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Nowadays many people have been complaining about piles, fistula or hemorrhoids in their 30s and 40s. It is also commonly seen in older people.
Today's fast paced lifestyle with little attention to food and eating schedules along with the consumption of processed and junk foods has hampered the digestive capabilities of the individuals. One of the contributing factors is also stress, that has an adverse impact on digestion and can cause irritable bowel syndrome and other related irregularities.
If neglected, this could result in chronic constipation accompanied with tight stools and causing fissures and Hemorrhoids.
Some of the main symptoms of Piles are-
Blood in your stools.
An itchy anus.
Feeling like you still need to poop after going to the toilet.
Lumps around your anal area
Pain around the anal area
Let us find out the science behind this and herbs that can help in Piles Treatment in Ayurveda.
What does Ayurveda say about Piles treatment?
Ayurveda aims at balancing the three doshas of the body- Vata, Pitta, and Kapha.
In Ayurveda, it is said to balance the digestive system of the body. Good and proper digestion is based on digestive fire (agni) and its strength. It is also said that the digestive fire is strongest around noon. So, it is suggested that people should consume their heaviest meal at noon and keep their dinner and other meals lighter.
The excretion process in the body is governed by Vata Dosha, as it keeps the bowel movement proper and functioning.
Vata dosha when aggravated or imbalanced can cause the bowel contents to get dried and hinders proper bowel movement causing constipation. Imbalanced Vata Dosha also causes constipation along with painful hemorrhoids.
An imbalance in Pitta Dosha can cause excessive diarrhea, excessive thirst, and inflamed hemorrhoids that bleed.
In addition to this, an imbalance in the Kapha Dosha, can cause light hemorrhoids.
So, it is necessary to bring all the three doshas in balance for complete treatment of piles.
Best Ayurvedic Herbs for Piles/ Hemorrhoids
Chitrak Haritaki
Haritaki is a fruit that can balance the three doshas in the body, improves digestion and helps in detoxifying the body. It has been used as an important ayurvedic herb for piles treatment as it eases the bowel movement and relieves pressure on the excretory system.
Avipattikar Churna
Avipattikar churna is an ayurvedic herbal medicine for piles and other digestive problems.
Amalaki
Amalaki Rasayanaor the Indian gooseberry is a common Ayurvedic medicine to balance all the three Doshas. It is used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine and acts as an antioxidant, immunomodulator, anti-inflammatory, astringent and laxative.
Guggul/Guggullu
Guggul is known for its anti-inflammatory properties in Ayurveda. It is one of the best herbs for piles as it reduces the inflammation in fistula-anorectal and hemorrhoidal conditions. Guggul is a laxative and astringent agent that helps in reducing toxins (ama) and relieves pain and itching. It helps in balancing the body’s Kapha Dosha.
Turmeric
Turmeric or Curcuma offers anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties, that helps in controlling bleeding in hemorrhoids. It also helps reduce anal itching and shrink hemorrhoids. According to Ayurveda, Turmeric can strengthen the digestive fire and helps in balancing the doshas.
Triphala Churna
Triphala Churna acts as a mild laxative and allows the deepest tissues and organs of the body to release toxins. Despite its powerful cleansing quality, it enhances absorption and balances the doshas in the body especially supporting the digestive system.
To Sum Up
I have summarized the list of various Ayurvedic herbs for piles or external hemorrhoids. These can be taken to support the digestive system and balance the three doshas in the body and can be the best piles treatment in Ayurveda. These herbs offer no side effects and are not habit-forming. Going for Ayurvedic Treatment can prevent you from surgeries and you can get long-term relief from piles.
