Natural Remedies For Diarrhoea In Summer Season

Abstract

Needless to say, stomach health is very important to show our overall fitness, when we eat the food and is properly digested then we ensure our total well-being. But the food we take is not properly digested, which could give rise to several types of ailments like malabsorption of essential supplements which may lead to weakness, dehydration or sickness. During summers the chances of having stomach sickness is almost doubled than any other season. Diarrhoea is a very common problem during summers that can happen with anyone in the summer season. This condition is usually caused by infectious bacterias or viruses or contaminated food or water. This disease shows symptoms like frequent watery stools or cramps in the abdomen. In this article we are going to discuss the Natural remedies to help you feel better from diarrhoea in the summer season.

Introduction

Diarrhoea in summer season, is a very common ailment, if you don't take proper dietary supplements,then it can lead to improper nourishment of the body and may result in acute dehydration. In the summer season, the risk of these digestive disorders doubles and diarrhoea is one of the baneful conditions of GI Tract, the main reason behind this ailment is food-borne infections. The unhygienic food is the main reason, consumption of intolerable food items can lead to uncontrollable laxative abuse, reduced immune response or even stress can be the leading cause of this ailment. Our stomach is tolerating ever-widening menu of strange foods, chemicals, additives, colours, dyes, processing chemicals, with all this junk material we don't even try to give strength to our digestive system by doing exercises or yoga, even we often eat or irregular times, late night work or parties, very less exercise, insufficient sleep, and stressful life.

What is Diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea is not a disease but this is a symptom of various health related conditions, this is commonly shown as the clinical feature of the GI Tract infections, mainly caused due to the unhygienic food or contaminated water, spicy food preferences, emotional factors or other stressful conditions. In Summers we have very low digestive fire, that gets even more weakened due to our overeating.

In Ayurveda, Diarrhoea is referred to as the Atisara. This is the ailment that is developed due to vitiation of udaka vaha srotas, annavaha srotas, purisha vaha srotas. Cardinal sign of atisaar is frequent watery stools and this is due to the increased ama dosha in the body. Ama dosha can be correlated with undigested toxicated food that leads to diarrhoea. Ama dosha can be originated with highly intake of kledak ahara (intake of junk foods,oily foods, white refined flour foods that leads to increased tridosha), virudhashan (taking wrong food combinations like seafood and milk together, sour curd and milk together), adhyashan (excessive food intake without digested the previous meal), vishmashan (eating fastly and heavy food intake).

Acute diarrhoea always leads to passage of watery fluids that are not formed properly, or shows symptoms like pain in abdomen, dehydration, may lead to emesis or fever. These symptoms may last up to 24 to 48 hours and patients should take proper water intake during the diarrhoea to maintain the proper balance of water and electrolytes. Restrict those foods who do not digest properly, or take more time to digest. Add rice to your meal, semolina, or cereals to get proper digestion.

Let's discuss about the Natural remedies to help you feel better from diarrhoea in summer season -

• Water plays a major role to replenish the fluid and electrolyte loss.
• Soups are also advisable so that sodium can be restored by the salt in soup.
• Banana or chikoo juice can also be added for electrolyte replacement.
• Oral rehydration solutions are also advisable to replenish the fluid intake.
• Eat less solid foods rather than take a semisolid diet.
• Don't take overnight stale food, it can lead to stomach ailments.
• Take freshly prepared food devoid of bacterias and germs, avoid chutneys, sweets, or pani puri stalls due to increased risk of bacterial infections here.
• Try to filter or take boiled water during summers.
• Start taking clean vegetables and fruits from the market that don't contain insects or infected bacterias in them.
• Take sour taste food like buttermilk, tomatoes, lemons to help you to balance the electrolytes.
• Chamomile tea helps to relieve the pain in the stomach, and gives anti-inflammatory effects, and relaxes the abdominal muscles.
• Ginger tea is one of the best home remedies to increase the immunity, and strengthens the GI Tract, helps in empowering the digestion process.
• Apple cider vinegar along with water and honey helps to make the stomach healthier, and strengthens the gut flora.
• Cumin, coriander, mint and lemon water is very beneficial in summers, it helps to give cooling effects in the burning sensation of the stomach, has anti-inflammatory properties, supports the smooth flow of digestive juices and boosts the immunity.
• Pomegranate juice and coconut water is also very beneficial in giving wonderful results in improper digestion or helps to improve the digestive fire, giving a soothing effect on the body.
• Avoid heavy meals and overeating, irregular meals, and the wrong combination of meals.

