Understanding Your Symptoms
Residual Symptoms: The fact that you are still experiencing occasional gas and bloating, even after stopping your homeopathy medication, suggests that the underlying digestive issues may not be fully resolved.
Chronic Nature: Gastritis and acid reflux can be chronic conditions. Managing them often involves a combination of medication, dietary changes, and lifestyle adjustments.
Options for Your Consideration Consult a Homeopath:
Since the homeopathy treatment was effective in bringing your initial symptoms under control, it may be beneficial to revisit your homeopath.
They can evaluate your current condition, understand why the residual symptoms are occurring, and adjust your prescription if necessary.
Homeopathy often focuses on treating the individual’s overall health, and a follow-up visit can help address the root cause of your symptoms.
Consult an Allopathy Doctor: An allopathy doctor (such as a gastroenterologist) can provide a different perspective and may recommend diagnostic tests (e.g., endoscopy, H. pylori breath test) to rule out any underlying conditions.
They might prescribe medications like proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) or H2 blockers to manage acid production and reduce symptoms. This approach focuses on directly treating the physical symptoms and can be very effective in providing quick relief. Holistic and Integrative Approach: You could consider an integrative approach that combines the best of both worlds. For example, you could consult an allopathy doctor to get a clear diagnosis and manage acute symptoms, while also working with a homeopath or an Ayurvedic practitioner to address the long-term underlying issues. Ayurveda Opinion From an Ayurvedic perspective, gas and bloating (often referred to as Vata imbalance) are signs of a disturbance in your digestive fire (Agni). Root Cause: Ayurveda would likely link your gastritis, acid reflux, and gas/bloating to a vitiation of Pitta and Vata doshas. Gastritis and acid reflux are often associated with excess Pitta (heat/acidity), while gas and bloating are linked to Vata (air/movement). The Agni Connection: The primary goal in Ayurveda would be to restore and strengthen your Agni so that it can properly digest food and prevent the accumulation of toxins (Ama). Ayurvedic Recommendations: An Ayurvedic practitioner would likely recommend: Dietary Changes: Avoiding foods that are difficult to digest, such as raw salads, cold drinks, and processed foods. They might suggest incorporating warming spices like ginger, cumin, and fennel into your diet. Lifestyle Adjustments: Practicing regular meal times, eating in a calm environment, and not eating late at night. Herbal Remedies: They might prescribe herbs like Triphala, Avipattikar Churna, or Hingvashtak Churna to improve digestion and reduce gas. What to Do Next Prioritize a Professional Consultation: Given your history and chronic illness (bronchial asthma), it is crucial to seek professional medical advice. Weigh Your Options: Consider which approach aligns best with your beliefs and preferences. If you’ve had good results with homeopathy, it’s a logical first step to go back to your homeopath. If you’re concerned about the lingering symptoms, a consultation with an allopathy doctor can provide a comprehensive diagnostic workup. Avoid Self-Medication: Do not restart any medication, whether homeopathic or allopathic, without the guidance of a qualified practitioner.
If with medicine if symptoms are persisting better to consult gastroenterologist meanwhile can start on Hingwastaka churna-1/2 tsp with warm water after food Chitrakadi vati-1 tab to be chewed twice daily after food
It shows weak digestion. Start with tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water Hingvastak churan 1/2 tsp twice daily after food with warm water
No need to worry,
Start taking these medications, 1.Hinguashtak choorna 1tsf B.d.with Buttermilk. 2.Tab.liv 52 1-0-1 3.Shankh vati 1-1-1
Follow up after 30 days.
Take care😊
Kind Regards, Dr.Isha Ashok Bhardwaj.
Having experienced symptoms like bloating and gas in the evening can be common, especially if your agni or digestive fire isn’t functioning optimally. In Ayurveda, these issues might be linked to an imbalance in the vata and pitta doshas, which are responsible for dryness and movement, heat and metabolism, respectively. It’s great that you’ve managed to control these symptoms with homeopathy, however, sometimes specific lifestyle adjustments can offer additional relief without immediate need of medication.
