| Keyword | Kledaka |
| Type | S. |
| Etymology/ Definition | यस्त्वामाशयसंस्थित:। क्लेदक: सोऽन्नसंघातक्लेदनात्।
अ.हृ.सू. १२/१६ |
| Reference | A.H.Su.12/16 |
| Literary Meaning | M / W – wetting , moistening , phlegm in the stomach , excess of saliva |
| Implied Meaning | It is one of the five types of Kapha Dosha |
| Elaboration | Vaagbhat ` a specifically describes types of Kapha . It is located in the Aamaas ` haya ( stomach ). It liquefies the bulk of ingested food ( Annasamghaata ) and starts the process of digestion . Vitiation of Kledaka Kapha leads to various diseases related to gastro intestinal tract . |
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