Gastric Disorders

Gastritis is a condition in which the stomach lining known as the mucosa is inflamed. The stomach lining contains special cells that produce acids and enzymes, which help break down food for digestion, and mucus. When the stomach lining is inflamed, it produces less acid, enzymes, and mucus. Severe inflammation of the stomach lining is called acute gastritis and the inflammation that lasts for a long time is called chronic gastritis. If chronic gastritis is not treated, it may last for lifetime.

Causes

The main cause of gastritis is unhealthy food, which include junk food, food cooked in adulterated oil and unhygienic condition. Other causes of gastritis are excess consumption of caffeine, alcohol. Some emotional chaos like stress, depression, sorrow and pain are known to cause gastric ailments.

Consequences

Persons suffering from gastritis endure pain in stomach and head, weakness, unwillingness to eat, heaviness in abdomen. In later conditions some people may also experience constipation and diarrhea.

Food Regime
Do’s:

Consume curds, cheese, fruit juices, boiled and cooked vegetables, low fat fish.

Don’ts:

Avoid alcohol, black and red pepper, chilies, chili powder, and hot peppers which often irritate the stomach lining. Foods with caffeine like coffee, tea, colas and chocolate can increase the amount of stomach acid.

Action

It plays an important role in the formation of gastric juice and gives fast relief from uneasiness caused due to gastritis. The main ingredient Narikela lavana has a cooling effect, helps in digestion and removes the toxic chemicals stored inside the stomach.

Indications

Acute GastritisChronic GastritisDyspepsiaPeptic Ulcer
 

Dosage:

10 ml T.I.D or as directed by the physician.