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Dr. Vikram Chauhan - MD (Ayurveda)

Monday, June 28, 2021

Planet Ayurveda Khadirarisht - Ingredients, Health Benefits, Indications & Dosage

Do you suffer from skin irritations and often inflammation? Or do you get hives the moment you step out??

It might sound very unpretentious and might be an ordinary problem for many, Something common to everyone in this weather condition. But it is not something to be omitted and forgotten out of sight. It is something that requires medical innervation. For how long should you suffer from these snags?

Ayurveda with its rich insightful perspective in ordinary skin problems, can help you with a wide variety of ayurvedic tools that are available to pamper your skin both internally as well as externally. While invoking your eternal radiance is also a necessity to obtain optimal flawless skin.

PLANET AYURVEDA'S KHADIRARISHT

Arisht and Asava are classical formulations prepared by the fermentation method lasting almost a month. These preparations are abundantly used in Ayurveda for its extensive range of action in the systemic level and its endowed ability to be able to cross the blood brain barrier.

Ayurveda mentions that mere topical applications are not sufficient to clarify your skin, but a detox mechanism from within is necessary to dash off the excess biogenesis. Khadirarisht is one such classical poly herbal formulation that helps to mitigate skin lesions, especially those that are Vata and Kapha predominant in nature. The main ingredient in this formulation is Acacia catechu or Khadir, renowned as the Agre aushada or ideal herb for skin diseases as stated in Ayurvedic classics.

Planet Ayurveda Khadirarisht

The blend constitutes 14 ingredients in total, all of which have extraordinary goodness right from the dosha state.

INGREDIENTS

The ingredients used for the formulation may be broadly divided into five categories for our convenience. The drugs for primary liquid preparation or decoction drugs, the sweetening agents, the additional drugs and the fermentation initiators. They are the under-mentioned herbs.

  1. Khadira - Acacia catechu, is the main crude drug used for the formulation as the drug for decoction. It has an astringent flavour with cooling effect, thereby promoting haemostatic action. Kushtagna or ability to alleviate skin disorders is the special effect or Prabhava offered by it.
  2. Devadaru - Cedrus deodara, This natural  febrifuge helps to eliminate the itch sensations associated with skin lesions by lowering the Kapha dosha with its unctuous property.
  3. Babchi - Psoralea corlifolia, the seeds of this plant have the potential to eliminate leucoderma and other skin irritations including hives. It has a sweet flavour with cold potency thus lowering the Pitta entity.
  4. Triphala - This mystic combination of three fruits is called triphala. It includes Terminalia bellerica (Vibhitaki), Terminalia chebula (Haritaki) and Amla or Emblica officinalis. This combo is a complete rejuvenator and cleanses the body from head to toe.
  5. Daruharidra : Berberis aristata, Commonly called tree turmeric and it has the same properties and potential as that of turmeric (Curcuma longa). It lowers the elevated levels of Vata and promotes effective regeneration of affected areas of skin under lesion.
  6. Pippali - Piper longum, This unique spice has a hot potency with an astringent taste. Despite these properties, it is widely used in ayurvedic formulation for its capacity to control Vata without affecting the pitta equilibrium.
  7. Laung - Syzygium aromaticum, Most common cloves are digestive and carmlative in action. It helps to lower the escalated levels of Kapha dosha responsible for the skin lesion.
  8. Kankol - Piper cubeba, often called the tail pepper. It has a pungent taste with hot potency. It helps to eliminate fungal infections while enhancing optimal digestive fire.
  9. Nagkesar - Mesua ferrea, a well-known ayurvedic herb that helps to check fever and headache. It has Vishahara property that helps to attenuate allergic reactions by diminishing Kapha and Pitta involvement.
  10. Elaichi - Elatora cardamomum, this emerald of spices, the Cardamom is cramilative and helps to normalise the optimal flow of Vata in the downward direction, thereby clearing the digestive fire.
  11. Dalchini - Cinnamomum zeylanica, the amber of spice Cinnamon is used across ayurvedic formulations for its carminative property. It helps in skin lesions by reducing purities with its hot potency.
  12. Tejpatta - Cinnamomum tamala, Bay leaves are used extensively in all cuisines for its aroma. In Ayurveda they are used for its amplitude to relieve inflammation in skin lesions by alleviating Kapha. On the contrary it escalates Pitta creating burning sensations on its excess use.
  13. Dhataki - Woodfordia fruticosa, the flowers of this plant have been used authentically as the fermenting agent instead of modern day yeast.
  14. Madhu - Honey is the best form of natural sweeter without hampering the optimal function of the body. Honey also helps to lower the levels of Vata and Kapha while offering more palatability.
  15. Misri - Crystallized sugar clumps are another commonly used form of sugar. It has cold potency with Sweet metabolic end effect that retards the growth of aggravated Pitta and Vata entities.
  16. Water - Normal soft water is used for the preparation of the decoction.

INDICATION

This traditional asset is most commonly used for all skin lesions that are Vata and Kapha predominant irrespective of age groups. This formulation is addressed as Sarva Kushtha Nivaran i.e. It eliminates all skin disturbances. As mentioned by the scholars of Ayurveda it may also be used in conditions of other systemic ailments like urinary calculi, to relieve flatulence and as a cardiac tonic.

DOSAGE

It is advised to consume 3 tsp. twice daily with equal quantity of lukewarm water, or as directed by your ayurvedic physician.

SHELF LIFE

Asava and Arishta preparations are self-preserved with alcohol to check putifaction, and may be used for a long time. But it is ideal to use within 1 year of purchase.

While channelling your aggravated biogenesis outside the body, Ayurveda also emphasises on the necessity of maintaining the right digestive fire, for it is responsible for the wholesome functioning of the body including creating a healthy skin. Every individual will have different skin and different needs with varied causes of worries. It's all about turning to your unique needs to support inner healing by understanding your entails to enhance your skin as your kin.

Monday, June 21, 2021

Ayurvedic Remedies for ITP - Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura

Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura or Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) is a syndrome in which our immune system gets activated against our own body cells thereby resulting in decreased count of platelets. As a result of which reddish or purple spots, bruises, internal or external bleeding etc can occur in the body depending on the severity of the condition.

Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura

AYURVEDIC CONCEPT OF ITP

In Ayurveda, ITP comes under the context of 'Raktapitta' (bleeding disorders). Here, aggravation of pitta dosha takes place in the body which in turn vitiates the rakta dhatu (blood). This vitiation mainly commences in the spleen and liver, as these are considered to be the main sites of rakta (blood) and progresses to other parts of the body. Although modern science considers it to be a disease of unknown origin, Ayurveda mentions the excess usage of ushna (hot), theekshana (sharp), amla (sour), katu(pungent) and vidahi (which causes burning sensation) food items, over exposure to heat and sun etc as the main underlying causes for ITP.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT

In the treatment of ITP, Ayurveda mainly focuses on pitta shamana (normalising pitta), without disturbing the other doshas. Strength of the patient, severity of disease and abstaining from the etiological factors are also given prime importance. Either ‘Langhana’ (fasting) or ‘Tarpana’ (nourishing therapy) is administered by considering the involvement of ‘amadosha’ (toxic waste). Elimination therapies like ‘vamana’ (medicated emesis) or ‘virechana’ are advocated in extremely aggravated dosha conditions keeping in view of the strength of the patient. Strict diet and regimen has to be followed post these therapies.

For drinking purposes, water boiled and cooled with drugs like chandana (Santalum album), usheera (Vetiveria zizanioides), Musta (Cyperus rotundus), Parpataka (Fumaria officinalis) etc is generally given. Otherwise simply boiled and cooled water can also be used. Water is given either in small quantities or till the limit of satisfaction. Since madhura (sweet), thiktha(bitter) and kasaya (astringent) tastes reduce pitta dosha, these can be predominantly used by ITP patients. Commonly available items like Aloe vera, wheat grass, Papaya leaves, pomegranate, gooseberry etc can be used judiciously in this condition as it helps in increasing the platelet count. Despite being sour in nature gooseberry is indicated in ITP, as it is having sweet taste after digestion which is beneficial. Sheeta Virya (cold potency) drugs like Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), Durva (Cynodon dactylon), chandana (Santalum album), Ashoka (Saraca asoca) etc are much useful in pitta imbalance disorders like ITP.

AYURVEDIC REMEDIES FOR ITP FROM PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda renders the best suitable treatment for ITP. These medicines stimulate the bone marrow for platelet production, pacifies pitta and maintains equilibrium. They are:

PRODUCTS LIST

  1. Plato Plan Syrup
  2. Ashwagandha Capsules
  3. Punarnava Mandur
  4. Hemo Plan Syrup
  5. Suvarna Basant Malti Ras

ITP Level 1 (Basic Pack)


ITP, Level - 1, Basic Pack, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura, Ayurvedic Remedies for ITP

PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION

1. Plato Plan Syrup

Planet Ayurveda unveils the Plato Plan syrup which enhances the bone marrow functions thereby increasing the platelet production. The ingredients involved are herbs like Eranda karkati (Carica Papaya), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Wheat grass (Triticum aestivum), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Shigru (Moringa oleifera), Jeevanthi (Leptadenia reticulata) and Draksha (Vitis vinifera). It helps in boosting the immune mechanism and brings up the platelet level to the required amount. The ingredients pacify the pitta dosha without disturbing vata and kapha doshas.

Dosage - 2-3 teaspoonful twice a day after meal.

2. Ashwagandha Capsules

Planet Ayurveda offers Ashwagandha capsules which is the standardized extract of Ashwagandha in a vegetarian capsule form. Ashwagandha works impressively on the immune system and thereby increasing the number of platelets. It also improves the quality of other components of blood and helps to make the body healthy. So it is highly recommended for use in ITP patients, along with other medicines.

Dosage - 1 capsule twice daily after meal.

3. Punarnava Mandur

Punarnava mandur is a classical Ayurvedic formulation manufactured by Planet Ayurveda which is worth using in disorders like ITP. The main ingredients used are herbs like Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Shunti (Zingiber officinale), Pippali (Piper longum), Maricha (Piper nigrum), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), chavya (Piper chaba), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Vidanga (Embelia ribes), Chitrakmool (Plumbago zeylanica) and Mandur bhasma (Ferric oxide). It is extensively used in almost all types of anaemia as it improves the quality of blood. It has got a noticeable effect in ITP through its action on the liver and in blood circulation.

Dosage - 2 tablets twice daily after meal.

4. Hemo Plan Syrup

Planet Ayurveda brings the Hemo Plan syrup to combat ITP. It consists of ingredients like Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Gorakhmundi (Sphaeranthus indicus), Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera), Draksha (Vitis vinifera) and Sariva (Hemidesmus indicus). The ingredients are almost cooling in nature which normalizes the pitta dosha.

Dosage - 2-3 teaspoonful twice a day after meal.

5. Suvarna Basant Malti Ras

This medicine from Planet Ayurveda is a mixed herb-mineral preparation containing purified heavy metals and herbs. It contains ingredients like Swarna bhasma (calcined gold), Mukta bhasma (calcined pearl), purified Hingul (cinnabar), Maricha (Piper longum), Kharpara bhasma (calcined zinc), Pippali (Piper longum), Sunti (Zingiber officinale) etc. It is a potent Rasayana (rejuvenative) and is effective in liver and spleen problems as well as general debility. For maximum benefits, it is advisable to take under the guidance of an Ayurvedic expert.

Dosage - 1 tablet to be chewed with honey after meal once or twice daily.

HOW AYURVEDIC TREATMENT IS BEST OF ALL AVAILABLE TREATMENTS

Contemporary system of medicine generally uses steroids, intravenous immune globulins and certain other drugs that increase platelet count for combating ITP. Immunosuppressants are also made use, when required, to suppress the activity of the immune system. A permanent or complete cure cannot be assured even after taking these treatments which are highly expensive and risky, with side-effects. As a last resort, splenectomy is also opted more often when the situation worsens. Here, Ayurveda offers a holistic approach with natural medicines by considering bodily as well as mental stigma of the patient. Strength of the patient is tried to be maintained well throughout the treatment. Equal importance is given to preventive, curative as well as restorative aspects. Diet and lifestyle modifications are adopted which are customised to the disease and the individual.

Ayurveda comes as a rescuer for ITP patients with utmost chances of a hassle free living just like any other normal people.

Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa)- Ayurvedic Properties, Health Benefits, Uses & Dosage

Katuki is a potential Ayurvedic herb, its botanical name is Picrorhiza kurroa and it belongs to the family Plantaginaceae and known as a cooling agent that pacifies the vitiated Pitta and Kapha dosha without disrupting the digestive fire and also purifies the blood and reduces swelling. In Sanskrit Katuki means bitter or due to the bitter taste of this herb, it is named Katuki. The roots and rhizomes of Katuki are used for therapeutic purposes. This herb possesses various medicinal properties like hepatoprotective, anti-diabetic, appetizer, anthelmintic, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Katuki, Picrorhiza kurroa

DESCRIPTION

This is a perennial herb, 2.5 to 12 cm long and 0.3 to 1 cm thick with somewhat curvy straight features. Katuki is of greyish brown color with a coarse external surface. It has long rhizomes. There are 1 to 2 vascular bundles present in the cortex of rhizome. Leaves of the Katuki are present alternatively. These are present basely, 5 to 10 cm long. It has terminal spikes. The flowers calyx divide equally into five parts with 4 to 5 corolla, whitish with pale blue color with the long flowering branch. The flowering period of the plant is from June to August. Fruit are tapered from the top, 12 mm long and open into 4 valves. Seeds are ellipsoid and numerous. The seed coat is very thick and transparent. Roots of the plant are of elongated type, tubular form, 5 to 10 cm long and 0.5 to 1 mm in diameter. These are curved with longitudinal and dotted scars, associated with rhizomes.

