Common Causes of Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
- Overeating or eating before previous meal digests
- Frequent consumption of fried, oily, or junk food
- Irregular meal timings disturbing agni
- Emotional stress and mental strain
- Sedentary lifestyle slowing metabolism
Symptoms of Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
- Heaviness in stomach after meals
- Sour belching or acid regurgitation
- Loss of appetite and early fullness
- Nausea, bloating, and abdominal discomfort
- Bad breath with coated tongue
Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
- Deepana-pācana herbs like ginger, pippalī, and ajwain
- Warm water and light meals to ease digestion
- Fasting or laghu āhāra (light diet) during flare-ups
- Pañcakarma like vamana or virecana for chronic cases
- Daily routines with mindful eating and stress management