Vata (air): creative, restless, a free spirit

Vata people have a predominance of air and space elements in their make-up

Positive tendencies Artistic, enthusiastic, flexible, adaptable, open to change, creative, good imagination, communicative, quick to grasp new information. Has a desire to help others through sharing and communication. 

Negative tendencies Worry, anxiety, fear, erratic, fickle, unorganised, gets nervous, false enthusiasm, moods change quickly, forgets things quickly. Over-exerts and tires quickly, mental and physical energy comes in bursts, finds it hard to rest, relax and be still, mentally and physically. Loves movement and activity.

Memtal nature Likes change and stimulation.

Physical Vata types have a long, thin or small face, the skin can be dull, the eyes and lips are small. Vatas are often tall or short. The body is thin in relation to height, with an under-developed physique. Vata people easily lose weight and find it hard to keep weight on.
Appetite Variable, erratic, erratic mealtimes, may snack, can feel fearful when hungry.
Stools Dry, small, dark, hard, can be difficult to pass, can come at irregular times. Tends to gas (flatulence) and constipation (often doesn’t have a bowel movement every day). The constipation can be chronic.
Menstruation The cycle can be 24–27 days with a flow that is light and irregular. The blood may be dark. Flow lasts two to four days. There may be fatigue, sharp pains and cramps before the flow starts and during it. NOTE: when Vata is in balance, the cycle is regular (although can be less than 28 days) with no PMS.

If you're a Vata type, there are particular foods you can eat and lifestyle choices you can make that will keep body and mind in balance, and keep at bay the particular ailments that Vata types are prone to.

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