Celiac Disease
Celiac disease is a chronic autoimmune condition in which the immune system reacts abnormally to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. In individuals with celiac disease, gluten intake triggers an immune response that damages the small intestine’s lining, leading to poor nutrient absorption and a host of digestive and systemic symptoms.
Symptoms
Celiac disease manifests differently in different people, with both gastrointestinal and non-digestive symptoms. Common signs include:
- Bloating, gas, and abdominal pain
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Nausea and vomiting
- Unexplained weight loss
- Fatigue and weakness
- Anemia (due to poor iron absorption)
- Skin rashes (like dermatitis herpetiformis)
- Joint pain
- Mood swings, anxiety, or depression
- Delayed growth in children
Causes & Risk Factors
Celiac disease is genetically linked and often runs in families. It is triggered when someone with a genetic predisposition consumes gluten. Risk factors include:
- Family history of autoimmune disorders
- Early introduction of gluten to infants
- Intestinal infections or trauma
- Chronic stress or poor digestion (Agni dushti in Ayurveda)
Ayurvedic Perspective on Celiac Disease
In Ayurveda, celiac disease can be understood as a combination of Agni (digestive fire) imbalance, Grahani dosha (intestinal disorder), and Ama (toxins) accumulation. It is primarily seen as a Pitta–Kapha–Vata imbalance affecting the gut lining and immune system.
Poor digestion, long-term improper eating habits, and mental stress weaken the digestive fire, leading to a hypersensitive gut, autoimmunity, and malabsorption.
Panchakarma and Upakarmas
At Agni Ayurvedic Village, we adopt a gentle yet deep-rooted healing protocol using customized Panchakarma therapies that detoxify, calm the immune response, and strengthen the gut.
- Snehana (Internal & External Oleation): Prepares the body for detox, nourishes tissues
- Virechana (Therapeutic Purgation): Removes excess Pitta and clears toxins from the gut
- Basti (Medicated Enemas): Rejuvenates colon, improves nutrient absorption, and balances Vata
- Takradhara / Shirodhara: Calms the mind, regulates hormonal and immune functions
- Abhyanga & Swedana: Relaxing oil massage and steam to relieve joint pain and fatigue
Commonly Used Ayurvedic Medicines
Our treatments also include carefully selected herbal formulations to:
- Restore gut health
- Enhance digestive fire (Deepana)
- Eliminate toxins (Ama pachana)
- Rebuild immunity and vitality
Some herbs and formulations used (as per individual Prakriti and condition):
- Kutajarishta – for chronic diarrhea and gut restoration
- Bilva, Musta, and Nagarmotha – for balancing digestion
- Arogyavardhini Vati – for detox and liver health
- Ashwagandha, Brahmi – to reduce stress and inflammation
(All medications are prescribed only after detailed consultation.)
Why Choose Agni Ayurvedic Village?
Individualized Care
No two patients are the same. Every treatment plan is customized based on your Prakriti (constitution), symptoms, and lifestyle.
Healing Environment
Nestled in nature, Agni Ayurvedic Village offers a peaceful, nurturing environment that supports physical recovery and emotional well-being.
Expert Practitioners
Our experienced Ayurvedic physicians and therapists are committed to helping you rebuild your digestive and immune health.
Specialized Gluten-Free Ayurvedic Diet
We offer healing, sattvic meals tailored to celiac disease, free from gluten, irritants, and inflammatory ingredients.
