I have mand agni drowsines after eating sluginess - #26578

Hello Rashmi Ranjan, It would be better if you consult with that doctor who has done your purgation and follow his advice. TAKE CARE 😊

Dear Rashmi,

This is Dr. Pavan.

In reference to your question, the complaint you mentioned can be understood in the context of Mandagni (diminished digestive fire). However, Mandagni in your case appears to be vitiated due to Kapha dosha.

Since Kapha aggravation is involved, the approach you took—Langhana (therapeutic fasting) along with Pachana medicines such as Haritaki (Harde)—is appropriate and aligns with classical Ayurvedic management.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any further questions or require clarification.

Warm regards, Dr. Pavan

Dear Rashmi Ranjan,

Post‑meal drowsiness, sleepiness, and sluggishness indicate that mandagni (low digestive fire) and ama (undigested toxins) may still be present despite undergoing virechana. Sometimes, even after a properly done virechana, if agni deepana (digestive fire kindling) and pachana (metabolic clearance) are not supported adequately during sansarjana krama (post‑panchakarma diet regimen), the symptoms can persist.

The approach now will focus on rekindling agni, drying residual ama, and restoring post‑detox metabolism with light, warm, and stimulating measures.

Recommended Supportive Measures:

1. Jeera–Ajwain–Saunf water – Boil ½ tsp each in 3 cups water, reduce to 2 cups, sip warm through the day.

2. Trikatu churna – 1 g with warm water 15 min before meals, twice daily.

3. Hingvashtaka churna – pinch with first bite of meals to reduce bloating and vata.

4. Guduchi kwatha – 15 ml with 30 ml warm water twice daily before food (detox & immunity).

5. Takra (buttermilk) mid‑morning with roasted cumin and rock salt – improves digestion and reduces kapha‑ama.

Diet Advice

Avoid:

1.Heavy, oily, fried, cold, fermented, and processed foods.

2.Wheat, refined sugar, excessive dairy, and cold water immediately after meals.

Include:

1.Warm, freshly cooked meals in small portions.

2.Moong dal khichdi with ginger and black pepper.

3.Steamed vegetables (bottle gourd, ridge gourd, drumstick, carrot).

4.Herbal teas with dry ginger, cinnamon, or tulsi.

Lifestyle Advice

1.Eat at regular times; avoid lying down for 1–2 hr after meals.

2.Gentle walk after meals to aid digestion.

3.Morning sun exposure for 15 min to improve metabolism.

4.Practice deep breathing before meals to activate digestive response.

Follow‑up If drowsiness continues beyond 10–14 days despite these measures, consult your doctor to rule out hypothyroidism, insulin resistance, or other metabolic causes. A repeat agni deepana cycle or mild langhana (lightening regimen) may be advised.

May your digestive fire rekindle fully, energy return, and post‑meal heaviness disappear naturally. Please reach out for follow‑up if symptoms persist or new issues arise.

With kind regards, Dr. Sumi