Food intolerance - #1285
I am 59 years old male having very old digestive problems.Can't eat anything always gas and flatulence in the abdomen .Gas is mostly in the right lower abdomen area. Old case of constipation and bleeding piles which aggravate mainly by eating heavy, spicy and fried foods. Because of the above problem can't eat proper diet and become very week and For sometime now even very simple food has started giving problem. Don't understand what should I do. Please suggest some ayurvedic medicine.
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It seems like your digestive issues may be caused by an imbalance in your Agni (digestive fire), particularly with excess Pitta and Vata, leading to poor digestion, gas, and discomfort. Ayurveda would recommend focusing on strengthening your digestive fire while calming inflammation and restoring balance to your gut. You can start by using herbs like Triphala and Hingvastak Churna, which help regulate bowel movements, reduce bloating, and improve digestion. A gentle detox with Panchakarma might be beneficial to clear accumulated toxins (Ama) from your system. It’s important to avoid spicy, fried, and heavy foods, and instead focus on easily digestible, warm, and mildly spiced foods like khichdi (rice and lentil dish) or soups. Consuming ghee, cumin, and fennel may also help soothe and support your digestive system. Lifestyle modifications like stress reduction, proper hydration, and light exercises can further help restore balance and prevent flare-ups. A personalized Ayurvedic treatment plan from a practitioner would be ideal for more specific guidance.
Digestive issues can be a real bother, especially if they’ve been hanging around for ages. From an Ayurveda lens, your symptoms suggest an imbalance, most likely involving the Vata dosha, given the gas and bloating. But there’s probably some pitta dealing with the piles and bleeding. Let’s tackle this step by step, yeah?
First off, considering your constipation and digestive upset, the condition of your agni, or digestive fire, seems pretty weak. So, we gotta kindle that fire nicely. Here’s what you might do: start your day with a glass of warm water, easing into it before breakfast. A pinch of ginger powder with a dash of black salt taken before meals might help spark your digestive fire.
Once you get started on your meals, think of keeping them light and easy on the gut. Avoid heavy, fried, and spicy foods for now. Foods that are warm, moist, and easy on the digestion like moong dal khichdi can be really settling for your system. Also, sipping on warm water rather than cold might aid in digestion throughout the day.
For your piles, Triphala powder taken at bedtime with warm water can ease constipation without aggravating piles. It’s nice and gentle while supporting regular bowel movements. Just about 1 teaspoon before bed should suffice. However, if any discomfort continues or you notice more bleeding, it’s sensible to get it checked with a healthcare provider because safety first, right?
Mind relaxation can also contribute to a balanced digestive system. Explore some light yoga or breathing exercises—Anulom Vilom or simply deep breathing can pacify Vata and aid digestion.
All these measures need time and consistency, ease into them. But don’t let things drag on if you feel worse, seek proper medical assistance if needed, alright? Stay patient, pay attention to your body’s signals, and see how it goes. We’re just working toward balance, one step at a time.

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