Cucina Ayurveda

Body Type

to determine your body type

To discover your Ayurvedic constitution (Prakriti), select the quality in each row that best describes you. If more than one characteristic describes you, select all that apply.
The Dosha with the highest score is considered your predominant Dosha.
Very often two Doshas have equal or almost equal scores; this indicates a dual constitution.
More rarely, all three Doshas may have similar scores, indicating a Tridoshic constitution.
This test should in all cases be considered indicative only. We therefore recommend consulting a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for a more thorough assessment of your Ayurvedic constitution.

Observations

Vata

Pitta

Kapha

Body Frame

Thin, bony, tall or short Medium, balanced Large, broad

Weight

Low Moderate Heavy

Skin

Dry, rough, cool, dull Soft, oily, warm, ruddy Thick, moist, cold, pale

Hair

Dark, dry, curly Soft, oily, fair/red Thick, oily, wavy

Teeth

Protruding, big, uneven Moderate, yellowish Strong, even, white

Nose

Irregular shape, deviated septum Long, pointed, reddish tip Short, rounded, small

Eyes

Small, dull, dry, nervous Sharp, penetrating Big, thick lashes

Lips

Dry, cracked, dark colored Red, inflamed, yellowish Thin, oily, pale, whitish

Chin

Sharp, angular Tapered, narrow Rounded, double chin

Neck

Thin, long Medium Thick, folded

Nails

Rough, dry, brittle, bitten Soft, pink, strong Soft, large, white

Chest

Flat, sunken Normal Large, rounded

Abdomen

Thin, flat, sunken Normal Large, prominent

Navel

Small, irregular, herniated Oval, shallow Large, deep, round, stretched

Hips

Slender, narrow Medium Heavy, broad

Joints

Cold, prone to cracking Normal Large, well lubricated

Appetite

Variable, small Good, regular Slow and steady

Thirst

Variable Excessive Minimal

Elimination

Dry, hard, constipated Soft, oily, loose Thick, heavy, slow

Urine

Frequent but sparse Yellow, copious Infrequent, average

Sweat

Minimal Profuse, pungent in odor Slow to begin, heavy

Pulse

Weak, erratic Stable, strong Slow, smooth

Circulation

Variable, poor, sluggish Good Moderate

Sleep

Light, disturbed, minimal Sound, moderate Heavy, excessive

Speech

Rapid, high or hoarse voice Sharp, cutting, loud Slow, harmonious

Libido

Varies, directed in fantasy Passionate, excessive Slow but strong, loyal

Immunity

Variable, poor Moderate High

Activity

High, restless, mobile Moderate, directed Minimal, slow

Endurance

Minimal Moderate Excellent

Mind

Restless, curious Aggressive, clever Calm, slow

Memory

Short term Sharp, good Long term

Routine

Dislikes Enjoys planning Adaptable, tolerates

Faith

Erratic, changeable Fanatical Steady, devoted

Dreams

Frequent, fearful Fiery, violent, vivid Romantic, calm

Opinions/Moods

Variable, fluctuate Expresses forcefully Changes slowly

Finances

Poor, spends rapidly Moderate, buys luxuries Rich, thrifty

Hobbies

Travel, art, philosophy Sports, politics, luxuries Serene, leisurely types

Food

Simple, sparse, snacks Requires regular meals Gourmet, luxury, fatty

Taste Preferences

Sweet, sour, salty Sweet, bitter, astringent Bitter, pungent, astringent

Digestion

Irregular, gas formation Fast, causes heartburn Slow, mucus formation

Creativity

Original, fertile Technical, scientific Entrepreneurial

Sensitivities

Cold, wind, dryness Heat, sun, fires Cold, damp, humidity

Temperament

Nervous, insecure, shy Determined, motivated Conservative, resilient