5000 years ago Ayurveda was originated in India. To optimize the emotional, physical and spiritual health, you will have to follow certain diet plan. Ayurveda consider three different body types comes under Doshas : Vata, Pitta and Kapha. The set of characteristics possessed by every dosha is very unique.

The Kapha Dosha is largest part of the body type. Wide shoulders, good physical stamina and heavy wavy hair. Mentally, this types tend to learn slowly but they have very good memories.

The Pitta Dosha people have medium physics. They enjoy high energy levels but have tendency of pre-mature gray hair. They also possessed strong digestion and have strong mental stability.

The third is Vita Dosha people have difficulty in gaining weight. Physically they are thin and have strong bone structure. Mentally they are very creative and have fast learning power.

How to balance the Doshas : –

Vata

 Signs of imbalance Vata

• Weight Loss
• Anxious
• Constipation
• Craving warmth
• Dehydration
• Disturbed sleep
• Continuous viral infection

Food to Balance Vata

• In take steamed starchy and boiled vegetables.
• Warm milk
• Ripe fruit
• Herbal tea
• Soupy grains

Pitta

Signs of imbalance Pitta

• Profuse sweating
• Over-eating
• Heartburn
• Violent dreams
• Continuous bacterial infection
• Diarrhea
• Excessive hunger

Food to Balance Pitta

• In take raw vegetables
• Less amount of dairy products
• Sweet fruits
• Herbal tea
• Soupy grains

Kapha

Signs of imbalance Kapha

• Craving warmth and spicy food
• Water retention
• Weight gain
• Sluggish bowls
• Excessive sleep

 Food to Balance Kapha

• Ripe fruits
• Grains
• Honey instead of sugar
• Fat free buttermilk
• Boiled, steamed and raw vegetables
• Herbal tea

Ayurvedic rules of eating

• Only eat when you feel hunger
• It’s important to eat in a comfortable and calm place
• Intake warm meals
• Intake the meal in right quantity
• Don’t day dream while eating
• Eating quality food is a must
• Don’t eat very fast
• Eat at regular intervals