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How to Remove Kapha from Body

How to Remove Kapha from Body

Kapha (/in/en-us/about/science-of-ayurveda/doshas/kapha-dosha-characteristics) is
one of the doshas (/in/en-us/about/science-of-ayurveda/ayurvedic-body-types) that
governs the structure of the body. It is the principal that holds the cells together
which forms the muscle, fat and bones in the body. A person governed by kapha
dosha usually have a strong built and strong stamina and are blessed with good
digestion. Even though people governed by kapha dosha are said to be active, in
case of kapha imbalance in the body they can face the problems of weight gain, fluid
retention, allergies and fatigue among others. Kapha imbalance in the body can also
cause ailments like diabetes, depression, asthma and excessive of sleep.

Causes of kapha imbalance:

Signs that point towards increase of kapha in the body include:

Heaviness
 Lethargy

Laziness

Excessive sleep

Constipation

Poor appetite

Nausea

Excess salivation

Diarrhea

Indigestion

Sweet taste in mouth

How to balance kapha dosha:

Kapha people are usually warm, loving and thoughtful people. But when their kapha
goes out of balance, they can become quite stubborn and unreasonable. To get the
toxins and stress out of the system, the following things should be included in your
everyday regime.

1. Seek newness:

Kapha is usually associated with the qualities of cold, heavy and dense and
so require constant stimulation to keep them hooked and interested in a thing.
Bringing about a change in your everyday routine and introducing new things
on a constant basis can provide you with the required stimulation and
excitement. Talk about how to reduce kapha!

2. Exercise:

Any form of physical activity is good for the body. Indulging in yoga (/in/en-
us/about/science-of-ayurveda/yoga/what-is-yoga-and-types-of-yoga), walking,
running, swimming etc., not only aids in keeping your body fit but also
 elimination of harmful toxins from the body by regularizing your bowel
movements and keeping the gut clean. It also helps in building stamina and
keep you strong. Also Learn about the various benefits of yoga
(https://www.dabur.com/in/en-us/about/science-of-ayurveda/yoga/importance-
and-benefits-of-yoga).

3. Stay warm:

People of kapha dosha are normally sensitive to cold and damp places. It is
therefore advised for them to stay warm. Using heat pads or wearing warm
layering of clothes can benefit you to a great extent.

4. Detoxify to remove kapha dosha:

Thinking how to balance kapha dosha? Try the detoxification

(https://www.dabur.com/in/en-us/about/science-of-ayurveda/detoxification/6-
ways-to-detox-your-body) diet. Doing it once a week can help remove free
radicals from the body and remove any kind of congestion from the digestive
system. Accumulation of waste in the intestine can lead to the problems of
stomach disorders, indigestion, acidity and gas. In order to avoid indigestion,
read more about home remedies for indigestion (/in/en-us/about/science-of-
ayurveda/ayurvedic-home-remedies/home-remedies-for-indigestion). A liquid
and fruit based diet will help clear the blockages from the system and keep
your digestive system and gut healthy and clean.

5. Favour warm substances:

If you need answer to the question of how to balance kapha dosha, start
including warm substances in your daily diet. Warm beverages like herbal
teas and soups and spices like cinnamon, cloves, ginger etc., keeps the
kapha stimulated.

6. Perform Ayurvedic neti pot:

Nasal cleansing aids in removing congestion of any kind from the lungs and
the respiratory tract. Performing it every morning can help balance kapha
dosha.
How to remove kapha from body:

What we eat can have a positive as well as adverse effect on us and our body.
According to Ayurveda (http://www.dabur.com/in/en-us/about/science-of-ayurveda),
it is important to eat a healthy diet in order to both remove excess of kapha from the
body as well as balance it. Because kahpa is easily aggravated by heavy, pungent
and oily substances, therefore, when it comes to the question of how to remove
kapha from body, a kapha pacifying diet of light, dry and warm foods is
recommended.

