Air + Space
Vata
In traditional Ayurvedic philosophy, Vata is associated with the qualities of air and space and with movement.
About Ayurveda
A 5,000-year-old science of life, offering a holistic path to balance, vitality, and well-being.
01 THE SCIENCE OF LIFE
What is Ayurveda?
Ayurveda, often called the “Science of Life,” is one of the world’s oldest traditional systems of health and well-being. Originating in India over 5,000 years ago, it is based on the belief that health and wellness depend on a delicate balance between the mind, body, and spirit.
Ayurveda traditionally emphasises maintaining balance through lifestyle practices, diet, daily routines and other traditional wellness approaches. It recognises individual differences and encourages personalised lifestyle practices based on traditional Ayurvedic principles.
02 MIND-BODY CONSTITUTION
The Three Doshas
In traditional Ayurvedic philosophy, the Doshas are conceptual principles used to describe individual patterns and characteristics.
Fire + Water
Pitta
In traditional Ayurvedic philosophy, Pitta is associated with the qualities of fire and water and with transformation.
Earth + Water
Kapha
In traditional Ayurvedic philosophy, Kapha is associated with the qualities of earth and water and with stability and structure.
03 KNOW YOUR NATURE
Discover Your Dosha
A short, reflective guide to the three Dosha concepts of Ayurveda — and which may speak most to you.
Which energy speaks to you?
Six gentle questions, about a minute of your time. There are no right answers — only your nature.
04 DAILY PRACTICE
Dinacharya — Daily Routine
Dinacharya is a traditional Ayurvedic approach to organising daily lifestyle practices and supporting general well-being. Key practices include:
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Rise Early
Before sunrise when possible
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Tongue Scraping & Oil Pulling
Traditional Ayurvedic self-care practices
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Self-Massage (Abhyanga)
With warm oil suited to your Dosha
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Mindful Eating
At regular times with full attention
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Yoga & Pranayama
Traditional Yoga and breathing practices
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Adequate Rest
Proper sleep hygiene and wind-down routine
05 NUTRITION
Ayurvedic Diet Basics
Diet and mindful eating have an important place in traditional Ayurvedic wellness practices. Dietary recommendations are personalised based on your Dosha, the season, and your current state of balance. Core principles include:
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Eating according to your constitution — each Dosha type thrives on different foods, tastes, and temperatures.
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Favouring warm, freshly prepared foods — a common principle in traditional Ayurvedic dietary practices.
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Eating the largest meal at midday — traditionally associated in Ayurveda with Agni, the concept of digestive fire.
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Using the six tastes — sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter, and astringent — for balanced, satisfying meals.