In Ayurveda, your Prakriti is your natural body type, shaped by the three doshas - Vata, Pitta & Kapha. If you are Vata Prakriti, your body and mind are influenced most strongly by the air and space elements, which give you a lively and agile nature. People with Vata Prakriti tend to be energetic, highly creative & quick-witted, often thriving in dynamic or artistic environments.
Vata people are usually full of energy, creativity and quick thinking. But just like the wind, they can sometimes feel scattered, restless, or unstable if they don’t maintain balance.

How to Recognize a Vata Prakriti

People with Vata Prakriti often have:

• Dry skin and hair, with prominent veins or joints.

• A lean, slim body (it's hard for them to gain weight).

• Variable appetite - sometimes very hungry, sometimes not at all.

• Light, irregular sleep and low stamina.

• A tendency to feel cold easily.

Vata Mind & Personality

On the mental and emotional side, Vata people are:

• Energetic, talkative and love change or variety.

• Highly creative, imaginative, and full of new ideas.

• Sensitive and prone to anxiety or overthinking when stressed.

• Quick learners, but may also forget quickly.

Signs of Vata Imbalance

When Vata goes out of balance, it often shows up as:

• Joint pain, stiffness or very dry skin

• Constipation, bloating or irregular digestion

• Trouble sleeping or constant fatigue

• Anxiety, worry or restlessness

Ayurveda Tips to Balance Vata

Vata can stay calm and balanced. Ayurveda suggests:

• Include naturally sweet, sour and salty tastes in your diet

• Avoid too much raw, cold or dry food

• Prefer warm, freshly cooked meals (soups, stews, porridge are great)

• Do daily warm oil massage (Abhyanga) with sesame or almond oil

• Keep a regular routine for eating and sleeping

• Practice grounding yoga, meditation, gentle breathing exercises