Common Causes of Celiac disease
- Genetic sensitivity worsened by early gluten exposure.
- Poor agni from erratic food habits and stress.
- Repeated antibiotic use damages gut flora and lining.
- Suppression of digestive urges accumulates āma.
- Overheating pitta foods harm the intestinal wall over time.
Symptoms of Celiac disease
- Chronic diarrhea with bloating and foul-smelling stool.
- Abdominal pain or cramping after wheat intake.
- Fatigue and weakness from nutrient malabsorption.
- Mouth ulcers, skin rashes, or weight loss.
- Irritability, foggy brain, or anxiety from gut-brain imbalance.
Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Celiac disease
- Strict gluten avoidance to reduce āma and flare-ups.
- Strengthen agni with deepana herbs like trikaṭu.
- Gut-soothing herbs like mustā and yaṣṭimadhu heal the lining.
- Rice gruel, buttermilk, and ghee support gentle nourishment.
- Long-term rasāyana therapy rebuilds dhātus and stabilizes immunity.