How to reduce chronic excessive Bloating, constipation - #31299

Hello Prerna, I can understand your concern. From your description, this is a chronic digestive imbalance that has persisted for years despite dietary care. But dont worry we are here to help you out😊

This chronicity also risks secondary issues like piles, fissure, anxiety, skin problems, or even hormonal imbalance.

✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT

✅INTERNAL MEDICATION

1 Triphala Churna 1 tsp at bed time with warm water – regulates bowels gently, detoxifies colon, improves absorption.

2 Hingvashtak Churna 1 tsp with warm water just before lunch – taken with warm water before meals; relieves gas, bloating, and cramps.

3 Anuloma Ds 1 tab at bed time

4. Isabgol husk with warm milk + ghee at bedtime – only if constipation is very stubborn.

✅DIET MODIFICATION

✔️Prefer warm, light, freshly cooked meals – khichdi, dal soups, vegetable stews.

❌Avoid cold, refrigerated, stale, and dry foods (bread, raw salads, excess beans, maida, packaged foods).

Add 1–2 tsp cow’s ghee daily – lubricates colon, prevents dryness.

Cook food with carminative spices: hing (asafoetida), ajwain, cumin, black pepper, ginger.

Sip warm jeera-ajwain water or ginger tea through the day.

Eat at regular timings, avoid late-night meals.

✅LIFESTYLE AND DAILY ROUTINE

👉Abhyanga (oil massage): Apply warm sesame oil on abdomen + soles of feet, followed by gentle fomentation. This calms Vata and reduces cramps.

Yoga & Breathing: Pawanmuktasana Vajrasana after meals (5–10 minutes) Bhujangasana, Malasana (squat pose) for colon stimulation Anulom-Vilom Pranayama for Vata balance. Hydration: Warm water through the day, avoid iced drinks Sleep regulation: Try to sleep before 11 pm; poor sleep worsens digestion.

✅DETOX AND PANCHAKRMA (if available)

For long-standing cases like yours, internal detox helps: 👉Sneha Basti (medicated oil enema) – the most effective therapy for Vata-related constipation & bloating. 👉Virechana (therapeutic purgation) – removes accumulated Pitta & Ama, resets digestion.

✅ What to Expect with Consistent Care

Within 2–3 weeks: relief in bloating, easier passage of stools, reduced cramps. Within 2–3 months: bowel habits become regular, digestion feels lighter, energy improves.

Your condition reflects chronic Vata imbalance with weak digestion. The solution is not just fiber but strengthening Agni + Vata pacification

Wish you a good health😊

Warm. Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

No need to worry dear,

First of all avoid vatavardhak ahar vihar like too spicy,bitter, astringent food,capsicum,cauliflower, pea,brinjal etc.

Start taking these medications, 1.Syrup livomyn of charak pharmacy 2tsf thrice in a day 2.Shankh vati 1-1-1 3.Hinguashtak choorna 1tsf with buttermilk twice in a day.

*Use PANCHSAKAR CHOORNA 1TSF with lukewarm water after having meal twice in a day. (FOR CONSTIPATION)

follow up after 1 month.

Take care😊

Kind Regards, Dr.Isha Ashok Bhardwaj

Hello Prerna ji, I would recommend the following treatment for you - 1. Udaramrit vati -2-0-2 after meal 2. Gashar churna - 1 tsp with water before meal 3. Abhyarishta 2tsp with 2tsp lukewarm water after lunch and dinner. 4.Hingvashtak churna -1tsp with water at bedtime. Diet- Avoid peas, cauliflower , capsicum. Drink ajwain water throughout the day Take light and easily digestible meals. Avoid tea, coffee, alcohol. Yoga- Mandookasana,kapalbhati , vajrasana Lifestyle modifications - Walk for 30 minutes after dinner. Take proper sleep at night.

Follow these and you will definitely get results. Take care Regards, Dr. Anupriya

DNT worry follow instructions:-

Divya ACIDOGRIT TAB=2-2 tab before meal twice daily

Divya UDRAMIRIT VATI CHITAKADI VATI=2-2 tab after meal twice daily

Swadist virechak churna=1/2 TSP WITH WATER AT BED TIME…

AVOID fast food/maida/spicy beverages

Do regular yoga and Pranayam=kapalbhati/vazrasana…

Can start on hingwastaka churna- 1/2 tsp with warm water twice daily after food Chitrakadi vati- 1 tab to be chewed twice daily Avoid oily spicy non veg food

Based on the symptoms you’ve described—chronic excessive bloating, constipation, stomach cramps, and gas that doesn’t pass—Ayurveda would likely analyze this as an imbalance of Vata dosha, specifically in the Apana Vayu sub-dosha.

