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Question #5438
95 days ago
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Ayurveda Cleansing - #5438

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For the past few months, I’ve been feeling sluggish, bloated, and just overall off-balance. A friend who’s really into Ayurveda told me I should look into ayurveda cleansing to help reset my body and improve my digestion. I’ve done juice cleanses before, but they didn’t really work for me – I just felt hungry and cranky. This whole idea of ayurveda cleansing seems totally different, but I’m not sure how it works or where to even begin. I read that ayurveda cleansing often involves things like fasting, special diets, or even herbal treatments, but I’m not sure if it’s something I can do at home. Do I need to consult an Ayurvedic practitioner before trying it? My main issue is digestion – I feel heavy after meals, get heartburn sometimes, and I’m constantly bloated. Can ayurveda cleansing help with that? Also, I saw something about Panchakarma being part of ayurveda cleansing, but it sounds super intense. Is that necessary for everyone, or are there milder options for beginners? I don’t want to dive into something too extreme and mess things up. Lastly, I’ve noticed my energy levels are really low in the mornings, and I wonder if toxins in the body (ama, I think it’s called?) could be causing this. Does ayurveda cleansing focus on removing ama? And how do you know if your body has a lot of it?

Ayurveda cleansing
Ayurveda detox
Panchakarma
Ama in ayurveda
Digestive health
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Dr Sujal Patil
Experience of 14 years in clinical and research field of Ayurveda. I am a Science based evidence based Ayurveda practitioner and incorporate accurate diet regimen and minimal medication in my practice with faster results sans no side effects.
95 days ago
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Ayurvedic cleansing, or "detoxification," focuses on removing Ama (toxins) from the body, restoring balance to the doshas, and improving digestion and energy levels. Unlike juice cleanses, Ayurveda uses a holistic approach, including diet, herbal remedies, and lifestyle changes, to support digestion and eliminate toxins without leaving you feeling deprived. Yes, it can help with bloating, heartburn, and sluggishness by resetting your digestive system (Agni), which is a core principle in Ayurveda. Consulting an Ayurvedic practitioner is recommended to tailor the cleanse to your specific dosha and condition. Panchakarma is an advanced Ayurvedic cleansing therapy that involves procedures like oil massages, enemas, and steam treatments. It’s highly effective but intense, so it’s not necessary for everyone. Beginners can try gentler options like a mono-diet cleanse with kitchari (a simple, spiced rice and lentil dish), herbal teas, or digestive tonics such as Triphala. Low energy and digestive issues are often signs of Ama. Signs include feeling heavy, dullness, bloating, and coating on the tongue. A practitioner can confirm this and guide you toward safe and effective home remedies or suggest professional treatments if needed. Starting with small, manageable steps, like eating warm, freshly cooked foods, drinking hot water with ginger, and avoiding processed foods, can make a big difference without overwhelming you.
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