kapha


kapha

Ayurvedic medicine
The dosha that represents the earth and water forces according to the ayurvedic construct of the universe; kapha is the densest of the elements, and is related to organic tissues, fluids and other substances. Kapha energy heals and imparts physical strength and resiliency; it flows at its peak in the winter and early spring.

kapha

(kaf'a, kap'a) [Sanskrit, kapha, mucus, phlegm] In ayurvedic medicine, the dosha responsible for the structure of the body. See: dosha