Hello Meera, Looking at your history,it seems that constipation is somehow the reasons behind all other problems,so we will aim to treat it first. Treatment - 1.Abhyaristha -4tsp with 4tsp lukewarm water twice a day after meal 2. Arogyavardhni vati -2-0-2 after meal 3.Udarkalp churna - 1 tsp with lukewarm water at bedtime.
Diet- 1.Eat fibre rich food like salad, fruits,whole grains. 2.Eat apples, orange,oats, soaked and peeled almonds. 3.Adequate amount of water. 4.Avoid items made of maida like bread,buns,pizza, noodles, packaged snacks. 5. Drink hot milk daily. 6. Drink 2-3 glasses of warm water empty stomach. 7. Always take warm and freshly prepared food. 8. Avoid fried food,spicy ,oily ,fast food.
Yoga- Mandookasana, vajrasana, kapalbhati, malasana.
Lifestyle modifications - Don’t ignore constipation problem as it can toany diseases in the future. Avoid those food items when causes constipation. Walk for atleast 30 minutes after dinner. Exercise and do yoga daily. Follow these and you will definitely get relief. Take care Regards, Dr. Anupriya
We need to clear the bowel first, as this will help with bloating, heaviness, and even skin/hair.
Morning Empty-Stomach Routine
Warm lemon water with ½ tsp soaked chia seeds — improves bowel movement & hydration.
Triphala powder – 1 tsp in warm water at night before bed (or 2 Triphala tablets) for gentle cleansing.
If constipation is stubborn – Try Isabgol husk (psyllium husk) 1 tsp in warm water at night.
Meal Habits
Eat your heaviest meal at lunch, lighter dinner by 7 pm.
Avoid cold drinks, raw salads at night, and heavy dairy late in the day.
Include steamed vegetables, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, pumpkin, papaya for easy digestion.
2. Gas & Bloating Reduction
Ajwain + Jeera water — Boil 1 tsp each in 2 cups water, reduce to 1 cup, sip after meals.
Use hing (asafoetida) in cooking.
Avoid overripe bananas, excess potatoes, refined flour, and excess sugar.
Keep meals small but frequent.
Triphala churna- 1 tsp with warm water at night Hingwastaka churna- 1/2 tsp with warm water twice daily before food Ashwagandha capsule- 1 capsule once daily Drink CCF TEA Avoid tea coffe spicy foods
1. Triphala Tablets 2 Tab at bed time 2.Syp.Drakshovin 20 ml-0-20ml with equal quantity of water 3.Abhyarishta 15ml-0-15ml with equal amount of water 4.Amla juice empty stomach in the morning
drink plenty of water add whole grains in your diet have rich quantity of fruits and vegetables
Lack of nutrient absorption is the main reason for lethargy and tiredness. These can be correlated with the skin and hair.
1. Gandharvahasthadi kashayam 15 ml+ 45 ml lukewarm water twice daily before food.
2. Dhanwantaram gulika 2-0-2 with kashaya.
3. Krimighna vati 1 -1-1 after food.
4. Pippalyasavam 10 ml just after food.
Don’t worry MEERA JI,
Start taking these medications,
1.Tab. liv 52 1-0-1 2.Shankh vati 1-1-1 3.Panchsakar choorna 1tsf with lukewarm water twice in a day just after having meal…
Follow up after 15 days.
Take care😊
Before only relying on remedies, it’s wise to check: • Thyroid profile (TSH, T3, T4) • Fasting blood sugar • Vitamin B12, Vitamin D3, Iron levels • Liver function tests (because upper abdomen heaviness can be related to sluggish liver)
2. Ayurvedic Remedies
• Triphala powder — 1 tsp with warm water at night • Ajwain + black salt — chew ½ tsp after meals for gas relief • Include ginger tea or fresh ginger in meals to rekindle digestion
3. For Weight Gain & Lethargy • Lukewarm water sipping through the day • Light dinner before 8 PM (soups, khichdi, vegetable stew) • Avoid daytime naps (l • Daily walk or light yoga (30 min)
4. For Hair Fall & Dry Skin • Bhringraj oil scalp massage twice weekly, leave overnight • Amla juice — 20 ml morning empty stomach • Coconut oil + sesame oil blend body massage before bath (2–3 times/week) • Diet rich in good fats: soaked almonds, walnuts, flax seeds, cow’s ghee in small amount
4. For diet
Include: • Warm water, soups, green leafy vegetables, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, pumpkin • Whole grains like old rice, wheat, millet in moderation • Herbal teas (ginger, cumin, coriander, fennel)
Avoid: • Cold drinks, ice creams, curd at night • Heavy fried foods, refined flour, excessive sweets • Overeating or eating late at night
Hi Meera this is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem…no need to worry maa
Rx -T Anuloma ds 0-0-1 only night with warm water Abhayaarista 1tsp twice before food Avipattikar churna 1tsp with warm water before food Take these medicines you will get relief from your problem…
Constipation, upper abdominal distension, gas, and heaviness can be uncomfortable and disruptive. When combined with weight gain, lethargy, hair fall, and dry skin, it suggests a potential imbalance in the body’s digestive and metabolic systems.