SYNONYM

Katuki, Picrorhiza kurroa, Synonyms

(Bhava prakasha // Hritkyadi varga // Shloka no. 141)

The synonym of Katuki are Katuvi, Katuka, Tikta, Krishnabheda, Katumbhara, Asoka, Matsyashakala, Chakrangi, Shakuladhani, Matsyapitta, Kandaruha, Rohini and Katurohini.

REGIONAL NAMES OF KATUKI

  • English Name - Picrorrhiza, Hellebore, Yellow gentian
  • Hindi Name - Kutki, Katuka
  • Gujarati Name - Kadu, Katu
  • Bengali Name - Katuki, Katki
  • Malayalam name - Kadugurohini
  • Punjabi Name - Kaundd, Kaud, Karru
  • Telugu Name - Katuka Rohini
  • Marathi Name - Kali Katuki, Bala Kadu
  • Tamil Name - Katukarogini, Kadugurohini
  • Urdu name - Kutki
  • Arab and Farsi name - Kharabake
  • Oriya name - Katuki
  • Kannada name - Katuka rohini
  • Chinese name - Hu Huang Lian

CLASSIFICATION

  • Kingdom - Plantae
  • Order - Lamiales
  • Family - Plantaginaceae
  • Genus - Picrorhiza
  • Species - kurroa

HABITAT

Katuki is an herb found in mountainous regions. It grows on sloping and rocky-mountains and in soil rich in many organic elements, extending between 3000 and 5000 meters in the Himalayas. Katuki is obtained in the Himalayan region such as Garwal to Bhutan and Kashmir to Sikkim, Tibet, Pakistan, west of China and northern Burma.

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION

Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa) contains Kutkin, a bitter glycoside which includes Picein iridoid glycosides-Picroside I & II, Kutkoside, Picrorhizin, and Minecoside. It also contains Kutkiol, Kutkisterol, Apocyanin, D-Mannitol, Androsim, and phenol glucosides.

CATEGORIZED AS PER CLASSICAL

Charaka Samhita

Vagbhata

Sushrut Samhita

  • Tikta skandha - Bitter tasting group of herbs
  • Lekhaniya - Group of herbs that are scraping and cause weight loss
  • Stanyashodhana - Group of herbs that cleanse breast milk
  • Bhedaniya - Group of herbs that are piercing and cause purgation
  • Mustadi
  • Patoladi
  • Pippalyadi
  • Mustadi
  • Patoladi
  • Pippalyadi

AYURVEDIC PROPERTIES

Katuki, Picrorhiza kurroa, Kutki, Ayurvedic Properties

(Bhava prakasha // Haritkyadi varga // Shloka no.142)

Hindi / Sanskrit

English

 Rasa

 Tikta

 Taste

 Bitter

 Guna

 Laghu, Ruksha

 Physical Property

 Light, Dry

 Virya

 Sheeta

 Potency

 Cold

 Vipaka

 Katu

 Metabolic Property (After Digestion)

 Pungent

EFFECTS ON DOSHAS

It balances Kapha and Pitta.

This shloka illustrates that this herb removes accumulated toxins and promote digestive fire. It is good for heart, diabetes, respiratory diseases, blood and skin diseases.

ACTION OF KATUKI ON VARIOUS SYSTEMS

  1. Digestive Activity : It provides strength to the stomach, secretes gastric juice and increases appetite. It is helpful to combat digestive problems.
  2. Anti-diabetic Activity : It has properties to reduce and maintain a normal blood glucose level.
  3. Anti-asthmatic Activity : It helps to inhibit allergens and PAF (platelet-activating factor) that initiate bronchoconstriction.
  4. Anti-inflammatory Activity : It helps to reduce inflammatory reactions.
  5. Immuno-modulator Activity : It modulates the functioning of the immune system and controls hypersensitive reactions.
  6. Hepatoprotective Activity : It acts as a Hepatoprotective and liver stimulant.

PRACTICAL USES OF KATUKI

It can be used in various forms like decoction and powder.

Internal Uses

  1. The powder of rhizome is useful in the case of fatty liver and other liver disorders. It is also be given in constipation.
  2. The root is given in the treatment of respiratory conditions.
  3. The decoction of Kutaki is given to reduce the fever.
  4. The powder of Katuki herb is given to diabetic patients to manage glucose level and also to avert its complications.

Part Used

Mool (Roots)

Dosage

Powder : 3 to 6 grams.

EASY WAYS TO UTILIZE KATUKI AT HOME

  1. Take the rhizome of the Katuki and grind them to make a fine powder. Give this powder with hot milk or ghee, honey. It is effective in liver disorders such as the fatty liver. You can also keep this powder in a closed container. The recommended amount of powder is 125 mg-50 mg for children and 500 mg-2 g for adults. It is also effective in the case of constipation.
  2. Make powder of the roots of Katuki and give it to children 4-5 times a day with honey. It is effective in upper respiratory tract infection.
  3. Make a decoction of Katuki and add honey or jaggery to it. It is given in fever, cough and cold.
  4. Prepare the decoction by mixing equal amounts of Katuki and Nimba. Take it in case of fever and chronic recurrent fever.
  5. Take an equal amount of Katuki and Haridra powder and give 500 mg-1 gm to diabetic patients. It is especially effective for type II Diabetes mellitus and high cholesterol.

PRECAUTIONS

In case of children, pregnancy and lactating mothers it should be strictly advised under the guidance of a physician.

CLASSICAL FORMULATION OF KATUKI

  1. Arogyavardhani Vati
  2. Katukadyavaleha
  3. Tiktadiqwath
  4. Tiktadighruta

PLANET AYURVEDA PRODUCTS WITH KATUKI

  1. Kutki Capsules
  2. Kutki Powder
  3. Liver Power
  4. Yakrit Plihantak Churna
  5. Arogyavardhini Vati
  6. Liver Detox Formula
  7. Navkarshik Churna

REFERENCE

  1. Dravyaguna vijnana; Volume-2; By Prof. P.V. Sharma; page no. 441- 443.
  2. Bhava prakasha Nighantu by Prof. Krishnachgandra Chunekar; 2018 edition; Chapter no. 3, Haritkyadivarga; page no. 67-70.
  3. Ayurvedic Pharmacology and Therapeutic uses of medicinal plants; Dravyaguna Vigyan by Vd.V.M.Gogte; page no.325-327.

