# Inflammatory bowel disease # IBS # ABDOMINAL PAIN IBS are disorders caused by chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. IBD mainly includes the following conditions- 1.Ulcerative colitis ; a condition involving inflammation and ulcers along the lining of large intestine (colon and rectum). 2.Crohn's disease; causes inflammation and pain along the linings of the digestive tract . Mainly the small intestine and the upper part of large intestine and less commonly in the upper GI tract. It also involves the deeper layers of the intestine. The cause of IBD is unknown. One of the possibility is an immune system malfunction that attacks the cells in the digestive tract. Heredity also plays a role in IBD. Triggering factors like cigarette smoking, excessive use of NSAID’s, poor diet and stress can aggravate the symptoms of IBD. Ayurvedic treatment involves medications and treatments that focus on bringing agni to normalcy , remove amatva and to regain health. Dietary and lifestyle changes can help control the symptoms of IBD. Balanced diet and proper hydration. Avoiding food that irritates the intestine like spicy sour oily and dairy products, beverages like coffee, alcohol etc. Healthy way to manage stress , quit smoking, plenty of sleep and physical activities. Panchakarma therapies like mrdu virechana and Basti can be administered based on the condition of the patient under the supervision of Ayurvedic physicians. Meet our expert Dr. Priyanka Gaikwad MD Ayurveda at SATTVIK WELLNESS Clinic provide the best Ayurvedic Treatment for SKIN- HAIR- PAIN -AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE & various diseases in MUMBAI NAVI MUMBAI PUNE , Maharashtra INDIA. For more information about our comprehensive treatment options, or for appointment with the best Ayurvedic Doctor in Mumbai call +91 9890981601