Understanding the Ayurvedic Perspective Vata Dosha: Vata is the energy of movement in the body. It governs all bodily functions, including breathing, circulation, and, most importantly, elimination. It has qualities of being dry, cold, light, and mobile.

Apana Vayu: This is the specific sub-dosha of Vata responsible for downward movement and elimination. It governs the functions of the lower abdomen, including urination, defecation, and menstruation.

The Imbalance: When Apana Vayu is disturbed, its natural downward and outward flow becomes blocked or reversed. This leads to the symptoms you’re experiencing:

Bloating and Gas: Gas is a manifestation of Vata’s airy nature. When the downward flow is blocked, this gas gets trapped, leading to bloating and discomfort.

Constipation: The lack of proper downward movement hinders the elimination of waste.

Cramps: The trapped gas and disturbed movement can cause spasms and cramps in the intestines.

Key Ayurvedic Principles and Potential Recommendations to pacify the aggravated Vata dosha and restore the proper flow of Apana Vayu. This would involve a combination of dietary adjustments, lifestyle changes, and herbal remedies.

1. Dietary Recommendations (Ahara) The goal is to introduce foods that are warm, moist, and grounding to counter Vata’s dry, cold, and mobile qualities.

Favor:

Warm, Cooked Foods: Soups, stews, steamed vegetables, and cooked grains like rice and quinoa are easier to digest.

Healthy Fats: Ghee, olive oil, and sesame oil lubricate the digestive tract and help with elimination. Ghee, in particular, is considered excellent for pacifying Vata.

Warm Spices: Cumin, coriander, fennel, ginger, and asafoetida (hing) are carminative spices that help to reduce gas and bloating. They are often used in cooking or as a digestive tea.

Hydration: Drink plenty of warm water throughout the day. Sipping hot water with a slice of ginger can be particularly helpful.

Avoid (or Reduce):

Cold, Raw Foods: Salads, cold drinks, and ice cream can increase Vata and are difficult for the digestive system to process.

Dry Foods: Crackers, dry toast, and excessively dry grains can worsen constipation.

Gas-Forming Foods: Even if you think you’re avoiding them, some foods like beans (especially without proper soaking and cooking), broccoli, and cabbage can be problematic for a Vata-imbalanced system.

2. Lifestyle Adjustments (Vihara) Routine and regularity are crucial for calming Vata.

Regular Schedule: Try to eat, sleep, and wake up at consistent times each day.

Gentle Movement: Regular, gentle exercise like walking or yoga can help stimulate digestion and the downward flow of Vata.

Stress Management: Stress and anxiety are major aggravators of Vata. Practices like meditation, deep breathing exercises (pranayama), and quiet time can be very beneficial.

Self-Massage (Abhyanga): Massaging the abdomen in a clockwise direction with warm sesame oil can help to move Vata downward and relieve tension.

3. Herbal Remedies (Aushadhi) An Ayurvedic practitioner might recommend specific herbs to address your symptoms. Some common ones include:

1) Triphala chruna-1 tsf at bed time with warm water

2) hinguvastaka churna -1tsf before food with ghee 2 times a day

3) Fennel Seeds (Saunf): Chewing a small amount of roasted fennel seeds after a meal is a traditional remedy for gas and bloating.

Why This Could Be Happening Even with a “Healthy” Diet From an Ayurvedic perspective, it’s not just what you eat, but how and when you eat it.

Agni (Digestive Fire): Your “Agni” or digestive fire might be weak. If Agni is low, even “healthy” foods can’t be properly broken down, leading to the accumulation of toxins (ama) and gas.

The “Vata-Aggravating” Nature of Some “Healthy” Foods: Many foods promoted as healthy, such as raw salads and certain high-fiber options, are naturally cooling and dry, which can worsen Vata imbalance in some individuals. The key is to find foods that are right for your specific constitution and current state of imbalance.

Stress and Rushing: Eating while stressed or in a hurry, or not chewing food thoroughly, can also disrupt the digestive process.

Conclusion Your symptoms of chronic bloating, gas, and constipation are a classic presentation of a Vata imbalance. focus on calming Vata by re-establishing a warm, moist, and grounding diet and lifestyle. The goal is to restore the natural, downward flow of Apana Vayu to ensure proper elimination and digestive comfort.

