KAPHA DIET
CONSUMABLE
FRUITS: dried fruits in general, apple, cranberry, pomegranate, pear,
VEGETABLES: alfalfa sprouts, artichoke, asparagus, beetroot, bell pepper, bitter melon, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, cabbage, celery, chard, chili, coriander leaves, eggplant, green beans, kale, lettuce, mushroom, Indian mustard, parsley, peas, potato, radish, sunflower sprouts, winter radish, horseradish
GRAINS: barley, buckwheat, corn, dry or puffed cereals, millet, quinoa, basmati rice (in small quantities), rye
LEGUMES: adzuki beans, kidney beans, lima beans, lentils, peanuts, soy, split peas, tofu
SEEDS
SEEDS: pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds
DAIRY PRODUCTS: soy milk, goat milk, buttermilk
OILS: rapeseed oil, corn oil, flaxseed oil, mustard oil, safflower oil, soybean oil, sunflower oil
SWEETENERS: old honey
SPICES: basil, bay leaf, black pepper, cardamom, cayenne pepper, coriander leaves, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, cumin, dill, fennel, fenugreek, garlic, ginger, horseradish, mint, mustard, nutmeg, savory, paprika, parsley, rosemary, saffron, sage, soy sauce, turmeric
MEATS: chicken, white meats
BEVERAGES: spiced teas, astringent teas,
VITAMINS,
MINERALS: B-vitamins. The intake of enzymes and spices is more important
DIETARY ADVICE:
The diet should be warm, light, and dry. Prioritize pungent, bitter, and astringent flavors. Moderate your nutrient intake; three meals a day are sufficient. Breakfast and dinner should be light meals, and the main meal should be at noon. Consume spiced vegetables steamed in a small amount of oil with little salt. For this, you can choose whole grains. Consuming legumes is beneficial for your body. However, be cautious with seeds, oils, and dairy products. Among animal-derived foods, choose chicken and white meats. Fasting one day a week is good for the body. Do not lie down after eating. There is no need for excessive fluid intake. Avoid cold, iced water; instead, consume astringent and spiced teas.
NOT CONSUMABLE
FRUITS: cherry, date, fig, grape, banana, blueberry, grapefruit, lemon, lime, mango, melon, orange, papaya, pear, peach, persimmon, pineapple, plum, pomegranate, raspberry, strawberry
VEGETABLES: avocado, fresh corn, cucumber, okra, seaweed, summer squash, sweet potato, tomato, yam
GRAINS: basmati rice, brown rice, couscous, oats, wheat, white rice
LEGUMES: chickpeas
SEEDS
NUTS & SEEDS: almond, Brazil nut, cashew, coconut, hazelnut, pecan, pine nut, sesame seed, walnut
DAIRY PRODUCTS: cheese, cottage cheese, cow’s milk, cream, ice cream, kefir, rice milk, sour cream, yogurt
OILS: almond oil, avocado oil, butter, ghee, margarine, olive oil, peanut oil, sesame oil
SWEETENERS: brown sugar, fruit sugar, raw honey, raw cane sugar, molasses, maple syrup, white sugar
SPICES: rock salt, sea salt, tamarind
MEATS: all meats
BEVERAGES: cold, iced water
Kapha Diet
DIETARY ADVICE FOR KAPHA BODY TYPES
In the body of a Kapha individual, the earth and water elements that constitute Kapha are dominant. Consequently, the characteristics of these elements can be observed in the life of a Kapha person. For example, slowness, laziness, attachment, honesty, humility, and a high degree of tolerance.
Regarding their diet, it is advisable to consume foods that do not increase this kind of slowness, heaviness, or coldness. Therefore, warm, spicy, invigorating, and light foods are more beneficial. The list at the bottom of the page provides detailed assistance in finding such foods.
Kapha individuals should avoid fatty foods; for this reason, Hungarian cuisine is specifically not recommended.
It is advisable to reduce salt intake; instead, season with spices and herbs. (e.g., ginger, black pepper, chili, coriander, lemon, mustard seeds, fenugreek, cumin, garlic.) For sweetening, use honey instead of sugar.
Kapha-like flavors are sweet, salty, and sour. Therefore, to balance these, pungent, bitter, and astringent flavors should be preferred among foods.
Among flours, spelt, barley flour, buckwheat, millet porridge, corn flour can be used. Among meats, choose easily digestible ones: turkey and chicken, as well as fish.
Cold beverages and late-night meals are not recommended for Kapha. If sweet desserts are absolutely necessary, consume them before the main meal. Regular, active daily exercise is beneficial and balances Kapha. Setting achievable goals keeps them mentally active. Meet new people, explore the world, travel, learn, and be open!
Further diet information, personalized recommendations, and body type determination are available through an assessment with Ayurvedic expert Ajay Singh. We warmly welcome you!
Source: Dr. David Frawley: Ayurvedic Healing; A Comprehensive Guide
