How can I manage my GERD and panic anxiety? - #21245
How can I manage my GERD and panic anxiety? I also have pain in my stomach near the ribcage. I have tried medicine but it's been a month. I avoid trigger foods, don't drink coffee, never smoked, and don't drink alcohol.
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Medha vati- 1 tab twice daily after food with lukewarm water Avipattikara churna- 1/2 tsp with water before meals Avoid lying on bed immediately after consuming food While sleeping keep your head elevated Drin CCF tea
Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Regular exercise. Tab.Yashtimadhu 2-0-2 Tab.Brahmi 1-0-1 Tab.Guduchi 2-0-2
Do pranayama atleast 15 mins daily Do yoga regularly Do kapalbhati daily Have more water, leafy green Veggies Have mahatiktaka grita 1 tsp with Luke warm water daily before food Take kamaduga rasa 1 tid before food Do head massage with himasagara taila on alternate days and do head bath Do foot massage with mahanarayana taila before sleep
Avoid items which triggers your gerd Also avoid spicy food, fried items, reheated items, curd
Internal medication 1. Mahakalyanka ghritham 1 tsp, morning empty stomach 2. Acidonil 2-0-2 before food 3. Stresscom 1-0-1 after food 4. Dadimadi ghritham 1 tsp at bed time followed by warm water
Externally 1. Apply himsagara taila on head half hour beforr bath
1.Avipattikar churna -( morning evening,half spoon with water)- take only if not diabetic. 2.kamdudha rasa-2-0-2 3 jiva stress free tablet 2 at night What not to eat in Urdhwag Amlapitta / GERD:
#Very spicy, heavily seasoned food (like pickles, rich gravies) #Very oily and deep-fried food. #Very cold or very hot foods (ice cream, extremely hot tea) #Sour foods (tamarind, tomatoes, vinegar, citrus fruits like oranges, sweet lime, lemon) #Coffee and strong tea (caffeine increases acidity) #Chocolate #Soda, cola, and other carbonated drinks (they weaken the valve between the esophagus and stomach) #Processed and junk foods. #Raw onion and garlic (especially in raw form)
What to eat: Light and sattvic meals – like khichdi (rice and lentil dish), porridge, moong dal (yellow lentils), soft chapati. Milk – slightly cool and diluted milk (if tolerated) bottle gourd (lauki), Indian squash (tinda), and pointed gourd (parval) – all light vegetables. Ripe papaya and bananas – soft, non-acidic fruits.
#Water or decoction made from cumin seeds, fennel seeds, and coriander seeds – aids digestion.
#Eat small portions at regular intervals – avoid overeating.
#Buttermilk (chaas) – drink it with a pinch of salt and roasted cumin powder. Important lifestyle tips:
Avoid lying down immediately after eating (wait at least 2–3 hours).
Have a light and early dinner (preferably between 7–8 PM).
Keep your head slightly elevated while sleeping.
Reduce stress (yoga, deep breathing exercises can help).
Kamdudharas ras moti yukta 1 tablet twice daily after food with water Sy Mentat -DS 1tsp. Twice daily after food with water Take gulkand 1tsp twice daily before food with water
Sukumar gritha two spoons with warm milk two times a day after meals Triphala churna half spoon with warm water two times a day Hinguwastka churna half spoon with warm water before bed time
Hello. Take Tab Praval panchamrut 2 tab + Bhunimbadi kadha 10 ml + 10 ml warm water after foods 3 times a Day. Rasayan churna + Avipattikar churna each 1/2 tsp at night With Water.
Hello Sher
PREVENTIVE TREATMENT FOR GERD STAGE 3 ACIDITY PANIC ATTACKS
• WEIGHT MANAGEMENT: Losing weight if overweight or obese can significantly reduce pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) and decrease reflux. • DIETARY ADJUSTMENTS: Identifying and avoiding trigger foods like fatty foods, alcohol, caffeine, chocolate, and spicy foods can minimize reflux episodes. • DE-ADDICTION - Frequently Tea Coffee Chocolate Cessation: Quitting Addictions is crucial as it strengthens the LES and reduces the risk of reflux. • BED ELEVATION: Raising the head of the bed by 6-9 inches can help prevent acid reflux during sleep. • AVOID LYING DOWN AFTER EATING: Waiting at least 3 hours after a meal before lying down or going to bed can reduce the risk of reflux. • SMALLER MEALS: Eating smaller, more frequent meals can reduce pressure on the stomach and minimize reflux. • SLOW EATING: Eating slowly and chewing food thoroughly can improve digestion and reduce the likelihood of reflux. • LOOSE-FITTING CLOTHES: Wearing loose-fitting clothes can reduce pressure on the abdomen and the LES. • CORRECT SLEEP POSITION: Sleeping on the left side may help prevent acid reflux at night. • PRACTICE DYAN MEDITATION:- It helps to control Anxiety and Panic Attacks Peace Calmness mind
AYURVEDIC TREATMENT
• Tab.Kamdudha Ras Mukta Yukta 2 Tabs Before Food • Tab.Shulavajrini Vati 2 Tabs twice a Day After Food • Avipattikar Churna 2 Tsf Night After Food • Tab.Mentat 1 Tabs twice a Day After Food
DO’S :-
All Green leafy vegetables Salads Sprouts Fruits Dry fruits fibers.Fresh Butter milk.Plenty Of Water Fluids intake Rest Light for Digestion specially Semisolid food Rest Good Sleep Sheetali Pranayam counselling. Mulethi+ Water in Copper Vessels Overnight Kept Water
DON’TS :-
Avoid Acidic Salty Sour Spicy Fried Oily Junk food Food Non veg Other Dairy products Milk Wheat Bakery Foods Maida Udad items Fermented Foods Excess Tea Coffee Stress Anxiety Sedentary Life Style Avoid Addictions etc
Regards
Dr Arun Desai
God Bless You 😊🙏
Kaidaryadi kasayam 15ml kasayam+45 warm water morning &evening before food Dadimastaka choornam 1/2tsp with honey morning & evening after food Sankha basma capsule 1-0-1 after food Kalyanaka ghritam 1 spoon morning before food Avoid spicy, sour,fried foods. Drink enough eater
Take following medicines
1. Avipattikar Churna 2 grams with warm water, twice daily before meals. 2. Yashtimadhu Powder 1 teaspoon with warm milk once or twice daily. 3. Saraswatarishta 10 ml with equal water twice daily after meals.
