Constipation is a condition that primarily affects the Vata (air) body type. According to Ayurvedic Medicine, excessive air in the colon creates dryness resulting in constipation or the retention of waste in the colon.  Other body types can also be affected by constipation but usually under extreme circumstances such as excessive travel, over consumption of dry foods or emotional factors.  Triphala is an herbal formula appropriate for all body types in relieving constipation.

Diarrhea is a condition that primarily affects the Pitta (fire) body type. Diarrhea is the body's natural way of cleansing itself and therefore it is not a good idea to suppress that thereby holding toxins in the body.  In cases of chronic diarrhea, where it's gone beyond the point of merely cleansing or in cases of dysentary, an anti-diarrhea herbal supplement to correct the condition. Kutaj is an Ayurvedic herb that is useful in healing chronic diarrhea and dysentary.

Trikatu is an effective herbal formula that is best for the Kapha (earth) body type. Kaphas tend to experience slow metabolism and excess mucous in the digestive tract. Trikatu helps to reduce excess fat and improve absorption thereby stimulating metabolism while alleviating the body of excess mucous. 

Ginger, known as the "universal medicine" in Ayurvedic Medicine is an herb that is appropriate for Vata (air) body types as well as Kapha (earth) body types.  It is particularly useful to the digestive and respiratory systems.  Ginger relieves abdominal cramps, gas, menstral cramps, belching, indigestion, headaches, colds and flus.