What is Anorexia (Loss of Appetite) ?
Anorexia is a condition in which loss of appetite occurs due to a variety of causes like fear, anxiousness and tensions etc,. In Ayurveda this condition is termed as “Agnimandya”. • Equal quantity of black pepper (Maricha) and elachi with sugar will increase the appetite. • Fenugreek (Jeeraka), Pippali (long pepper) and Rice flakes will increase the appetite 10 – 15 ml decoction of Ajvoin will increases the appetite. • Half glass of orange juice improves digestion and increases appetite. • 5ml of Ginger juice with 1teaspoon of Honey taken before food increases’ the appetite. • Taking 2-3 pods of garlic before food improves appetite. • 2 teaspoon of Limejuice with 1 teaspoon of ginger juice improve appetite. • One teaspoon mixture of Ajvoin, Maricha (Black Pepper), with Salt in the early hours increases the appetite. • 2 teaspoons of Ginger juice in half glass of water with a little sugar improves appetite. • Crush fresh ginger and extract the juice. Add two tablespoon of water and half