I'm really struggling with acid reflux — how can ayurveda help me manage it better? - #22234

Avoid addiction if any. Regular exercise. Avoid late night dinner. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Regular use of buttermilk. Tab.Yashtimadhu 2-0-2

Avoid spicy food, fermented foods, maida, fried food, bekary food, potato, cold beverages, more intake of tea or coffee, avoid stress if any Take more water, leafy green Veggies, sprout, salad, Include ghee in your diet Take mahatiktaka grita 1 tsp with before food Tab kamaduga rasa 1 tid before food Madiphala rasayana 1 tsp twice a day after food

Include Hing (asafoetida) in your diet. Include buttermilk in your diet. Skip on all addictions. Avoid all types of tea. None will help. Try to have dinner before sunset, if that is not possible try walking atleast 15 mins after dinner. (no brisk walk) Avoid pickles, papad, fried food, non veg food in dinner.

Syp. Bhunimbadi Kadha 2tsp twice a day before with luke warm water

Syp. Amlapitta Mishran 2tsp twice a day after food.

In the start if you experience the reflux you can have 1tsp of Syp. Amlapitta Mishran anytime.

Acid reflex or GERD is the disease of digestive system.when person take improper meal such as spicy food/maida packed food …and meal in impropriate timing such as late night dinner or heavy meals…

DIVYA ACIDOGRIT TAB=2-2 TAB BEFORE MEAL TWICE

DIVYA CHITRAKADI VATI LIVAMRIT VATI=2-2 TAB AFTER MEALS TWICE DAILY

AVOID TEA /COFFIE AND ADDICTION OF ALCOHOL IF ANY

Soak overnight in a glass of water coriander seeds fennel seeds jeera seeds, morning strain and drink empty stomach before breakfast Take gulkand 2tsp twice daily before food with water Kamdudharas ras moti yukta 1-0-1 after food with water Triphala juice 15 ml at bedtime with water

Sopia ,this is Hyperactivity or amlapittap in ayurved. Undigested food turning to acid in the chest.

Eat herbs- coriander, fennel, cumin Support digestion without increasing heat *Aloe vera juice (30 ml/day) Cools internal lining

Foods to Avoid

Avoid - Tomatoes, onions, garlic, Spicy, fried, sour food , Coffee, black tea, alcohol Irritates stomach lining Citrus fruits, vinegar, Chocolate, mint Loosens the lower esophageal valve Cold drinks, ice creams cause reflux flare

Lifestyle Tips-

Eat early dinners – before 7:30 PM

Don’t lie down immediately after meals (wait 2 hrs atleast.)

Walk for 10–15 mins after meals (helps digestion)

Sleep on your left side to reduce reflux at night

Keep stress low (Pitta rises with stress)

These herbs are known to reduce acidity, improve digestion, and soothe your GI tract:

Herb Benefits Yashtimadhu churna Avipattikar churna Shankh bhasma 1gm with warm water. Triphala tablets at night with water. Fennel seeds tea Calms digestion and reduces gas

Hello Sophia

PREVENTIVE TREATMENT FOR GERD ACIDITY

• DIETARY ADJUSTMENTS: Identifying and avoiding trigger foods like Spicy Salty Sour fatty foods, alcohol, caffeine, chocolate, and spicy foods can minimize reflux episodes. • 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. • AVOID OVEREATING:- Avoid Eating Too Much or Full Belly • 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. • WALK AFTER FOOD - Walk 100 Steps After Every Meals • 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 • WEIGHT MANAGEMENT: Losing weight if overweight or obese can significantly reduce pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) and decrease reflux.

