How to reduce inflammation and bloating in body - #21098
I often feel bloated, and full tummy in addition to that I often suffer from nasal congestion ,and cough, related problems as well. Apart from exercising and maintaining a healthy lifestyle I am unable to lose my weight.
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Avoid sugar and sugar processed food, maida, curd, more intake of tea or coffee, cold beverages, fridge item Have hot water regularly Take water boiled with ginger and pepper and have that water Take tab chitrakadi vati 1tid before food Kaidaryadi kashya 15 ml bd before food Lakshmi Vilas rasa 1 tid after food Gandhaka rasayana 1 tsp with milk Do yoga start with simple Surya namaskar 5 cycle daily and gradually increase the number of Surya namaskar cycle Do pranayama atleast 15 mins daily Do Bramari shatkarma If possible visit the nearby panchakarma centre and take one course of Virechana karna This treatment help you to reduce weight and even helps for your bloating Or take Udvartana of weight loss
Try one simple remedy Chew 8-10 cumin seeds post lunch And take 100 steps walk after lunch dinner Avoid too much pulses
Try to drink hot water throughout the day
For nasal congestion you can go for vachadi Tailam Nasya that daily you need to put 2 drops of warm oil in each nostril
Avoid junk processed foods ,cold foods Start with anulom vilom pranayama
Addressing bloating and inflammation, especially when coupled with nasal congestion and cough, requires understanding your body’s dosha imbalance. In Ayurveda, this often points towards a Kapha or Vata imbalance, which can slow down your metabolism and digestion while contributing to mucus accumulation.
To start with reducing bloating, consider your diet closely. Avoid excessive consumption of cold foods, dairy, and heavy meals - these can aggravate Kapha, leading to more congestion and weight gain. Instead, focus on warm, light, and cooked meals that include spices that aid digestion, like ginger, cumin, and turmeric, which can help strengthen your Agni, or digestive fire. Try beginning your meals with a small piece of ginger sprinkled with rock salt to stimulate your digestive secretions.
Pungent, bitter, and astringent tastes can help to balance Kapha, so include plenty of leafy green vegetables, pepper, and legumes in your diet. Drinking warm herbal teas such as fennel or peppermint may also be beneficial in reducing bloating and clear nasal passages as well.
Regarding lifestyle, try to eat your main meal at noon when your digestive fire is strongest and avoid late night eating. Establish a regular routine that includes waking up early (around sunrise) and physical activities that invigorate, like brisk walking, and yoga, specifically forward bends and twists, which help with digestion.
In terms of nasal congestion and recurrent cough, steam inhalation with eucalyptus oil is soothing and helps in clearing nasal congestion. Nasya, or instillation of medicated oils in the nostrils, can also be useful for balancing Vata and Kapha imbalances. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner to find a suitable formulation for you.
Consider a simple detoxification routine such as Panchakarma, under proper guidance, which can help remove deep-seated toxins and restore your body’s natural balance. Keep hydrated but remember not to consume excess water immediately before or after meals as this can dilute digestive juices.
Finally, stress plays a significant role in digestion and overall health, so engaging in relaxation techniques such as meditation or pranayama (breath control exercises) can also improve your body’s response to stress, aiding both digestion and weight loss efforts. Look at losing weight not as a goal but a result of achieving balance across diet, lifestyle, and mental peace.

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