Constipation (Vibandha) – Causes, Symptoms, and Ayurvedic Treatment

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Constipation is a condition manifested by less frequent bowel movements or hard and dry stools. It is more common in children caused mainly by changes in dietary habits. In most of the cases, constipation will be cured by following a proper diet plan and mild exercises. In Ayurveda, the condition of constipation is clearly explained and is said to be treated properly in order to prevent complications. Vibandha or malasanga is the Ayurvedic term corresponding to constipation.

Causes of Constipation

Constipation is caused by the slow movement of waste products through the digestive tract. This slow movement makes the stool dry and hard. Then it will be very difficult to expel it out from the body. In children, the following factors are mainly responsible for constipation:

  • Dietary changes: Lack of enough fiber-rich food like fruits and vegetables or sufficient fluid may cause constipation in children. When a child’s diet is changed from liquid to solid foods, there are more chances to get constipated.
  • Allergy to dairy products: Allergy to cow’s milk or having a large number of milk products like cheese, butter, etc. can lead to constipation.
  • Suppression of urge to defecate: The child may avoid the urge to defecate because of fear of toileting or being uninterested to stop playing. Some children may be uncomfortable to use public toilets. Also, an incident of painful bowel movement may lead to withholding. 
  • Changes in daily routine: Changes in routine like travel, climate change or mental tension, etc. can affect bowel function. Children can also experience constipation during the beginning of their schooling.
  • Problems with toilet training:  If toilet training starts too early children may become hesitant and start to withhold the urge to defecate.
  • Family history: If family members are having constipated bowels, children will be more prone to have it.
  • Other clinical conditions: In rare cases, constipation may be a symptom of malformation in excretory organs, a problem with the metabolic or digestive system, or any other medical condition.
  • Use of medications: Certain medicines like antidepressants and others can cause constipation.

Ayurveda suggests the reasons for constipation as suppression of urge for defecation, intake of food in large quantity, lack of digestive fire, etc. 

Symptoms of Constipation

Following signs and symptoms may indicate constipation in children:

  • Hard and dry stools
  • Difficulty in passing feces
  • Pain during defecation
  • Abdominal pain
  • Less than three defecations in a week
  • The child may show changes in facial expression and body language while withholding feces

Ayurveda explains symptoms of constipation as excretion of a small quantity of feces, difficulty in defecation, etc.

Ayurvedic Reference of Constipation

Ayurvedic Reference of Constipation
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Ayurvedic Treatment of Constipation

Ayurveda sees the condition of Constipation as crucial because chronic Constipation may lead to many other severe complications. So Ayurvedic management of Constipation includes effective medicines for internal as well as external purposes.

Internal medicines include:-

  • Gandharvahasthadi Kashaya
  • Chiruvilwadi Kashaya
  • Indukantham Kashaya
  • Saptasaram Kashya
  • Abhayarishta
  • Pippalyasava
  • Brihat Thriphala Choorna
  • Trivrutleha
  • Kankayana Vati
  • Kalyanagula

Treatment Procedures that Relieves Constipation

  • Virechana (Purgation) 
  • Vasti (Enema)
  • Abhyanga (Oil Massage)
  • Swedana (Steaming)
  • Phalavarthi (A type of rectal suppository)

Single Herbs in the Management of Constipation

  • Hareethaki (Terminalia chebula)
  • Amalaki (Emblica officinalis)
  • Trivrut (Operculina turpethum)
  • Eranda (Ricinus communis)
  • Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa)
  • Aragwadha (Cassia fistula)
  • Pippali (Piper longum)
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Diet in Constipation

Pathya (Do’s)

  • Old rice & wheat
  • Vegetarian diet with high fiber content
  • Fruits with high fiber content 
  • Gruel with green gram
  • Vegetable salads
  • Adequate intake of warm water
  • Light exercises
  • Enough sleep at night time
  • Toilet training at the proper age

Apathya (Don’ts)

  • Spicy and fast food
  • Tubers like potato
  • Intake of non-vegetarian food especially chicken  
  • Fried food and bakery items 
  • Suppression of natural urges
  • Late night work
  • Lack of sleep at night
  • Straining during defecation
  • Day sleep

Yoga and Pranayama in Constipation

Yoga postures make the body more flexible and increase circulation to all body parts. There are many postures that support normal bowel movement and thereby help in proper defecation. Following Yoga postures will be extremely beneficial in relieving constipation.

  • Ardhamatsyendra asana
  • Salabhasana
  • Paschimottasana
  • Pawanamuktasana
  • Dhanurasana

Pranayama is having wonderful effects in curing constipation. As physical and mental factors are equally important in the manifestation of constipation, pranayama will be extremely beneficial. Pranayama normalizes movement Vata in the body and helps to get relaxed from haunting stress and anxiety. This helps to get rid of constipation easily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: What is Constipation?

Answer: Constipation is a clinical condition manifested by infrequent bowel movement and excretion of dry and hard stools. This is more common in children.

Question: What are the Causes of Constipation?

Answer: Constipation is caused by many reasons like suppression of the urge to defecate, allergy to milk and milk products, intake of medications, lack of water intake, etc.

Question: Does Ayurveda Ensure Cure from Constipation?

Answer: Yes, Ayurveda has an effective cure for constipation. It includes internal medicines and external therapies to normalize the bowel movement.

Dr. Gupta’s IAFA is always focusing on providing the finest Ayurvedic treatment available to all its clients. IAFA aims at spreading the power of genuine Ayurveda in managing various health issues that disturb your physical, mental and emotional life. 

Keep IAFA close to your heart and experience a life of happiness and good health.

Dr. Sahil Gupta completed his Bachelor of Ayurveda in Medicine and Surgery (B.A.M.S.) and Master’s Degree in Health Administration (MHA) India. He is Registered Ayurvedic Doctor & Vaidya in India having Registration No. 23780. He is the CEO and founder of IAFA. After completing BAMS, Dr. Sahil Gupta started practicing Ayruveda by giving prime importance to allergic disorders management. He became the first Ayurvedic doctor to cure Food Allergies through Ayurveda. Read More About Dr. Sahil Gupta.

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