How to make bowel movements regular - #26110

hello Khushi, You’re just 22, and what you’re going through sounds very much like an early stage of IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), possibly aggravated by poor gut flora, a weakened digestive fire (mandagni), and Apana Vata imbalance. The repeated urge to pass stool, especially after food or during your periods, the incomplete evacuation, bloating, and the effect of probiotics all point to a gut that’s sensitive, possibly inflamed, and needing reset.

Your digestion is struggling to process food fully, so it creates gas, pressure, and urgency. Your gut movement has become irregular too fast after meals, too reactive, and not strong enough to completely clear waste.

This is treatable and reversible, especially when caught early like this.

1. Internal Medicines (For 6 weeks): Kutajaghan Vati – 2 tablets twice daily after meals Bilwadi Churna – 1 tsp with warm water after meals Mustakarishtam – 20 ml + 20 ml water after lunch and dinner Agnitundi Vati – 1 tablet before meals (for 15 days, then stop) Hingwashtak Churna – ½ tsp with ghee over rice once daily (optional if gas is severe)

Warm, cooked, and light foods only (khichdi, moong dal, jeera rice) Steamed lauki, parwal, carrot, beetroot A pinch of hing + jeera + dry ginger in meals Cow ghee 1 tsp twice daily Warm water or jeera-ajwain water through the day

Street food, fermented items (idli, dosa, bread), cold drinks Milk, curd, paneer (substitute with diluted buttermilk) Fruits that are sour or raw (e.g., guava, papaya) All processed snacks and bakery foods

Triphala powder – 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime, especially if incomplete evacuation Ajwain + Saindhava lavana (rock salt) – Chew ½ tsp after meals

Do not skip meals or overeat Have early dinner (before 8 pm) Avoid lying down immediately after meals

Try Bhramari pranayama and Nadi Shodhana 10 minutes daily Gentle yoga poses: Vajrasana after meals, Pawanmuktasana in morning

Tests (if not recently done): Stool routine & culture CBC, ESR USG Abdomen CRP Serum Vitamin B12 and D3

The goal here is to reset your gut motility, calm down the hypersensitive nerves, and rebuild gut strength. Be regular, patient, and kind with your digestion it heals well when supported right.

If you have any doubts, you can contact me. Take care, Regards, Dr. Karthika

Considering your symptoms and their progression, the discomfort you’re experiencing with bowel movements could be linked to an imbalance in your digestive system, possibly exacerbated by dietary factors or stress-related elements. First, it’s essential to understand that Ayurveda views digestion as a cornerstone of health, with the concept of “agni” or digestive fire central to maintaining balance.

Beginning by addressing your diet is crucial. Reducing or eliminating processed and oily foods, especially street food, can be beneficial as these tend to impair digestion and can lead to aggravated symptoms. Instead, favor a diet rich in easily digestible, fresh, and warm foods like khichdi, soups, and cooked vegetables which help in mitigating irritation to your digestive tract. Avoid cold drinks and raw foods that could extinguish your agni further.

Keeping regular meal times can also stabilize your digestive rhythm. Try having your largest meal during midday when agni is at its strongest. Additionally, incorporate herbs like ginger or cumin in your meals to enhance digestion. Sipping on warm water with a bit of lemon and honey can also assist in cleansing and supporting digestion.

Ayurveda suggests looking into your routine and stress levels as well. Create a daily routine that includes plenty of rest and moments for activities such as yoga or meditation to help in balancing Vata dosha. Regular exercise, such as mild walking, can further support healthy digestion and reducing stress.

Triphala is an Ayurvedic remedy that could be beneficial. Taking 1 teaspoon of triphala powder with warm water before bedtime may help promote regular bowel movements and detoxify the system by tonifying the colon. However, listen to your body, introducing it gradually and monitoring how it affects your symptoms.

It’s important to continue any current medications or treatments prescribed by your doctor, but incorporating these Ayurvedic lifestyle adjustments may support overall improvements in your symptoms. If your condition persist or worsens, consulting with a healthcare professional is essential to rule out any more serious underlying causes.

Based on the symptoms you’ve described, it seems you’re dealing with some digestive imbalance, possibly related to issues in your Vata dosha, which can manifest as irregular bowel movements, inconsistency in stool, and discomfort. This discomfort often gets heightened during stressors like your menstrual cycle. Here’s a plan rooted in Siddha-Ayurvedic principles to help achieve more regularity:

Firstly, begin with regulating your diet. Try to avoid cold, dry, and raw foods as they can aggravate Vata significantly. Instead, favor warm, cooked meals that are easy to digest — like rice porridge (kanji) or well-cooked vegetables. Spices like ginger, cumin, and ajwain (carom seeds) may aid digestion. Additionally, avoiding street food is wise as unstable environments can stress the digestive system.

Pay focus on hydration: Drink warm water throughout the day, as it can soothe Vata and keep your digestive system gently stimulated.

Incorporate a few specific herbs known to balance Vata and enhance digestion. Triphala is an excellent choice as it helps with bowel regularity and overall digestive health. You can take it at night, about half an hour before bed. Common dosage is half to one teaspoon mixed in warm water.

Your description of pain and urgency suggests the need to gently stimulate the ‘Agni’ or digestive fire. Consider taking ginger tea or a small piece of raw ginger with a pinch of rock salt before meals. This can aid in stimulating digestion.

Since you’re still facing discomfort, refrain from self-medication without consulting a qualified physician. Herbal remedies, though beneficial, should be adopted cautiously. If symptoms persist, it’s crucial to continue receiving care from a healthcare provider, especially because abdominal pain, in particular, needs careful attention.

Lastly, incorporating stress-relieving practices like gentle yoga or pranayama (breathing exercises) might also help alleviate symptoms connected with your menstrual cycle.