College of Ayurvedic Diet & Digestion

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RESPIRATORY HEALTH
IMBALANCES QUIZ

Taking this free quiz of your Respiratory Health 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: Check the boxes for symptoms you experience on a regular basis, or that were significant in the past.

Which boxes best describe your 'Nose and Sinuses'?

Can breathe through nose
Stuffed nose (can't breathe)
Stuffed nose (can't breathe)
Nasal passages become blocked when either swollen or filled with mucus. Infections, as well as dryness in the air can irritate passages, making them swollen. Electric and gas heat are very dry in nature. Cold air causes the nasal passages to swell...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Stuffed nose (can't breathe)' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Stuffed nose (can't breathe)'

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Limited sense of taste
Limited sense of taste
Vata aggravating
Loss of taste and flavor makes it hard for you to choose the right foods for your body. Impaired taste can cause you to eat too little and lose weight, or it could make you eat too much and gain weight. Impaired taste can predispose you to using too...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Limited sense of taste' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Limited sense of taste'

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Limited sense of smell
Limited sense of smell
Vata aggravating
Limited sense of smell could come from various causes. Toxins in the body reduce the sensitivity of the nose. Sinus inflammation or sinus infection could reduce sensitivity. Acid reflux may affect smell. Injury or trauma to the septum, or sphenoid...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Limited sense of smell' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Limited sense of smell'

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Sensitive to Smells / Strong sense of smell
Tickle in nose
Runny nose
Runny nose
Vata aggravating
A runny nose with thin mucus is often a Vata condition with cold. Toxicity (ama) is another factor. Toxins irritate the nasal passages. Toxins build due to leaky gut, constipation, or gas and bloating. Check for signs of chronic infection like...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Runny nose' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Runny nose'

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Post nasal drip
Post nasal drip
Is your nose constantly drippy? If you are one who can't leave the house without tissues on hand, you probably have post nasal drip. The nose is one of the body's pathways to eliminate toxins, and a major site of immune system activity. Post nasal...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Post nasal drip' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Post nasal drip'

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Snot / dried mucus
Snot / dried mucus
Snot is dried mucus, and a sign of Vata. Moist, slimy snot is more Kapha in nature.

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Seasonal allergies / Hay fever
Seasonal allergies / Hay fever
Even though flowers release pollen all summer long, many people are more sensitive to pollen in the springtime. The body releases winter fats in the springtime, making the blood rich and sweet. When the blood is rich, any single grain of pollen...

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Dry Nasal Passages
Dry Nasal Passages
Vata aggravating
Dry Nasal Passages Heating systems, especially air heat, tend to dry out the air, creating dryness in the nasal passages. Apply sesame oil and ghee to the nose with the pinky finger. Humidifiers can help. Winter Dryness Cold temperatures cause...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Dry Nasal Passages' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Dry Nasal Passages'

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Dryness aggravates nasal passages
Dryness aggravates nasal passages
Dry Nasal Passages Heating systems, especially air heat, tend to dry out the air, creating dryness in the nasal passages. Apply sesame oil and ghee to the nose with the pinky finger. Humidifiers can help. Winter Dryness Cold temperatures cause...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Dryness aggravates nasal passages' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Dryness aggravates nasal passages'

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Sinus Infection
Sinus Infection
The winter chill in the air and the smell of cedar logs crackling and burning in a far off chimney refreshes the senses. Yet after several minutes of walking, my nasal passages have swollen shut. An unsightly drop of clear mucus prompts me to reach...

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Sinus Headache (Pain in forehead)
Sinus pain around eyes
Sinus pain in cheeks
Frequent Nose Bleeds
Nasal Polyps
Nasal Polyps
A polyp is an abnormal growth of tissue projecting from a mucous membrane. Polyps may form in the nasal passages, colon, uterus, ear and bladder. Polyps may obstruct the passage, and are easily irritated and/or inflamed. In some cases they are...

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Plastic Surgery

Which boxes best describe your 'Phlegm'?

No mucus
Mucus Congestion
Mucus Congestion
Overview Excess mucus is generally a sign of "sweet blood". Blood that is high in sugar, fats, or proteins is sweet blood. Sweet blood is thicker than dry blood and causes mucus. Sweet blood causes thick mucus while toxicity generally creates thin,...

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Mucus/congestion in mornings
Mucus/congestion in mornings
Kapha aggravating
Mucus is generally a sign of "sweet blood". Blood that is high in sugar, fats, or proteins is sweet blood. Sweet blood is thicker than dry blood and causes mucus. Sweet blood causes thick mucus while toxicity generally creates thin, clear mucus.

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Large amounts of mucus
Large amounts of mucus
Kapha aggravating
Mucus is generally a sign of "sweet blood". Blood that is high in sugar, fats, or proteins is sweet blood. Sweet blood is thicker than dry blood and causes mucus. Sweet blood causes thick mucus while toxicity generally creates thin, clear mucus.

