When water becomes excessed, they develop lethargy, and a hoarding or greedy nature. Physically they develop congestion, overweight, edema, heart and kidney problems, etc. Each constitution has a natural tendency to become imbalanced or excessed. By eating foods and living a lifestyle that reduces the the excesses, one remains balanced. Balancing produces healing, prevention, and reverses the aging process.
Many people have two or even all three elements in their constitution.
In these cases, both elements tend toward excess. Thus foods and lifestyles that reduce both elements need to be followed. Using a holistic approach, Ayurveda offers therapies for each of the five senses because different people learn better through different senses. Spiritual therapies include meditation, living ethically, and working in a career that one loves or is purposeful. Environmental factors are also considered from this holistic outlook.