Saturday, June 19, 2021

Mystic Chebe Powder for Healthy Hair

Premature greying and hair loss are not a modern dilemma, throughout cultures, men and women have always looked at ways to keep their hair lush and beautiful. There are numerous types of hair out there and we all want the best of ourselves. Now with the immense accumulation of stress that we all have to tackle at an individualist level, resulting in more hair issues than before. Often hair loss may also be due to some underlying pathological involvement, which can only be tackled by an ayurvedic physician.

For the past year or so, there has been a rising dependence on the chebe powder. Now if you are not familiar with what it is, it is a blend of powders from plants initially made by the women of African republic of Chad. It is understood that this mystic blend is the footing for luscious locks among the women of Southern African countries.

Mystic Chebe Powder & Healthy Hair

It consists of cherry seeds, lavender, croton (Croton zambialis), resin tree sap and cloves. Since this is a traditional recipe there have been many regional variations with additions of local herbs of the same. Another combination of chebe powder used widely in the Asian countries constitute for cassia (Cassia fistula), fenugreek (Trigonella feoenumgraecum), Indian gooseberry (Embelica officinalis) , Makoi (Aristotelia chilensis), Ginseng (Panax ginseng), Avocado fruit and seed, Burdock or Arctium root, parsley, babassu oil (Attalea speciosa) and black castor oil (Ricinus communius).

BENEFITS OF USING CHEBE POWDER

Chebe powder offers a spacious content of benefits to support optimal hair growth and maintenance. A few of the benefits include:

1. Optimal pH Maintenance

Since the scalp is the foundation for hair, it is important to keep it as healthy as possible. The ideal ph. of the scalp is slightly acidic with a range of 4.5 to 5. It is when the pH of the scalp is off, we face all sorts of problems including dandruff, which transcend the pH scale to alkaline. So something that can keep this alkalinity of place is necessary. This is where chebe powder has shown up, the alkaloids in this blend helps to normalise the scalp pH and support hair growth.

2. Hair Growth

By inducing and reestablishing the lost scalp pH, it supports more follicle retention. Moreover, once the follicles are more exposed to hair packs and oils it further nourishes the hair roots and induces more hair growth.

3. Anti-inflammatory Properties

The use of natural herbs in this blend makes it a potent anti-inflammatory hair tonic. Presence of itching, tenderness or redness in the scalp are indications of inflammation. When you tend to use a lot of chemical based hair products and don't bother to wash them off, overtime it builds to form inflammation. The soothing effect of chebe powder will wash the build-up away while healing your scalp so that your hair follicles can remain strong.

4. Natural Conditioner

Deep conditioning is the key to growing and maintaining long healthy hair. Even though the single usage of chebe powder alone does not provide that much conditioning to the hair, it is advised to mix 1 to 2 teaspoons of your conditioner with chebe powder and then apply in your hair after shampooing.

5. Moisture Between Wash

If you feel that the hair becomes dry and brittle on the 3rd day of a wash, chebe powder suspends that dilemma for you. Alongside this if you feel like the hair needs a little reinforcement between the wash days, especially on the ends of your hair, it is always better to apply some chebe butter on the hair as a solution.

A very common myth regarding hair growth is that only a few types of hair grow while the others do not. Which is absolutely not correct, it is true that the stature and rate of growth of hair do depend from person to person, but all hair types are always on the go to grow. The chebe hair mask was formulated with the idea and hope that, over time and with consistent use, you will start to notice growth and overall thickness to your hair.

HOW TO APPLY HAIR MASK

  • Mix the required quantity of chebe powder needed for your hair with sufficient water in a bowl and fold into a smooth blend.
  • Apply a thin layer to freshly washed hair or damp the hair and then apply. Cover it with a towel or plastic sheet and leave it for 1 hour.
  • Rinse with cold water with conditioner mixed chebe powder and make sure to completely wash the remains off the hair.

It is always important to keep in mind that natural remedies do not provide you with answers overnight and the consistent use of them is necessary to achieve your necessities.

AYURVEDA AND HAIR CARE

Ayurvedic hair care is rooted in our history, with the prudent use of hair oils, serums, herbal masks, etc. The effective combination of cooling and cleansing herbs are necessary to manage the hair optimally from within. Ayurveda mentions the use of simple Triphala, a blend of Amla (Embelica officilalis), Bhibitha (Terminalia chebula), Haritaki (Terminalia bellerica) to wash hair to offer a natural cleanse. The three fruits of Triphala all target different systemic organs and together they create a synergistic formula that reaches out into every tissue element of Dhatu of the body.

According to Ayurveda, the hair or Roma is understood as the Dhatu Mala or subsidiary tissue element of Asthi Dhatu. Along with these it is important to enhance the digestive ability and to undertake good diet practices to have good hair growth. The condition of your hair is an indication of how well your body is absorbing nutrients.

Despite being over 5000 years old, Ayurveda offers quite an impressive amount of treatment strategies to optimise hair growth with the right systemic interventions, all which remain tact even today. Ayurveda is an ancient holistic system of medicine with incredible wisdom to offer. And at the end of the day you will be most served by the practices that best align you with who you are and with what is nourishing and supporting your hair type.

Thursday, June 17, 2021

Testicular Microlithiasis Treatment in Ayurveda with Herbal Remedies

As we all know that for reproductive purposes there is a system known as a reproductive system also called as genital system consisting of several internal and external organs. Any types of disease or disorder which can retard the normal function of the reproductive system are known as reproductive disorders. One of them is testicular microlithiasis, a disorder of male reproductive system. This is the disease of testis and can lead to the cancer of testis, so this should be treated in early stages. In this article we are going to discuss the testicular microlithiasis and herbal remedies of Planet Ayurveda effective in managing the Testicular microlithiasis.

Pain in Testicles

INTRODUCTION

Testes are the oval shaped organs which are covered by a skin layering known as Scrotum. These testes are responsible for the production and storage of the sperms which are one of the main parts of male reproductive system but when  small clumps of calcium get collected on the testicles this condition is known as Testicular microlithiasis. This condition is non-progressive and uncommon in which tiny, uniform; numerous calcium clusters are present in one or on both the testes. Acharya Shushrut explains the Anatomy of testes by saying Mamsa asruk Kapha Medaha parsadad Vrishno (Shushrut Sharir-4/30), which means testes are made up of the muscles, fat, blood and other derivatives.

