Dosha Quiz

What is a Dosha?

According to Ayurveda, each of us has a unique mix of three mind/body principles, which creates our specific mental and physical characteristics. These three principles are called doshas. Most of us have one or two doshas, which are most dominant in our nature, with the remaining one(s) less expressed.

What are the 3 Doshas?

The three doshas are known as: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. To find out your dominant dosha, take the Dosha Quiz below.

1. Frame
I have a large or stocky build.
I am thin and slender with prominent joints and lean muscles.
I have a medium, symmetrical build with good muscle development.

2. Skin
My skin is moist and oily.
My skin is dry and rough.
My skin is warm, reddish in color and easily irritated.

3. Hair
My hair is thick and wavy.
My hair is fine, thin, or prematurely gray.
My hair is dry, brittle or frizzy.

4. Eyes
My eyes are small and active.
I have large pleasant eyes.
I have a penetrating gaze.

5. Joints
My joints are thin, prominent and have a tendency to crack
My joints are loose and flexible.
My joints are large, well knit and firm.

6. Body Temperature
I am usually warm, regardless of the season, and prefer cooler environments.
My hands and feet are usually cold and I prefer warm environments.
I am adaptable to most temperatures but do not like cold, wet days.

7. Under Stress
I become anxious or worried.
I become withdrawn or depressed.
I become irritable, intense, or aggressive.

8. Sleep
My sleep is deep and long. I tend to awaken slowly in the morning.
I am a light sleeper with a tendency to awaken easily.
I am a moderately sound sleeper, usually needing less than eight hours to feel rested.

9. My least favorite type of weather is
Damp weather
Cold weather
Hot weather

10. Weight loss
I maintain my weight easily
I gain weight easily
I tend to lose weight easily.

11. Appetite
On a daily basis, my appetite varies and I have delicate digestion.
I feel uncomfortable if I skip a meal and I can eat almost anything.
I like to eat, but can skip meals easily. I have a slow digestion.

12. Bowel Movements
Tend to be hard with occasional constipation.
Tend to be well formed with occasional constipation.
Tend to be loose with occasional diarrhea.

13. Personality
I am lively and enthusiastic by nature. I like change.
I am easy going and caring. I like to support others.
I am purposeful and intense. I like being efficient.

14. Activity
I enjoy activity that has a purpose, especially competitive.
I like to be active and it can be hard to sit still.
I like leisurely activities.

15. Walk
I walk slow and steady at a leisurely pace.
I have a determined walk.
I walk quickly.

16. Moods
My moods change quickly.
My moods change slowly
My moods are mostly steady

17. Memory
I learn slowly but have a good long-term memory.
I have a good memory.
I learn quickly and forget quickly.

18. Organization
I am good at getting things started, but not at getting things done.
I am very organized and can focus on a project from start to finish.
I need help getting things started, but I am good at seeing things to the finish.