Please print out this test and check the response that best describes you (not every part of an answer must apply). After you are finished add your total for each dosha. The highest score is most likely your dosha, although a detailed analysis is required to properly determine your dosha. Most people are a combination of scores for example "vata-pitta, pitta-kapha" you may also become out of balance due to weather, stress, diet.
Vata – If the shoe fits, buy one in every color.
Pitta – Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.
Kapha – How beautiful it is to do nothing, and then rest.
VATA Dosha |
PITTA Dosha |
KAPHA Dosha |
Slim, fine boned |
Medium, athletic build |
Heavy boned, curvy |
Thin, fine skin texture |
Soft and glowing skin |
Thick, soft skin |
Cool to the touch |
Warm to the touch |
Cool to the touch |
Tends to feel dry-tight |
Neither dry or oily, except “t” zone (oily nose, chin, forehead |
Moist somewhat oily |
Can have flaky patches |
Rose peach toned skin |
Relatively large pores |
Have lively, darting eyes |
Have intense, sparkly eyes |
Have a calm, soft gaze |
Talk a lot |
Ask a lot of precise questions |
Say little but think deeply |
Have a poor memory |
Remember dates and figures |
Great memory |
Prone to worry and fear |
Prone to angry outbursts |
Prone to depression |
Hate cold |
Hate heat with humidity |
Hate cloud and damp |
Energized by sunshine |
Thrive by being out in nature |
Enjoy medium heat |
Spend easily, love sales |
Only buy top of the line items |
Save money easily |
Easily over-extend myself |
Work hard and play hard |
Enjoy rest and quiet |
Often late |
Always early or on time |
Prefer regular time schedules |
Carry hand lotion or Chap Stick |
Wear sunglasses, glasses or contacts |
Carry a large purse full of useful things and pictures |
Am attracted to touch, feel and hold things |
Aware of cleanliness,
colors and design |
Sensitive to aromas and comforts |
Love to travel |
Need to be in charge |
Prefer to be left alone |
Creative and sensitive |
Intelligent and courageous |
Strong willed and caring |
Often forget to eat meals |
Love gourmet foods |
Comfort food eater |
Dry, coarser hair |
Silky, straight hair |
Thick, heavy hair |
Sleep poorly |
Have colorful dreams |
Sleep easily |
Like fine and soft fabrics |
Like expensive jewelry |
Like homey accessories |
Behave like a hummingbird |
Behave like an eagle |
Behave like a swan |
Shop for fun, especially shoes |
Enjoy reading, movies and outdoor sports |
Have no problem relaxing at home |
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Vatta Dosha
Pitta Dosha
Kapha Dosha
If you are still unsure as to what your main dosha is,
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