CAUSES

The exact cause of Testicular microlithiasis is not known but some factors which are associated with this are:

  1. Mumps
  2. Testicular cancer- in some cases
  3. Infertility in males
  4. Cryptorchidism
  5. Intraepithelial germ cell neoplasia

But according to the Ayurveda concept, Testicular microlithiasis is mainly caused by suppression of the impulse of the semen.

AYURVEDIC CONCEPT

Testicular microlithiasis can be correlated with the Shukraz mutraskrichha, in which discharged of semen is contaminated by the three doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) separately which are situated in the urinary bladder produce pain in the phallus and pelvic region, cause difficulty in passing urine mixed with the semen and pelvic as well as testicles get stiffened, swollen and intensely painful.

(Charak Chikitsa-26/42)

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

Generally Testicular microlithiasis is asymptomatic but there can be pain and inflammation may be reported. There is presence of some signs and symptoms due to some associated diseases. If this is associated with testicular cancer then symptoms and signs may include:

  1. Testicles may swollen
  2. Pain in the testes
  3. Painless lump on the testes which may vary in size
  4. Heaviness or Aching in the lower abdomen or scrotum
  5. Lump does not go away and remain persistent to the testicles
  6. Large size lymph nodes of abdomen or neck

TYPES

Testicular Microlithiasis Is Of Two Types:

  1. Classical Testicular Microlithiasis - These are present with 5 microcalcifications in one or both of the testes.
  2. Limited Testicular Microlithiasis - There is presence of echogenic foci which can be one or two.

RISKS

Risk factors of testicular microlithiasis are related to the testicular cancer and these factors may include:

  1. Subfertility and infertility
  2. Ethnicity
  3. HIV or AIDS
  4. Muscle building supplements
  5. Family history i.e. Genetic disorders
  6. History of testicular maldescent or cryptorchidism
  7. At young age there can be presence of atrophic testis
  8. Testicular dysgenesis syndrome
  9. Adaptation of unhealthy lifestyle and diet
  10. Excessive intake of kapha vardhak ahara

DIAGNOSIS

Testicular ultrasound is the best method of diagnosing the testicular microlithiasis in which the appearance of micro calcification can be seen in one or both of the testes. The ultrasound images shows three types of results.

  1. When there is presence of less than five micro calcifications, this case is of limited testicular microlithiasis.
  2. When there is presence of five or more tiny calcifications, this is the case of Classical type of Testicular microlithiasis.
  3. When there is presence of many tiny calcifications, this is diffuse testicular microlithiasis.

TREATMENT

There is no exact treatment for the testicular microlithiasis, patients are monitored if they don't have any symptoms and are not associated with the other conditions. Ayurveda can help with the help of natural herbs and other methods in managing the Testicular microlithiasis. These herbs are effective in clearing the microcalcifications present in the testes and also prevent the further formation of these micro calcifications. These herbs are effective in preventing other associated diseases also.

HERBAL REMEDIES OF PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda provides various herbal formulations which are helpful in managing and treating various types of diseases. These are effective and safe herbal formulations which are useful in opening and softening the channels eliminating impurities and circulating the proper nutrition to the tissues. The herbal remedies of Planet Ayurveda are pure, vegetarian and natural form which is free from any type of preservatives, chemicals, dye, fillers, additives, yeast and colors. These remedies are totally safe without any side effects and more effective in people who use it. The herbal formulations which are useful in managing Testicular microlithiasis are:

  1. Varunadi Vati
  2. Punarnava Capsules
  3. Kanchnaar  Guggul
  4. Mutrakrichantak Churna
  5. Tribulus Power

Herbal Remedies For Testicular Microlithiasis

Herbal Remedies for Testicular Microlithiasis

PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION

1. Varunadi Vati

Varunadi vati has diuretic and blood purifying action, so useful in decreasing the chances of formation of stone in testicles and also increasing the passage of micro stones out via urine. These are also effective in reducing pain occurs due to testicular microlithiasis.Varunadi Vati has been used for treating the various other diseases also. Herbs present in this formulation are effective in treating the various ailments like relieving pain occurs due to stones, preventing formation of further stones, and it do not break the stones like allopathic medicines because breaking cause complications such as blockage in the passage but also dissolve the stones so it can easily pass out as well as passing of the semen so can manage the testicular microlithiasis. These contains four herbs such as Gokhsur (Tribulus terrestris), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Guggulu (Commiphora mukul) and Varun (Crataeva nurvala).

Dosage - 1-2 tablets two or three times with lukewarm water.

2. Punarnava Capsules

This herbal remedy of Planet Ayurveda has therapeutic components which promote the digestive system, improve the eyesight, manage heart issues and also prevent diseases like urinary tract infection, diabetes, gout, impotence, arthritis etc. These capsules are effective in Testicular microlithiasis as it boosts libido and improves fertility in the men. These have strong aphrodisiac properties which not only reduce anxiety and mental stress but also increase the production of reproductive hormones in men as well as women. These increase men’s stamina, increase blood circulation and improve quality of the semen. The ingredient present in this herbal remedy is Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa).

Dosage - 1-2 capsules two times a day with plain water after meals.

3. Kanchnaar Guggul

This herbal formulation is very effective in managing the Testicular microlithiasis as this herbal formulation is helpful in dissolving the stone, preventing any blockage and also preventing the calcification. These have analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties which help in reductioning inflammation and pain. Ingredients used in this formulation are effective in removing or eliminating various toxins from the body and by doing so it reduces the risk of other infections too. This eliminating process is helpful in cleansing the entire physiology resulting in health benefits. This herbal formulation prepared from Kanchnaar bark (Bauhinia variegata), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Ginger (Zingiber officinale), Pippali (Piper longum), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Varuna (Crateva religiosa),  Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica) and Black pepper (Piper nigrum).

Dosage - 1-2 tablets two or three times a day with lukewarm water.

4. Mutrakrichantak Churna

This herbal formulation is very useful in treating urinary tract infection, high urea, kidney stones, high uric acid, creatinine levels etc. This herbal formulation is effective in relieving ureteric stones, testicular issues, painful micturition and it also has diuretic property, acts as antioxidant and also provides nutrition to the body. These are helpful in managing the testicular microlithiasis due its diuretic property by eliminating the micro calcifications out from the body. Ingredients included in this herbal remedy are Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Kaasni (Cichorium intybus), Shigru (Moringa oleifera), Apamarg (Achyranthes aspera), Varun (Crataeva nurvala), Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri) etc.

