Kapha

(“phlegm”) Along with vata (“air”) and
pitta (“bile”), one of the three bodily
humours (tridosha) in ayurveda, the
traditional system of Indian medicine.
Every person has all three of these
humours, but usually one is dominant;
this marks a person in certain ways, particularly with regard to health, digestion,
and metabolism. Kapha is associated
with the elements of earth and water,
since phlegm has both liquid and solid
characteristics. It provides solidity and
fluidity. Those who exhibit this humor
are said to be strong, healthy, and have
great stamina. At the same time, this
solidity can take the form of inertia and
fatigue; “phlegmatic” people must do
their best avoid these tendencies.