VATA

Vata possess vitality and governs all movement processes at a microcellular and macroscopic level like blinking of eyelids, movements of all muscles.
Vata travels throughout the body.
It is also responsible for circulation, respiration and the nervous system.
Vata is the king of the doshas.
If Vata is in equilibrium, then Pitta and Kapha works harmoniously.
Vata is the foundation of our sense of well-being, which is why keeping this dosha in balance is so vital.
The Vata type is constitution of space and air.

THE VATA TYPE AND THEIR BODY AND PSYCHE:

Vata constitution have a delicate bone structure and do not carry much weight.
Skin tends to be dry and rough.
They are physically very active.
Appetite and digestion are variable.
Vata types prefer sweet, sour and salty foods.
They frequently suffer from cold hands and feet.
Vata types are exceptionally creative, communicative and brimming with ideas.
Learns and acts quickly.
Good short-term memory, poor long-term memory.
Artistic and musical interests.
Anxious, insecure, avoids conflict, has feelings of guilt, poor at decision-making, impulsive, often a loner.
Forgives quickly.
Positive: levity, cheerfulness and alertness, clarity and creativity.
Negative: fear, sorrow, sadness, insecurity, depression.

Vata is localized in the lower part of the body, example in the large intestine, the pelvic area, and the knees.
If there is an excess build-up of Vata in the body, it collects in these areas and result in anxiety, insomnia and flatulence and other clinical ailments. Example: osteoporosis, hip joint pain, knee joint pain, reduced immunity etc.