Sukumar gritha two spoons with warm milk two times a day after meals Triphala churna half spoon with warm water two times a day after meals
Dealing with reflux and indigestion for more than three years sounds really challenging. I understand why you’re looking for something different after trying various treatments like allopathy and homeopathy. Ayurveda can offer some unique approaches that focus on your individual constitution—or prakriti—and balance of doshas, the energies of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha.
Given your symptoms of food reflux, throat burps, weight loss, and weakness, it sounds like your Pitta dosha might be outta balance, especially if there’s an excess of heat and acidity. Also, the state of your agni—your digestive fire—likely needs some nurturing.
Start your day with a glass of warm water mixed with a teaspoon of honey and a squeeze of lemon. It’s helpful for kindlin your agni gently. You’ll want to avoid heavy, greasy foods and instead opt for light, easily digestible meals. Think along the lines of khichdi (a comforting rice and lentil stew) or mung dal soup, which are both soothing and nourishing. Stick to smaller, more frequent meals rather than large ones, this can help reduce the stress on your digestive system.
Consider incorporating herbs like amla to cool down the Pitta and triphala to promote digestion. Steep 1/2 teaspoon of powdered amla in warm water to drink in the morning, and take 1/2 teaspoon of triphala at bedtime with warm water—this might aid in balancing your digestive process over time. Try not to lay down immediately after eating, give your food a proper chance to digest first, maybe about 2 hours.
Make sure to chew your food slowly and thoroughly. By focusing on the act of eating, you harness your body’s natural digestive power. Meditation and pranayama (breathing exercises) could be vital, too, in managing stress, which can aggravate reflux and indigestion.
Since you’ve been experiencing these symptoms for over three years, it’s crucial to continue working with health professionals in partnership with Ayurvedic practices—especially if things don’t improve or worsen. In case of severe or sudden symptoms, urgently seek medical care. It’s about creating harmony within your body, one day at a time.