In Ayurveda, these symptoms are often associated with an aggravation of Vata and Kapha doshas.
Here are some Ayurvedic remedies and lifestyle adjustments that may help address these issues:
For Digestion, Gas, and Heaviness:
Triphala: This is a classic Ayurvedic formulation that is highly effective for constipation and improving overall digestion. It is a combination of three fruits: Amalaki (Indian gooseberry), Bibhitaki, and Haritaki.
How to use: Take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of Triphala powder with warm water before bed. It acts as a gentle laxative and helps cleanse the colon.
Warm Water: Drink warm water throughout the day, especially first thing in the morning. This helps stimulate bowel movements and aids digestion.
Ginger: Ginger is a powerful digestive aid. How to use: Grate a small piece of fresh ginger, add a pinch of rock salt and a few drops of lemon juice, and consume it before your meals. This helps stimulate digestive fire (Agni). You can also drink ginger tea.
Cumin, Coriander, and Fennel (CCF) Tea: This tea is excellent for relieving gas, bloating, and indigestion.
How to make: Boil 1 teaspoon each of cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and fennel seeds in 4-5 cups of water. Simmer for 10 minutes, strain, and drink throughout the day.
Fiber-Rich Foods: Incorporate foods rich in soluble and insoluble fiber, such as cooked vegetables (like spinach, carrots, and bottle gourd), whole grains, and fruits like papaya and figs. Avoid raw salads and heavy, hard-to-digest foods.
For Weight Gain, Lethargy, and Heaviness: Kapha-Pacifying Diet: Since weight gain and lethargy can indicate a Kapha imbalance, focus on a Kapha-pacifying diet.
What to eat: Light, warm, and dry foods. Spices like ginger, black pepper, and cinnamon are excellent for boosting metabolism.
What to avoid: Heavy, oily, sweet, and cold foods. Reduce intake of dairy products (especially yogurt and cheese), cold beverages, and refined sugars.
Exercise: Regular, moderate exercise is crucial for stimulating metabolism and reducing lethargy. Brisk walking, yoga, and swimming are good options. Intermittent Fasting: A simple form of intermittent fasting, such as eating only between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., can give your digestive system a rest and help with weight management.
For Hair Fall and Dry Skin: Dietary Fats: Healthy fats are essential for nourished skin and hair.
How to use: Include a tablespoon of warm ghee (clarified butter) in your diet daily. Ghee is considered a “lubricant” for the body in Ayurveda and helps counter dryness.
Hydration: Ensure you are well-hydrated. Drinking plenty of warm water is key.
Herbal Oils: For Hair: Massage your scalp regularly with warm sesame oil or Brahmi oil. This nourishes the hair roots and improves blood circulation.
For Skin: After your bath, apply a few drops of warm sesame oil to your body. This helps lock in moisture and counter skin dryness.
Herbal Remedies: Amalaki (Indian Gooseberry): Rich in Vitamin C, Amalaki is excellent for hair and skin health. You can take it in powder form or as a capsule.
General Lifestyle Recommendations: Mindful Eating: Eat your meals in a calm environment, chewing your food thoroughly. Avoid eating while distracted.
Routine (Dinacharya): Establish a consistent daily routine for waking up, eating, and sleeping. This helps balance the doshas and supports the body’s natural rhythms.
Stress Management: Stress can worsen all these symptoms. Practice gentle yoga, meditation, or pranayama (breathing exercises) to calm the mind.
Looking at the above symptoms it seems that there is an excess of Vata and Kapha doshas, and here for complete treatment it is important to know the complete history of the disease.
