🌿 Ayurvedic Dietary and Lifestyle Guidelines for Anorectal Conditions
Proper diet (Pathya) and lifestyle modifications play a crucial role in managing anorectal disorders like Piles (Arsha), Fissure (Parikartika), Fistula (Bhagandar), and Pilonidal Sinus. Ayurveda emphasizes balancing doshas through food, daily routine, and herbal remedies. Neglecting diet or lifestyle often leads to recurrence or worsening of these conditions. Hence, adopting the right Pathya and avoiding Apathya helps speed up healing and prevent complications.
🔴 Piles (Hemorrhoids – Arsha) – Pathya and Apathya
✅ Pathya (Recommended):
- Fiber-rich foods: Green leafy vegetables, whole grains, fruits like papaya and banana
- Warm water intake throughout the day
- Triphala or Isabgol husk for bowel regulation
- Light, easily digestible meals (mung dal khichdi, vegetable soups)
- Regular morning walks
- Use of Indian-style toilet
❌ Apathya (To Avoid):
- Spicy, oily, and fried foods
- Red meat and processed foods
- Alcohol, smoking, and excessive caffeine
- Prolonged sitting or standing
- Late-night meals or overeating
🔴 Fissure (Parikartika) – Pathya and Apathya
✅ Pathya (Recommended):
- Soft and moist foods like rice gruel, porridge, boiled vegetables
- Ghee with warm milk for lubrication
- Warm sitz bath daily
- Plenty of water (at least 3-4 litres daily)
- Soothing herbs like Yashtimadhu (licorice), Triphala
❌ Apathya (To Avoid):
- Constipating foods (maida, cheese, potatoes)
- Skipping meals or irregular eating habits
- Tight clothing around the waist
- Cold and dry foods
- Holding the urge to defecate
🔴 Fistula (Bhagandhara) – Pathya and Apathya
✅ Pathya (Recommended):
- Fresh fruits and vegetables, green gram soup
- Turmeric milk and neem-based decoctions
- Warm water with turmeric
- Panchakarma supportive diet (light, nourishing, low-fat)
- Light exercise like yoga
❌ Apathya (To Avoid):
- Spicy and heavy-to-digest food
- Non-vegetarian food, fermented items
- Stress and anger
- Late-night sleep and sedentary lifestyle
🔴 Pilonidal Sinus – Pathya and Apathya
✅ Pathya (Recommended):
- Anti-inflammatory foods like turmeric, ginger, amla
- Lukewarm water bath and proper hygiene
- Use of cotton and breathable undergarments
- High-fiber diet to avoid constipation
- Aloe vera and neem-based formulations
❌ Apathya (To Avoid):
- Prolonged sitting/driving without break
- Synthetic tight clothing
- Excess sugar and fried snacks
- Avoid shaving area repeatedly (causes hair regrowth & irritation)
🌿 Consult Shukratara Ayurved Clinic
Visit Shukratara Ayurved Clinic to experience holistic Ayurvedic care for all anorectal disorders. Our expert doctors provide customized Pathya-Apathya guidelines for complete and lasting healing. Connect Dr Chaitali Tushar Shelar and Dr. Tushar Hemant Shelar on +91 7507 933 933 and get your treatment done with the help of renowned Ayurvedic Practice.
