Kapha In Ayurveda - #3590

For the past few months, I’ve been feeling a constant heaviness in my body, especially in the mornings. It takes me forever to get out of bed, and once I do, I feel slow and unmotivated for most of the day. I’ve also been struggling with a lot of mucus, especially in my throat, and it doesn’t seem to go away no matter what I do. A friend of mine who follows Ayurveda suggested it might be related to an imbalance of Kapha in Ayurveda, but I don’t fully understand what that means or how it’s affecting me. From what I’ve read, Kapha in Ayurveda is one of the three doshas and is associated with qualities like stability and structure. But does it also lead to symptoms like excess mucus, sluggishness, and weight gain when it’s out of balance? I’ve noticed that my digestion feels really slow too, and I tend to crave sweet and heavy foods, which I think might be making things worse. Is this something Kapha dominance would cause, or am I missing something else? I’m also wondering what lifestyle or dietary changes I should make to balance Kapha in Ayurveda. Are there specific foods I should avoid completely, like dairy or fried foods? And what types of meals or spices can help reduce Kapha without making my body feel even more heavy? I’ve been trying to eat more salads and raw vegetables, but I don’t know if that’s actually helping or just making my digestion worse. Another thing I’d like to know is how Kapha in Ayurveda interacts with the seasons. I read somewhere that springtime is when Kapha is naturally higher, and that’s when my symptoms seem to get worse. Is there a way to adjust my routine during certain times of the year to prevent this from happening? For example, are there specific morning habits or exercises that can help get rid of the heaviness I feel every day? Finally, is Kapha in Ayurveda something that stays the same throughout your life, or does it change over time? I didn’t always feel this way, so I’m wondering if something triggered the imbalance recently, like stress or diet. How do I figure out the root cause of this and not just treat the symptoms? I’d appreciate any insights into how Kapha in Ayurveda works and what steps I can take to feel more energized and balanced again.