Constipation Relief Through Ayurvedic Treatment

How often you go to toilet? If it’s less than 3 times a week, you likely suffer
from constipation. It is often due to changes in diet or physical inactivity and inadequate fluid intake etc. when you are constipated and you are only having bowel movements once every couple of days or once or twice in week, the toxins are allowed to recirculate and get reabsorbed into your body. Having regular bowel movements on a daily basis is a key to staying healthy. Constipation occurs when bowel movements are less frequent and stools become difficult to pass.

Causes of constipation

 Lack of fiber
 High consumption of highly refined foods
 Some medications
 Lack of physical activity
 Low levels of beneficial microflora
 Abnormal liver function and bile production
 Thyroid dysfunction
 Stress
 Depression
 Pregnancy
 Diverticular diseases
 Ageing
 Long term use of laxatives
 Irritable bowel syndrome
 Dehydration
 Poor digestive fire

Ayurveda refers constipation as vibandha. It is a signal of imbalanced vata
(apana vata) dosha in the body. Due to various reasons, apana vata get vitiated and lower part of large intestine is blocked and results in constipation. If it is neglected it can result in further complications like hemorrhoids, fissure, fistula, gastritis, liver disorders etc.

How ayurveda manages this condition?

Ayurveda focus on correcting the imbalanced vata dosha and improve
digestion and metabolism. Ayurvedic treatments are not only depends on medications. Lifestyle changes are major factor in treating constipation. At Dr. shyams ayurveda, you can get a safe and natural way of ayurvedic treatment for constipation. We suggest, use of medicines which removes the toxins (ama) from the intestine first. Later medicines given for improving your digestive fire and natural laxatives. These are not only used to treat your constipation but also help you to lead a healthy life. Our treatments are safe and gentle on your body.

Ayurvedic formulations like triphaladi kashayam, kaidaryadi kashayam,
gandharvahastadi kashayam, triphaladi choornam, avipathi choornam,
different eranda preparations, manibadra gulam and other ghee preparations are highly beneficial and it should be taken under supervision of an ayurvedic doctor. panchakarma treatment like virechana, basti (niruha or anuvasana) can be given.

Dr. shyam’s ayurveda recommendations for you

 Use warm and cooked foods
Avoid cold drinks and cold diets
Include green leafy vegetables
Eat fiber rich foods
Apples, banana, oranges, figs are good to treat constipation
Use garlic milk
Spices like turmeric, asafoetida, cumin, ginger are recommended
Avoid heavy, fried, processed foods
Drink adequate amount of warm water
Do not supress your natural urges
Timely food is very important
Regular exercise
Yoga asanas like bhujangasana, pavanmuktasana, trikonasana etc are
helpful
A good sleep habit of 6 - 8 hours of sleep at night
Regular habit of bowel movements
Practice ayurvedic panchakarma therapies
Warm lemon juice is good for constipation

It is always best to consult an ayurvedic doctor when you feel it as a major
issue. Dr. shyams ayurveda is always provides you a better, treatment
suggestions and we always yields side benefits. If you need the best ayurvedic treatment in U.A.E, come and experience our quality treatments at our Dubai & Ajman branches.