Please suggest ayurvedic remedies for constipation. I could not empty my stomach at once. Need to go 2 to 3 time at morning and also one more time in afternoon.

Dr. Sajeev KumarGeneral Physician33yrs exp

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According to Ayurveda, undigested food and occult stool slowly accumulate in the stomach and large intestines respectively and impair Vata Dosha, resulting in obstruction of the digestive tract. When the digestive tract is not clear, the body will not be able to facilitate proper bowel movement, thereby leading to the condition of constipation. Diet & Lifestyle Advice Increase intake of fiber, especially fruits and cooked vegetables. An apple or banana each day is helpful. Bananas should be ripe (bright yellow. Drink 7-8 glasses of water each day, preferably lukewarm in winters and room -temperature water in summers. Have a mid-morning soup, preferably prepared with spinach and tomato. Take daily morning and evening walks for at least 20-30 minutes each. Eat whole grains and nuts. Avoid removing bran from the flour because the bran is an insoluble fiber that clears off the intestines and relieves constipation. Avoid refined foods like white flour, bread, pasta, pizza, white rice, etc. High -protein foods like cheese, red meat, and soybeans can cause constipation, so these must be taken with a bowl of salad and lots of liquids. Meat is constipating and should be avoided. Disturbing psychological factors should be removed, and meals should be taken in a relaxed and calm atmosphere. The food should be warm and freshly -prepared, as cold and stale food slows down the digestive power. Having excessively cold food like ice cream or chilled drinks reduces the bowel movement. Home Remedies Take one table spoon of castor oil at bed time until you get relief. Develop a habit of drinking water in the morning. Start with 2 glasses of water, and increase intake up to 6 - 7 glasses. It is more beneficial if this water can be stored in a copper container overnight. Soak 3-4 dried figs after washing them overnight in water. Eat them first thing in the morning, and also drink the water in which they were soaked. They should also be taken in the evening. Try this treatment for 3-4 weeks. Apply 3 to 4 drops of lukewarm castor oil over the navel at night in kids. It will help in clearing the bowel movements in kids (of age 1- 3 years) in the morning. Apply lukewarm sesame oil on the navel during taking bath and put towel (which is dipped in warm water) on the lower abdomen.  

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