How do I reduce Gut inflammation - #34457

1.Sutasekhar rasa 250 mg twice daily with honey after meals 2.Avipattikar churna 1 tsp empty stomach in the morning with lukewarm water 3.Triphala tablets 2 tab at bedtime with warm water 4.Narsimha rasayan 1 tsp with warm milk after breakfast 5.Bhrinngraj oil-massage on the scalp twice/ thrice weekly a night before hairwash

Herbal Teas & Decoctions - Coriander + cumin + fennel tea: After meals to reduce bloating - Licorice + amla decoction: Morning for gut healing - Aloe vera juice (unsweetened): 15 ml on empty stomach for inflammation

🧘‍♀️ Lifestyle Tips - Avoid spicy, sour, fermented foods - Eat warm, soft, cooked meals—no raw salads or cold drinks - Early dinner and bedtime - Gentle yoga: Apanasana, child’s pose, and deep belly breathing

WARM REGARDS DR.ANJALI SEHRAWAT

Ayurvedic Understanding of the Causes

The combination of your symptoms strongly indicates a primary imbalance of Pitta and Vata doshas, often complicated by weak digestive fire (Agni) and the accumulation of toxins (Ama). Pitta Imbalance (The Fire/Heat): Severe Inflammation & Acid Reflux: Pitta governs metabolism and digestion (Agni). When aggravated, this Agni turns into Amlapitta (acidic bile/heat), leading to excessive heat and acidity. This is the likely cause of your severe inflammation, stomach ache, and acid reflux.

Hair Shedding/Thinning: Hair is considered a by-product of bone tissue (Asthi Dhatu) but is heavily influenced by Pitta. Excess Pitta (heat) in the body and scalp can overheat the hair follicles, leading to inflammation, thinning, premature graying, and hair loss (Khalitya).

Vata Imbalance (The Air/Movement): Constipation & Trapped Wind: Vata governs movement. An increase in Vata leads to dryness and irregular movement in the colon, resulting in dry stools (constipation), gas, and trapped wind.

Combined Effect: When Vata and Pitta are both high, the intense heat of Pitta can dry out the body, further aggravating Vata, creating a cycle of inflammation, dryness, and irregular digestion. Ama (Toxins) & Weak Agni: Weak Digestion: The digestive symptoms (reflux, constipation, gas) show that your digestive fire (Agni) is compromised. When Agni is weak, food isn’t properly digested, leading to the creation of Ama (toxins/undigested material).

Ama: This Ama can then circulate and deposit in different channels (Srotas), blocking nutrient absorption (contributing to hair thinning) and acting as an irritant, contributing to the overall inflammation.

2. How to Reduce Inflammation and Manage Symptoms (General Ayurvedic Approach)

The goal is to pacify Pitta (reduce heat/acidity), balance Vata (regulate movement/reduce dryness/gas), and strengthen Agni without increasing Pitta.

A. Diet (Ahara) for Pitta & Vata Balance

Avoid Pitta-Aggravating Foods (Reduce Inflammation): Spicy, sour, and acidic foods: Chili, excessive tomato, vinegar, citrus fruits (especially lemon/orange), yogurt (except plain, fresh buttermilk/lassi).

Fermented foods: Pickles, old/fermented cheese. Hot drinks: Excessive coffee, black tea, and alcohol.

Favor Pitta-Pacifying (Cooling) Foods (Reduce Inflammation):

Grains: Oats, rice, barley.

Vegetables: Green leafy vegetables, cucumbers, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and cooked vegetables. Fruits: Sweet fruits like ripe bananas (natural antacid), apples, pears, melons, and sweet berries.

Dairy: Ghee (clarified butter), fresh paneer, and small amounts of homemade buttermilk or lassi. Ghee, in particular, is excellent for reducing inflammation. Address Vata & Constipation (Promote Regularity): Include healthy fats like Ghee and sesame oil in your diet to lubricate the intestinal tract.

Ensure all food is cooked and warm, as raw or cold foods increase Vata.

Increase fiber with well-cooked vegetables and whole grains.

Hydration: Sip on warm water throughout the day.

B. Lifestyle (Vihara)

Manage Stress: Pitta is easily aggravated by intense emotions like anger, frustration, and high stress. Incorporate calming practices like meditation, gentle yoga (forward bends and cooling poses), and Pranayama (breathing exercises like Sheetali or Sheetkari to cool the body).

Eat Mindfully: Eat slowly, chew thoroughly, and do not lie down for at least 2-3 hours after a meal. Avoid eating when angry, anxious, or in a rush.

Regular Routine: Maintain a consistent routine for eating and sleeping to pacify Vata. Aim for an earlier bedtime (before 10 PM is often recommended).

