Diet for Congestion

A congestive state is any state in the body that is characterized by symptoms including excess mucus, heaviness, lethargy, lymphatic congestion and mental dullness. In Ayurveda the aspect of congestion is correlated with kapha dosha, consisting of cold, heavy, smooth, moist and dull qualities. Thus to balance these qualities herbs, foods, beverages and lifestyle habits used to pacify kapha are used, i.e. warming, light, rough, dry and sharp.