Rx dadimashtak curna 1/2 tsf 30 min before food Avipattikar powder 1/2 tsf with leukworm water at bed time
Start Tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water Hingvastak churan 1/2tsp twice daily after food with warm water. Triphala juice 20 ml twice daily after food with water Apply Aloevera gel on face at night before bedtime. Avoid processed fatty fast sugary fried street foods. Follow up after 15 days
HELLO MEERA,
Right now, your symptoms= bloating, constipation, upper abdomenl heaviness, weight gain tiredness, dry skin , hairfall- point to sluggish digestive system and accumulation of waste products (Ama) in your body
In Ayurveda -Agni (digestive fire) is like the cooking flame in your stomach. when it it weak, food isn’t fully digested -Undigested food becomes Ama (sticky toxic residue) which clogs channels, causing bloating, heaviness, joint stiffness, dullness, ski issues, and hair problems -This Ama often mixes with aggravated kapha (heaviness, water retention, slow metabolism) and Vata (gas, dryness,constipation ), leading to your symptoms
Think of it as a clogged kitchen sink with a slow burner- the pipes need cleaning and the flame needs boosting
TREATMENT GOALS -clear accumulated ama (detox the body naturally without harsh chemicals) -Strengthen agni so digestion works efficiently again -balance vata and kapha to reduce bloating, dryness, and heviness -nourish tissues to improve hair and skin health after detox -prevent recurrence by making sustainable dietary and lifestyle adjustments
INTERNAL TREATMENT
1) TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime for 3 months =mild colon cleansing, relieve constipation, detoxifies
2) HINGWASTAKA CHURNA= 1/2tsp with warm water before meals for 2 months =improves digestion, reduce gas and bloating
3) PUNARNAVADI GUGGULU= 1 tab twice daily after meals for 3 months =reduces water retention, inflammation, heaviness
4) AMLA POWDER= 1/2 tsp in morning with warm water for 3 months =antioxidants improves skin and hair health
5) JEERA-DHANIYA-SAUNF TEA= sip warm throughout day =flushhes toxins, improves metabolism ,reduces bloating
EXTERNAL TREATMENTS
1) OIL MASSAGE= warm sesame oil massage daily before bath= improves circulation , reduces dryness, calms vata
2) HEAD MASSAGE= Neelibringadi taila on scalp twice week;y- nourishes hair roots
3) HERBAL STEAM once or twice a week- opens skin ores, removes toxins, releievs stiffness
LIFESTYLE CHANGES -wake up before sunrise to reduce heaviness -drink 1-2 glasses warm water in morning to flush bowels -avoid daytime sleeping- it slows metabolism -take short walks after meals to prevent gas -reduce stress with breathing practices (pranayam)- stress slows digestion
YOGA ASANA -pawanmuktasana= relieves gas -bhujangasana= stimulates digestion -ardha matsyendrasana= massages abdominal organs -setu bandhasana= improves metabolism
PRANAYAM -Kapalbhati= boosts agni, burns ama -anulom vilom= balances vata and kapha -bhramari= calms mind, reduces stress
DIET -Eat warm, cooked, light meals -use spices= ginger, cumin, ajwain,turmeric, black pepper -avoid cold drinks, ice cream, raw salads hard to digest -avoid heavy dairy, fried foods, refined sugar -prefer early dinner- light meal before sunset if possible -hydrate with warm water or herbal teas- avoidd chilled drinks
HOME REMEDIES -Ginger rock salt bite= slice ginger, sprinkle rock salt, chew before meals -Cumin-coriander-fennel water= boil 1 tsp each in 1 L water, sip warm all day -Ajwain water= boil 1./2 tsp ajwain in 1 cup water, drink post meals for gas relief -Castor oil detox= once every 2 weeks, 1 tsp cold pressed castor oil in warm water at bedtime mild laxative effect
Your symptoms are not just digestive- they’re a sign your entire metabolic system needs a reset Ayurveda’s approach is gentle but deep -remove toxins causing the blockages -reignite digestion so food becomes nourishment, not waste -rebuild tissues so you feel lighter, more energetic and look healthier
If followed sincerely for 8-12 weeks, most people feel a marked difference in bloating, energy, digestion, and skin/hair health
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
When it comes to addressing issues like abdominal distension and digestive discomfort, Ayurveda focuses on harmonizing the digestive fire, or agni, which plays a crucial role in maintaining a balanced and healthy digestive system. The symptoms you’re experiencing could be related to an imbalance in the vata or kapha dosha, potentially leading to sluggish digestion and toxin buildup known as ama.
Start by consuming a warm glass of water with a teaspoon of lemon juice in the morning. It can help to stimulate the digestive system. Eating your largest meal in the middle of the day when agni is strongest can also aid digestion. Try incorporating spices like ginger, cumin, coriander, and fennel into your meals, as they enhance digestive fire and reduce gas.
For constipation relief, consider adding triphala churna to your evening routine; about a teaspoon mixed with warm water can support healthy bowel movements. Remember to stay physically active — even light exercises or a walk after meals can significantly improve energy levels and enhance digestion.
