Dosha Quiz (Test) Heal and Bloom

The first step in applying Ayurvedic principles and treatments to assist in any health conditions is to determine your constitutional body type (Prakriti) or Ayurveda body type. You can go ahead and take the dosha test by filling out the questionnaire below.

The Dosha Test questionnaire acts as a guideline to determining your constitutional type. However, to attain an accurate constitutional diagnosis it is best to consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner.

Dosha Questionnaire

The dosha test questionnaire is divided into three sections according to the doshas: vata, pitta and kapha. For each statement choose the answer which is most appropriate to you and how you have tended to be throughout your life rather than just at this present moment.

The results of the dosha test are calculated according to the following points allocation:

  • 1 = seldom applies to me
  • 2 = applies to me sometimes
  • 3 = applies to me most of the time

After completing the dosha quiz, your total scores for each dosha will be shown; the highest score will indicate your predominant dosha. If you have two predominant doshas, this means that you are bi-doshic (vata-pitta, pitta-vata, vata-kapha, kapha-vata, pitta-kapha, kapha-pitta), and if you have basically equal scores for each dosha then you are tri-doshic.

An Introduction – Doshas In Ayurveda

The word dosha comes from Sanskrit which means (the one which can pollute). In Ayurveda, there are three dominant doshas – Vata, Pitta and Kapha—linked to elements like air, fire, water, and earth. We all need the three doshas to create balance and harmony in our body. When doshas are balanced, we’re healthy and that innate state is called (Prakriti); when doshas are imbalanced, issues arise, which is referred to as (Vikriti). Since the doshas are linked with the 5 elements and these elements are present within us and nature, your doshas can become aggravated or imbalanced due to improper diet, change of seasons, climate or lifestyle, or due to presence of a disease in the body.

What Is Your Dosha?

To get a rough idea of what your dosha could be, you may take the dosha test. However, do remember that the dosha test is not the ultimate determiner of your dosha type. All three doshas are present in our bodies, and their imbalances can be determined by a proper examination of the eyes, nails, tongue, pulse, and even voice by an ayurvedic practitioner.



Please choose an answer for every question.

seldom applies applies sometimes most of the time
My body frame is light with prominent joints
I lose weight easily and find it hard to put it back on
My skin complexion is dull and varies in colour
I don't have a lot of hair and it is dry and wavy
My circulation is poor and I often have cold hands and feet
I prefer warm climates and sweat little
My appetite varies and I like warm food
I find it hard to fall asleep but have many dreams when I do
I tend to have gas and constipation
I move quickly and try to do many things at once
I tend to be chatty and speak quickly
I have a good imagination but become distracted easily
I learn new things quickly but forget them easily
I tend to be nervy and worry about things
I find it hard to concentrate
seldom applies applies sometimes most of the time
I have a medium size frame that is moderately developed
My weight is stable
My skin colour is yellowy, red or pink and warm in relation to other people of my race
My hair is thin, fine and light coloured in relation to other people of my race
My circulation is good and I generally feel warm
I enjoy cool climates and sweat profusely
I have a strong appetite and I like cool foods
I sleep well but not for long
I have regular bowel movements with a tendency to loose stools
I move calmly and am very focused
I am articulate, speaking clearly and precisely
I am able to focus easily and carry out plans fully
I learn quickly and have good mental retaining capacity
I become angry easily and can be critical
I have an intelligent and stable mind
seldom applies applies sometimes most of the time
I have a large and solid frame
I am heavy and gain weight easily
My skin is pale, smooth and soft
My hair is thick, soft and wavy
My circulation is slow and I tend to feel cool
I prefer warm climates and sweat moderately
I have low appetite and prefer warm food
I sleep deeply and enjoy sleeping for long periods but often feel lethargic when waking
I have slow bowel movements with solid and well formed stools
I move calmly and steadily
I speak slowly and methodically
I am slow to get started but have good mental stamina
I take time to learn but have good long term memory capacity
I can be possessive
I tend to be calm and content

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