Kapha Dosha: Understand the Kapha Dosha and Its Effects

RUSHIKA’S DOSHA QUIZ RESULT

DOSHA QUIZ RESULT

Your dominant
dosha is
Kapha

The Kapha Dosha Can Be Easily Unbalanced, Even For Those Whose Vata Ratio Is Low.

Kapha holds the various bodily structures together; it facilitates mass, resilience and fertility. People with a dominant Kapha are well-built with defined musculature and a tendency to become overweight. They have a good immune system and rarely become ill. Those with a dominant Kapha are persistent; manual work and movements are good for them. Their traits are patience, strength of mind and gentleness. If their Kapha becomes unbalanced, they will be prone to becoming overweight, dull or depressed as well as feeling nauseous or bloated and catching cold.

Kapha features

The strength is found in serenity

As the combination of earth and water elements, Kapha represents above all structure and stability. In Kapha types, this is reflected in equal measure on a physical and spiritual level. They are often appreciated for their robustness, serenity, composure and endurance. This is also displayed through their generally calm movements and their tendency to sleep well, if sometimes a little too much.

Strong physical build

Kapha types generally have a solid, heavy build with strong joints. Their bodies appear robust and sturdy thanks to their well-developed muscles and plentiful fat tissue. Their face and general body shape tend to be round and they typically have full lips and large eyes.

Thick hair &
youthful appearance

Kapha types usually have full, thick hair. Their skin (and scalp) has a tendency to be oily. The Kapha dosha tends to produce fewer wrinkles, maintaining a youthful appearance for many years.

Metabolism & digestion

Kapha types tend to have weak Agni (digestive fire). At the same time, as epicures, they like to eat often and enjoy large quantities and sweet foods. This can lead to unwanted weight gain, particularly during periods of stress.

Flavours though
mouth and nose

Smell and taste are particularly important for Kapha types. They often like to cook and, conversely, enjoy good food.

Calm & level-headed –
even during periods of crisis

Kapha types are solid as a rock and keep their cool even during stormy periods. They also possess the energy reserves, patience and endurance required to remain on the ball when things get difficult. They are more resilient than other constitution types and approach their tasks methodically and level-headedly. In contrast to Pitta types, people with a Kapha constitution take things as they come and do not give up easily.

Excess

Kapha

Downside

Excess Kapha can lead to a certain slowness, idleness and sometimes also sadness and listlessness. Kapha types tend to find it difficult to let go. On a physical level, this can manifest itself as excess weight or slow digestion. The skin may have a tendency to be oily leading to possible allergies and infection.