What's your unique mind-body type?

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Quiz Questions

1.
Your frame
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- A.
  My frame is slight; slender; lean muscles
- B.
  My frame is moderate; good muscle development
- C.
  I have a larger frame; thicker set; rounder muscles
2.
Your weight
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- A.
  My weight is fairly consistent but I tend to lose weight when stressed
- B.
  I can gain or lose weight easily if I put my mind to it
- C.
  I gain weight easily and have difficulty losing it
3.
Your skin
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- A.
  My skin tends to be dry; rough; cold; and/ or I have prominent veins
- B.
  My skin tends to be warm; I have freckles; and/or I'm prone to acne or irritation
- C.
  My skin is thick; moist; cool; oily; and/or smooth
4.
Your body temperature
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- A.
  I get cold hands and feet often
- B.
  I'm usually warm or get hot flushes
- C.
  My body temperature is fairly consistent and adaptable
5.
Your hair
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- A.
  My hair is dry; brittle; and/or frizzy
- B.
  My hair is fine; red; and/or prone to premature baldness or early graying
- C.
  My hair is thick; strong; and/or shiny
6.
Your eyes
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- A.
  My eyes are small and active
- B.
  My eyes are moderate in size; and/or deep set
- C.
  My eyes are large with prominent eyelashes
7.
Your nails
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- A.
  My nails are brittle and/or rough
- B.
  My nails are soft and/or pink
- C.
  My nails are wide and/or strong
8.
Your appetite
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- A.
  My appetite is variable; I tend to get light headed when I'm hungry, or can forget to eat
- B.
  My appetite is high; I get irritable if I'm hungry ("hangry")
- C.
  My appetite is moderate but constant
9.
Your thirst
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- A.
  I don't tend to get overly thirsty
- B.
  I'm often thirsty and carry water with me wherever I go
- C.
  My thirst is moderate
10.
Your sleep
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- A.
  My sleep is usually light, with interruptions; I have a tendency towards insomnia
- B.
  My sleep is moderate - I usually need less than 8 hours to feel rested
- C.
  My sleep is usually long and deep - I tend to awaken slowly in the morning
11.
Your bowels
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- A.
  I tend to have hard, dry stools and can easily get constipation, gas or bloating
- B.
  I tend to have soft, loose stools and often go multiple times a day
- C.
  I have well formed, consistent stools
12.
Your speech
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- A.
  I speak quite quickly and move between topics
- B.
  My speech is purposeful and pointed
- C.
  I usually speak slowly and methodically
13.
Your sex drive
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  My sex drive is variable
- B.
  My sex drive is high and impulsive
- C.
  My sex drive is fairly constant
14.
Your mood
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- A.
  My mood and ideas are changeable; I have frequent ups and downs
- B.
  I experience strong moods; can be quick to anger then quick to move on
- C.
  My mood is pretty consistent; reliable; although I can be a silent sufferer
15.
Exercise preferences
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- A.
  I'm into cardio or anything fast paced - cycling, yoga flow, running, dancing etc.
- B.
  I'm into activities like fitness classes, weights training, boxing, team sports or swimming
- C.
  I prefer more leisurely activities like walking, riding my bike and gentle exercises
16.
Your weather preferences
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- A.
  I prefer warm climates, sun and/or humid weather
- B.
  I prefer cooler climates, well ventilated spaces
- C.
  Any weather provided it is not humid
17.
Your way of working
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- A.
  Spontaneous; multi-tasker; dislike routine and over planning
- B.
  Entrepreneurial; strong leadership qualities; planner
- C.
  Steady; consistent; I tend to work well when following a plan
18.
Your learning and memory
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- A.
  Fast to learn, quick to forget, creative
- B.
  Sharp, purposeful and clear
- C.
  Slow, steady, methodical
19.
Your response to stress
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- A.
  I tend to experience fear and anxiety under stress
- B.
  I tend to experience frustration, irritability or anger under stress
- C.
  I usually manage stress pretty well, or tend to withdraw
20.
What are you most appreciated for?
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  My adaptability and spontaneity - I can light up a room
- B.
  My leadership qualities, courage and motivation
- C.
  My friendly, compassionate and caring nature

Quiz Outcomes

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Vata dosha
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The Principle of Movement If you have an abundance of Vata you're likely to possess attributes that resemble the wind. Vata QualitiesCold, light, dry, changeable, irregular, rough and quick When Vata is in BalanceVata types are energetic, creative, adaptable and sociable people. They welcome new experiences, resist routine but show initiative When Vata is out of BalanceVata types tend towards mental agitation, anxiety, worry, inconsistency, insomnia, delicate digestion and constipation Nutrition and lifestyle tips for Vata types Favour sweet, salty, slightly spicy and sour tastes Eat at least 3 meals a day – favouring warm, cooked, easy to digest foods Create a grounding, consistent routine so you don’t get carried away in the ethers Avoid cold, windy weather and excess stimulation Practice slow yoga and meditation to ease the nervous system Try our VATA BALANCING Tea
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Pitta dosha
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The Principle of Transformation If you have an abundance of Pitta, you're more likely to have a fiery nature that manifests in both your body and your mind. Pitta QualitiesHot, light, penetrating, intense, pungent, sharp and acidic When Pitta is in BalancePitta types are passionate, bright, warm, precise, courageous, discriminating, good decision-makers and leaders When Pitta is out of BalancePitta types tend towards anger, irritability, being excessively critical or harsh, judgmental, aggressive or intimidating Nutrition and lifestyle tips for Pitta types Favour sweet, bitter and astringent tastes Eat cooler foods and liquids – Pittas have a stronger digestive fire and can digest heavier meals and raw foods Avoid coffee, alcohol, spicy, acidic and salty foods Practice moderate exercise and movement that is more self-reflective and soothing Meditate to cultivate calm and inner harmony Try our PITTA BALANCING Tea
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Kapha dosha
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The Principle of Nourishment If you have an abundance of Kapha you're typically more grounded and steady, remaining unruffled by, and sometimes resistant to, change. Kapha QualitiesCold, heavy, solid, stable, smooth, slow and steady When Kapha is in BalanceKapha types are easy-going, patient, thoughtful, stable, content, loving, supportive, consistent and loyal When Kapha is out of BalanceKapha types tend towards dullness, inertia, being needy, attached, congested, overweight or lazy Nutrition and Lifestyle Tips for Kapha types Favour spicy, bitter and astringent tastes Eat small portions of light, dry, warm foods Limit dairy products, dried fruits, nuts and salt Stay warm and avoid cold, damp conditions Practice stimulating exercise or movement such as cardio, yoga flow Meditate to refresh your mind and awaken new possibilities Try our KAPHA BALANCING Tea

What's your unique mind-body type?

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