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Ayurveda's visuchika and ajirna view as support only. Rehydration always comes first.
Ayurveda describes sudden vomiting and diarrhoea after eating bad food under visuchika and ajirna (indigestion), often with ama (undigested, toxic residue) and aggravated Vata and Pitta. This page is a traditional, interpretive view and never replaces rehydration or medical care.
Traditional ideas
What the evidence says
There is no strong evidence that Ayurvedic preparations treat food poisoning or shorten it. Ginger may ease nausea for some people. The real treatment is replacing lost fluids and salts.
Cautions
Using it well
Ayurvedic food and routine advice can support recovery as an adjunct after you are rehydrated.
For emergencies, call 112 or 102.
Written By
Dr. Daksh
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Varun Gupta
MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated on
27 Sep 2022 • 06:23 PM (IST)
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