* Avoid Spicy, fried, acidic foods, caffeine, and late-night eating.
* Eat Warm, light, pitta-pacifying foods like khichdi, boiled vegetables, cooling herbs.
* Do Pranayama (especially Anulom-Vilom and Sheetali), meditation, and regular walking.
* Ensure 7–8 hours of uninterrupted sleep.
Hello Sher Don’t not panic as some people have the body constitution of pitt(normal heat of body) but when it get disturbed it produces such problems. It can be managed well. Add ghee prior to food before meal.
With all precautions add yoga like shitli pranayam anuloma vilom bhramari. Please sit in vajra asan after meal for sure. With this start these medicines Rx Medha kwath+ dhasmool kwath 15 ml empty stomach With 1 mulethi tab Avipattikar churn 1 tsp with water/ghee after lunch and dinner. Kamdhudharas 2 -0-2 before meal.
Chant Gaytri mantra if possible. Lord Dhanvantari will heal you soon
These both conditions are interconnected ,for GERD there are effective internal medicines .for GERD along with medicines you need proper counseling too. Am a certified Smrithi consultant if you need my help please contact me personally.
1.Guluchyadi ks tab 2-2-2 before food 2.Shankabhasma capsule 2-0-2 after food 3.Dhanwantharam gulika 2-2-2 after food with jeeraka water 4.Avipathy churnam 1tsp with hot water at night only 5.Manasamitra tab 2-0-2 after food 6.Ksheerabala 101 oil(few drops)+Kachooradi churnam ½tsp make paste and apply over the bregma area- 5pm-6pm You can also practice some Footmassage& head massage too with plan ksheerabala taila daily/ alternative days .
Hello It’s very common who have GERD or severe acid reflux it will leads to anxiety Firstly be conscious about ur food only medicine can’t be helped both Medicine food and ur good sleep it will help u lot to overcome of this problem. Diet- Avoid spicy oil fried items , non veg for some days, sour food, processed food Drink plenty of water(2-3 litres a day) Do take any raw vegetables like salad better to take boiled vegetables. Sleep - No day sleep, 7-8hours night deep and sound sleep 1) Madhiphala rasayana 3tsf-3tsf-3tsf with 3tsf water after food 2) yasthimadhu ghrita 1tsf-1tsf-1tsf before food 10 mins
Just take this medicine for month and get back for consultation
Thank you
Managing GERD and panic anxiety through Ayurveda involves understanding the complexity of both the digestive system and the mind. Let’s start with GERD. This condition often involves an imbalance in the pitta dosha, which can lead to excess acidity and inflammation.
For GERD, focus on cooling and soothing the digestive tract. Include more cooling, pitta-pacifying foods in your diet. You might want to try aloe vera juice, around a couple of tablespoons diluted in water, which can help soothe your stomach lining. Also, consider having coconut water regularly, as it has natural cooling properties. Try to eat your meals at regular intervals, and avoid skipping meals, as this helps maintain healthy digestion.
Regarding the pain near the ribcage, it could be related to GERD or stress-related issues. Practicing pranayama (breathing exercises) such as Anulom Vilom can help calm the nervous system and reduce pain. It’s simple: inhale through one nostril, exhale through the other, and vice versa. Spend about 10-15 minutes daily on this practice.
Now, panic anxiety. It’s likely associated with the aggravation of the vata dosha. Regularity and grounding activities could be beneficial. Abhyanga (self-massage with warm sesame oil) before showering can calm the mind and reduce anxiety levels. Moving away from screens and electronic devices, particularly in the evenings, could also help manage stress and panic.
Incorporating herbs like ashwagandha can be supportive too. It acts as an adaptogen, helping the body manage stress. A gentle teaspoon of ashwagandha powder mixed in warm milk at bedtime might work well.
Since you’ve been trying conventional medicine for a month, and if symptoms persist, please consult with healthcare provider as persistent conditions need immediate attention. Integrating Ayurveda along with professional guidance can provide a holistic approach to your wellbeing.

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