Struggling with Bloating and Weight Gain at 64 - #37282

Don’t worry take udaramritham 20ml bd, matsya tail capsule 1tab, medoharavidangadhi lauha 1tab bd, Sutashekar ras gold 1tab bd enough

Start with - 1. Abhayarishtam: 20 ml mixed with equal warm water, twice daily before meals. 2. Triphala Tablets: 1-2 tablets (500 mg each) nightly with warm water before bed. 3. Hingvastak Churna: ½ tsp twice daily after meals with warm water. 4. Ashwagandha Tab 1-0-1 after food

Diet Guidelines Meals: Warm, light—khichdi, mung dal soup, steamed veggies (bitter gourd, carrots); include fruits (apples, pears), 1 tsp ghee/meal. Hydration/Teas: 8-10 glasses warm water; sip cumin/ginger tea 2x/day. Avoid: Cold/raw foods, meal skipping, heavy dairy; smaller, regular portions for weight control. For Weight: Low-calorie density foods; add fenugreek seeds soaked overnight.

Lifestyle Tips Routine: Fixed meal times; increase yoga/walking to 4-5x/week (20-30 mins, e.g., Pavanamuktasana for bloating). Therapies: Abdominal self-massage with warm sesame oil 3x/week; optional Basti enema under supervision for severe Vata.

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Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

Avipattikara churna 1/2-0-1/2 tsp before meals Hingwastaka churna 1/2-0-0 after breakfast Triphala churna 1 tsp with warm water at night Arogyavardini vati 1-0-1 Dashamoola aristha 10-0-10 ml Avoid raw salads cold drink reheated foods Eat at regular intervals Avoid late night food heavy food Drink cumin fennel carom tea

Hello I can understand your concern regarding bloating, irregular bowel movement, and gradual weight gain but dont worry we are here to help you out😊

✅AYUTVEDUC PLAN OF TREATMENT

1 Triphala Churna 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water (Natural laxative, cleanses colon)

2 Hingvastak Churna ½ tsp before meals with ghee (Reduces bloating & gas)

3 Avipattikar Churna 1 tsp after lunch & dinner (Balances acidity & improves digestion)

4 Punarnavadi Guggul 2 tabs twice daily after meals (Reduces water retention & fat)

Digestive herbal tea (Jeera + Ajwain + Fennel) 1 cup after meals Relieves gas & supports Agni

Regular use for 3 months helps reduce bloating, regulate bowels, and gradually support healthy weight balance.

✅DIET MODIFICATION

✔️Include-

Warm, freshly cooked, light meals. Moong dal, lauki (bottle gourd), ridge gourd, leafy greens. Use digestive spices – cumin, hing, ajwain, turmeric, ginger, black pepper. Drink warm water infused with fennel + coriander seeds throughout the day.

❌Avoid

Cold, raw, or heavy-to-digest foods (salads, yogurt, cheese). Gluten may be avoided, but focus on cooked, warm grains like rice or millet. Sugar, processed snacks, aerated drinks, and late-night eating.

✅LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION

Drink warm water with lemon + pinch of rock salt to awaken digestion.

Yoga & Breathing Practice daily yoga (5–6 days/week) — especially Pavanmuktasana, Vajrasana, and Surya Namaskar.

Eat 2–3 regular meals at fixed times, no skipping or overeating.

After Meals Walk for 10–15 minutes to support digestion.

Avoid heavy dinners , take Triphala regularly, and sleep early.

✅HOME REMEDIES

1. Hing (Asafoetida) Water: Add 1 pinch of hing in warm water and drink before meals — helps instantly relieve bloating.

2. Cumin–Fennel–Ajwain Decoction: Boil 1 tsp each in 2 cups water → reduce to 1 cup → drink warm twice daily.

3. Castor Oil (weekly cleansing): Once a week, take 1 tsp castor oil with warm water at night to cleanse the intestines (if tolerated).

With regular practice for 6–8 weeks, you’ll notice reduced bloating, improved bowel movement, and steady energy levels.

Wishing you a good health😊

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

1.Triphala churna 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water 2.Hingwasthak churna 1 tsp twice daily with warm water just before meals 3.Meddohara guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 4.Dshmoolarishta 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals

Lifestyle & Diet Tips 🥗 Diet - Favor: Warm, cooked meals with barley, moong dal, steamed vegetables - Avoid: Cold/raw foods, dairy-heavy dishes, nightshades (potato, tomato, brinjal) - Supportive spices: Cumin, fennel, ginger, ajwain, turmeric 🕉️ Daily Routine - Abhyanga (oil massage): Daily with warm sesame oil to reduce bloating and stiffness - Gentle movement: Add 10–15 minutes of walking daily, even indoors - Pranayama: Nadi Shodhana and Kapalabhati to stimulate metabolism and reduce stress

Persistent bloating, constipation and weight gain at the age of 64 may be indicative of an imbalance in your Vata and Kapha doshas. Bloating and irregular bowel movements often stem from impaired digestive agni, which is crucial in Ayurveda for processing food efficiently.

You’re currently using Triphala, which is a good choice. It can aid in regulating your bowel movements due to its ability to balance all three doshas. Take Triphala churna with warm water before bedtime. Consistency is key—ensure you take it daily to see sustained benefits.

