What is dual constitution ?
We saw in the previous articles the dominant constitutions, when we have one of the three doshas present at more than 50% in us (Prakriti Vata, Prakriti Pitta, Prakriti Kapha). However, it often happens that we have a double or mixed constitution with two main doshas. We have a major dosha between 40-50% and a secondary dosha between 30-40%. Therefore there are six possible combinations :
Vata-Pitta
Vata-Kapha
Pitta-Vata
Pitta-Kapha
Kapha-Vata
Kapha-Pitta
The dual constitution differs from the dominant constitution given that the two doshas will be mixed in our physical appearance, our physiology and our psychology. This constitution is called birth constitution because it is fixed and cannot be changed. It follows us throughout our life, from our birth to our death.
This is why, it should not be confused with Vikriti, the state of imbalance. It can happen that one or more doshas are in excess in the body, this imbalance is the cause of diseases. Imbalances evolve during our life according to our habits and our lifestyle.
Pitta-Kapha constitution
Lifestyle
The Pitta-Kapha constitution is composed of four elements : fire and water which form Pitta and water and earth which characterize Kapha. A Pitta-Kapha person has these four elements with a greater proportion of fire and water. The Pitta dosha is more present than the Kapha dosha, fire dominates over water. We give the image of an anchored fire to describe this constitution.
A Pitta-Kapha person has to follow a Pitta lifestyle while adapting it to Kapha. The lifestyle has to be adapted to the season. In spring, the season of aggravation of Kapha, she needs to pacify Kapha. In summer, the season of aggravation of Pitta, she needs to pacify Pitta.
On a physical level
Pitta-Kapha people have the same physique as Pitta people but with more curves. These are curvy people with marked muscles. Their features are harmonious and symmetrical and their gaze is piercing. Their hair is generally soft, fine or thick.
This constitution has a good appetite with good digestive capacity. Due to the Kapha dosha, they can gain weight easily.
In terms of psychology
We find fire but in a more stable way. Unlike Pitta dominant people, this profile doesn’t fit on anger easily. On the contrary, they seek harmony and cohesion due to Kapha and it takes a lot for them to get carried away. They manage to face life's difficulties without aggression.
These are go-getters, stable and organized.
The Kapha dosha also brings to the Pitta dosha great tolerance and patience, qualities that are not necessarily present in a Pitta dominant.
Ayurveda doesn't establish a hierarchy between the different constitutions. There is no constitution that will be better than another. Each constitution has its strengths and weaknesses. The whole point of knowing your constitution is to be able to better understand yourself, better know your needs and be able to respond to them appropriately with an adapted lifestyle in order to improve your quality of life.
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