AYURVEDA TEST

Ayurveda Dosha Quiz

This short quiz will give you a first taste of which Ayurvedic dosha(s) might be most present in your body and mind. Remember – most people are a blend of two or even all three doshas.

Circle or mark the option that feels most true for you.

1. My body type is usually:

a) Slim, light, finds it hard to gain weight
b) Medium build, gains or loses weight quite easily
c) Strong build, gains weight easily, steady and solid

2. My digestion is:

a) Irregular – sometimes strong, sometimes weak
b) Strong – I get hungry often and can't skip meals
c) Slow but steady – I can go without food for longer

3. My sleep is usually:

a) Light, I wake up easily
b) Medium, I usually sleep well but not too long
c) Deep and heavy, I love long sleep

4. My skin tends to be:

a) Dry, rough, cold
b) Warm, sensitive, sometimes prone to redness or acne
c) Oily, thick, smooth

5. Under stress, I usually feel:

a) Anxious, nervous, worried
b) Irritated, frustrated, angry
c) Withdrawn, heavy, unmotivated

6. My energy levels are:

a) Quick bursts, but I tire easily
b) Strong and determined, but I can burn out if I push too much
c) Steady and lasting, but I may get lazy

7. My personality is often described as:

a) Creative, flexible, enthusiastic, a quick thinker
b) Focused, ambitious, determined, a natural leader
c) Calm, kind, reliable, nurturing

Scoring

• Mostly a's → You have strong VATA qualities (air & ether).
• Mostly b's → You have strong PITTA qualities (fire & water).
• Mostly c's → You have strong KAPHA qualities (earth & water).

Many people are a combination (e.g. Vata-Pitta, Pitta-Kapha, or Tridoshic).