Regarding weight and lethargy, avoid cold and heavy foods, processed foods, and sugary items that weigh down the system. Opt for light, fresh, and seasonal foods. Sip warm water or herbal teas through the day to flush out toxins.
For hairfall and skin dryness, gently massage the scalp with warm coconut or sesame oil few times a week, letting the oil penetrate for at least an hour before washing. For skin, consider including healthy fats like ghee and avocados in your diet, and stay well hydrated. You might also try applying a natural moisturizer such as aloe vera, which soothes and hydrates dry skin.
Consistency with these Ayurvedic practices – combined with listening to your body’s cues – can gradually enhance balance and well-being. If symptoms persist, consulting with an Ayurvedic practitioner can provide more personalized guidance, addressing the root doshic imbalances in detail.
Abdominal distension, gas, and related issues often stem from an imbalance in vata dosha, affecting your digestive agni (fire). To tackle this, it’s essential to focus on gently stimulating digestion and balancing doshas. You can start by incorporating freshly grated ginger with a pinch of rock salt into your meals—best taken before meals to kindle agni. Also, cooked foods are preferable to raw, as they are easier on the digestive system.
Adding spices like cumin, coriander, and fennel can help alleviate gas and improve digestion. Try making a soothing tea using these spices; boil them in water for about 10 minutes, then sip warm. Avoid cold and carbonated beverages as they can further aggravate vata and kapha. Eating smaller, more frequent meals instead of large meals can ease discomfort and promote digestion.
For overall lethargy and heaviness, look at your routine and include early morning physical activity, like light yoga or a brisk walk, to invigorate circulation and support digestion. Make sure to have a consistent sleep schedule, as poor rest can also heighten lethargy.
Hairfall and skin dryness may be linked to a vata imbalance or weak rasa and meda dhatus (tissues). Applying warm, herbalized sesame oil to the scalp and body can help retain moisture and reduce vata. Regular massage can boost circulation and nourish these tissues. Consume hydrating foods like cooked veggies and fruits, particularly those like sweet potato and avocado, which nourish the body and support skin health.
If symptoms persist or worsen, a thorough evaluation by an Ayurvedic practitioner is advised to tailor solutions to your unique prakriti and ensure there is no underlying condition requiring specialized treatment. Immediate medical attention is crucial if you experience severe pain, rapid weight gain, or unexplained fatigue, to rule out more serious concerns.
Hi Meera this is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem…no need to worry maa…as age increase you system have less response towards their function… *Avoid non veg and fried items *Drink warm water when you indigestion * Have proper sleep pattern…it also affects on digestive system
Rx- Avipattikar churna 1tsp twice before food Jeerakadya arista 10ml twice after food T Anuloma ds 1 tab only night with warm water…
HELLO MEERA,
1) DIGESTIVE RESET = Agni deepan and ama pachan Improving digestive fire is key
DAILY MORNING ROUTINE -warm water + ginger + lemon (empty stomach) -> stimulates digestion, reduces bloating
BEFORE MEALS -1/2 tsp TRIKATU CHURNA with warm water -> enhances digestive fire, reduces heaviness
AFTER MEALS -1 tsp Avipattikar churna if constipation persists
2) CONSTIPATION AND BOWEL REGULATION Mild herbal laxatives to cleanse colon
-Triphala churna= 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime -> gentle detox, relieves constipation, improves skin
-Castor oil= 1-2 tsp with warm milk once a week -> deep cleaning virechana like effect
3) DIET TIPS Focus on light, warm, and easily digestible foods
EAT -moong dal khichdi with ghee -steamed vegetables with cumin, ajwian, turmeric -buttermilk with roasted cumin and rock salt
AVOID -fried, stale, processed foods -heavy dairy (cheese, panner), cold drinks -white sugar, wheat (if bloating is severe)
4) LIFESTYLE TIPS -early to bed, early to rise aligns circadian rhythm -gentle yoga + pranayam esp. kapalbhati, vajrasana after meals -self oil massage with warm sesame oil 2-3 times/week reduces vata, improves skin and energy
5) SPECIFIC MEDICATIONS
-Hingwastaka churna= 1/2 tsp with warm water before meals for gas and vloating
-Punarnava mandur= 2 tabs twice daily after meals reduces water retention/inflammation
-Dashmoolarishta= 30 ml twice daily with warm water after meals if there is joint/body heaviness
-Chywanprasha= 1 tsp in morning empty stomach for overall rejuvination and hair/skin
6) SKIN AND HAIR SUPPORT
-Aloe vera juice 20 ml in morning helps skin and gut
-Bhringraj oil scalp massage= 2 times/week
-Nourishing diet= soaked almonds, ghee, sesame seeds
THANK YOU
DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA
