**Main Dosha Categories** There are three primary [types of dosha](https://www.harithaayurveda.com/blogs/dosha-in-ayurveda) described in Ayurveda—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Vata is made of air and space and controls movement and the nervous system. Pitta comes from fire and water and manages digestion, metabolism, and body heat. Kapha is formed from earth and water and provides strength, stability, and immunity. Everyone has all three doshas, but one or two usually dominate. Knowing these types helps people understand their body needs better. Ayurveda uses this knowledge to create personalized health routines for balanced living and disease prevention.