In Classical Ayurvedic texts, various herbal remedies are mentioned to treat this condition are -

1. Shadanga Paniya consists of Mustak (Cyperus rotundus), udeechya (Pavonia odorata), parpataka (Fumaria indica), usheer (Vetiveria zizanioides), rakta chandan (Santalum album), Nagar or shunthi (Zingiber officinalis) these herbs are taken and added 64 parts of water and reduce it to half, then filter and ready to use. This herbal remedy is used to replenish the fluid and electrolyte imbalance and have anti-inflammatory properties.
2. Dhanya Panchak Kwath consists of dhaniya (Coriandrum sativum), mustak (Cyperus rotundus), udeechya (Pavonia odorata), Nagar (Zingiber officinalis), bilva (Aegle marmelos) is prepared by taking 16 parts of water and reduce upto ¼ th part then filter it to take 10 ml twice daily that helps in indigestion, diarrhoea, malabsorption etc.

Conclusion

In this article we have discussed the herbal and home remedies of diarrhoea. Diarrhoea is very common in the summer season which is the result of the various infectious bacterias that are taken as unhygienic food or water. Herbal home remedies helps to strengthen our bowel system, helps to digest the food properly, enhances the digestive fire, replenishes the fluid and electrolyte imbalance, and boosts the immunity.

Home Remedies for Digestion Problems - Natural Treatment

Abdominal Pain

1. Fennel Seeds:

• Fennel seeds have antimicrobial and pain reducing properties. A good home remedy for abdominal Pain Fennel seeds can be used as:
• In cup of hot water add one teaspoon of crushed fennel seeds. Let it stand for 8 to 10 minutes, allow it to cool and strain it.
• You can add a little honey and drink it slowly.
• Alternatively - After your meals, chew 1/2-1 teaspoon of fennel seeds.

2. Chamomile Tea:

Chamomile is a natural way to soothe the abdominal pain by relaxing the muscles of stomach.

Method:

• Take a teaspoon of dried chamomile in a cup.
• Pour boiling water in this cup and cover it.
• Allow it to stand for 15 minutes, strain
• You can add lemon juice or honey as per your taste.
• Drink the tea slowly.
• Have this Tea two or three times a day.

Anorexia (Loss of Appetite)

1. Oranges:

• Oranges are effective in treating the Anorexia by boosting and cleaning the digestive system.
• Eat 2-3 Oranges daily.
• Alternatively - Orange juice can be another option. You can add little rock salt, lemon juice and a bit of black pepper powder to enhance its taste.
• Follow it for at least a week to get back your appetite.

2. Ginger:

• Ginger is very effective home remedy for to enhance your hunger.
• Take small piece of ginger without its peel and chop it. Add a pinch of rock salt to the chopped ginger and mix well. Consume it 30 minutes before your meal for few weeks.
• Another is that you add a few drops of lemon and a pinch of both asafetida and black pepper powder to paste of ginger. Consume it daily in the morning empty stomach.
• Or you can have ginger Tea.

Gas

1. Cinnamon:

• Cinnamon helps to soothe your stomach and prevents further formation of gas.
• To a cup of warm milk add ½ teaspoon of cinnamon powder. Stir it properly and drink it.
• You can even add little honey to it.
• Alternatively - Cinnamon tea can be another option in which cinnamon powder is added to a cup of boiling water. Let it stand for a few minutes and then drink it.

