Causes
The following are the causes of GERD
Dietary causes
Lack of physical activity
Prolonged fasting
Lack of sleep
Excessive smoking
Regular consumption of alcohol
Consumption of drugs or other harmful substances
Symptoms
The symptoms of GERD according to Ayurveda include:
Burning sensation in the chest or throat
Regurgitation
Indigestion
Tastelessness
Fatigue
Sour belching
Nausea and vomiting
Headache
Treating GERD, the Ayurvedic way:
The main aim of Ayurvedic treatment for GERD is to resolve aggravated digestive weakness. The medicines used for GERD should have the power to improve digestive power and digest undigested food.
Amla (Indian gooseberry):
Amla balances the stomach acid level and prevent heartburn.
Vacha (Sweet flag):
It improves digestion, and prevents gas formation in stomach.
Tulsi (Holy basil):
It stimulates production of more mucous and reduces the effect gastric acid, thereby reducing hyperacidity.
Nishoth (Turpeth root):
The active constituent present in this herb reduces the gastric acid secretion. Thus, reducing hyperacidity.
Mulethi (Licorice):
The compounds present in mulethi roots neutralizes gastric acid and relieves heartburn.
Ayurvedic treatment approach to GERD uses natural methods to restore normal balance of the tridoshas. Ayurvedic medications, along with suggested lifestyle changes not only decrease the symptoms related to GERD, but also eliminate the root cause of the condition.
