Vata

Characteristics- Likely to be slim and doesn't gain weight easily. Can have dry skin and fine hair. Intolerant of the cold, which leads to cold hands and feet in the winter.

Personality- Creative and Artistic. Hates routine. Highly motivated but easily stressed. Scatty and quickly exhausted. Sleeps lightly.

Common Complaints- Insomnia, headaches, nervous disorders and constipation.

Recommended Foods- Milk, green beans, eggs, fish and almonds.

Foods to avoid- Chilled drinks and raw foods.

Steer Clear Of- Too many late nights and over exercising.

Celeb examples- Cameron Diaz, Gwyneth Paltrow and Julia Roberts.

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