2. Apple Cider Vinegar:

• Apple cider vinegar will make your stomach acidic enough to digest food and relieve both gas and indigestion. This home remedy soothes the stomach and provides instant relief. In case apple cider vinegar is not available, regular vinegar can be used.
• In a glass of warm water add two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar. Then allow the water to cool to room temperature, and then have it.

Indigestion

1. Lime and Ginger:

• Mix two spoons of lime and ginger juice along with honey in a glass of warm water.
• You can have it after a heavy meal.

2. Cumin Seeds:

• Take 1 tablespoon cumin seeds and it to 2 cups of water.
• Then boil it for 5 min and allow it to cool. Strain it.
• Drink it everyday.

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Vomiting

1. Ginger:

• Ginger is effective for digestive system as it blocks unwanted secretion inside the stomach that can cause vomiting, it acts as natural anti-emetic agent.
• Take a teaspoon of ginger juice and lemon juice. Mix it and consume it many times in a day.
• Alternatively - You can even try for ginger tea with a little honey.
• Or you can have some fresh ginger slices with or without honey.

2. Cloves:

• Cloves are good to use in vomiting. Its aroma and flavor can provide you immediate relief from vomiting.
• In a one cup of water boil 6-8 cloves. Put it to simmer for ten minutes. Then strain this water mix and drink it whenever you feel like vomiting.

Diarrhoea

1. Curd:

• Curd is good for diarrhea as it contains bacteria that destroys the bad bacteria causing diarrhea.
• You can have curd with mashed banana also to help cure diarrhea.
• Alternatively - Curd and teaspoon of ginger juice and mango juice is effective in controlling diarrhea.
• Curd with roasted cumin seeds can be consumed after meal, it prevents and cures diarrhea.

Flatulence

1. Ginger:

• Ginger is effective in Flatulence as it stimulates digestion so food won't stay in your intestines.
• You can have Ginger Tea.
• Take a teaspoon of grated fresh ginger, then pour a cup of boiling water over it and let it soak for 5 minutes. Strain the tea and allow to cool it before you drink.
• Ginger tea is also available as tea bags.
• Even fresh ginger slices soaked in lime juice after meals are helpful in Flatulence.

2. Fennel Seeds:

• Fennel seeds are good for digestion of food as it relieves you from gas problem.
• Its tea can be prepared – Adding ½ teaspoon of fennel seeds in 1 cup boiling water for ten minutes. Then consume this tea.
• You can chew a teaspoonful of fennel seeds after meals.

Constipation

1. Lemon Tea:

• Lemon is one of the most effective remedy for Constipation as it acts as stimulant for digestive system and flushes the things out.
• Take a half lemon and extract its juice, and add it to a glass of warm water. You can even add a pinch of rock salt or ½ teaspoon of table salt and a little honey to it.
• Have it in the morning empty stomach or even in the evening.
• Follow this remedy daily and get good results.

2. High Fiber Diet:

• Fiber diet acts as cleaner, washing out food and waste particles from your digestive tract and soaking up water.
• Foods high in fiber include many vegetables, fruits, fresh oatmeal, almonds, bran cereals, beans, lentils, barley and dried fruits like raisins soaked in water etc.

Piles

1. Radish Juice:

• Radish juice is best home remedy for piles.
• Drink Radish juice starting with ¼ of a cup and shift it to ½ of a cup gradually for period of 1 month.
• Radish paste mixed with honey can be applied locally to get relief from pain.

2. High Fiber Diet:

• Fiber help to soften the stools and through this cleans the digestive system.
• Sources of fiber includes: All kinds of Vegetables, Fruits and others such as flax seeds, almonds, pistachios, prunes, pears, and beans.

Ayurvedic Treatment For Cholera

Cholera is an acute infectious water born disease of small intestine caused by bacteria Vibrio cholerae causing severe watery diarrhea leading to dehydration. It may be accompanied by vomiting and muscle cramps. It takes 1 to 5 days for symptoms to appear. Symptoms vary from none, mild to severe. Cholera can be life threatening as it may lead to death within hours if left untreated.

