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Discomfort in the abdomen may be a sign of irritation and inflammation in the intestines, constipation, gas and bloating or tension in the belly due to nervousness, trauma, or shame. Discomfort in the abdomen creates cravings for comfort foods, warmth....
Pain in the abdomen could be serious and should be checked by a medical doctor. As with any indigestion, ayurveda traditionally recommended a simple & light diet, focused on soups with easy to digest ingredients. Ache could indicate acid reflux, colic,...
A sharp pain in the abdomen could indicate colic. Colic is an uncoordinated spasm of the digestive tract. It may feel like a ripping or tearing of the intestines. In contrast, a burning pain feels indicates irritation and inflammation of the digestive...
Pain should always be checked by a medical doctor. Burning abdominal pain may be a sign a wounded or inflamed area of the GI tract (khavaigunya). When this area is irritated it may lead to diarrhea or 'confused type' constipation. In confused...
Pain should always be checked by a medical doctor. Intermittent digestive pain may be due to colic or spasm of the intestines, distension from gas or bloating, and inflammation or irritation of the GI tract.
Pain that wakes you up at night is considered serious and should be checked immediately by a medical doctor.
Pain should always be checked by a medical doctor. Pain relieved by pooping may indicate some inflammation in the rectum, sigmoid colon, or even higher up in the digestive tract. When the fecal matter comes in contact with the irritated area, it causes...
Eating stimulates the digestive organs to secrete fluids. It also stimulates peristalsis, propelling previous meals through the GI tract. The enzymatic action and movement can be abrasive for sensitive irritated tissues.
Pain that causes you to double over is considered serious and should be checked immediately by a medical doctor.
DISCLAIMER: The pathogenesis of each person's condition is unique, and so the diet must be fit to the individual and the unique root causes of the condition in your body. The information on this page is for educational purposes only and should not be used to treat a medical condition. It is not a substitute for medical care. Please check with your doctor before making any changes to your health and wellness routine.
On Joyful Belly, we've created an extensive categorization of food so you can easily match food to your imbalanced biocharacteristics. By eating an optimal diet that balances your biocharacteristics, your whole body is strengthened and the conditions that created the disorder are removed. Once the root causes of the disease are removed, the disease lessens in strength or disappears altogether. Additional remedies - such as herbs and lifestyle practices - focused on the specific disorder, can greatly enhance your healing.
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’
