Prakriti (Dosha) Test

Lean, prominent joints, hard to gain weight Medium, athletic, consistent weight Heavier, curvy, easy to gain weight

Anxious, jittery or worried Angry, frustrated or impatient Calm, slow to react or withdrawn

Bursts followed by crashes Strong and sustained Steady but slow-starting

Light, irregular or interrupted Soundly, but short is okay Deep, long and hard to wake

Dry, rough or easily cool Sensitive, reddish or warm Smooth, thick or slightly oily

Irregular, variable, prone to gas Strong, must eat when hungry Slow, steady, can skip meals

Fast but changes mind often Precise, analytical and firm Slow, careful and steady

Hands and feet often cold Always warm, perspire easily Averse to cold/damp, stable

Quick to learn, quick to forget Medium speed, sharp memory Slow to learn, never forgets

Dry, frizzy or curly Fine, soft or early-thinning Thick, lustrous or wavy

Fast and talkative; voice may crack Sharp, precise and persuasive Slow, measured, deep and soft

Quickly and lightly With purpose and a firm step Slowly and steadily

Cold, dry and windy Hot and humid Cold and damp

Prominent, and they crack Loose and flexible, medium build Large, well-cushioned and sturdy

Little, even in heat Profusely, with a strong odour Moderately and steadily

Flying, running, anxious Vivid, colourful, full of conflict Few, calm, watery or romantic

Spend quickly, often on impulse Spend on quality and on status Save carefully, reluctant to spend

Small and active, often dry Medium and sharp, sensitive to light Large, calm and moist

Dry, brittle or ridged Pink, soft and flexible Thick, strong and smooth

Scatter, and start several things at once Push harder and take charge Carry on steadily and resist change