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Hernia : Ayurveda Treatment for Hernia Problem

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Dr. Kedar UpadhyayAyurvedic Doctor • 17 Years Exp.Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS), Diploma in Naturopathy & Yoga - NDDY
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Hernia or what in Ayurveda is known as Antra Vriddhi is a condition that takes place when an internal organ in your abdomen gets displaced and protrudes outward, giving rise to swelling in the abdominal region.

Even though you can develop a hernia anywhere in your body, it mostly occurs in the abdominal region and can affect both men and women at any age. Here we find out how Ayurveda helps in treatment for hernia problem and find out some effective ayurvedic medicines and remedies for hernia problem.

Causes of Hernia

Even though hernia can be a hereditary condition, certain factors can contribute to causing it. Always try to use an ayurvedic cure for hernia first, if you don't want to for the surgical procedure:

  1. Persistent coughing
  2. Putting excess pressure while passing feces
  3. Straining your abdominal muscles by exercising or lifting objects that are heavy
  4. Obesity
  5. A buildup of fluid in your abdominal cavity

Symptoms of Hernia

Some of the symptoms that indicate you have hernia include a visible, hard protrusion, development of soft lumps, and pain. However, some people may not experience any symptoms at all. A hernia can be of many types, depending on the part of the body affected and even varying on the basis of your gender. In worst cases, you may require surgery but Ayurveda can cure your hernia completely without the need of you going through a surgical process.

Ayurvedic Treatment for Hernia Problem

Ayurveda helps in curing your hernia by focussing on your diet. If you follow these rules, you can cure yourself of hernia completely.

  1. Reduce the amount of food you eat in a day and take small meals frequently instead of the standard three meals.
  2. While eating, make sure you eat your food slowly.
  3. Drink lots of water and other fluids, but do not consume aerated drinks
  4. It is advised not to take water with your meals, but only to drink a glass of water an hour after and half an hour before each meal. By doing this, you reduce your chances of getting heartburn and aid in the proper functioning of the digestive system.
  5. Eating any form of raw food, such as uncooked meat and vegetables is strictly forbidden along with processed foods such as bread, cakes, cookies, etc. However, when eating cooked food, make sure it's lightly cooked and not overcooked.
  6. Having a glass of juice freshly squeezed from vegetables or fruits is recommended, especially carrot juice as it is enriched with calcium and vitamin A that help in the healing process.
  7. Make sure that whole grains, nuts, seeds, vegetables, and fruits are a part of your diet.
  8. Lastly, go for a walk after each meal and do not sleep after eating, especially if you've had a heavy meal.

Ayurvedic Medicines for Hernia

Use Ayurvedic natural medicines to treat the Hernia problem. These remedies help in balancing the dosas between Vata, Pitta, and Kalpha. These ayurvedic medicines made up different combinations of natural herbs. Check out list remedies for hernia problem:

  1. Gokshur
  2. Haritaki, Bibhitaki & Amalaki
  3. Ginger & Pippali
  4. Shunthi & Chitrak

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