What is Ayurveda?

Ayurveda is an old Indian health system which treats the whole person working holistically, combining nutrition, herbal remedies, yoga and massage. It will revolutionize not only what you eat, but when; it will change your lifestyle patterns, depending on the season; it will recognize your dominant body type of either vata, pitta or kapha (tri-dosha’s) and prescribe treatment specific to your individual needs.

learn more about the doshas (body types)

Vata means 'to move' or 'to enthuse.' Vata people have alert minds, a refreshing imagination, and a lot of energy, but they can burn out quickly through over activity. Arthritis, constipation, abnormal blood pressure, rheumatic pains and mental problems are all signs of a disturbed vata.

Pitta means 'to cook' or 'to burn.' Pitta people are skilful and bright. They also get easily offended and can be domineering. If you know someone who is prone to a hot and sweaty body, and whose hair went grey early, it is more than likely they are a pitta. Other signs of a pita-dominance are a fiery temper, and any burning sensations.

Kapha means 'to stick' or 'keep together.' Generally stable and patient, Kapha people are laid back and not easily provoked, but once enraged; it takes some time to calm them down again. Signs that a kapha dosha needs rebalancing are flabby muscles, slow talking, laziness, and feeling run down.