Common Causes of Cholelithiasis

  • Excessive intake of fatty, fried foods
  • Kapha aggravation from obesity and sedentary lifestyle
  • Suppressed natural urges disturbing vāta flow
  • Chronic pitta disorders like hepatitis
  • Irregular eating habits weakening digestive agni

Symptoms of Cholelithiasis

  • Sudden sharp pain in upper abdomen
  • Pain radiating to right shoulder or back
  • Nausea and vomiting after heavy meals
  • Bloating with slow digestion and heaviness
  • Yellowish skin or eyes if bile obstructed

Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Cholelithiasis

  • Deepana-pācana herbs to kindle digestive fire
  • Guggulu and bhūmi āmalakī to clear kapha and pitta
  • Virecana (purgation) to expel accumulated toxins
  • Pathya diet with light, bitter, and fiber-rich foods
  • Lifestyle changes: regular meals, daily walks, stress control