Firstly, let’s focus on dietary choices. Try to avoid foods that are known triggers for gas and bloating, such as beans, lentils, carbonated drinks, and fried or fatty foods, particularly in the evening. Eating light meals, especially at night, can ease the digestive load. Cooking with digestive herbs like cumin, coriander, and fennel may promote better digestion. Also, avoid consuming cold or raw foods in the evening, as they can dampen the agni further.
Next, consider meal timings and how you eat. Consume your evening meal at least 3 hours before bedtime, allowing for proper digestion. Eating slowly and chewing thoroughly helps initiate the digestive process right in the mouth.
Additionally, incorporating practices to manage stress, such as yoga, pranayama, or meditation, can help regulate vata and pitta doshas. Stress often exacerbates digestive issues, sow maintaining a calm mind is crucial. Also, ensure you’re hydratd adequately, but try not to drink excessive water during meals, as it can dilute digestive enzymes.
If these adjustments don’t help, you might want to consider consulting an Ayurvedic practitioner who can determine any deep-seated imbalances and recommend specific interventions like herbs or treatments tailored to your constitution.
If symptoms worsen or you notice vary low appetite, unintentional weight loss, or severe pain, it would be wise to consult with a healthcare professional to rule out any underlying conditions. Prioritize your health and listen to your body’s cues.
1.Hingwashtak churna 1/2 with warm water just before meal twice daily 2.Syp.Drakshovin 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meal 3.Amlapitta mishran 2 tsp twice daily after meal
Have 2 glasses of buttermilk added with roasted jeera in it Drink plenty of water Avoid spicy and sour food itemd Avoid fried and processed food items Avoid packaged juices Avoid carbonated drinks, tea and coffee
The bloating you’re experiencing in the evening seems to be persisting, indicating that the digestive system might still be somewhat imbalanced. In terms of Ayurveda, gas and bloating suggest an aggravation of the Vata dosha, often due to weak digestive fire or Agni. Before returning to homeopathy or consulting an allopathic doctor, you might want to explore some Siddha-Ayurvedic practices that could help address the underlying imbalance.
Start with your diet. Avoid foods that are difficult to digest, particularly in the evening. These include raw vegetables, cold and dry foods, and anything overly spicy or fried. Instead, focus on warm, cooked, nourishing meals that are easy on the stomach. Avoid late dinners and ensure a gap of at least 2-3 hours between your last meal and bedtime.
Consider incorporating herbal teas with ingredients like ginger and fennel, which can aid digestion and help relieve bloating. You can brew ginger tea using fresh slices simmered in water, or a fennel tea by steeping a teaspoon of fennel seeds.
Introduce Triphala, a classical Ayurvedic formulation, to support digestion and regularize bowel movements. It can be taken half-hour before bedtime with warm water. This aids in maintaining digestive balance could help mitigate evening bloating over time.
Practice Abhyanga, self-massage with warm sesame oil, in the morning or before bathing. This practice can calm Vata dosha and improve circulation. It’s usually a soothing ritual that enhances digestion and overall wellness.
However, if these lifestyle and dietary modifications do not provide relief over a few weeks, it would be wise to consult a qualified healthcare provider. They could further investigate and provide a more personalized treatment plan specific to your condition. Always take care to report any concerning symptoms and seek professional advice promptly, especially if you experience increased discomfort or severe symptoms.
