Amlapitta as a Nidana of Hypertension: With Therapeutic Trial of Paniyabhakta Gutika
Abstract
The terms "Amla" (sour) and "Pitta" (gastric juice) combine to produce the phrase "Amlapitta". Pachaka Pitta, or gastric juice, is produced in greater amounts when there is Amlapitta. Pitta, or gastric juice, loses its typical bitter taste (alkaline) and gains more sourness (acidic) as a result of fermentation. This heightened sour quality is referred to as Amlapitta. It is a digestive illness brought on by abnormal pancreatic and stomach enzyme synthesis. It is referred to as Acid Peptic Disorder (APD) in medical study. It is referred to as Amlapitta in Ayurveda. It is a worldwide illness that is quite common. In 2021, an Indian study found that over 32% of people between the ages of 30 and 44 said they had. Acidity and indigestion were seen to be higher among older adults and seniors. Aasharya Aasharayi Bhava is associated with the Rakta Dhatu and Pitta Dosha. When Pitta Dosha becomes vitiated, Rasa and Rakta Dhatu's natural makeup is upset. Alterations in the typical components of both Dhatu and Vyana Vayu impact the latter's function; a decrease in Vyana Vayu influences blood circulation, and an increase in blood circulation can lead to Hypertension.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Traditional Chinese Medicine Studies
Phytochemicals and Medicinal Plants
Complementary and Alternative Medicine Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
- Volume
- 10
- Issue
- 12
- Pages
- 30–35
- Publication date
- 16 January 2026