The disease is more prevalent in places with poor sanitation, crowding, war, and famine. In Ayurveda Cholera is known by the name 'Visuchika'.

Causes of Cholera

It is caused by bacterium Vibrio cholerae, is usually found in food or water contaminated by feces from a person with the infection.

Transmission is usually through the fecal-oral route of contaminated food or water caused by poor sanitation.

Sources of contamination are:

Vegetables and fruits grown in water contaminated with human wastes.

Raw or undercooked fish and seafood in waters polluted with sewage.

When cholera bacteria is ingested by humans, they may not get infected, but they still pass the bacteria in their stool. When human feces contaminate food or water supplies, both can serve as ideal breeding grounds for the cholera bacteria.

Ayurvedic view for the cause of Cholera

As said by Ayurveda, weak gastric fire, impure water, improper food, toxins and mental stress usually cause Atisaar. Aggravated vata brings the fluid part down from various tissues of the body and then into the intestine, this fluid mixes with the stool which then results in loose, watery motions.

Symptoms of Cholera

Symptoms appear within few hours to five days after getting infected.

• Primary symptoms are profuse diarrhea and vomiting of clear fluid leading to dehydration.
• Rice water diarrhea' i.e. stools resembling rice water. Stools contain mucus, epithelial cells and large number of cholera bacteria.
• Dehydration causes dryness of mucous membranes, involving the inside of the mouth, throat, nose, and eyelids.
• Feeling of restlessness and thirst.
• Muscle cramps
• Rapid heart rate
• Skin becomes wrinkled and pale clammy.
• Nausea and vomiting.
• Electrolyte imbalance.
• Anuria may also be there.
• Even circulatory collapse also occurs.

Preventions

• Make sure of only drinking clean water that includes bottled water or boiled water or chemically disinfected.
• Even for brushing teeth, preparing food or drinks, making ice, washing face and hands, dish washing and utensils that you use to eat or prepare food, and even for washing fruits and vegetables clean water should be used.
• Always eat food which is completely cooked and hot and if possible try to avoid food sold by street vendor.
• Washing hands with soap and water frequently. Stick to fruits and vegetables that you can peel yourself,
• Proper sterilization is essential which can be done by complete and managed disposal and treatment of infected fecal waste water produced by cholera victims and all contaminated materials (e.g. clothing, bedding, etc.)
• Warnings should be posted around contaminated water sources, in case there is possibility of cholera contamination, with directions on how to decontaminate the water (boiling, chlorination etc.) for possible use.

Ayurvedic Treatment for cholera in planet ayurveda

1. Digestion Support Capsules:

Digestion Support Capsules is formulation of certain unique herbs that help to retain the natural pH balance in the stomach and aids in digestion of all types of food. These herbs in synergistic manner act to control acidity, flatulence, gas and also constipation. These remove the excessive "Kapha" from the intestines.

Ingredients:

• Amla (Emblica Officinalis): Emblica officinalis in Ayurveda is explained as one of the most useful herbs with rejuvenating properties. Stimulates excretion of digestive juices by being sour in taste. It constitutes natural citric acid and ascorbic acid that is very effective in digestion of Food.
• Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula): It is another efficient herb that provides benefits in gastrointestinal ailments. Improves the appetite and helps in the digestion. It has anti-flatulent and gas relieving property. Improves the immunity and enhances metabolism of the body.
• Baheda (Terminalia Bellerica): It is one of the useful ingredient in very famous formulation 'Triphala'. It removes excessive 'Kapha' which is main cause of loss of appetite. It is helpful in removing the coating of 'Kapha' from the intestines and causes proper excretion of juices.
• Sounf (Foeniculum Vulgare): One of the common herb used in Indian kitchens in cooking. It is useful in relieving gaseous distension of abdomen, pain abdomen due to gas and acidity.
• Dhania (Coriander Sativum): Coriander is another useful and very common herb used commonly in Indian kitchens for cooking. It improves appetite, relieves constipation and gas.
• Pippali (Piper Longum): Efficient use in cases of low appetite and indigestion. It strengthens complete digestive system. It stimulates liver, pancreas and intestines to secrete digestive juices.
• Jeerak (Cuminum Cyminum): Cumin is the commonly used spice in the kitchen. Finds a great role in relieving abdominal pain due to gas and flatulence. The decoction of Cumin, Fennel, and Coriander gives relief from abdominal gas problem. Jeerak improves appetite as well.

