7 Signs of Weak Agni (Low Digestive Fire) in Ayurveda:
1. Adhika Udgāra (Excessive Burping) – Frequent burping due to sluggish digestion and Ama (toxins) buildup.
2. Ati-Pūrṇa Bhāvanā (Feeling Overly Full for Hours) – Slow Agni causes heaviness and delayed gastric emptying.
3. Ajīrṇa Mala (Undigested Food in Stool) – Poor digestion leads to food particles appearing in stool.
4. Anāhata (Bloating Immediately After Eating) – Weak Agni leads to gas formation and discomfort.
5. Mandagni (Slow Metabolism) – Difficulty digesting even light food, leading to tiredness and sluggishness.
6. Atisār or Malabaddhata (Loose Stools or Constipation) – Improper digestion causes irregular bowel movements.
7. Aruchi (Loss of Appetite) – Reduced hunger and interest in food due to impaired digestion.
Ayurvedic Remedies to Strengthen Agni:
Start the day with warm water and ginger to kindle Agni.
Chew a slice of fresh ginger with rock salt before meals to stimulate digestion.
Avoid drinking cold water with meals, as it douses digestive fire.
Eat freshly cooked, warm foods that are easy to digest.
Use digestive spices like cumin, ajwain, hing, and black pepper in meals.
Practice mindful eating – eat in a calm environment and chew food properly.
1Follow a regular eating schedule to maintain balanced Agni.
