Sanket, struggling with acid reflux for two years can be quite frustrating, especially after trying different approaches. In Ayurveda, we aim to balance the agni or digestive fire and address any dosha imbalances that might contributing to your condition. Acid reflux is often associated with an aggravation of the Pitta dosha, leading to excess heat and acidity in the stomach.
Firstly, diet is very essential. You should reduce or avoid foods that are oily, spicy, and high in acid. Opt for a Pitta-soothing diet, which includes cooling foods like cucumbers, melons, asparagus, and leafy greens. Cook with ghee instead of oil; it’s soothing and can help balance Pitta. Drinks coconut water, buttermilk, and herbal teas like licorice or coriander, which can help calm down any excess heat in your system.
Take meals at regular times and eat slowly, allowing your body to properly digest the food. Avoid overeating, which can strain the digestive system. It might help to keep a food diary to identify any particular foods that trigger your symptoms as everyone has diffenrent triggers.
Lifestyle changes are equally crucial. Try to manage your stress as it’s known to exacerbate symptoms. Incorporate gentle yoga, meditation, or pranayama like sheetali pranayama to aid in calming your mind and body. Elevate the head of your bed or avoid lying down immediately after eating to prevent acid flowing back up the esophagus.
In terms of Ayurvedic remedies, you may consider taking Avipattikar churna which is known to balance excess Pitta and soothe reflux. Usually it is recommended to take 1/2 tsp with warm water before meals and before bedtime. However, it’s important to consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner before starting any herbal regimen, especially if you are on, any other medication.
If your symptoms persist, it’s crucial to seek further medical attention to rule out any underlying conditions that may require different treatment. Remember, listening to your body and making gradual adjustments can be your best guides to finding relief.
Follow some simple lifestyle changes and dietary changes and you will see results for your problem.
✔️Do’s✔️ Drink buttermilk daily. Eat freshly cooked food. Drink warm water. Lunch and dinner on fixed timings. 100 steps after every meal. If possible dinner as early as 7-8 pm.
🧘♀️ Yogasan : 🧘♀️ 1. Pawanmuktasana (Wind-Relieving Pose) 2. Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) 3. Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) 4. Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Fold) 5. Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose) 6. Vajrasana (Thunderbolt Pose) 7. Supta Matsyendrasana (Reclined Spinal Twist) 8. Marjaryasana-Bitilasana (Cat-Cow Pose)
🧘♀️ Pranayam: 🧘♀️ 1. Bhramari 2.Bhasrika 3.Kapalbhati 4.Jyoti Tratak 5. Anulom Vilom (breathing in with right nostril and out with left nostril.)
❌Don’ts:❌ Packed and processed food. Ready to eat items. Oily and spicy food. Sour and fermented products. Dals (only moong dal can be eaten) Besan Raw vegetables and sprouts Curd Reduce dairy intake.
Syp. Amlapitta Mishran 2 tsp twice a day just before food.
Tab. Ampachak Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab Laghusuthshekhar Ras 2. tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Praval Panchamrit Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food. Tab. Kutaj parpati vati 1 tab twice a day before food.
Syp. Bhunimbadi kadha (prefer SANDU PHARMA) 2 tsp with half a cup of warm water after food.
Tab. Gandharva Haritaki Vati 2 tabs at bed time with a cup of hot water thrice a week (every alternate day).
Saket ji, 1.Avipattikar Churna— 1 tsp with warm water after lunch & dinner Neutralizes acidity, cools stomach. 2.Kamdugdha Ras (Plain)---- 1 tab 2x/day after meals 3.Sutshekhar Ras (Plain)— 1 tab 2x/day before meals Reduces acid, relieves burning 4.Shatavari Churna ½ tsp in milk at night Soothes and heals stomach lining Diet (Ahaar) Guidelines for Acid Reflux
Eat:
Soft khichdi with ghee
Lauki (bottle gourd), parwal, pumpkin
Cold milk or ghee with warm rice
Soaked almonds, coconut water, fennel tea
Jeera + ajwain boiled water (sipped warm)
Avoid:
Tea, coffee, spicy & fried food
Tomatoes, citrus fruits, curd
Late-night eating or lying down after meals
Maida, refined sugar, cold drinks
First of all avoid pittavardhak ahar vihar like too spicy, sour and salty food. Do KUNJAL KRIYA if you are comfortable with this.(twice in a week) And start taking 1.sutshekhar rasa 1-0-1 empty stomach 2.kamdudha rasa 1 b.d. 3.mukta pishti b.d. 4.avipattikar churna half tsf with Luke warm water b.d. Follow up after 15 days