Don’t worry take laugh suta shekar ras 1tab bd, abhayarista 20ml bd, Pancharista 20ml enough

Start with Tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water Hingvastak churan 1tsp twice daily after food with warm water Tablet Nityam 0-0-1 at bedtime with water Drink adequate amount of water during the day Avipattikar tablet 1-0-1 after food with water.

Chronic bloating and constipation can be quite frustrating. In Ayurveda, this might result from an imbalance in your Vata dosha, impacting your digestive fire, or Agni. Let’s get into some practical, principles-driven approaches that could help address this.

First, consider dietary adjustments. Even though you’re avoiding hard-to-digest foods and consuming fiber, sometimes it’s also about how and when you eat. Warm, cooked meals are typically easier on the digestive system than raw foods. Include spices like cumin, ginger, and fennel in your meals, which can aid in stimulating digestion and relieving gas.

Hydration is crucial, but avoid drinking large amounts of cold water as it can dampen your digestive fire. Sip on warm water or herbal teas like ginger or peppermint throughout the day.

Regular meal times can stabilize Agni. Try eating your major meal at midday, when digestion is strongest, and keep dinner light. Avoid late-night snacks, as they can contribute to bloating.

Incorporating yoga or gentle abdominal exercises might also help in releasing trapped gas. Pavanamuktasana or “Wind-Relieving Pose” is particularly useful. Do these regularly, maybe in the morning to start of your digestion on the right foot.

Triphala, a classical Ayurvedic formula, is know for supporting digestion and bowel regularity. Try taking it at bedtime with warm water — start with a small dose to see how your body responds.

Avoid repeating the mistakes of your past habits; stress plays a significant role too. Practices like pranayama or meditation could help calm your mind, reducing stress-related digestive issues.

Lastly, if symptoms worsen or there’s a lack of improvement, consulting an experienced Ayurvedic practitioner or medical professional is recommended. They can offer personalized guidance after a deeper assessment of your Prakriti and imbalances.

The symptoms like abdominal bloating, stomach cramps, and trapped gas all point to inefficient digestion along with Vata aggravation and toxin build-up. Loaded with Vata aggravation, dry skin and gut inflammation prevents the easy and normal passage of bowel contents.

Warm water with 1tsp of Triphala Churna per day.

Avipattikar Churna ½tsp, 20 minutes prior to the start of the meal.

Hingvashtak Churna ½tsp, the very end of the meal.

Abhaya arishta 4 - 0 - 4 tsp, in equal parts with water.

Drink warm water freely, do not drink cold water.

Warm cooked vegetables, moong dal, soups, and khichdi (a porridge of rice and lentils), do not consume raw cruciferous vegetables and beans, carbonated beverages.

Warm sesame oil for the heel and arm, oil is to be in good quantity for the skin.

Yoga: Kapalabhati, Downward Facing Dog, easy bend; then neck and mid- and lower back.

Over 4 to 5 hours, a soft, slowly moving stool should be attained.

Stand, closed eyes, arms lifted high and the fingers are to feel the sky.

Let’s address your chronic bloating and constipation with an Ayurvedic perspective. These issues often indicate an imbalance in the Vata dosha, particularly affecting the digestive process. Your symptoms suggest that the Agni, or digestive fire, might be weak, leading to incomplete digestion and toxin accumulation known as Ama.

First, integrating a routine can be beneficial. Start your day with warm water mixed with lemon and a pinch of ginger. This helps to kindle the digestive fire effectively. Focus on meals that are warm, cooked, and easily digestible. Avoid raw foods and cold drinks as they can aggravate Vata and dampen the Agni.

Adding specific spices to your diet can also aid digestion. Consider using cumin, coriander, and fennel, either by adding them to your meals or as a simple infusion. Simply boil a teaspoon of each in water, strain, and sip this throughout the day.

Triphala, a traditional Ayurvedic formulation, can be very effective in supporting regular bowel movements and detoxification. Take half to one teaspoon of Triphala powder with warm water, preferably before bedtime, but ensure you’re consistent over a few weeks for best results.

Regular Abhyanga, or self-oil massage, particularly with warm sesame oil, can help balance Vata and promote overall well-being. Follow this with a warm bath to increase circulation and relaxation.

And pranayama practice, like alternate nostril breathing (Nadi Shodhana), can aid in balancing body energies and reducing stress, which often contributes to digestive issues.

If symptoms persist despite these measures, consulting directly with a healthcare professional is advisable to rule out any underlying health concerns that may need further attention.