TOP 7 NATURAL REMEDIES THAT PROVIDE RELIEF IN IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME
- March 20, 2024
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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DEFINITION
Irritable Bowel Syndrome also called IBS , Spastic colon is a common condition that affects the large intestine.
TYPES OF IBS
– IBS-D
– IBS-C
– IBS-mixed
– IBS-U
CAUSES OF IBS
· The exact cause of IBS is unknown.
· Muscle contractions in the intestine.
· Severe bacterial infection
· Food intolerance : Allergies to certain foods can cause IBS.
· Childhood stress , anxiety
SYMPTOMS OF IBS
· Abdominal pain or discomfort
· Cramping
· Bloating and gas
· Constipation
· Nausea and vomiting
· Diarrhea
· General weakness
· Depression
· Mucus in stool
TOP 7 NATURAL REMEDIES FOR IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME.
Some Herbal Remedies that help manage symptoms of IBS include:
1. Ginger
Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties help to reduce bloating and cramps.
2. Turmeric
In turmeric curcumin is the active compound , has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce symptoms of IBS .
3. Peppermint oil
It can help reduce symptoms like bloating , gas and abdominal pain.
4. Aloe vera
It have anti-inflammatory effects and help soothe the digestive tract. It help reduce symptoms of IBS .
5. Triphala
It have laxative properties that help relieve constipation , have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that help reduce inflammation in the gut and improve overall digestive health.
6. Chamomile
It reduce spasms in the gut . chamomile tea has been traditionally used to soothe digestive issues.
7. Fennel Seeds
Fennel known for carminative and anti-inflammatory herb. It provide relief from stomach pain , indigestion and flatulence.
TREATMENT OF IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME
ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA THE MANAGEMENT FOR IBS
In Ayurveda IBS is correlate with “Grahani”.
Panchkarma for IBS .
Shirodhra (warm oil treatment on forehead)
Abhyanga ( therapeutic message)
Chakra Nabhi Bati (warm oil treatment around the naval )
Dietary and lifestyles modifications
Dietary
- Avoid intake of spicy , fried ,processed foods.
- Avoid dairy products such as milk , yogurt and cheese .
- Add buttermilk and cow’s ghee to your diet.
- Follow a balanced and healthy diet and lifestyle.
- Add more fiber-rich foods in your daily diet , including cereals , beans , fruits and vegetables.
Lifestyles
1 Keep yourself hydrated.
2 Regular exercise
3 Proper sleep 7-8 hours.
4 Stress management
YOGA ASANA
– Ardha Matsyendrasana
– Dhanurasana
– Bhujangasana
– Pavanmuktasana
IBS CARE KIT
All Products Description in Detail
1. Pittashekhar Rasa
These are herbal tablets prepared from ingredients like Sootshekhar rasa, Bilva majja, Kalmegha, Shankha bhasma, Kapardika bhasma, etc. that balances pitta dosha in the body. Regular use of these tablets improves digestion, enhances appetite, carminative, reduces acidity, prevents gastric ulcers, reduces heartburn, acts as a laxative, & reduces pain in the abdomen, etc.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
2. Detox Standard Powder
These herbal sachets are prepared from ingredients such as Shankh bhasma, Sutshekhar ras, Parwal pishti, Shukta pishti, Giloy, Kamdudha ras, Shwet parpati that gives calming effect on the stomach. These sachets have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antacid like properties. It mainly affects in lowering the pitta dosha of the body and maintains proper digestion of the body.
Recommended Dosage: Take one sachet twice daily with normal water.
3. Puran Pachak
Puran Pachak is a herbo-mineral Syrup of 200 ml and is Purely Ayurvedic formulation. CAC Puran Pachak syrup helps in Digestion, Supports the Digestive system, and Maintains the doshas in our body. It also helps to remove out impurities or ama from the body. This syrup reduce the Acidity, Detoxify the blood and also Supports the body health. It shows Antacid, Digestive, Anti-inflammatory, Analgesic, Expectorant, and Antioxidant properties. This syrup is made up of pure ayurvedic herbs such as Mulethi, Saunf, Vasakha, Ajwayan, Prpati etc. that helps to maintain the Digestive system and in the body.
Recommended Dosage: Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.
4. Panchsakar Churna:
This is a classical herbal churna prepared from ingredients such as Saindhavan Lavana (Rock Salt), Swarnapatri (Cassia angustifolia), Shatapushpa (Anethum sowa), Shunti (Zingiber officinale), Balaharitaki (Terminalia chebula). These all in combination deal with problems like loss of appetite, abdominal pain, bloating, flatulence, constipation, weak digestion, etc.
Recommended Dosage: Take a half teaspoon of this churna twice daily with normal water.
5. Kutaj Ghan Vati
Kutaj Ghan vati is purely herbal formulation. It is very useful in curing diarrhea, intestinal infection, and dysentery. These herbal tablets deal with all signs & symptoms related to diarrhea patients. Kutaj ghan vati contains ingredients like Kutaj (Holarrhena antidysenterica), Ativisha (Aconitum heterophyllum) that manage the symptoms like abdominal pain, abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, loose stools, general weakness, fatigue, etc. The herbs in these tablets show antioxidant, anti-diarrheal, anti-inflammatory, etc properties.
Recommended Dosage: Take two tablets twice a day before meal with water.
6. Sheet Dhara Syrup
This herbal syrup is prepared from ingredients such as ajwain satav, mushak kapoor, peppermint, etc that naturally relieve the symptoms like bloating, blenching, nausea, vomiting, feeling of discomfort, etc. The regular use of this herbal syrup neutralizes the high acid content, reduces
abdominal pain, & cramps.
Recommended dosage: Take half teaspoonful of this syrup in half a cup of water. Drink this mixture twice daily on an empty stomach.
7. Digestion care tablet
This tablet is unique blend of best digestive herbs like kutaz chal, bilav, dhania, mustak, shankh bhasm, piper mint, and dadima that maintain natural Ph balance in the stomach and aid digestion of all types of food. The herbs present in this control acidity, gas, flatulence, and constipation. These complex problems are the root cause of all diseases. If the digestive system is proper it leads to proper assimilation of the nutrients in the body. As per Ayurveda digestive disorders are due to the imbalance of Pitta doshas. Ama formation leads to digestive disorders.
Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with plain water
Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh is the younger Vaidya in Chandigarh Ayurved & Panchakarma Centre. He is the fourth generation in his family who is practicing as a general consultant in Ayurved & Panchakarma treatment at Chandigarh. In his practice, he had treated more than 1 Lakh Plus patients worldwide.