100 % RESULT ORIENTED AYURVEDIC TREATMENT U MUST TRY

• Tab.Kamdudha Ras Mukta Yukta 2 Tabs Before Food • Syrup.Amlapitta Mishran 15 ml twice a Day After Food • Avipattikar Churna 1 TSF Tsf Night After Food • Tab.Mentat 1 Tabs twice a Day After Food • Dry Ginger +Liquorice Tea Early Morning

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 😊🙏

If you have any questions u can ask me.I will answer u to the level of your satisfaction.U have Text Option here

Hi Sophia

Acid reflux is very uncomfortable Ayurveda has a gentle, effective path that not only manage but also correct the root cause over time.

the prime cause for acid reflux as per ayurveda is digestive fire imbalance, aggravated pitta (fire element) which leads to excessive heat and upward movement of acids. we call it as AMLAPITTA in Ayurveda

WE CAN OVERCOME THIS BY TAKING AYURVEDIC MEDICATION + DIET MODIFICATIONS + LIFESTYLE CHANES

Diet include- eat warm, soft-cooked food like rice, khichri , oat meal steamed veggies like Zucchini, Pumpkin, ash gourd etc BUTTERMILK(more water diluted with roasted cumin powder) INTAKE OF COWS GHEE- soothers stomach lining Fruits- banana, melons, ripe papaya fennel seeds after meals coconut water can also have fresh Aloe vera juice- best for acidity

AVOID- tomatoes, citrus fruits, lemons vinegar containing food Chinese food items- strictly avoided fried, fermented, spicy, sour food items avoid coffee, tea in excess AVOID ALCOHOL STRICTLY garlic, onion (if severe acidity) processed food, snacks, pickles, cheese etc avoid

DAILY ROUTINE TIPS eat at regular time (especially lunch) Don’t skip meals and do not overeat Chew food slowly - as digestion process start In mouth itself Avoid lying down immediately after meals Sleep by 10 pm strictly

100% effective medications you can start Avipattikar Churna- 1/2 tsp with warm water 15-20 min before meals twice a day yastimadhu powder- 1/2 tsp with honey after food, twice a day Amla capsule- 1 cap twice daily after meals with water Amlapittanashak kadha- 2 tsp with water daily thrice a day before meals

one homemade drink you can try definately FENNEL SEEDS- 1 TSP CORIANDER SEED- 1 TSP LICORICE POWDER- 1/4 TSP AMLA POWDER- 1/2 TSP DRY ROSE PETALS- 1/2 TSP WATER- 2 CUPS

BOIL UNTIL REDUCE TO 1 CUP STRAIN AND SIP LUKEWARM AFTER MEAL- 30 MIN AFTER MEALS

DURATION OF TREATMENT- 3 MONTHS after 3 months you will definitely get good satisfied result

do follow thank you

Acid reflux, as described in Ayurveda, often aligns with an imbalance in the Pitta dosha, which governs heat and sharpness in the body. Ayurveda provides several approaches to managing this, focusing on cooling the digestive fire, known as Agni, and balancing Pitta.

Firstly, it’s crucial to adopt a Pitta-pacifying diet. Avoiding trigger foods like tomatoes, spicy dishes, and fried foods is a great start. Continue with this, yet also try to integrate cooling foods like cucumber, melons, and zucchini. Including more grains, particularly basmati rice and oats, can help stabilize the digestive process.

On the subject of beverages, ginger tea is generally warming—it might not be ideal in excess for Pitta exacerbations like yours. Instead, try fennel tea, or a bit of mint tea—both are soothing and cooling. Drink them after meals, not on empty stomach which might sometimes increase acid sensation.

Herbs such as amla (Indian gooseberry) are recommended for balancing Pitta and providing relief from acid reflux. You can find amla powder in health stores; try taking a teaspoon with water before meals. It’s gentle yet effective on acidity issues and supports digestive health.

Lifestyle changes are equally important. Refrain from skipping meals, as it can disturb Agni. Eat smaller, more frequent meals, and ensure at least a couple of hours between your last meal and bedtime. When eating, avoid distraction; focus on your food to engage all senses, improving digestion.

Lastly, practice stress-relief methods. Stress can heighten Pitta, triggering reflux symptoms. Gentle yoga postures and pranayama (breath control) exercises, especially Sheetali Pranayama, can help cool and calm your system.

While these recommendations align with Ayurveda’s foundations, everyone’s constitution and health conditions are unique. It’s wise to consult with a practitioner for personalized advice or if symptoms persist. If your reflux ever becomes severe or accompanies alarming symptoms, medical attention is necessary.