GASTROINTESTINAL DISEASES

‘Gastrointestinal diseases’ is a collective term used to define the various diseases related to the gastrointestinal tract. The gastrointestinal tract comprises various body parts such as the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine and rectum. Problems with other body parts related to digestion such as the liver, pancreas and gallbladder can also lead to gastrointestinal diseases. The number of cases involving gastrointestinal diseases has increased in recent times, primarily due to stressful lifestyles, lack of physical exercise and dependence on junk food items. As per Ayurveda, these factors disturb the balance of the Vata, Pitta & Kapha, which are the primary life forces that define an individual's Prakṛiti (nature). The imbalance leads to various diseases such as gastrointestinal diseases.