I’m still a little confused about what 'Large amounts of mucus' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Large amounts of mucus'

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Thin mucus
Thin mucus
Vata aggravating
Thin or clear mucus is often a sign of cold sinuses, or irritation of the sinus membranes due to toxicity. It is typical of a common cold due to deficiency in autumn. Thin mucus often increases with gas or constipation, due to toxins (ama). The...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Thin mucus' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Thin mucus'

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Clear mucus
Clear mucus
Thick mucus is a sign of Kapha. Thin mucus is a sign of Vata. Mucus is increased by cold. Thin or clear mucus is often a sign of cold sinuses, or irritation of the sinus membranes due to toxicity. It is typical of a common cold due to deficiency in...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Clear mucus' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Clear mucus'

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Thick mucus
Thick mucus
Kapha aggravating
Thick mucus is mucus that is viscous, like molasses, instead of watery. Thicker mucus is generally a sign of "sweeter blood". Sweet blood is blood that is high in sugar, fats, or proteins. Sweet blood plasma (rasa) is thicker than deficient blood...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Thick mucus' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Thick mucus'

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White mucus
White mucus
Mucus is generally a sign of "sweet blood". Blood that is high in sugar, fats, or proteins is sweet blood. Sweet blood is thicker than dry blood and causes mucus. Sweet blood causes thick mucus while toxicity generally creates thin, clear mucus.

I’m still a little confused about what 'White mucus' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'White mucus'

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Yellow mucus
Yellow mucus
When mucus is a yellow or green color, generally this means there is an excess of Pitta in the lungs and a possible sign of infection (Pitta is responsible for infection). The quality of this mucus is hot, sharp and penetrating. You will feel this...

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Green mucus
Blood or pus in mucus
Swallowing mucus
Swallowing mucus
Mucus is very difficult to digest, buffers acids, and should not be swallowed. When excess mucus is swallowed, it causes nausea and vomiting.

I’m still a little confused about what 'Swallowing mucus' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Swallowing mucus'

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Difficulty expectorating
Cystic-Fibrosis
Cystic-Fibrosis
Kapha aggravating
Cystic fibrosis is a congenital inherited disorder of the exocrine glands causing thick, tenacious mucus, and pancreatic insufficiency. A genetic mutation causes excessive release of sodium, chloride, and bicarbonate ions (CTFR dysregulation). These...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Cystic-Fibrosis' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Cystic-Fibrosis'

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Which boxes best describe your 'Throat'?

Sore throat
Sore throat
A sore throat may due to acid reflux, dryness, or 'sweet blood'. Sweet blood encourages proliferation of bacteria that irritate the throat.

I’m still a little confused about what 'Sore throat' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Sore throat'

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Lump in throat
Lump in throat
A feeling of a lump in the throat is often described as if a golf ball or tennis ball is stuck near the throat chakra. A lump in the throat can be caused by anxiety, vagal nerve stimulation, swelling, irritation from acid reflux, or even a tumor.

I’m still a little confused about what 'Lump in throat' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Lump in throat'

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Laryngitis
Laryngitis
Laryngitis may follow an upper respiratory infection & swelling, excessive use of the voice, acid reflux, or other causes.

I’m still a little confused about what 'Laryngitis' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Laryngitis'

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Strep Throat
Thick coating tongue
Thick coating tongue
Kapha aggravating
A thick coating on the tongue is a sign of ama - toxins accumulating in the body. It may be a sign of thick blood and aggravated Kapha, or aggravated Vata with constipation. The coating is formed by action of bacteria on the tongue. The presence...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Thick coating tongue' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Thick coating tongue'

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Swollen lymph nodes - neck
Swollen lymph nodes - neck
Swollen lymph nodes in the neck are a sign of chronic sinus, ear or upper respiratory infection. Swollen lymph nodes are a sign of blood stagnation andmay indicate sweet, thick, Kapha blood.

I’m still a little confused about what 'Swollen lymph nodes - neck' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Swollen lymph nodes - neck'

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Chronic cough
Chronic cough
Vata aggravating
Irritation of the upper respiratory tract, as well as inhalation of dust could create the urge to cough. Oddly, when a person relaxes or breathes slowly it stimulates the vagus nerve, which could ellicit a cough. Stimulation of the ears sometimes...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Chronic cough' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Chronic cough'

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Cough with mucus / wet cough
Cough with mucus / wet cough
A cough may be caused by a respiratory infection (often viral but sometimes due to bacteria). Examples include the common cold (rhinovirus), rsv, and the flu. The cough may be wet (with mucus) or dry (without mucus). Coronovirus causes a dry...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Cough with mucus / wet cough' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Cough with mucus / wet cough'

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Dry cough
Dry cough
A dry cough is a cough where lung tissue is void of mucus. The sound of a dry cough is raspy. Irritation of the upper respiratory tract, as well as inhalation of dust could create the urge to cough. Oddly, when a person relaxes or breathes slowly it...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Dry cough' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Dry cough'

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Whooping Cough
Croup
Croup
Croup is breathing difficulty and a "barking" cough. Croup is due to swelling around the vocal cords. It is common in infants and children. Croup is often caused by viral infection, but may also be caused by bacteria, allergies, respiratory...

I’m still a little confused about what 'Croup' is. I am not sure how to tell if I have 'Croup'

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