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Ayurveda For Detox : An Ancient Approach !

The concept of  detoxifying  the body has become popular in the modern era. But if we take a closer look, we’ll find that Ayurvedic vaidyas have been touting the benefits detoxification for thousands of years. Unlike modern detoxification goals, however, when using Ayurveda for  detox , you are not limited to the digestive system and body — to function smoothly, effectively, and without impairment, the body, mind, and spirit must all be in harmony. Ama ,  Agni  and  Detoxification If we look at digestion through an Ayurvedic lens, we would understand that finding balance through the right kinds of foods, a centered lifestyle, and de-stressing techniques would all contribute to good health. The Sanskrit word for this harmonious state is  Agni , the first word written in the Vedas. Its antithesis is  Ama , which points to a toxic buildup. Ama results not only from dietary issues, but also from emotional, mental, and spiritual imbalances. Fortunately, Ayurveda has a prescription that has
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Simple Dosha quiz


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I’m going to ask you some questions to help you determine your current Doshic balance. Remember, you are not entirely one Dosha but rather a combination of all three in varying amounts. This quiz helps you determine your primary, secondary, and tertiary Doshas. 

Try to answer these questions honestly, rather than how you wish you were. If you have a difficult time answering these questions, ask a friend or loved one who knows you well to help you. They might be able to answer more objectively for you. The goal, however, is to know thyself.


1.           Which most accurately describes your body?

a.          Naturally thin, lanky, slender

b.         Medium built, good muscular build

c.          Curvy, bigger built

2.            How easily do you gain weight?

a.          Next to impossible; have to remember to eat to try not to lose any more weight

b.         Moderately; can lose or gain weight if I really try and can put on muscle easily

c.          Too easily; put on weight just by looking at food and have a hard time losing it 

3.           What are your eyes like?

a.          On the smaller side and actively moving

b.         Have a penetrating, deep gaze

c.          Big and beautiful

4.            What is your skin like?

a.          Tends to get dry, quite thin, has visible veins

b.         Oily, acne-prone, has a reddish tint

c.          Moist, smooth, thick, combination

5.           What is your hair like?

a.          Dry, frizzy, prone to split ends and breakage

b.         Fine, oily, tendency toward thinning or graying

c.          Thick, abundant, more on the oily side

6.            What are your joints like?

a.          Prominent, tend to crack, often aching, injury-prone

b.         Flexible, agile

c.          Large, well padded

7.           What is your digestion like?

a.          Variable—sometimes good, sometimes bad

b.         Strong and powerful

c.          Slow and weak

8.            What is your elimination like?

a.          Tends toward constipation

b.         Regular, tends toward loose stools

c.          Thick, long, sluggish

9.           Which digestive imbalances do you feel most?

a.          Bloating and gas

b.         Heartburn and acidic stomach

c.          Heaviness after eating and water retention

10.             How is your body temperature?

a.          Always cold; prefer hot weather

b.         Usually warm; prefer cool weather

c.          Pretty adaptable; don’t like cold, wet weather though

11.            What is your temperament like?

a.          Enthusiastic, vivacious, creative

b.         Driven, passionate, ambitious

c.          Easy-going, giving, patient

12.             What are your negative traits?

a.          Anxious, fearful, and/or nervous

b.         Competitive, aggressive, and/or impatient

c.          Lonely, depressed, and/or jealous

13.            How do you sleep?

a.          Difficulty falling asleep, wake up often

b.         Moderate and sound

c.          Deep and long

14.            How is your memory?

a.          Quick to remember, quick to forget

b.         Medium but accurate with facts

c.          Hard time remembering but then sustained

15.            How are you with money and material possessions?

a.          Impulsive shopper; buy things and forget about them

b.         Calculated shopper; spend on luxuries that are worth it

c.          Hoarder; have a hard time letting things go  

16. What subjects are you most drawn toward?

a.          The arts, spirituality, philosophy, literature, big-picture stuff

b.         Business, science, law, engineering, calculated stuff

c.          Counseling, teaching, human resources, care-giving, hands-on stuff

 

Dosha Quiz Results

Now count how many a, b, and c answers you got. A answers represent Vata (air&ether). B answers represent Pitta (fire&water). C answers represent Kapha (earth&water).

The Dosha with the highest number is your primary Dosha. The Dosha with the second-highest number is your secondary Dosha. The Dosha with the lowest number is your tertiary Dosha. You may be about the same in two different categories, and that’s totally fine. Most of us are dual- Doshas and our secondary Dosha changes throughout the course of our lives, according to our diet, age, season, exercise level, and many other factors.

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