Do you belong to Pitta Types?

There are some peculiar characteristics that are primarily attached to people who belong to the Pitta Constitution. You most probably fit in to the pitta types if you largely possess the following characteristics:

  • You have a medium sized physique that is well-built and strong
  • Your concentration powers are extremely good and you have  a very sharp mind
  • You are focused and organized
  • When you are at your best, you stay firm, self-confident, self-assured and consumerist
  • When you are not in balance, you become aggressive, pushy and too demanding
  • You really enjoy challenges and are competitive
  • You possess passion and romance
  • Sexually, you possess endurance more than vata types but less than kapha types
  • You have  a strong appetite and digestion efficiency and you generally do not prefer to miss a meal
  • You love it when you are in command
  • Under stressful circumstances, you have a tendency to become very angry and irritated
  • You have a fair and reddish skin
  • Your hair are usually straight and fine
  • You do not like hot weather at all as you get irritated by heat
  • Your perspiration rate is very high
  • You are stubborn and hold strong opinions
  • You are good public speakers
  • You are sharp, sarcastic and blunt
  • You have good leadership qualities
  • You are impatient and short-tempered
  • Health disorders that you might struggle with include acne, rashes on the skin, skin inflammation, skin cancer, boils, heartburn, ulcers, uncomfortable intestine or stomach sensations, acid stomach, and insomnia, problems related to vision, jaundice and anemia.  

Some Other Features:

People that belong to the category of Pitta constitution usually have a height that is neither too short nor too long. They are known to have a body frame that is delicate. Their muscle tendons and veins are not too prominent but they are somewhat visible. The development of their muscles is moderate.  

Their skin is soft, warm and less wrinkled. Their eyes are mostly gray, green or cooper-brown and they are known for their sharpness. They have soft nails. The shape of their nose is also sharp.

If we try and understand the Pitta people from a physiological perspective, we will find that they have power over a strong appetite and metabolism. This enables them to consume more liquid and food. They naturally love bitter, sweet and acerbic tastes. They enjoy an uninterrupted sleep.

If we try and understand the pitta people psychologically, we will find that they naturally comprehend very well. They are known to be intelligent and sharp-minded. They are inclined towards oratory and they are most likely to feel emotions like anger, hate and jealousy strongly.

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