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How to improve digestion for long
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Question #33733
232 days ago
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How to improve digestion for long - #33733

Tejas
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I am facing digestive issue like gas and gudgud sound , I think my digestive power is weak ,even light meals are also not digested and my stool not get passed .it irrates me very much how to improve this even buttermilk also not suit currently I am taking chitrakadi vati when taken it digests .please help

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From the symptoms which you have mentioned seems your digestive is weak, and there is accumulation of undigested toxins in the system since you feel relief with chitrakadi vati along with that some ayurvedic support is required Continue Chitrakadi vati Along with that take Hingwastaka churna 1/2-0-1/2 tsp with warm water Take warm easily, digestible meals like Kichdi cooked vegetables, and avoid raw cold foods heavy foods Drink buttermilk with roasted cumin powder along with pinch of rock salt Walk after taking food Avoid over eating

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232 days ago

Mam also I have taken hingwashtaka churna but when for 5 wk but when I stop it problems start again

It’s due to weak digestive fire Take warm light easily digestible foods Khichdi cooked vegetables soups Avoid raw foods Cold and heavy foods Include cumin ginger fennel carom seeds in your diet Chew food properly Maintain reg meal time Avoid over heating Drink pomegranate juice at 12 pm weekly thrice so helps you increasing your digestive fire Drink butter milk

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Hello Tejas Facing digestion issues, shows sluggish liver Start with Tablet livomyn 1-0-1 after food with water, will help improve digestion Avipattikar tablet 1-0-1 after food with water Triphala tablet 0-0-1 after food with water Avoid wheat and wheat products Take buttermilk with pinch of asafoetida black salt and roasted jeera powder only after lunch. Take Hingvastak churan 1 tsp. After food with warm water once daily.

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232 days ago

Mam also I have taken hingwashtaka churna but when for 5 wk but when I stop it problems start again only relief when I take chitrakadi vati but it is also temporary

This happens as i have already mentioned sluggish liver.so taking livomyn as prescribed for 3-6 months will solve your problem, do follow up after 2 moy, before stopping any medicine prescribed.

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Follow some simple lifestyle changes and dietary changes and you will see results for your problem.

✔️Do’s✔️ Half inch ginger chew and eat half n hour before food Drink buttermilk daily. Eat freshly cooked food. Drink warm water. Lunch and dinner on fixed timings. 100 steps after every meal. If possible dinner as early as 7-8 pm.

🧘‍♀️ Yogasan : 🧘‍♀️ 1. Pawanmuktasana 2. Bhujangasana 3. Dhanurasana 4. Paschimottanasana 5. Ardha Matsyendrasana 6. Vajrasana 7. Supta Matsyendrasana

🧘‍♀️ Pranayam: 🧘‍♀️ 1. Bhramari 2.Bhasrika 3.Kapalbhati 4.Jyoti Tratak 5. Anulom Vilom

❌Don’ts:❌ Too much water Tea and coffee Addictions Packed and processed food. Ready to eat items. Oily and spicy food. Sour and fermented products. Dals (only moong dal can be eaten) Besan Raw vegetables and sprouts Curd Reduce dairy intake.

💊Medication💊

Tab. Ampachak Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food Tab. Laghu suthshekhar 2 tas twice a day before food Syp. Drakshasav 3 tsp twice a day half an hour before food

Tab. Shankhavati 2 tabs twice a day you have to chew and eat.

Hingwashtak Churna Mix 1 tsp churna in a bite of rice and start your meal with it. You can also mix it in a glass of buttermilk and drink it during meals.

Do power yoga or swimming or gym ing daily. Without exercise your digestive issue will not solve at all.

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HELLO TEJAS JI, I understand your concern. You have to follow the complete treatment plan for long term relief,follow the dietary advise,yoga, lifestyle modifications also in addition to the medicines.

TREATMENT- 1. CHITRAKI VATI -0-1-1 BEFORE MEALS 2.AROGYAVARDHINI VATI 2-0-2 AFTER MEALS 3.ABHYARISHTA - 2TSP WITH 2TSP WATER AFTER LUNCH AND DINNER 4.UDARKALPA CHURNA-1 TSF WITH LUKEWARM WATER AFTER DINNER

Diet- Avoid peas, cauliflower , capsicum. Drink ajwain water throughout the day when feeling bloated Include ginger,hing, coriander, fenugreek in your diet. Take light and easily digestible meals. Avoid tea, coffee, alcohol.