Here is a guide to what to eat and what to remove from your diet in case you are
seeking answers to the question of how to remove kapha from body.

Kapha Dosha Diet :

1. Liquids:

A day of liquid diet per week can help you balance as well as remove excess
kapha from your body. Ingesting fresh fruit and vegetable juices & smoothie
and hot beverages like herbal tea & soups are the best examples of a kapha
pacifying diet.

2. Dairy products:

While dairy products are known to aggravate kapha, at the same time,
consuming their low fat and calorie versions can help you find an answer to
the question of how to balance kapha dosha via kapha pacifying diet. Low fat
milk is a good option. Always boil it before consuming. You can also add a
teaspoon of turmeric or ginger to it as it helps in reducing any kapha
increasing qualities of milk. Also, consuming yogurt or ghee made of low fat
milk is a good example of kapha pacifying diet.

3. Fruits:

Light fruits like apples, pears, watermelon, pomegranates, apricots and

cranberries etc., form an integral part of a kapha diet. They are any day better
 than consuming their heavier or sour counterparts like bananas, oranges,
pineapples, avocado, coconut and dates among others.

4. Sweeteners:

Except for honey (https://www.dabur.com/daburhoney/benefits-of-

honey/honey-for-face-and-skin/using-honey-for-face-and-skin), most of the
other sweeteners must be avoided if you are looking at definitive answers to
the question of how to remove kapha from body. It is considered to be the only
sweetener that can best pacify kapha and hence advised for consumption.
Honey for weight loss (https://www.dabur.com/daburhoney/benefits-of-
honey.aspx) is one of the most reliable and useful methods. To help release
excess kapha from the body, a teaspoon of raw honey each day can be made
a part of your kapha diet.

5. Hot/Warm beverages:

Herbal teas and soups are advised to be included in your everyday kapha
diet, as they tend to stimulate the digestive system as well as sharpen
the taste buds. Read more on different types of taste
(https://www.dabur.com/in/en-us/about/science-of-ayurveda/ayurvedic-
diet/types-of-tastes). Wondering how to remove kapha from body? Drink 3-4
cups of teas like ginger, mint or cinnamon tea can do the trick. To make this
tea:

Boil 4-5 cups of water in a pan

Add ½ inch of ginger and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes

Take the pan off the heat and steep 1-2 herbal flavoured tea bag in it

Remove the tea bag after a while and store the tea in a tea pot

Drink it through the day as part of your everyday kapha diet

6. Spices:

Want to know how to balance kapha dosha? Try banishing salt from your diet.
 Use instead pungent spices like pepper, mustard seeds, ginger, cloves and
cayenne in your diet. These spices will not only stimulate and balance kapha
but also make your digestive system to function properly.

7. Oils & nuts:

Kapha diet suggests intake of lighter oils like olive oil, almond oil, sunflower oil
and pure ghee. Also, favouring pumpkin and sunflower seeds is a better
option over heavy nuts like cashews, pistachios and pine nuts among others.

8. Light meats over red meats:

For those who love their non-vegetarian offerings, lighter and organic meats
like white chicken, eggs, turkey and other variety of seafood is recommended
over lamb, pork or beef.

9. Grains:

Grains form an integral part of our diet. So, when it comes to how to balance
kapha dosha, a kapha diet consisting of barley, corn, millet rye and buckwheat
is favoured over a diet of oats, rice and wheat.

An ideal kapha diet is the one that fills you up with energy and vigour. If you want to
know how to balance kapha dosha, the key lies in eating at designated times, eating
healthy and in moderation. An ideal diet should consist of three meals a day wherein
the heaviest meal of the day should be had in the morning followed by a hearty
lunch and light dinner. You should allow a minimum of 3 hours of rest to your
stomach between each meal and must avoid going to bed immediately post any
meal. Include a bit of physical activity in your everyday regime and you will be able
to live a healthy and balanced life.
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