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Space

Air

Fire

Vata

Pitta

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Kapha

Pitta

Vata

Sweet

Sour

Salty

Bitter

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(Coriander, Fennel, Mint)

(Salt)

(Tamarind, Cheese, Lemon)

(Clear, Light, soft)

(Mobile, Dry, Cold)

(Hot, Dry, Sharp)

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Water

Earth

Kapha

Five Elements * Three Energies * Constitutions * Health/Balance * Energy Profiles * Tastes

Bitter

Pungent

Astringent

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(Pepper, Ginger, Mustard)

(Turmeric, Fenugreek, Cumin)

(Oregano, Parsley, Rosemary)

(Hot, Dry, Sharp)

(Cool, Liquid, Soft)

(Heavy, Dull, Hard)