Dose: 1-2 Capsules twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

2. Giloy Capsules:

It is an herbal formulation of extract of pure herb Tinospora Cordifolia. Provides soothing effect to the inflamed mucous membrane in the digestive tract. Increases the production of mucin which protects the stomach and duodenum.

Ingredient:

• Giloy (Tinospora Cordifolia): Herbaceous plant having rejuvenating property and enhances immunity to fight against infections.

Dose: 1-2 Capsules twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

3. Kutajghana Vati:

Maintains healthy Intestine. This Ayurvedic preparation is anti-dysenteric, relieves diarrhea i.e. calms all the three doshas (vata, pitta, Kapha). Especially it balances the aggravated Kapha and pitta in digestive system. It reduces inflammation of small and large intestine maintaining normal tone of intestines and restores proper digestion.

Ingredients:

• Kutaja (Holarrhena Antidysenterica): Well-known tree whose various parts (bark, root, stem and seeds) are known to have various medicinal properties like tonic, aphrodisiac etc. which makes its utility in chronic diarrhea, dysentery. Kurchicin is an active principle of Kutaj, which is very effective against causative micro-organisms of diarrhea, dysentery.

Dose: 1-2 tablets twice or thrice daily with lukewarm water

4.Boswellia Curcumin Capsules:

• Shallaki (Boswellia Serrata): Shallaki is an Ayurvedic plant that contains anti-inflammatory terpenoids called boswellic acids. It is found throughout India and used for many herbal preparations.
• Curcumin (Curcuma Longa): Curcumin is derived from turmeric, (Curcuma Longa). Useful in Gastrointestinal systems. Consists of strong antioxidant that removes toxins from the body.

Dose: 1 capsule twice daily, after meals with plain water.

5.Green Essential Capsules:

The green essential capsules are herbal medicines that nourish the cells and fight against health ailments. These are useful in clearing heavy metals. Rich in vitamin B complex, other vitamins and minerals, iron which are responsible for tissue repair and blood formation. Green essential capsules are a very good supplement for pregnant women and growing children.

Ingredients:

• Grape Seed (Vitis Vinifera): Grapes are so rich in Vitamin C that boosts the whole immune system as well as a very good antioxidant that eliminates the toxins out from blood
• Wheat Grass (Triticulum Aestivum): This herbal medicine is a kind of grass is useful in removing toxins from blood. A very useful herb for indigestion.
• Spirulina (Spirulina Platensis): Useful herb with anti-inflammatory properties. Although it tastes like pond scum, Spirulina but it has great health boosting properties. It is full of vitamins and nutrients.
• Alfalfa (Medicago Sativa): Versatile herb possessing qualities as a immunity booster. Effective in Stomach disorders. Tea prepared from alfalfa seeds provides alkaline benefits which is helpful to relieve hyperacidity and controls flow of hydrochloric acid thus supports the activity of the gastric enzyme called pepsin.
• Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis): Green tea having antioxidant known as polyphenols that aids in fighting against free radicals and provides longevity by strengthening immune system.
• Amla (Embllica Officinalis): Amla or Amlaki highly rich source of vitamin C an antioxidant. Amla increases the immunity power and fights against health ailments.
• Chlorella (Chlorella Vulgaris): Chlorella is type of algae, growing in fresh water. It enhances immune system. It is also a very good source of protein, fat, fiber, carbohydrate and minerals. Cell wall of it must be broken down before people can digest it.

Dose: 1-2 Capsules twice daily, with plain water, after meals.