Prakriti is our body constitution. Every person is born with a definite genetic constitution, determined by dominant doshas (three vital energies), genetic & environmental factors, food and lifestyle of the mother and of course the five elements (Panchamahabhuta) that make up a fetus.

There are three major types of Prakriti and these reflect predominance of that particular Dosha. Our body behaves according to the status of Dosha Prakriti. Each constitution offers a distinct physical and mental profile.

If we know our prakriti then we can avoid health problems by following regimen that suits our prakriti.

There are seven possible Prakriti (constitution) types :-

1. Vata Prakriti
2. Pitta Prakriti
3. Kapha Prakriti
4. Vata-Pitta Prakriti
5. Vata-Kapha Prakriti
6. Pitta-Kapha Prakriti
7. Tridosha Prakriti