What is Ayurveda?
Ayurveda means the “science of life” and is considered to be the traditional system of medicine in India. The origin of the system predates the separation of philosophy and medicine. Ayurveda is the sister science of yoga, and is over 5000 years old. The system explains the relationship between elements of heat (Pitta), air/ether (Vata), and earth/material (Kapha) as they relate to one’s physical makeup and personality. This holistic science not only reveals one’s true nature, but gives intuitive tools such as herbology, daily routines and rituals, and recipes to keep the body in harmonious balance. Ayurveda observes the fact that we are all unique beings with different needs. That’s why Ayurvedic practices are customized for the individual with considerations such as season, time of life, time of day, and personal tendencies.
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Bee Veda blends are crafted using this wisdom of Ayurveda to address the needs of each Dosha. Using specific carry oils, and hand selected essential oils, our blends consider your unique skin type and personality type. Take our Dosha quiz to find out how to best use your Bee Veda products. Scroll down to view information about your personal Dosha!
Vata
VATA (air) - made up of the elements space and air
Vata types are usually slim with bony limbs and straight body shapes. They gain weight in the middle. Their skin is fine and dry, they tend to feel the cold more than others, and have difficulty sweating. They have an irregular and erratic appetite. Vata types are prone to feeling ‘wired’ and stressed, and may feel tired come late afternoon. They are creative, enthusiastic, active, alert and restless, and jumping from one idea to the next.
Despite not having a great memory, Vata types are quick to learn, spiritually perceptive and are happiest when in contact with nature and the outdoors. They have a heightened sense of touch and an appreciation for beauty. You might recognize them as having their head in the clouds and talking at a million miles per hour.
The ‘qualities’ or characteristics of Vata are light, dry, rough, clear, active, cold, mobile, pungent, bitter and astringent in taste. Therefore, choosing more of the qualities or characteristics in food and lifestyle choices which have the opposite effect such as heavy, moist, smooth, sticky, slow, warm, stable, salty, sour and sweet helps to maintain balance or bring excess Vata back into equilibrium.
IN BALANCE Vata personalities are energetic, vivacious, joyful, friendly, open-minded, free in spirit, embrace change and learn easily, are clear and alert, sleep long and lightly, have balanced digestion, good circulation and an even body temperature.
OUT OF BALANCE Vata personalities can be tired or fatigued, forgetful or spaced-out, anxious and frazzled with a lack of focus, have difficulty falling asleep, suffer occasional constipation and poor circulation.
Which Bee Veda products are best to balance VATA???
Bee Rooted (Balm and Roller)
Bee Focused
Bee Calm
Bee Balanced
C”Bee”D
Bee Veda mask mixed with sesame oil, almond oil, or mustard oil
Pitta
PITTA (fire) - made up of the elements fire and water
Pitta types typically have a moderate, athletic physique, and gain weight evenly or on the bottom half. They have soft, lustrous, warm skin and get hot easily. They have a strong metabolism, good appetite and digestion. Pitta types are determined, competitive, ambitious and highly intelligent, with good insight and keen discrimination. They like to be in control and at the center of attention. They are highly focused innovators with energy levels to match and can be likened to a ‘Type A’ personality. Pitta types, although nocturnal, are deep sleepers and prone to vivid dreams and nightmares.
The ‘qualities’ or characteristics of Pitta are oily, sharp, hot, light, fleshy and liquid, salty, sour and pungent in taste. Therefore, choosing more of the qualities or characteristics in food and lifestyle choices which have the opposite effect such as rough, dull, cold, heavy, static, hard, dry, bitter, astringent and sweet helps to maintain balance or bring excess Pitta back into equilibrium.
Pitta personalities are perfectionists, have strong intellect, strong digestion, are radiant, have glowing skin, sleep through the night and have inner peace and happiness.
OUT OF BALANCE Pitta personalities can be controlling, irrational, judgemental, fiery-tempered, irritable, workaholic, overheated, and prone to rashes and acne. They may experience interrupted sleep, acid reflux, headaches and loose bowel movements.
Which Bee Veda products are best to balance PITTA???
Bee Cool (balm and roller)
Bee Balanced
Bee Calm
C”Bee”D (if you engage in high-intensity exercise)
Bee Veda Mask mixed with fractionated coconut oil or sunflower oil
Kapha
KAPHA (earth) - made up of the elements water and earth
Kapha types typically have well-developed bodies with broad shoulders and soft, oily and lustrous skin. They enjoy a regular appetite with a relatively slow-burning digestion. Kapha’s are naturally deep sleepers. Akin to mother earth, Kapha types are patient, grounded, caring, stable and supportive of family and loved ones.
Kapha types have an appreciation for art, dance, and music. They have an innate sense of taste and smell and love to eat. They can be very attached to material possessions, and have difficulty in recognizing the difference between essentials and luxuries. Despite being hard-working people, they also have a tendency to be lazy and are capable of sleeping for longer than others. They strongly dislike the cold and adore warmth.
The ‘qualities’ or characteristics of Kapha are cold, moist, heavy, dull, static, smooth, dense, oily and soft, sweet, sour and salty in taste. Therefore, choosing more of the qualities or characteristics in food and lifestyle choices which have the opposite effect such as hot, dry, clear, light, sharp, active, rough, bitter, pungent and salty helps to maintain balance or bring excess Kapha back into equilibrium.
IN BALANCE Kapha personalities have a stable temperament, good long-term memory, good strength and stamina, a healthy and robust physiology. They tend to be team players, are reliable, enjoy sound sleep, and are compassionate and affectionate.
OUT OF BALANCE Kapha personalities can gain weight easily, have slow digestion, may be prone to sinus and respiratory problems, feel lethargic, find it difficult to wake-up and can experience food cravings and depression.
Which Bee Veda products are best to balance KAPHA???
Bee Light (balm and roller)
Bee Focused
Bee Calm
Bee Veda Mask : Mixed with water only or sunflower oil