Common Causes of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Irregular meals and fast food consumption
- Stress, worry, and emotional suppression
- Weak digestive fire leading to āma (toxins)
- Excess intake of spicy or cold foods
- Sedentary lifestyle disturbing vāta doṣa
Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Abdominal pain relieved after passing stools
- Irregular bowel habits with constipation or diarrhea
- Excess gas, bloating, and discomfort
- Mucus in stools during flare-ups
- Anxiety, irritability, or poor sleep
Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Deepana – pācana herbs to improve agni and clear āma
- Buttermilk, ginger, and cumin for gut balance
- Pañcakarma therapies like basti (medicated enema) for vāta control
- Mindful eating with regular routines and light diet
- Yoga, prāṇāyāma, and meditation to ease stress