Dosage - 1 teaspoon twice daily with water.

5. Tribulus Power

Tribulus power is very effective in kidney problems like kidney stones, increase urination, improve sexual problems of male including erectile dysfunction, increase sexual desire, involuntary release of the semewn etc. Ingredient of Tribulus power is Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris).

Dosage - 1-2 capsules two times daily with plain water after meals.

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CONCLUSION

Testicular microlithiasis can be managed with the use of herbal formulations and these formulations prevent the further complications. But the effect of these herbs can vary from one person to another person because each and every individual is different from others. As we all know that there is no specific treatment in the modern system of medicine for this disease. They suggest some medicines which only lower down the various symptoms of disease but don't treat the underlying cause. But in Ayurveda there are many herbal formulations used in managing Testicular microlithiasis as these herbal formulations target the main cause of the disease and also prevent various other types of disorders too.

Monday, June 14, 2021

Treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease in Ayurveda

WHAT IS PERIPHERAL ARTERY DISEASE?

Peripheral artery disease, commonly known as PAD, is a form of peripheral vascular disease characterized by narrowed blood vessels, rendering it unable to carry and deliver blood to the outer parts of the body on demand such as the arms and legs.

This common circulatory problem indicates a probable build-up of fatty deposits in the arteries which fosters gradually and can be identified as atherosclerosis which results in the former.

SYMPTOMS

This reduced blood flow to the arms and legs can give rise to cramps with which one may find it difficult to even walk but disappears when rested for 5 minutes. This cramp may be localized on the clogged artery. Cramps may arise on either of the hips or both, calf or thigh muscles upon exertion such as walking, climbing stairs etc. Unhealable sores on the feet, legs or toes or unidentified colour change appearance. Numbness, coldness or weakness on the affected organ. Altered pulse and long-winded growth of toenails.

WORRY NOT, LET'S TAKE A GLANCE ON THE RISK FACTORS!

First of all, if these symptoms have been observed, let's not shun it as another facet of aging! Keep in mind if you've crossed the age of 65 and have a recorded history of diabetes or if you have had the habit of smoking. Another potential threat for PAD can be traced to obesity, high blood pressure or a high cholesterol, heart disease or even stroke. PAD also finds its root in hereditary factors.

AN AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE

Ayurveda weighs the constitution of each individual with its unique dosic constitution of which vata pitta and kapha plays its components, hence disregarding a generalised treatment procedure, this 'mother of healing' rightly regarded as such, uproots the disease as a whole in lieu of the superficial symptoms!

AYURVEDA AND PAD

Ayurveda sorts PAD as 'uttana vatarakta'.vatarakta is a condition which affects both vata dosha and rakta. This disorder comes into play when the accumulation of pitta and vata dosha hinders the blood channels/passages inciting the deterred circulation of vata by which vatarakta proves functional.

AYURVEDIC SUPPLEMENTS THAT CAN BE AN EFFECTIVE AID

These specially formulated ayurvedic supplements by Planet Ayurveda is an indispensable part in forestalling PAD, these formulations are 100% natural, pure vegetarian and is marked free from chemicals or preservatives or any additives as such which brought to you carefully by an MD Ayurveda expert.

Ayurvedic supplements, Peripheral artery disease

1. Chanderprabha Vati

Moon is chander in Sanskrit and prabha means glow. This supplements the overall functions of the body excellently. This helps in restoring the disrupted kapha dose as well as vata dosha and favours its proper metabolism which is beneficial in the case of PAD. This tablet is operative in getting rid of unwanted weight by relocating it to the weight demanding sites! This tablet also proves to be useful as an outstanding detoxifier of blood which is of primary concern when it comes to PAD, by inducing greater oxygenation consequently restoring its vitality! Chandraprabha vati is a classical and significant ayurvedic medication that is recommended in ancient medical texts for various health concerns irrespective of age or any gender as such.

Dosage - 2 tablets twice daily with plain water after meals.

2. Gotu Kola Capsules

Ayurveda underlines mental health as equal importance to physical health. Ayurveda credits a healthy body to a healthy mind and vice versa, hence it becomes imperative in calming our mind when a disease has taken a toll on us physically. Gotukola capsules fixate on balancing the psychic energies such as the sattva, rajas and tama of the mind as well as the three doshas. These capsules also work wonders on a healthy blood circulation. And has a meritorious effect on the metabolism of our whole wellbeing-the mind and the body!

Dosage - 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

3. Ashwagandha Capsules

'A pearl of great price'- this versatile , renowned and most valuable  herb commonly known as winter cherry is held as a 1st class adaptogenic tonic and finds a major portion in classical ayurvedic treatises  and is referred as 'ayurvedic ginseng' as it wards off both physical and mental stress productively!

This is popular amongst the laymen as an ayurvedic rejuvenator, bearing a major component of countless ayurvedic formulations.

  • Ashwagandha is a jewel considering its impact on the vata dosha!
  • This herb is profitable for refurbishing the muscles.
  • Proves beneficial irrespective of all ages and genders.
  • Ashwagandha also recuperates our overall health by enhancing each of the systems that account for our body.

Dosage - 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

4. Arjuna Capsules

Arjuna capsules reaps the benefit of the Terminalia Arjuna herb, a widely held medicine deemed for cardioprotection, this supplement cashes in this property by optimising the cholesterol levels thereby thwarting the possibility of it getting lodged in the vessels of the body leading to a healthy heart and an apposite blood circulation which proves advantageous in staving off PAD! Arjuna constructively harmonises the tridosas of the body and defends any metabolic disorders that may get to your feet.

Dosage - 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

5. Musli Strength

This polyherbal capsules serve as a necessary companion in terms of supporting the overall system that functions our body. It boosts the brain and mental health and addresses the disorder in its full form!

Dosage - 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

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WHY AYURVEDA

Hence, in accordance with a modified lifestyle and diet practices, these supplements may best serve as a 'confidante' that lends a hand for keeping PAD offshore!

Ayurveda, the all-inclusive science stays true to its literary Sanskrit meaning 'the science of life'. Ayurveda places its complete faith in the strategy of prevention by emphasising on the comprehensive lifestyle practices this science which dates back to approximately 5000 years ago disposes, testimonies its service which is made use of even today in this fast paced world!

Saturday, June 12, 2021

Treatment for Eruptive Syringoma in Ayurveda

All over the human body sweat glands are present, most numerous on armpits, forehead, soles of feet and palms. The sweat mostly consists of water and some amount of salts. The main function is to maintain the body temperature. Sweat glands are generally of two types and occur only in mammals. One is eccrine sweat glands, controlled by a sympathetic nervous system helpful in regulating body temperature. When internal temperature of our body gets raised, this eccrine glands secrete water then heat is removed by evaporation and another one is apocrine sweat glands mostly associated with our hair follicles secrete a fatty sweat into the gland tubule continuously. Eruptive syringoma is a rare type of syringoma that means benign adnexal tumour of eccrine sweat glands. Let's discuss it in detail!

