Natural Ways for Getting Rid of Constipation at Home

CONSTIPATION Presentation by:Dr.

Vikram

BAMS, MD (Ayurveda) Chauhan From Chandigarh, INDIA

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 Constipation refers to the infrequent bowel movements in which it is difficult to pass stools.  It makes defecation difficult and painful.  It affects not only the frequency but also the consistency of the stools.

ďƒ˜ The constipation is a symptom itself rather than a complex disease. ďƒ˜ It is a very common gastrointestinal problem that basically occurs due to an unhealthy diet and lifestyle.

ďƒ˜ This problem is more common in children and pregnant women, whereas, in general, it can affect anyone.

 As per Ayurveda, Constipation is considered as “Vibandha’.

Particularly, it comes under ‘Purishvahasrotasvyadhis’.  This condition arises due to the vitiation of Vatadosha and Mandagni (diminished digestive fire)

WHAT CAUSES CONSTIPATION? The Causes Of This Problem Are: 1. Dietary Factors (Aaharaj Karana)

 The foods which are Ruksha (dry), Guru paki (heavy to digest), and Sheeta (Cold) will affect our digestion and responsible for constipation.  Less intake of fibrous diet.

 Excessive fasting.  Irregular food habits – Not taking the meals at proper time intervals.  Excessive intake of Kashaya (Astringent), Katu (Pungent) and Tikta (Bitter) foods.  Less liquid intake.

2. Lifestyle Factors (Viharaj Karana)

ďƒ˜ History of any trauma or injury over the spinal cord and lumbar region can develop back ache.

3. Vega dharana

ďƒ˜ Suppressing the natural urges especially Mutra (Micturition) and Purisha (Defecation).

4. Mental status (MansikKarna)

ďƒ˜ Excessive grief Vatadosha.

can

aggravate

5. Occupational hazard

ďƒ˜ Usually the sitting jobs affect the intestinal peristalsis.

6. Diseases

ďƒ˜ Any associated diseases like inflammatory bowel disorders, Paralytic ileus, Piles, Structural deformities and even a few systemic diseases can cause constipation.

7. Pregnancy

ďƒ˜ Usually during pregnancy, constipation is quite common due to aggravated intra-abdominal pressure.

8. Medicines

ďƒ˜ Even certain medicines can cause constipation.

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS The Signs And Symptoms Are:

 Hard stools.  Anorexia (Aruchi).  Abdominal pains (Udarshoola).  Bloating (Anah)

 Flatulence (Atop).  Indigestion (Ajirna).  Acidity (Amlapita).  Headache (Shira shola).

PATHOGENESIS - AS PER AYURVEDA: Excessive indulgence in the activities and food items which affects Vatadoshain the body Aggravates vatadosha in our body (VataPrakopa)

Gets localized in Intestines (Pakwashya)

Affects Purishwahasrotas

Brings dryness in the colon hence affects the intestinal peristalsis and consistency of stools hence develops difficulty in evacuation.

MANAGEMENT STRATEGY The Management Of Low Back Pain Goes As:

 Detoxifies the Colon.  Maintain the Agni

 Subsides the Vata and Kapha dosha

TREATMENT ďƒ˜ Vibandha can be easily manageable with the medicines. ďƒ˜ Initial we can detoxify our body with the help ofShodhanachikitsa (Purification therapies). Therapies like Basti (Medicated Enema), Virechana (Purgative Therapy), Varti (Suppositories) are beneficial in this condition.

ďƒ˜ Shaman Chikitsa includes the administration of internal medicines so for managing this problem Planet Ayurveda has a perfect solution. ďƒ˜ It is a group of effective herbal remedies that has the potency to treat constipation from its root.

ďƒ˜ The herbs used in these formulations are of standard quality and are natural. ďƒ˜ These are totally chemicals steroids free medicines.

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Description Of Products Presented By Planet Ayurveda To Manage Constipation

1. Vara Churna 2. Kabaj Mukti 3. Triphala Capsules

1. Vara Churna

 A potent herbal formulation which helps to detoxify the body.  It helps to eliminate the accumulated toxins from the body by clearing the Srotas (channels).  It is composed of Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitiki (Terminalia bellirica) and Amalaki (Emblica officinalis).

ďƒ˜ This is an effective laxative that helps to eliminate the Pakwa as well as Apakwa mala (stools).

Dosage: 1 teaspoonful twice daily with lukewarm water after meals.

2. Kabaj Mukti

 The name of the capsules itself defines its action – Kabaj means constipation, Mukti means relief.  So, it’s a perfect blend of herbs in capsules to relieve constipation.

ďƒ˜ It is composed of Haritaki (Terminaliachebula), Senna (Cassia angustifolia), Saunf (Foeniculumvulgare), Trivrit (Operculinaturpethum) and Saunth (Zingiberofficinale).

Dosage: 1 to 2 capsules twice daily with lukewarm water after meals.

3. Triphala Capsules

ďƒ˜ The pure extract of three herbs is incorporated in these capsules i.e.

Amalaki (Emblicaofficinalis),Haritaki (Terminaliachebula), and Bibhitiki (Terminaliabellirica). ďƒ˜ It helps to evacuate the morbid material, waste products hence detoxifies the channels. It also improves appetite and digestion.

Dosage: 1 to 2 capsules twice daily with lukewarm water after meals.

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