All Doshas
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Earth + Water
Kapha เคเคซ
The Force of Structure & Stability
Kapha is composed of Earth (Prithvi) and Water (Jala). It provides the body with structure, lubrication, and stability. Kapha types are loving, steady, and patient, but can become lethargic and resistant to change when out of balance.
Traits & Tendencies
๐ช Physical
Strong, solid frameSmooth, oily skinLarge, expressive eyesSlow metabolismStrong stamina
๐ง Mental
Calm and compassionatePatient and stableExcellent long-term memoryStrong attachmentTendency toward complacency
๐ฟ Digestion
Slow digestive fireSmall appetite but emotional eatingProne to congestionLoves sweets
๐ Sleep
Heavy, prolonged sleeperDifficult to wake upFeels tired even after restDeep, dreamless sleep
โ When Balanced
- ๐ฟLoving and nurturing
- ๐ฟPhysically strong
- ๐ฟExcellent memory
- ๐ฟPatient and grounded
- ๐ฟNatural healer
โ ๏ธ When Imbalanced
- โกLethargy and sluggishness
- โกWeight gain
- โกCongestion and mucus
- โกDepression
- โกAttachment and possessiveness
๐ฝ๏ธ Food & Diet
Favor
Light, spiced foodsBitter greens (kale, arugula)LegumesHoneyPungent spices (ginger, pepper)Astringent fruits (apples, pears)Warm drinks
Avoid
Heavy and oily foodsSweets and dairy in excessCold foods and drinksWheat and red meatDeep-fried foods
๐ Daily Routine
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Morning
- โWake by 5:30am (before sunrise)
- โDry brush (Garshana)
- โVigorous exercise โ cardio, sun salutations
- โWarm water with honey and ginger
- โAvoid heavy breakfast โ light fruit or herbal tea
โ๏ธ Afternoon
- โEat moderate lunch โ avoid overeating
- โPhysical activity after meals
- โStay stimulated and engaged
- โAvoid afternoon naps
๐ Evening
- โLight early dinner by 6pm
- โEvening walk or movement
- โStimulating conversation or activity
- โIn bed by 10pm but don't oversleep
- โAvoid heavy snacking