Seeking Advice for Regular Bowel Movements - #38321

Hello I completely understand your concern. Many people experience reduced bowel frequency without realizing it may indicate mild Vibandha (constipation) or a sluggish colon function. But dont worry we are here to help you out😊

✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT

✅INTERNAL MEDICATION

1 Triphala Churna – 1 teaspoon (around 3–5g) with warm milk at bedtime. Acts as a mild laxative and Rasayana, supports liver and colon function.

2 Avipattikar Churna – ½ tsp before lunch and dinner (if acidity or burning sensation accompanies constipation.)

3 Gandharvahastadi Kashayam – 15 ml with equal warm water twice daily before meals (helps in Vata-induced constipation and flatulence).

✅ LIFESTYLE AND DINACHRYA

To support natural peristalsis:

Wake up early (before sunrise) and drink 1–2 glasses of warm water with a few drops of lemon or a pinch of rock salt.

Massage the abdomen gently clockwise using warm sesame oil daily before bath.

Practice yoga asanas that stimulate Apana Vata — Pawanmuktasana, Malasana, Vajrasana, and Ardha Matsyendrasana (do under guidance).

Sleep adequately — lack of sleep aggravates Vata and slows bowel movement.

✅DIET MODIFICATION

Include warm, cooked, slightly oily foods — like moong dal khichdi, vegetable soups, ghee, and warm milk.

Add fiber in balance — oats, vegetables, papaya, soaked raisins, figs, or flax seeds (1 tsp daily).

Avoid dry, cold, or processed foods, excess tea, coffee, or refined flour.

Drink water at regular intervals; warm water helps Vata balance better than cold water.

✅ Ideal Bowel Rhythm

Ideally, one should have one soft, effortless bowel movement daily, preferably early morning.

Passing stool every 2 days is common for some, but if you feel light, clear, and not bloated, it’s not harmful.

However, Ayurveda aims for daily elimination to maintain Agni (digestive fire) and prevent toxin buildup.

Wsihing you a good health😊

Warm regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

Can you mention about your food intake and water quantity.

Poops regular is healthy. The food habits and lifestyle may interfere with this habit.

Drink warm water. Always keep the body hydrated.

1. Triphala ghrita 1/2 tsp at night. Sip some warm water after that.

Follow this for 1 month.

Pls ensure to follow up Take care, Dr. Shaniba

It can ne normal for your body type. If don’t feel bloated, constipated, heaviness in abdomen, no smelly farts, then it’s okay of you pass stool 2nd day. If you experience any of the symptoms then start with this- 1. Abhayarishtam 15ml-0-15ml with 15ml water before food 2. Hingwashtak powder 1tsp-0-1tsp after food 3. Cap Vasulax 2tab at night with warm water

Have fibre rich diet and have fruits in your meal Avoid excess sugary spicy oily fried foods. Avoid packaged food. Exercise daily for 15-20 minutes. Vajrasana for 5-8 minutes after dinner.

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

1.Triphala Churna 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water 2.Isabgol (Psyllium husk) 1 tsp in the morning with warm milk 3.Eranda Bhrishta Haritaki 2 tab with warm water at bedtime

Diet Tips for Daily Elimination - Include: Warm, cooked meals with ghee, moong dal, ripe bananas, soaked raisins, and seasonal fruits - Avoid: Cold, dry, processed foods, skipping meals, and excessive caffeine - Support digestion: Cumin-fennel tea after meals

Lifestyle Support - Morning routine: Wake early, drink warm water, and sit quietly to encourage bowel reflex - Gentle movement: Yoga poses like Pawanmuktasana, Malasana, and Cat-Cow

Start with Tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water Tablet Nityam 0-0-2 at bedtime with warm water. Include fresh green vegetables in your diet daily Do pranayam lom -vilom kapalbhatti bhastrika daily for 5-10mins twice Do yogasana like mallasan, pavanmuktasan, bhujangasana under expert’s guidance Do leg raises

In Ayurveda, regular elimination is vital to maintain balance in the body. Ideally, a bowel movement every day indicates healthy agni (digestive fire) and proper dosha balance. If you’re having a movement every 2 days, it might be satisfactory for your constitution, but daily elimination is generally encouraged as it helps clear toxins from the body – aiding overall wellness.

You might want to explore a few changes. Try starting the day with a glass of warm water, it gently stimulates the digestive system, potentially aiding regularity. Including warm, cooked meals over raw, especially with spices like cumin, black pepper, or ginger can stimulate digestion and promote regularity. A teaspoon of ghee in warm milk before bedtime can also lubricate the intestines, making it easier to go.

Attention to your dosha is also significant. If you have a predominately Vata constitution, you might need to focus on warmer foods and calming activities. If there’s a Kapha influence, light and spicy foods might be helpful. Pitta individuals should aim to maintain a balance with cool, non-spicy options.

Exercise is another aspect to consider. Regular moderate activity, like yoga or walking for about 30 minutes daily, can support digestion by stimulating the intestines.

Ayurvedic treatments such as herbal remedies can support bowel regularity too. Consider Triphala, which is known for its ability to detoxify and support regular bowel function. Start with a small dose, about a half teaspoon of Triphala powder with warm water at night.

Remember, every individual is unique, so carefully observe how your body responds to these adjustments. If you experience discomfort, consider consulting with an Ayurvedic physician who can offer more personalized guidance based on your prakriti.

Passing tools once every two days can sometimes be normal. If you feel fully relieved, I have no bloating, gas or Anu and your stools are soft and easy to pass, but ideally Ayurveda consider a daily movement essential for proper detoxification and energy balance. You can gently encourage more regular motion by taking Haritaki churna 1 teaspoon with water at bedtime And if you tend to be dry or constipated, then add 1 teaspoon of ghee in warm milk, cut night Drink 2 to 3 L of warm water throughout the day Eat soaked raisins figs each morning Avoid long gaps between the meals Can drink castor oil 1 teaspoon in warm milk or water, weekly ones Over time, your bubbles will become more response, you and you will start passing stool daily without hanging on harsh laxatives