For Severe Inflammation & Acid Reflux (Pacify Pitta):

Herbal Water: Sip warm water boiled with Cumin (Jeeraka), Coriander (Dhania), and Fennel (Saunf) seeds—this is a classic digestive, cooling, and Pitta-pacifying blend. 1) kamdugha rasa- 250 mg before food 3 times with ghee

2) avipattikara chunaav before food 3 times with milk

3) syrup amlapitta mishrana- 10 ml before food 3 times

For Constipation & Trapped Wind (Balance Vata/Clear Ama): 1) erand bhrishta haritaki- 1 tsf 1 hr before food with warm milk

For Hair Shedding (Nourish Asthi Dhatu & Pacify Pitta): 1) jeevamrita leha- 1 tsf after food with milk 2) saptamrita loha - 500 mg+ bhringraja chunaav 3 gm- after food with honey and ghee 2 times 3) bhringamalakadi only massage 10 min 2 times

HELLO SUSANA,

You have mentioned -acid rflux (burning, regurgitation) -constipation and trapped gas -stomach pain, bloating -hair thinning and shedding

All these symptoms point to a disturbed digestive system, which in Ayurveda is called Agni mandya (disturbed digestive fire)- the root of most health problems

DOSHA IMBALANCE

PITTA DOSHA -governs digestion, metabolism and transformation -when aggravated-> leads to acid formation, inflammation, burning sensation, sour taste, ulcers etc  this matches your acid reflux and endoscopic inflammation

VATA DOSHA -governs movement, elimination and nerve impulses -When aggravated -> causes constipation, bloating, trapped wind, dryness, anxiety, insomnia

KAPHA DOSHA -Provides stability and lubrication; less involved here but becomes disturbed if digestion is sluggish

So, you have a pitta- vata imbalance -pitta is too hot and acidic -vata is too dry and irregular

TREATMENT GOALS -pitta pacification= to reduce inflammation and aicdity -vata balancing= relieve constipation, bloating -strengthen agni (digestive fire)= improve digestion and nutrient absorption -rejuvination= nourish hair, skin ,and tissues -prevent recurrence= lifestyle and stress management

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) AVIPATTIKAR CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water twice daily before meals = neutralizes excess acid , cools stomach , promotes proper bowel movement

2) KAMDUDHA RAS (with mukta)= 1 tab twice daily after meals =reduces inflammation of gastric mucos heals ulcers

3) SUTSEKHAR RAS= 1 tab twice daily after meals =antacid, reduces burning, nausea, and reflux 4) AMALAKI RASAYANA = 1 tsp twice daily after meals = rich in vitamin C, soothes mucosa, suppots liver and hair health

5) TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water = nautral colon cleanser, relieves constipation, detoxifies system

6) BHRINGARAJ CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily =strengthens liver an nourishes hair roots

7) ALOE VERA JUICE (unflavoured)= 30 ml on empty stomach morning =soothes inflamed stomach lining, cools pitta

DURATION= 3-6 months

EXTERNAL TREATMENT

1) OIL MASSAGE= daily with coconut oil =balances vata, improves circulation, calms nerves, enhances digestion

2) HEAD MASSAGE= thrice a week with Neelibraingadi taila =prevents hairfall, nourishes scalp

DIET -cooked, warm, mild foods -rice, moong dal, khichdi, barley, oats -ghee small amounts- lubricates intestines -steamed vegetables – bottle gourd, apple (boiled), papaya, pomegranate -coconut water once daily -buttermilk with roasted cumin and coriander daytime -herbal teas= cumin + coriander + fennel , licorice tea

AVOID -spicy, sour , oily or fried foods -tomato, vinegar, citrus foods, pickles -coffee, tea, alcohol, smoking -processed foods, white breads, cheese, cold drinks -late night or irregular eating

LIFESTYLE CHANGES -eat meals at regular times, without distractions -avoid skipping or overeating -do not lie down immediately after meal wait 2 hours -sleep by 10pm , wake up early -gentle walk after meals 15 min aids digestion

YOGA -vajrasana= sit after meals, aids digestion -pawanmuktasana= relieves gas and bloating -setu bandhsana= strengthens abdominal organs -balasana= relieves abdominal pressure -avoid intense heat generating poses like surya namaskar

PRANAYAM -sheetali/sheetkari= cooling breath, pacifies pitta -anulom vilom= balances both vata and pitta -bhramari= reduces stress and acidity

HOME REMEDIES

1) Coriander-fennel-cumin tea =balances all doshas, improves digestion, reduces gas

2) Licorice powder= ½ tsp with honey after meals =soothes stomach lining, natural antacid

3) ALOE VERA JUICE= 30 ml empty stomach morning =heals inflamed mucosa

4) Warm ghee with hot water= lubricates intestines, relieves constipation

5) Buttermilk with cumin and coriander powder- after lunch =improves digestion, reduces acid and bloating

Healing take pastience- Ayurveda works on the root cause not just symptoms First 2-3 weeks= acidity and bloating start settling By 6-8 weeks= digestion improves, energy rises, hair fall stabilizes By 3-6 months= gut lining heals, inflammation reduces, and doshas regain balance

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA