Food coming through the nose while eating with swallowing difficulty, voice change, and choking is a red flag symptom. It usually suggests a problem with the swallowing mechanism (palate/throat/nerve or esophagus coordination). Possible causes include: Palatal weakness or nerve dysfunction Neurological issues affecting swallowing Severe throat or esophageal inflammation This needs urgent ENT evaluation + possibly a swallowing test (endoscopy or barium swallow). Until then: Eat only soft, semi-solid food Take very small bites, eat slowly Avoid liquids while actively chewing Sit upright while eating Do NOT ignore this or treat only at home—because aspiration (food going into airway) can cause lung infection. Please consult an ENT specialist as soon as possible. Regards, Dr Raghuveer (Ayurvedacharya)
Hello, Your throat and the soft palate (the fleshy back roof of your month) are not closing properly when you swallow. Food and liquid are sneaking into your nasal passage and windpipe instead of going down your food pipe. In Ayurveda, this is called Galagraha/Galasosha- a condition where vata and kapha doshas are imbalanced, weakening the muscles and nerves around your throat Treatment goals -balance doshas -restore function -reduce inflammation -nourish nerves Internal formulations 1) Kanchanar guggulu= 2 tabs twice daily after meals with warm water =reduces swelling and congestion in throat tissues, balances kapha 2) Ashwagandha churna= 1/2 tsp twice daily with warm milk =nourishes and strengthens throat muscles and nervous system (vata) 3) Sitopaladi churna= 1/2 tsp with honey twice daily after meals =clears kapha, soothes throat, reduces cough and voice change 4) Yashtimadhu churna= 1/4 tsp with honey twice daily after meals =excellent throat soother, reduces dryness and hoarseness of voice 5) Saraswatarishta= 15ml with equal water after meals =improves nerve coordination, helps with voice and swallowing control Duration= 3-6 months External treatments 1) Oil pulling= Irimedadi taila =hold in mouth5-10 min, spit, morning =strengthens throat , palate and jaw muscles, reduces vata in head neck 2) Warm water + turmeric gargle thrice daily =reduces inflammation , kills infection, clears excess kapha 3) Nasya= instill 2 drops of Anu taila in each nostril morning on empty stomach =clears nasal passage, strengthens soft palate, reduces regurtitation 4) Neck oil massage -warm sesame oil massage to neck and throat area, daily 10 min =improves blood flow and nerve function in throat neck area Yoga and pranayam -Simhasana= stretches throat and tongue muscles, improves palate tone -matysendrasana= opens throat, strengthens neck muscles -ujjayi paranayam= tones throat muscles, improves airway control -bhramari= vibrates throat tissues, calms vata nervous system -neck exercises= gentle roatation, chin tucks- strengthens swallowing muscles -sheetali= cools excess pitta, soothes inflamamtion Diet -warm cooked meals -soft kichdi rice -warm soups and broths -ghee -turmeric milk -pomegranate -ripe banana Avoid -cold/iced drinks -raw salads -spicy, fried meals -curd at night -carbonated drinks -hard crunchy foods -dry, airy snacks
Eat slowly -small frequent meals always sit upright while eating -never eat lying down Home remedies -turmeric + honey paste= lick slowly twice daily -ginger + licrorice tea= soothes and strengthens throat -sesame seed chewing= exercises jaw and throat muscles -steam inhalation= plain steam or with eucalyptus- 5 min, clears nasal blockage Lifestyle changes -sleep with head elevated -no phone/screen while eating -chew slowly and mindfully -stay warm, avoid cold air -avoid shouting/straining voice -regular sleep schedule -reduce stress (vata aggravator) Your symptoms are real, treatable and manageable- but they need proper diagnosis first. Ayurveda offers excellent supprotive and resotrative care for throat and nerve weakess. with consistent treatment, diet and lifestyle changes, most people see meaningful improvement in 2-4 months. You are not alone - and healing is possible Do follow Hope this might be helpful Thank you