Eruptive Syringoma

INTRODUCTION

The word syringoma is derived from a Greek word i.e. syrinx which means tube. The eruptive syringoma is a condition which is a common type of benign tumor of eccrine sweat ducts. It is a rare type of syringoma in which pigmented papules are present on the anterior surface of our body. It is very common in females. There are many types of syringoma like eruptive, vulvar, linear, penile, acral, scalp and plaque type. According to ayurveda context it can be correlated with "svedo vaha srotas dusti" or skin diseases i.e. Kustha roga. Swedovaha srotas is a channel carrying sweat or sweat glands which have its root in medas (fat) and hair follicles. When due to any cause this Swedovaha strosa gets affected it can cause its dushti related diseases like Eruptive syringoma.

CAUSES

Most common cause of Eruptive Syringomas are as follows:

  • Hereditary cause
  • Any type of obstruction in the production of sweat glands
  • Any activity which can increase the production of sweat from sweat glands which can lead to the growth of a tumor.
  • Eruptive syringomas can also occur due to some medical conditions such as Diabetes, Down syndrome, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome or Marfan’s syndrome.

According to Ayurveda context, causes of swedavaha srotas dushti are: (Charak Viman-5/22)

  • Ati-vyayama (Excessive physical exercise)
  • Ati-santapa (Consumption of excessive heat)
  • Shit-Ushnakram Sevnad (Intake of cold and hot things in improper way)
  • Krodha (Anger)
  • Shoak (Grief)
  • Bhaya (Fear)

Common causes of skin diseases (Kushtha rogas) are: (Charak Chikitsa- 7/4-8)

  • Excessive fear and exertion
  • Use of contra-indicated items while undergoing Panchakarma therapy
  • Indulge in eating radish, black gram, flour preparations, milk, sesamum and jiggery
  • Use of hot, cold, lightning measures and diet against the prescribed orders
  • Habit of taking unctuous and heavy substances
  • After exposure to intensive heat applying cold water immediately
  • Excessive exposure to the exercise and intense heat after eating food
  • Intake of food during indigestion or when the previous meal is not properly digested
  • Excessive use of new cereals, fish, curd, salt and sour substances
  • Regular sleep during day time
  • Perform sexual intercourse during indigestion
  • Indulge in sinful activities
  • Insulting Brahmins, teachers
  • Excessive use of new cereals, fish, curd, salt and sour substances
  • Regular sleep during day time
  • Perform sexual intercourse during indigestion
  • Indulge in sinful activities

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

Some common symptoms of eruptive syringoma are as follows:

  • Successive crops of disseminated, small yellowish lesions appear at atypical sites
  • Symmetrical and bilateral distribution of lesions on affected regions
  • Pain in the affected areas
  • Itchiness in affected areas
  • Redness of affected skin areas

According to Ayurveda context symptoms of swedovaha srotas dushti are: (Charak Viman- 5/8)

  • Aswedana (Loss of perspiration)
  • Atiswedana (Excessive perspiration)
  • Parushya (Coarseness)
  • Ati-shlakshana (Excessive smoothness)
  • Daha (Extensive burning sensation)
  • Lomharsha (Horripilation)

Common symptoms of skin diseases (Kushths rogas) are as follows: (Charak Chikitsa- 7/11-12)

  • Deranged complexion
  • Itching
  • Excessive or no perspiration
  • Piercing pain
  •  Horripilation
  • Organs become numbed
  • Burning sensation on the skin
  • Loss of sensation of touch
  • Exertion
  • Appearance of rashes on the skin
  • Exhaustion
  • Excessive pain in the wounds with their quick origin and delayed healing
  • Horripilation

COMPLICATIONS

Common Complications of Skin disorders (Kushtha) include: (Charak Nidan- 5/11)

  • Fever
  • Falling down of body parts
  • Diarrhea
  • Anorexia
  • Excessive thirst
  • Profuse discharge
  • Burning sensation
  • Decay of body parts
  • Indigestion

TREATMENT

Treatment of Eruptive Syringoma includes:

  • Medication like trichloroacetic acid
  • Laser removal
  • Electric cauterization
  • Manual excision of lesion
  • Cryotherapy

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR ERUPTIVE SYRINGOMA

As per Ayurveda aspect, Ayurvedic treatment for eruptive syringoma may include:

1. Samshodhan Chikitsa (Detoxification Procedure)-

  1. Sanehan (Oleation)
  2. Svedan (Fomentation)
  3. Vaman (emesis)
  4. Virechana (purgation)
  5. Raktamokshan (bloodletting)
  6. Rookshana (Inducing dryness)
  7. Deepan (Stimulating digestive fire)
  8. Pachana (Digestion)
  9. Nasya (Nasal drug administration)

2. Shanshman Chikitsa (Using Herbs Orally)

Planet Ayurveda provides us herbal formulations which are very useful in serving mankind and are 100% organic products free from any type of preservatives or any chemical agents. These are made under the supervision of ayurveda experts.

Herbal Remedies For Eruptive Syringoma

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The herbal formulation which are effective in treating eruptive syringoma are as follows:

  1. Kanchnaar Guggul - This formulation has herbs which have antibacterial properties and also effective in treating various lymphadenopathies. This formulation is effective in maintaining the healthy functions of the lymphatic system. This is also very efficiently in treating eruptive syringoma because it is very effective in treating various health conditions including skin diseases, fistula, tumors and cancers, as it contain herbs like bark of Kanchnaar (Bauhinia variegata), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Varuna (Crataeva religiosa), Pippali (Piper longum), Kali mirch (Piper nigrum) etc.
    Dosage: 1-2 tablets two or three times a day with lukewarm water.
  2. Curcumin Capsules - These herbal capsules of planet Ayurveda promote wound healing as it contains a natural anti-inflammatory herb. This formulation has krimighna property because it is effective in killing the worms in the body which can harm us and also maintains the healthy function of the immune system by increasing the disease combating power of body so it is highly efficacious in eruptive syringoma. This herbal formulation contains pure extract of haridra (Curcuma longa).
    Dosage: 1-2 capsules two times a day with plain water after meals.
  3. Manjishtha Capsules - This herbal formulation clinically acts as the best blood purifier because of the active principles present in this formulation. It is also helpful in removing harmful toxins from their body as well as from the blood and also effective in removing obstruction from the sweat ducts, so it is useful in treating the eruptive syringoma as there is blockage in the sweat ducts. This formulation is made from the pure extract of manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia) which has antimicrobial, antiinflammatory, antispasmodic, blood purifier and immunity- enhancer properties.
    Dosage: 1-2 capsules two times a day with plain water after meals.
  4. Gandhak Rasayan - This formulation has antimicrobial, antibacterial and antiviral properties which are helpful in balancing tridosha (vata, pitta and kapha) and works profoundly in treating eruptive syringoma very well because it is effective in improving skin symptoms like itching, burning sensation etc.  This herbal formulation contains shuddha gandhak i.e. purified and detoxified sulphur because gandhak has tremendous benefits on skin functioning.
    Dosage: 1-2 tablets two times a day with luke warm water after meals.

