Kapha Dosha

Learn more about Kapha; its qualities; how it shows when balanced or imbalanced; and how to restore balance to your body and mind if you are predominately a Kapha type.

Kapha is the principle of nourishment.
Its qualities are cold, heavy, solid, stable, smooth, slow and steady. 
If it were food, it would be an avocado.

Kapha by Nature

According to Ayurveda, we are all made up of nature's five elements: Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Ether (or Space).

These elements combine to create “doshas” or dynamic forces known as Vata, Pitta and Kapha. They are similar to body types as we understand in the West but so much more. 

• Vata is the combination of Ether (or Space) and Air
• Pitta is the combination of Fire and Water
• Kapha is the combination of Earth and Water

While we each have all of the doshas within us, we tend to have one or two that dominate our constitution creating our unique mind-body type. For example; Kapha; Kapha-Vata or Kapha-Pitta.

Kapha Qualities

In Ayurveda, Kapha is the principle of nourishment. Its qualities are cold, heavy, solid, stable, smooth, slow and steady. If it were food, it would be an avocado. Think about it, they have many of the same qualities.

People with a predominance of Kapha tend to have a larger frame, think and move more leisurely, and are known for their steadiness. As a general rule, they are calm, self-contained, and slow to anger.

Kapha types are usually affectionate, tolerant and forgiving. They may have difficultly adapting to change. They tend to mull over things before making a decision, love routine but can easily slip into unhealthy habits that they find hard to eliminate.

In balance, Kapha types are easy-going, patient, thoughtful, stable, content, loving, supportive, consistent and loyal.

Out of balance, Kapha types tend towards dullness, inertia, being needy, attached, congested, overweight or lazy.

Tips to balance your Kapha

Here are some tips to help balance your Kapha:

• Favour spicy, bitter and astringent tastes
• Eat small portions of light, dry, warm foods
• Limit dairy products, dried fruits, nuts and salt
• Stay warm and avoiding cold, damp conditions
• Practice stimulating exercise or movement such as cardio, yoga flow
• Meditate to refresh your mind and awaken new possibilities
• Try our Kapha Balancing Tea

For a full assessment and personalised well-being plan, we recommend booking a consultation with one of our Ayurveda experts. 

Vata & Pitta Qualities

While Kapha may be your dominant dosha, Vata and Pitta will also be present to some extent. You can find out more about these dynamic forces below.

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