm, nurturing, groundedImbalanced: Lethargy, weight gain, congestion, depression

Lifestyle for Dosha Balance

Maintaining dosha balance involves specific diet, lifestyle, and herbs.

• Vata: Warm, nourishing food and routine

• Pitta: Cooling foods and calm environment

• Kapha: Light, dry foods and stimulating activity

Mesology & Ayurveda

Mesology combines Western medical knowledge with traditional healing systems like Ayurveda. During a mesological consultation, the practitioner assesses your energetic constitution, symptoms, and imbalances, including those of the doshas. Treatment includes personalized nutrition, herbs, and lifestyle strategies.

Mesology also acknowledges the microbiome as key to health. Ayurvedically, a disturbed microbiome may reflect dosha imbalance: Vata (dryness), Pitta (inflammation), or Kapha (mucus). The mesologist helps restore both gut and energetic balance holistically.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How does Mesology apply Ayurveda?

   Mesologists use Ayurvedic insights, including doshas, to personalize diagnosis and treatment.

   
   

2. How do I know my dosha?

   Your dosha is determined in a consult through questionnaires, pulse diagnosis, and observation.

   
   

3. What’s the connection between microbiome and doshas?

   Microbiome imbalances can manifest as dosha-specific symptoms, like constipation (Vata), reflux (Pitta), or congestion (Kapha).

   
   

4. Can Mesology help with gut issues?

   Yes. Mesology addresses the microbiome, energetic flow, diet, and inflammation to restore balance.

   
   

5. How can I support my microbiome through Ayurveda?

   With fiber-rich foods, herbs like triphala or turmeric, and lifestyle changes based on your dosha type.

Curious about your dosha or microbiome health?Book a consultation to explore your constitution, digestive health, and personalized advice through Mesology.