To address your bloating and weight gain, consider starting with your diet. Focus on warm, cooked foods that are easier to digest. Avoid cold, raw, and processed foods which can exacerbate bloating. Consume small, frequent meals to avoid overwhelming your digestive system. It’s beneficial to include spices like ginger, cumin and fennel in your meals to help ignite the digestive fire.

Try an Ayurvedic practice of drinking warm water with lemon first thing in the morning—it can help in elimination and digestion. Avoid gluten might be supporting your digestive health, but it’s essential to ensure you also avoid processed and packaged gluten-free foods that can be heavy in preservatives and sugar.

Your inconsistencies in Ayurveda lifestyle might be affecting your results. Set a daily routine that includes regular meal times and sleep patterns. Try adding a third day of yoga or some gentle walks to maintain physical activity.

It may also be worth considering a regular body massage or Abhyanga with warm sesame oil to balance Vata and calm nervous system. Ensure you engage in a few minutes of relaxation or meditation daily to address potential stress contributors to your digestive issues.

Lastly, it’s crucial to consult with an experienced Ayurvedic practitioner or a healthcare professional to rule out any underlying medical conditions impacting your health. They can provide tailored advice and ensure your chosen remedies are safe and effective for you.

HELLO,

At 64, your body’s metabolism naturally slows down. In Ayurveda, this slowing down is described as “Agni Mandya”- weak digestive fire

When your digestive fire becomes weak -food does not get digested completely -undigested food forms a sticky, toxic substance called “ama” -This ama blocks normal body channels , disturbing bowel movements and metabolism -Trapped gases ad undigested residues cause bloating and heaviness -The same sluggish metabolism and blocked channels cause weight gain, especially around the abdomen -Irregular bowels or constipation aggravate vata dosha, making the gut even more sluggish and bloated. So, your symptoms- bloating, constipation, weight gain, irregular bowwel movement- are all connected through vata-kapha aggravation with ama accumulation

TREATMENT GOALS -kindle agni- strengthen digestion -digest and eliminate ama- remove toxins -correct bowel movement- normalize vata -balance kapha- reduce heaviness and promote metabolism -rejuvenate tissues- restore gut health and energy

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) TRIKATU CHURA= 1/4 tsp with honey before meals for 4 weeks =stimulates metabolism, burns ama, reduces kapha

2) HINGWASTAKA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water before meals for 6 weeks = carminative, relieves bloating and cramps

3) TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water =normalize vata, mild laxative, detoxifier

4) MEDOHARA GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals for 3 months = balances kapha, aids weight loss and digestion

5) AVIPATTIKAR CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water after meals =relieves heaviness and improves digestion

6) CHITRAKADI VATI= 1 tab before meals =resotres digestive power and bowel tone

LIFESTYLE MANAGEMENT

MORNING ROUTINE -wake up before 6 am -drink 1 glass of warm water with lemon or 1/2 tsp ghee to stimulate bowel movement - perform gentle stretching or short yoga session before breakfast

DAILY HABITS -eat only when truly hungry -do not sleep immediately after eating -avoid sleeping In daytime- increase kapha -keep fixed meal times and sleep schedule -walk for 15-20 min after lunch and dinner -manage stress- tension worsen vata and constipation

NIGHT ROUTINE -have a light, warm dinner by 7 pm -take Triphala with warm water before bed if needed - avoid screens ad late nights

DIET -CEREALS= barley,red rice, millet, quinoa -PULSES= moong dal, lentil soups -VEGETABLES= bottle gourd, pumpkin, ridge gourd, spinach, drumstick -SPICES= cumin, ajwain, fennel ,turmeric, black pepper, ginger -FRUITS= papaya, stewed apple, pomegranate -HEALTHY FATS= small amount of cows ghee

AVOID -cold foods and drinks, ice creams -cheeese, yogurt at night, heavy dairy -refined flour, sweets, fried and junk foods -cabbage, cauliflower, potatoes, beans -eating too fast or eating when not hungry

YOGA ASANAS -pawanmuktasana= removes trapped gas -ardha matsyendrasana= massage digestive organs - trikonasana= improves metabolism -paschimottanasana= tones abdominal organs -setu bandhasana= strengthens core, improves gut circulation

PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= balances doshas -kapalbhati= stimulates digestive ad fat metabolism -bhramari= relaxes mind and gut

HOME REMEDIES -Jeera-ajwain-fennel water= boil 1 tsp each in 3 cups water then reduce to 1 cup sip warm after meals= reduces bloating and gas -Ginger-lemon-honey mixture= take 1/2 tsp before meals- improves agni -Castor oil = once weekly 1 tsp in warm milk at bedtime for natural bowel cleansing if severely constipated -Soaked raisins= 5-6 soaked overnight- help natural morning bowel movement -Warm water therapy= sip throughout the day, avoid cold water

Your symptoms are reversible with consistent lifestyle discipline and proper Ayurvedic management -Ayurevda heals by retraining your digestion, not by forcing bowel movements temporarily

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

Take Gashara churna 1/2-0-1/2 tsp with warm water Chitrakadi vati 1-0-1 to be chewed Cont triphala churna Drink warm water throughout the day Drink buttermilk with pinch of rock salt and roasted cumin powder Drink ccf tea Walk after taking meals