Kapha

EARTH & WATER

Kapha is made up of earth and water, and it rules stability and lubrication in the body.

Because you're high in Kapha, you might tend to have wider, dense bones, luxurious features, smooth skin, and plenty of mucus. You can tend to feel more stable and grounded, perhaps even sluggish at times. You might struggle with slow digestion, excess weight, and accumulations of all sorts.

Your friends and family count on you as the reliable, steady, and endlessly patient one. Sometimes you might feel a bit greedy and stubborn. Remember that your strength lies in your ability to be truly generous and non-attached. If you can flow with life’s twists and turns with grace, you'll achieve your highest potential.

Follow our recommendations below to keep all your energy flowing in the right direction.

THUNDERBOLT

RECOMMENDATIONS

Protocols are below and in your inbox.

Ahara (food)

You will thrive with a lighter and drier diet that emphasizes tons of fresh, lively vegetables and some fruits.

  • Emphasize: Buckwheat, corn, fresh water fish, mung beans, popcorn, red lentils, rye, and lots of fresh and cooked vegetables, such as asparagus, cabbage, celery, cauliflower, green beans, leafy greens, potatoes, radish, and spinach.

  • Avoid: Wheat, dairy, and concentrated sugar. Wah wah.

Photo of popped popcorn in a bowl.
Leah doing a backbend at the wall

Asana (yoga poses)

You’ll benefit from a more vigorous practice that focuses on opening the chest and lung area, as well as inversions and backbends. These will keep your energy high!

  • Surya Namaskar (salute to the sun)

  • Vrksasana (tree pose)

  • Urdhva danurasana (wheel pose)

  • Sirsasana (headstand)

Watercolor drawing of frankincense.

Herbs

Incorporating hot, light, and drying spices and herbs will keep you on your toes and ready to pivot when needed! Try these in your food or as a tea and watch your inbox for recipes featuring these ingredients.

  • Black pepper

  • Cayenne

  • Cinnamon

  • Frankincense

  • Ginger

Dinacharya (daily routines)

Many Kapha dosha folks find that they feel tremendously better with a lighter breakfast and dinner and a heavier, larger lunch. Schedule vigorous activity for the morning hours to get your blood flowing and move stagnation. And no daytime naps, please.

Moksha

Your freedom lies in letting go and non-attachment.

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