Concept
Dosha
Doṣaदोष· DOH-shahthat which can cause trouble; bio-energy
In Ayurveda, the doshas are three bio-energies — Vata, Pitta and Kapha — whose balance shapes each person's constitution and health.
Vata governs movement, Pitta transformation and Kapha structure. Ayurvedic yoga and diet are often tailored to a person's dominant dosha.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the three doshas?
- Vata (air/movement), Pitta (fire/transformation) and Kapha (earth-water/structure). Their balance, in Ayurveda, underlies health and individual constitution.