Anorexia means loss of appetite. It is a symptom of
disturbed digestion and common in all diseases which lead
to general weakness. This condition results from failure of
the activity of the stomach and secretion of gastric juices
due to low vitality which, in turn, can be due to various
causes.
Persons suffering from anorexia may refuse to eat and
suffer from insomnia. In course of time, emaciation
becomes severe.
People suffer from anorexia when they habitually take a
faulty diet and hardly do any physical work. It may also
result from stress and strain such as domestic worry,
emotional disturbances, difficult working conditions, and
nervous disorders. General body disorders and diseases
also lead to this condition.
Anorexia Treatment using
Oranges
Oranges are an extremely
useful remedy for anorexia.
They stimulate the flow of
digestive juices, thereby
improving digestion and
increasing appetite. One or
two oranges a day are
advised.
Anorexia Treatment using Lime:
Lime is also a valuable remedy for restoring a lost appetite.
A preparation made from this fruit and ginger has been
found very effective in overcoming this condition. About
one teaspoon of the juice of lime should be mixed with an
equal quantity of the juice of ginger. One gram of rock salt
should be added to this mixture. It should then be placed
in sunlight For three days. A teaspoon taken after each
meal will tone up the digestive system and improve the
appetite.
Anorexia Treatment using Apples:
Apples are another variety of fruit useful in anorexia. They
help digestion by stimulating the flow of pepsin, a
protein-digesting enzyme, in the stomach.
Anorexia Treatment using Garlic:
Garlic possesses a special property to stimulate the
digestive tone of the system and improve appetite. A soup
prepared from this vegetable can be of immense help to a
patient suffering from anorexia. Three or four cloves of raw
garlic should be boiled in a cup of water. This soup can be
reinforced with the juice of half a lemon and taken twice
daily,
Anorexia Treatment using Ginger:
The use of ginger is valuable in the loss of appetite. About
five grams of this vegetable should be ground and licked
with a little salt once a day for the treatment of this
condition.
