integrity and stability of the mind-body. It provides the reserves of
physical strength and stamina. Ayurveda considers kapha people to be
most fortunate as they generally enjoy the best health.
Symbol: Water
Constitution: elements of water(apa) and
earth(prithvi)
Principle: Integration, lubrication, potential energy
and stability in the mind-body.
Qualities: slow, cool, oily, liquid, dense and static.
Body characteristics: kapha people have heavy bones,
muscles and fat. Tendency to put on weight; slow metabolism and
digestion; cool and clammy skin; big, liquid eyes; thick wavy hair.
Mental constitution: slow to pickup new things but
excellent long tem memory; inertia to start new things; forgiving,
loving and compassionate.
Kapha in balance: strong and calm.
Kapha out of balance: dull and lethargic.
Diet for Kapha:
| Prefer Barley, corn, millet Asparagus, cabbage, eggplant Leafy green vegetables, potatoes Apples, pears, pomegranates Skim milk Chicken, turkey | Avoid Rice, wheat Sweet potato, tomatoes Coconut, dates, grapes, pineapple Avoid other dairy products like butter,cheese, etc. Red meat. |
Likely diseases in kapha people
Since kapha is considered the equivalent of phlegm, kapha people have a
tendency to get diseases like, respiratory problems, asthma, allergy,
sinusitis etc.
General methods of keeping kapha in balance
The key to balancing kapha is stimulation. They need physical activity,
new challenges, hot and spicy food.
Since kapha is sweet, try to avoid sweet and heavy food. Try not to
overeat.
Stay warm, avoid dampness.
Head congestion is a common kapha problem which can be handled by steam
inhalation.
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