CONCLUSION

Ayurvedic treatment is very effective treating diseases like Eruptive Syringoma. The herbal formulations of Planet Ayurveda are highly effective in treating various diseases including skin diseases but one should use these herbal formulations under the guidance of the Ayurveda practitioner. Because an expert Ayurveda practitioner will diagnose the condition very effectively and recommend the herbal formulations according to your condition. For more queries you can contact us on herbalremedies123@yahoo.com or visit our clinic at Mohali, Punjab.

Monday, June 7, 2021

Troubled By Ulcerative Colitis? In Search Of An Ayurveda Clinic?

PLANET AYURVEDA - THE TOP CHOICE!

Got diagnosed with ulcerative colitis recently? Or do you doubt the disease and wish to consult an Ayurveda clinic? Even if you are someone who got diagnosed with the disease earlier and wish to treat it, still it's never late. This could be the right opportunity to pull up your socks and approach Ayurveda for the cure.

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MORE ON ULCERATIVE COLITIS & AYURVEDA

Ulcerative colitis is considered as an inflammatory disease that affects intestines by creating inflammations which produce small sores called ulcers within the lining of the intestines or gastrointestinal tract. This condition is said to begin at the rectum and gradually spread to intestinal areas. The main reason behind the pain is attributed to the ulcers formed and the fact that due to damages caused to cells lining the tract surfaces, mucous production could be reduced. Bleeding is also caused due to the same reasons of ulcer formations and absence of mucous production.

In Ayurveda, Ulcerative colitis is actually related to Pitta dosha, one among the three of the Tridosas i.e., Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Related to the same, it is called Pittaja grahani in some concepts. Here the second term Grahani itself indicates that it is something in association with intestines and it is indicated that it is caused due to Pitta as its mentioned as Pittaja grahani. This is caused due to the vitiation of Pitta in the intestinal tracts and Vata sometimes. The idea of Purisha Vaha srotas is also to be mentioned here as Purisha is the feces that faces difficulty to be passed down in cases of constipation as an effect. The Srotas here is evidently the tract which carries the feces which is the intestinal tract.

CAUSES INCLUDE

Though it could be possible to address many related causes, still the exact reason remains unsolved to be stated properly. But this stays satisfactory as these reasons are always found enough to heal the disease when once diagnosed with. Few of them include the primary causes like diet. So as to acknowledge the reasons of a disease as anything related to the diet it is always important in Ayurveda to understand terms like Doshas and Agni. Tridosha is a well-known concept of the 3 humors- Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Of these Pitta being the one related to ulcerative colitis, it is important to understand that the primary step to be taken is to prevent the vitiation of the Dosha by forming a daily diet accordingly, or else foods that imbalance the Pitta dosha results in the Ama condition. Ama is the deposition of toxins on intestinal tracts due to indigestion of food, as the vitiation of Pitta has hindered proper action of Agni.

Other than this aspect, it is also considered as a genetically inherent disease and has a chance to pass down to you through the parental genes.

HOW TO IDENTIFY?

The symptoms that might help you confirm your disease includes abdominal pain, sense of inappropriate bowels, loss of interest to eat followed by weight loss and low energy, rectal pain, rectal bleeding, diarrhea with blood or pus content and fever. Living with the disease is hard and so once you recognize the symptoms, it's important to seek advice from your physician to treat it.

TYPES OF ULCERATIVE COLITIS

  1. Ulcerative Proctitis - In this type, the inflammations are only established at the rectal area and bleeding is the prime symptom.
  2. Pancolitis - This is the type in which the entire colon gets affected and leads to some serious symptoms like heavy diarrhoea with bleeding, abdominal cramps and loss of weight.

MAJOR COMPLICATIONS

Intestinal perforation, acute bleeding, osteoporosis, increased risk of colon cancer, lagged growth in children, high levels of dehydration etc.

TREATMENTS IN AYURVEDA

Ayurveda, the science which deals with lifestyle is the best choice to tackle ulcerative colitis by seeking treatment from a physician. This is mainly because body friendly treatments, diets and easier post preventive methods are made possible with Ayurveda. The treatments include-

The therapies include;

  1. Parishechana - It involves the process of dropping oils like Chandanadi tailam or Shatadouth grtham below navel of the abdomen.
  2. Pichu - It is a treatment in which oils like Dhanwantara tailam and Bhala tailam are used to apply on an instrument to place it inside the anal canal. The herbs due to their cooling property gives a cooling effect to the ulcers within the canal. Basti is mainly done mainly to cure Vata. Anuvasan basti is also another type of basti that is used using Prapundrikadi thailam.
  3. Piccha Basti - which is a processed enema using drugs like honey, rock salt or nalpamaradi keram. This is similar to Kashaya basti.

PLANET AYURVEDA FOR YOUR CONCERNS

Ayurveda is the best treatment you can opt to have a safer and easier journey of becoming ulcerative colitis free. Planet Ayurveda finds the root cause of your condition so as to treat you from the root level. We help you clear the queries regarding the kind of cause which lead you to this disease and so make it convenient for you to choose the treatments and diets by consultations and discussions with our clinical physicians.

Our doctors would help you have safe and personalized care for all services from consultations, treatments like Basti, charting Pitta shamana (balancing) diets to your post treatment care regimes and diets.

Being prepared for anything is always wise and so come to us with your conclusions listed and make sure it includes the symptoms that you are experiencing, major stress you doubt is due to this disease, life changes and all the queries about which you wish to convey with the doctor.

A healthy lifestyle is the key to daily sleep in peace. Similar is the everyday routine that takes us to a healthy life in steps. Healthy way of living and healthy treatments when diseased is only possible with the traditional medical science, Ayurveda and Planet Ayurveda could be the best ally to take care of you when you lag a little in your health game.

So, for any health issues, come visit Planet Ayurveda for a peaceful, satisfactory experience and a healthy return is assured.

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