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Vata Dosha
Vata constitutions are prone to Vata imbalance which can manifest as worry, stress, anxiety, invariable digestion, sleep disturbances, constipation, fluctuating emotions, and dry skin.
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Vata when in harmony manifests as highly creative, sociable, light-hearted, flexible, go-with-the-flow attitude, open-minded, active, and lively. Vata's are great conversationalists and enjoy novel experience.
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Vata is a combination of air + ether elements. The primary function of vata is movement.
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Factors that aggravate vata: travel, eating on the go, watching violent or disturbing shows, too many raw veggies (fruits are okay), processed foods, emotional eating.
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To balance vata follow these general guidelines:
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Eat regular meals
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Favor sweet fruits,
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Choose warm, unctuous, hydrating, nourishing soupy foods like stews and kitchedri
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Use healthy fats like ghee
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Avoid raw, cold foods
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Practice daily abhyanga (self-massage) with sesame oil and essential oils like Frankincense.
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Engage in regular ritual and rhythm
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Practice meditation and breathing
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Find community
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Slow down thinking
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Choose exercises that are grounding and muscle building like walking, yin yoga, swimming, hiking, and lifting weights. Avoid overly strenuous activities like running marathons or HIIT training.
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