COLITIS

Colitis is better known as ulcerative colitis or UC that indicates the medical condition of bowel inflammation that puts some dominant impact on the colon or the lining in the large intestine. This is an autoimmune disease whose treatment allopathy has already waved a white flag and has found no cure till now. However, according to the Ayurvedic perspective, colitis is the result of the unsuitable response of the immune to certain infectious agents or toxicity and is known as “Pittaja Grahani.” The balance between the three doshas or energy indicates good health.

As per Ayurveda, “Mandagi” are the main cause of Pittaja Grahani, which means poor digestion, irregular diet, junk food, etc. When the vitiation of Pitta dosh meets severity, it results in rectal bleeding, ulcer, and inflammation. The efficiency of herbs and therapies of Ayurveda aims to heal the ulcers and restore the function of the colon, along with the maintenance of digestive health. Colitis treatment in Ayurveda is comprehensive of internal medicines, therapies, diet regime, and alterations in lifestyle.