Yoga- Mandookasana,kapalbhati , vajrasana

Lifestyle modifications - Chew food properly while eating. Avoid eating when you are angry, anxious or sad. This affects the nervous system and disrupts digestion. Try to eliminate the factor first then eat. Walk for 30 minutes after dinner. Take proper sleep at night. Sleep on your left side.

Follow these and you will definitely get results. REVIEW AFTER 1 MONTH. Take care Regards, Dr. Anupriya

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Tejas Naratavadekar
Client
231 days ago

Yes

Tejas Naratavadekar
Client
231 days ago

Of which brand to take and how many days

Tejas Naratavadekar
Client
227 days ago

Mam I am following treatment I fell little relief but today is 5 th day I notice blackish lil watery stool

Tejas Naratavadekar
Client
227 days ago

Mam I am following treatment I fell relief but today is 5 th day I notice blackish lil watery stool

Have you taken iron supplements or foods that can cause blackish stool like blueberries,food having red or black artificial food colours, beetroot etc? Do you have abdominal pain, vomiting or dizziness?

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Tejas Naratavadekar
Client
226 days ago

With taking these medicine my hunger increasing and stools also pass thank you so much

Tejas Naratavadekar
Client
226 days ago

Yes have taken choclate no dizziness no abdominal pain dizziness and vomiting

Happy to help 😇

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Dhootpapeshwar, baidyanath,dabur are some trusted ayurvedic brands…you can take any of these according to availability. Take for 1 month and share review then I’ll reduce dosage accordingly

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When digestion feels sluggish and symptoms like gas, gurgling sounds, and constipation persist, it’s important to look at strengthening agni, or digestive fire, as per Ayurveda teachings. An imbalance in vata could cause these issues, leading to accumulated ama (toxins). Since chitrakadi vati helps you, it can be a good suport, but let’s consider few more steps. Begin with triphala, it promotes digestion and regular bowel movements. Take 1 teaspoon of triphala powder with warm water before bed every night.

Next, focus on your eating habits. Opt for warm, freshly cooked meals that are easier on digestion and include spices like cumin, ginger, and fennel to aid digestive fire. Avoid raw, cold, or heavy foods as they could dampen agni. Chew your food thoroughly and allow adequate time for meals without rushing. Consuming meals at regular intervals helps maintain digestive rhythm — don’t skip meals or eat late at night, as it interferes with agni. Hydration is crucial: sip warm water throughout the day, but avoid drinking large amounts during meals that can dilute agni.

Since buttermilk doesn’t suit you currently, try kanji or fermented rice water (adding a pinch of salt or cumin) as these are gentle on the stomach and help in digestion. Regular physical activity, such as walking or yoga, can enhance digestion by improving circulation and reducing stress, which further influences digestion. Begin a gentle morning walk of 20-30 minutes daily.

If these issues persist or worsen, seeking guidance from a health professional is advisable as personalized treatment may be necessary. Remember, digestion can be very personal and may require a tailored approach to address its complexities.

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Addressing digestive issues starts with understanding your body’s balance and identifying the imbalances in the doshas, primarily vata and pitta in your case. It sounds like your digestive fire, or agni, is weak, causing issues like gas, impaired digestion, and irregular bowel movements.

Continue with Chitrakadi Vati, as it seems to be helping you digest better. However, since it only offers temporary relief, consider a longer-term plan. First, try introducing warm, cooked foods that are easy on your digestive system. Khichdi, a light preparation of rice and mung beans, can be soothing. Incorporating spices like cumin, ginger, and ajwain can also enhance digestion. Sipping on ginger tea throughout the day may help stimulate agni as well.

It’s essential to establish a regular meal timing. Eating meals at the same time daily can regulate your body’s rhythm. Avoid cold and raw foods, alcohol, caffeine, and processed items as they can aggravate vata and further weaken your digestion.

Abhyanga, or self-massage with warm sesame oil, followed by a warm shower, can help calm vata and improve bowel movements. Triphala churna, taken at night, can assist with regular stools – begin with a small dose and adjust as needed.

Given buttermilk currently doesn’t suit you, detoxifying the digestive tract might be necessary before reintroducing dairy. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult a Siddha-Ayurvedic physician or healthcare provider to rule out underlying conditions.

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