HELLO CHAMELI,
You had gastritis, acid reflux, gas, and bloating in the past. Right now, the main issue is occasional evening bloating
In Ayurveda terms -Digestivee fire is weakened or irregular -This leads to undigested food toxins formation -vata dosha responsible for movement, gas, bloating becomes aggravated -Pita dosha (fire/acid) is also disturbed due to your history of gastritis and reflux
So this is vata pitta digestive imbalance, showing up as gas, bloating and acidity
TREATMENT GOALS -Strengthen digestive fire-> improve digestion, reduce gas and bloating -Balance vata and pitta-> calm acidity, control bloating -Remove toxin-> detoxify intestines -Prevent recurrence-> long term lifestyle and diet adjustments -Support lunds (as you also have asthma)-> avoid foods and habits that aggravate both digestion and breathing
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at night for 3months =genlte detox, regulates bowel, prevents gas
2) HINGWASTAKA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with ghee , mix into food lunch and dinner =reduces gas, bloating, vata imbalance daily with meals long term can be used
3) AVIPATTIKAR CHURNA= 1/2 tspwith warm water before meals if acidity is more for 4-6 weeks =balances pitta, reduces burning and acid reflux
4) AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals for 6-8 weeks =improves liver function, regulates digestion, clears ama
EXTERNAL THERAPIES
1) OIL MASSAGE= warm sesame oil massage over abdomen in clockwise motion before bath for 10 min daily =calms vata, relieves bloating and improve gut circulation
2) MILD STEAM TO ABDOMEN= improves digestion, reduces ama
HOMME REMEDIES -jeera-ajwain-hing water= boil 1 tsp cumin + 1 tsp ajwain + pinch of hing in 2 cups water-> reduce to 1 cup -> sip warm after meals -Ginger tea= small fresh ginger pieces boiled in water, taken before meals to improve digestion -Buttermilk with roasted cumin + rock salt after lunch not dinner -Soaked fennel seeds water 1 tsp soaked overnight, drink in morning
LIFESTYLE CHANGES -eat light dinner by 7:30-8pm -don’t lie down immediately after eating, wait at least 2 hours -10-15 min slow walk after meals aids digestion -maintain fixed meal timings -avoid overeating and fast eating -reduce stress - stress aggravates both reflux and asthma
DIET
BEST FOODS= moong dal, rice, gourds (bottle gourds, ridge gourd, pumpkin) , leafy greens (cooked), ripe fruits (banana, papaya, apple stews)
AVOID -spicy, fried, oily. , sour, fermented foods -curd at night -carbonated drinks, excessive coffee/tea, alcohol -pulses like chana , rajma, black gram (heavy to digest)
COOKING METHOD= prefer steaming, boiling, light saute over deep frying -use digestive spices (jeera, coriander, ajwain, hing) in small amounts daily
YOGASANAS -vajrasana after meals- aids digestion -Pawanmuktasana- relieves gas -Ardha matsyendrasana- improves digestion and liver function
PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= balances vata and pitta -Bhramari= calms stress, reduces acid secretion -Kapalbhati= strengthens digestion
-Your current symptoms are mild and occasional-> Ayurveda can manage well with diet, lifestyle, and mild medicines -Focus on digestive health, reducing vata-pitta imbalance and preventing ama formation -Ayurvedic treatment is long term and holistic-> not just for symptoms relief but to strengthen your system
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
HELLO ,
I understand your concern. since you have a past history of gastritis, acid reflux, and bloating (sometimes worse is in the evening)
WHY EVENING BLOATING MAY HAPPEN -Slower digestion or indigestion of daytime meals -excess intake of gas-forming foods (beans, cabbage, carbonated drinks, fried/oily foods) -eating late or irregular meals -stress,lack of sleep -past gastritis leading to sensitive stomach
DIET -prefer light, warm , freshly cooked foods in evening -avoid excess fried, spicy, fermented, or sour foods -reduce beans, cauliflower, cabbage, and heavy grains at night -drink warm water or herbal teas -do not overeat at dinner, keep it lght
LIFESTYLE -have fixed meal timings -take a gentle walk after dinner not lying down immediately -manage stress with yoga, pranayam -ensure proper sleep routine
AYURVEDIC REMEDIES
1) HINGWASTAKA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water, after meals
2) Warm water with a pinch of AJWAIN + BLACK SALT
3) TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water if constipation
THANK YOU
DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA
