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1 year ago
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Gastritis issues - #17929

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I am an eighteen years old girl .I have extreme gastritis issues from a year.I always have a bad stomach.I get hungry in 2 hours but digestion is improper.I get stomach burning pain All of the time.my stomach is always bloated and trapped gas inside it .I burp too much.I have tried allopathic medicine but I haven't get any good result.I became anxious due to this issue. My daily routine is I eat boiled sprouts and upma in the morning I eat rice and dal or mashed potato in lunch In the evening I eat digestive biscuit or dryfruits I eat 2 rotis with curry at night And drink warm water. But their is no improvement

Age: 18
Chronic illnesses: Gastritis
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Namaste Prativa,

Your symptoms indicate an imbalance of Pitta dosha (excess heat) and Vata dosha (irregular digestion), leading to gastritis (Amlapitta). The constant burning sensation, bloating, and burping suggest that your digestive fire (Agni) is disturbed, causing excessive acidity and trapped gas. To balance this, Ayurveda recommends a cooling and soothing diet while avoiding foods that aggravate Pitta and Vata. Reduce or eliminate sprouts, dry fruits, and potatoes, as they are difficult to digest and can worsen bloating. Instead, opt for well-cooked, lightly spiced vegetables like bottle gourd (lauki), ridge gourd (tori), and ash gourd (petha), along with soft rice and moong dal khichdi. Drinking fresh coconut water and buttermilk (with roasted cumin and rock salt) can help cool the stomach and improve digestion.

To soothe your stomach lining and improve digestion, try Ayurvedic remedies like Avipattikar Churna (1 tsp with warm water before meals) to reduce acidity and regulate digestion. Drinking Jeera-Dhaniya-Saunf (cumin-coriander-fennel) tea twice daily will help with bloating and gas. Aloe vera juice (2 tbsp on an empty stomach in the morning) is excellent for healing the stomach lining and preventing acid buildup. Additionally, chewing fennel seeds after meals can provide relief from excessive burping and bloating. Avoid spicy, oily, and fermented foods, as they can aggravate Pitta and worsen symptoms.

Lifestyle changes are equally important in healing gastritis. Avoid long gaps between meals, as staying hungry for too long can increase acid production. Instead, eat small, frequent meals every 3-4 hours. Stress and anxiety can also contribute to digestive issues, so practicing Sheetali Pranayama (cooling breathwork) and Anulom Vilom (alternate nostril breathing) can help calm the digestive system. Gentle abdominal massages with coconut oil or castor oil before sleeping can relieve bloating and discomfort.

With consistent Ayurvedic practices, diet modifications, and stress management, you should see improvement in 2-3 weeks. However, chronic gastritis takes time to heal, so be patient with your body.

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Prativa
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1 year ago

Thank you so much doctor.I am grateful.🙏

Prativa
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1 year ago

But sometimes I feel like salty water near my throat basically when I wake up in the morning.Usually I wake up 6am in the morning.But I became too much hungry and feel extreme gas trapped in my stomach at that time.I sleep mostly for 7 hours I can’t eat within this time but gastritis and burning pain is severe in the morning. Also can you provide me a good diet to follow

I’m sorry to hear about the discomfort you’re experiencing, and I understand how persistent gastritis and digestive issues can be distressing. Ayurveda offers a holistic approach to treating gastritis and improving digestion by addressing the root causes rather than just the symptoms.

From an Ayurvedic perspective, gastritis is often caused by an imbalance in the Pitta dosha, which governs digestion, metabolism, and heat in the body. The burning sensation, bloating, and gas you’re experiencing suggest that there may be excess heat (Pitta) and possibly an imbalance in the digestive fire, known as Agni. To address this, I would recommend the following steps:

Dietary Changes: Avoid spicy, oily, and acidic foods, as they can aggravate Pitta and further disrupt digestion. Instead, focus on light, easily digestible foods. You might want to try:

Rice with ghee and moong dal for lunch (these are soothing for the stomach). Coconut water and buttermilk can help cool and soothe the stomach. Amla (Indian gooseberry) or Triphala can help balance the digestive system and soothe the stomach lining. Incorporate cooked vegetables like carrots, spinach, or zucchini instead of raw foods to avoid irritating the stomach. Avoid processed foods like digestive biscuits and dried fruits in excess, as they may be too heavy for your stomach. Herbal Remedies:

Licorice root (Yashtimadhu) can help soothe the stomach lining and reduce inflammation. Aloe vera juice (a small amount) taken in the morning can help cool the stomach and support digestion. Ginger is beneficial but should be used in moderation to avoid increasing heat. It’s better to take it with honey (but not in large amounts). Fennel seeds or cumin seeds (jeera) can help with bloating and gas. Lifestyle Adjustments:

Eat smaller meals more frequently (every 3-4 hours) to ease digestion and prevent overloading your stomach. Avoid overeating and eating too late at night. Have your last meal at least 2-3 hours before bedtime. Practice mindful eating: chew your food slowly and avoid drinking too much water during meals to allow the digestive juices to work more effectively. Stress management is key—try relaxation techniques like meditation, yoga, and deep breathing exercises to reduce anxiety, as stress can worsen digestive issues. Warm Water: Continue drinking warm water but avoid cold drinks, which can slow down digestion.

To complement this, I would suggest visiting an Ayurvedic practitioner who can provide specific herbal formulations tailored to your body type and digestive health. Ayurveda’s approach focuses on balancing your Pitta dosha and strengthening your digestive fire (Agni) in a sustainable, natural way.

Lastly, patience is important with Ayurvedic treatments. It may take a little time to see noticeable improvements, but with consistent care and dietary adjustments, you should experience better digestive health and less discomfort.

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It sounds rough dealing with all those stomach issues. Let’s see if we can give you some relief with Ayurveda’s wisdom. You’re having a classic case of what we cal Ama - undigested food residues - and there’s likely an imbalance in your Pitta dosha. The burning and bloating suggest your digestive fire, or Agni, is all over the place.

First, let’s talk about food. While sprouts and upma are healthy, they can be tricky for digestion, especially first thing in morning. Try having warm rice kanji with a pinch of cumin and asafetida instead—it soothes the stomach. Also, ditch the digestive biscuits; they might be adding to your gas. Replace nibbles with a ripe banana or a cup of buttermilk with a sprinkle of roasted jeera. Evening time, consider munching on soaked almonds, which are easier on your belly than dry fruits.

Lunchtime, keep your rice and dal light, maybe use basmati rice as it’s easier to digest. And at dinner time, grudgingly consider having only one roti, since heavy meals can weigh down your digestion at night. Ensure your curry isn’t too oily or spicy, that escalates your Pitta.

Start sipping warm lemon water with honey in the morning to help balance things out. Triphala at bedtime—half teaspoon with warm water can help regulate your bowels. A 10-15 minutes walk after meals can gentle aid digestion and shift the gas.

And oh, stress levels play havoc—we know anxiety could contribute to these symptoms. A simple routine of meditation or pranayam could work wonders, give it a shot each day for few minutes.

If symptoms persist, or if you ever feel discomfort’s too much to handle, check in with healthcare provider. Balancing your Agni won’t happen overnight, but these tweaks might just ease some pain you’re feeling.

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