How to heal irritable bowel syndrome with Ayurveda Medicine?

Ayurveda Medicine

Author: Sonia Marcela Benjumea RuízModified date: 29/11/2023

What is irritable bowel syndrome and what are its most common symptoms?

Irritable bowel syndrome or irritable bowel syndrome is a disorder that occurs in the large intestine, and presents signs and symptoms such as abdominal pain and distension, gas or flatulence, changes in intestinal habits, such as episodes of constipation and /or diarrhea, having a feeling that the intestine has not been completely released after going to the bathroom, poor intestinal absorption.

Many of the investigations carried out on this disease indicate that its exact cause is unknown, but it has finally been determined that the origin comes from a mixture of causative factors such as inadequate diet and physical and emotional stress.

How to improve irritable bowel syndrome?

It is necessary to implement correct nutrition, balanced eating habits and routines, and proper management of our emotions.

What is the basis of Ayurveda Medicine and how does it address irritable bowel syndrome?

Ayurveda Medicine is a complete and ancient system of medicine that was born in India, and that provides remedies to achieve and maintain our health and well-being in optimal conditions. It is an individualized medicine. The benefits of Ayurveda Medicine have been proven over centuries of use, and its methodologies are as applicable today in the West as they were thousands of years ago in India.

Ayurveda is a Sanskrit word composed of two terms: Ayur, life; and, Veda, truth, knowledge. Thus, its meaning becomes: The Science or Wisdom of Life. Ayurveda Medicine therapies consist of: medicinal plants, medicinal oils, therapeutic massages, diet and lifestyle recommendations.

The approach to irritable bowel syndrome is carried out taking into account that one of the main factors that determine our health is the balance of agni, digestive strength or the metabolic capacity we have to process food into nutrients and tissues.< /p>

For Ayurveda medicine, irritable bowel syndrome is mainly related to the imbalance of vata dosha, a vital physiological force that is responsible for regulating processes at the level of the large intestine.

What are the Ayurvedic treatments used in the management and cure of irritable bowel syndrome?

Any treatment in Ayurveda medicine is governed by 2 principles:

It is individualized
Seeks to treat the root or cause of the disease, and not just alleviate the symptoms

The treatment consists of:

Correct food and diet
Medicinal plant infusions
Specific medicinal herbs
Detoxification therapy, called panchakarma, within which there is colon therapy called basti, which consists of the application through enemas of plant decoctions and medicated oils
Exercise or healthy physical activity
Meditation and cultivation of mental calm

Are there risks or side effects associated with Ayurvedic treatments for IBS?

Side effects are related to intolerances or allergies to the herbal components of medicinal products. In general, it is a very safe therapy and free of the toxic side effects of synthetic drugs.

What are the differences between the Ayurveda Medicine approach and the conventional Western approach in the treatment of IBS?

In Ayurveda Medicine, we teach that our entire body and its organs work in an integrated way, this makes us more aware and allows us to know what routines, thoughts, emotions and foods are the most suitable for us. We must learn to be responsible for our health and well-being. Find the root of the problem and make decisions that protect our body, calm our mind and learn to enjoy life. This way we will maintain our balance and our overall health, to always lead a happy and healthy life.

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