What is your body type? (Ayurveda Dosha)

Frame:

I am thin, lanky, and slender with prominent joints and thin muscles

I have a medium, symmetrical build with good muscle development.

I have a large, round or stocky build. My frame is broad, stout or thick.

Weight:

Low; I may forget to eat or have a tendency to lose weight.

Moderate; it is easy for me to gain or lose weight if I put my mind to it.

Heavy; I gain weight easily and have difficulty losing it.

Eyes:

My eyes are small and active.

I have a penetrating gaze.

I have large pleasant eyes.

Complexion:

My skin is dry, rough or thin.

My skin is warm, reddish in color and prone to irritation.

My skin is, thick, moist, and smooth.

Hair:

My hair is dry, brittle or frizzy.

My hair is fine with a tendency towards early thinning or graying.

I have abundant, thick and oily hair.

Joints:

My joints are thin and prominent and have a tendency to crack.

My joints are loose and flexible.

My joints are large, well knit and padded.

Sleep Pattern:

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.

My sleep is deep and long. I tend to awaken slowly in the morning.

Body Temperature

My hands and feet are usually cold and I prefer warm environments.

I am usually warm, regardless of the season, and prefer cooler environments.

I am adaptable to most temperatures but do not like cold, wet days.

Temperament:

I am lively and enthusiastic by nature. I like to change.

I am purposeful and intense. I like to convince.

I am easy going and accepting. I like to support.

Under stress:

I become anxious and/or worried.

I become irritable and/or aggressive.

I become withdrawn and/or reclusive.

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