Food For Kapha

The main foods that are essential for the Kapha type dosha are

• Protein

  poultry in small amounts, seafood, egg whites.

• Dairy

  skim milk, goat milk, soy milk.

• Fruits

  apples, blueberries, pears, pomegranates, cherries, and dried fruit like raisins, figs, and prunes.

• Vegetables

  asparagus, leafy greens, onions, potatoes, mushrooms, radishes, okra.

• Legumes

  any, including black beans, chickpeas, lentils, and navy beans.

• Grains

  oats, rye, buckwheat, barley, corn, millet.

• Nuts and seeds

  small amounts of pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, flax seeds.

• Herbs and spices

  any, including cumin, black pepper, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, basil, oregano, and thyme.