Ayurvedic Medicine: Anti-toxification vs Detoxific

By Scott Gerson • August 18th, 2006 • 17169 Views

Vata Types. Physically, Vata-type individuals are usually thin and angular physiques, love to be on the move, and have curly or frizzy hair. They can be either taller or shorter than average. Their skin has a gray or bluish tone and can have lines around the eyes and mouth. Air people tend to forget things easily, though they are by nature bright and creative. Their flow of energy tends to be unsteady, and they often are attracted to stimulants such as sugar and caffeine, to maintain their energy.

Pitta Types. These individuals are attractive and have medium-sized physiques. Although a redhead definitely has Pitta characteristics, Pitta types may also have blond, light brown, or prematurely gray hair. Pitta types have oily skin and hair. Their skin may have a yellowish or reddish tint to it. Pitta people tend to be ambitious, driven people, comparable to stereotypical Type A personalities of Western psychologists. They tend to be intense and aggressive individuals who are naturally drawn to positions of leadership and responsibility. Indeed, fire types have an affinity for adversity and challenge and often seek it out. They may be prone to abuse alcohol, drugs, and hot spices in an unconscious effort to infuse their lives (and meals) with intensity and flavor.

Kapha Types. Physically, Kapha types tend to have larger and more solid physiques, sometimes with a tendency to be overweight. They often have big eyes and beautiful dark hair. Their skin is generally healthy, with rosy complexions and their teeth are white and straight. Thickly built, water types tend to have a steady supply of energy and an easy-going disposition. Because of a love of food and a tendency towards heaviness, water types benefit from eating lightly and getting plenty of exercise. Unfortunately, water types especially have an affinity for heavy and sweet foods like ice cream, breads and pasta. Kapha types also have a relative aversion to physical exertion, preferring to relax and enjoy life.

Table 2. Characteristics of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha Types

VataType

Light, thin physique

Tends toward dry skin

Moves and performs activities quickly

Aversion to cold temperature

Quick to grasp new information, also quick to forget

Tendency toward worry and nervousness

Can experience constipation

Light or interrupted sleep

Irregular eating times and habits

Talkative

Enjoys being active but can tire easily...

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Dr. Scott Gerson was born in New York City where he was raised and attended elementary and secondary school. At an early age he became interested simultaneously in the subjects pertaining to consciousness, science, and Eastern...