Taking this free quiz of your Lifestyle can help you discover signs and symptoms of imbalance.
When you are done you will be brought to a results page where you can view your imbalanced doshas & qualities from an ayurvedic perspective.
The results from this test will guide you to healthy food choices and recipes matching your personal, individual ayurvedic diet.
This test will take approximately ten minutes to fill.
Page 1: Please choose the symptoms you experience on a regular basis, or that were significant in the past.
Check the boxes that best describe your 'Home Conditions'
Check the boxes that best describe your 'Home Life'
Single
Single
Many people who lead single lives are malnourished and sleep deprived. Motivation to cook for one is often difficult.
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Divorced
Divorced
Communal relationship requires both submission and appreciation. Divorce replaces appreciation with bitterness, and submission with assertiveness. It especially wounds a women's ability to respect men, and a man's ability to cherish a...
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No children
No children
Spiritually, children warm the heart and show us the path to generosity as well as how to deal lovingly with distraction. Having a child also cleanses the reproductive organs, including the breast tissue. Raising children also places a significant...
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3+ children
3+ children
Ayurveda promotes fertility and the creation of life. However, multiple children depletes kidney energy and can create metabolic problems. That's why Ayurveda recommends a supportive diet and lifestyle for pregnant and post-partum mothers. If your...
Learn more about 3+ children .
Have a Cat
Have a Cat
Cat dander may cause allergies and infection with toxoplasma gondii.
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Have a Dog
Have a Dog
Dog dander may cause allergies.
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2+ pets in home
2+ pets in home
Many people are allergic to pet dander.
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Poor diet
Poor diet
In Ayurveda, beliefs govern behavior. Behavior governs routine. Routine governs diet. Diet rules digestion. Digestion creates the blood. Blood rule the organs.
Learn more about Poor diet .
Check the boxes that best describe your 'Personal Style'
Bathing less than once every 3 days
Bathing less than once every 3 days
Many new moms report they do not have enough time or space to bathe frequently. Yet, bathing is an important part of feeling fresh every day.
Learn more about Bathing less than once every 3 days .
Love fragrant sprays, perfumes, or air fresheners
Love fragrant sprays, perfumes, or air fresheners
Fragrances are ultimately chemicals. When you inhale them or put them on your skin, they have an effect on your body. They must be cleared by the liver. If you have rashes, allergies, or get irritable easily, limit use of fragrances to limit the...
Learn more about Love fragrant sprays, perfumes, or air fresheners .
Tight clothing / belts
Tight clothing / belts
Tight clothing restricts circulation. Underwire bras, tighty-whitey men's underwear, tight jeans, tight belts, girdles, tight socks, and any tight clothing causes lymphatic stagnation. Clothes and belts that are tight at the waistline restrict the...
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Page 2: Please choose the symptoms you experience on a regular basis, or that were significant in the past.
Check the boxes that best describe your 'Exercise Routine'
Exercising more than 1 hour a day
Exercising more than 1 hour a day
A person may decide to exercise frequently when self critical of their body, to overcome feelings of helpless, when trying to flush out toxins, or to release ambition and stress. Ayurveda suggests a mild restorative daily exercise routine without...
Learn more about Exercising more than 1 hour a day .
Lack of exercise
Lack of exercise
Get your blood moving at least once a day to flush your blood and toxins, re-energize, and build tone. You'll strengthen your bones and increase your mental clarity. The best time to circulate your blood is in the morning before breakfast and late...
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Check the boxes that best describe your 'Work'
Long workday
Long workday
Sitting in a chair for long periods can cause lymphatic congestion and sluggish circulation. Throughout the day, your organs depend on good circulation to stay fresh and clean. A sedentary lifestyle means that your organs aren't getting cleaned...
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Frequent Stress
Frequent Stress
Stress depresses Kapha people, stimulates Vata, and triggers aggression and hostility in Pitta. Mental stress is increased by physical stress. Physical stress is increased by an irregular eating or sleeping routine, toxicity, or overexertion. Stress...
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Overwhelmed by responsibilities
Overwhelmed by responsibilities
Modern life is full of responsibilities. Many people are trying to make a living, maintain a home, a relationship, and raise children all at the same time. And sometimes, it all feels like too much. Feeling overwhelmed is related to vata dosha, the...
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Sedentary Desk / Computer Job
Sedentary Desk / Computer Job
"Sitting is the new smoking, " exclaims Scott Blossom in this unique interview with Joyful Belly Ayurveda.
Learn more about Sedentary Desk / Computer Job .
Workaholic
Workaholic
A workaholic is one who has forgotten the end of work, and has lost a sense of purpose. The workaholic should remember to start each day with the end in mind, "What will make me happy, ultimately." Work is for leisure.
Excessive focus on means...
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Feel stuck
Feel stuck
Feeling stuck is related to water retention or liver congestion.
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