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About Dr. Karanvir Singh

Vaidya Karanvir Singh is the younger Vaidya in Chandigarh Ayurved & Panchakarma Centre. He is the fourth generation in his family who is practicing as a general consultant in Ayurved & Panchakarma treatment at Chandigarh. In his practice, he had treated more than 1000 plus patients worldwide.

HOW TO GAIN WEIGHT NATURALLY

April 23, 2021
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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE AND HEALTHY DIET

The Dosha imbalance in the body happens due to unhealthy life standards, unhealthy diet, lack of exercise and low immunity and excessive use of chemical-based supplements or chemical based treatments for weight gain and to treat other health problems. But you can stay healthy or gain weight by following health tips.

Supplements alone don’t work. They’re a boost to your existing diet. If you eat junk and processed foods a lot, you won’t see good results. But if you’re open to making those changes, here are some tips are complementary to Ayurvedic medicine for weight gain:

Include plant-based diet in your day to day meals, like soybeans, green vegetables, fresh fruits, fruit juice and vegetable smoothies.
Avoid intake of Non-vegetarian food. Avoid excessive alcohol consumption and cigarette smoking. Include rice, beans, black gram, ghee, and wheat in your daily diet plan.
Add some natural spices like ginger, cumin, black pepper, carom seeds, turm eric, Choti Elaichi, Badi Elaichi, Laung(cloves), Saunf(Anise) in your meals to improve your appetite.
Get a good night’s sleep. Make sure you have at least 7-8 hours of undisturbed and sound sleep. Our metabolism goes out of order if we are suffering from constant insomnia but with a little bit of cow’s milk and turmeric powder cooked in it, you’ll doze off in no time. Before going to bed during sleeping time, avoid interruptions like using mobile phones, watching Tv etc. You can try massaging your feet before bed.
Eat and enjoy your food in a noise-free place or distraction free place so that you can focus completely on your food.
Eat your meal at average speed because too fast and too slow eating affects your metabolism and lowers the body’s rate of nutrient absorption.
Avoid drinking water 30 minutes before meals and after having a meal.
To strengthen your muscles and bones, massage your body with sesame oil. It improves whole body’s blood circulation.
Try and keep your body toxin free. So, stay always hydrated throughout the day.
Exercise regularly, it regulates our metabolism and enhances digestive fire you’ll eat more and gain weight.
Drinking some lukewarm water with lemon juice after every meal. This will keep you hydrated as well as it will boost your digestion, and eventually increase your weight.
Stress, anxiety, and depression can cause weight loss. Try to practice yoga and pranayama and learn how to relax and avoid processed foods or junk food. Instead, you can use instead different types of Ayurvedic weight gain tonics and powders since those are healthier options.
If you’re eating meat and dairy, go for grass-fed lean meats and organic dairy products. Cook your meat portions in ghee and add some black pepper, salt, and spices. It will make the dish tastier and also will enhance your digestion.
Add soy to your diet. Soy is a rich source of protein and is known to increase body weight.
Don’t skip drinking fruit juices. Avoid the packed ones or canned. Even better if you have whole fruit.
Spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves and herbs like oregano and parsley are known to increase appetite and promote weight gain.
Eat mindfully. Yes, this is the most important tip. Whatever you eat, chew well so that it is properly digested. Don’t just swallow after a few bites because that won’t do you any good and won’t be used up by the body.

YOGA AND MEDITATION

Yoga and Meditation play a very important role in gaining weight naturally. Yoga and meditation manage your stress level and calms the mind down, hence balances the all three doshas of the body.

Pranayam is an essential to remove the harmful toxins from the body which are responsible for imbalance of all three doshas.

DETOXIFICATION BY PANCHKARMA THERAPIES

In Ayurveda, for every disease treatment, there are panchkarma therapies for detoxification is a must.

To get the best results from oral medications, detoxification is done prior to it. These therapies include : Vamanam(Emesis), Virechanam(Purgation), Anuvasanam and Niruha basti(Enema).

NATURAL HERBS USED FOR WEIGHT GAIN

Numerous kinds of spices and herbs are useful to GAIN WEIGHT NATURALLY.

ASHWAGANDHA

Ashwagandha Is a natural nourishing herb that nourishes body cells and is a good sleep inducing herb. It also corrects hormonal imbalance and expells toxins out from the body.

It has pungent smell, the avaleham formulation made from Ashwagandha has innumerable health benefits.
It is rich in adaptogenic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory properties.
The formulations of Withania somnifera plant acts as a sport supplement and offers strength, muscle mass, endurance and stamina.
Apart from Ashwagandha, it’s avaleha is also enriched with the benefits of cardamom, milk, long pepper, clove, bhallataka, saffron, mace, patala, walnut, water chestnut, nutmeg, bamboo mannaloha bhasma, vanga bhasma, abhrak bhasma, and naga bhasma.
It helps to reduce stress, anxiety and treat diseases like arthritis, fibromyalgia, insomnia, heart problems, boost immunity and is extremely beneficial for loss of libido in men.

DOSE

Avaleha: 5-10 grams with milk. 2 times a day after meals or as suggested by the physician.

Ashwagandha powder : 300 -500 mg per day by mixing with warm water or milk.

MULETHI

Low immunity is one of the many responsible factors behind weight loss. Mulethi helps in this condition

Mulethi boosts your immune system. It protects the lining of alimentary canals, improves digestion and promotes proper absorption of nutrients.
Mulethi or Licorice is a quintessential ingredient in case of weight gain. The root of this plant has been used for curing a no. of ailments since a very very long time, be it strengthening the immunity, enhancing overall stamina and strength, the churna of the yashtimadhu roots does it all and works on overall health.
The rich amount of of herbal ingredients in this ayurvedic formulation compensates for the lack of vitamins and minerals from the daily diet and therefore, guarantees increase in weight and muscle mass on regular consumption.

POWDER DOSE – 1-3 grams for adults, twice daily with lukewarm water or milk, before meals or as advised by the ayurvedic physician.

SHATAVARI

Shatavari is a pure and harmonious herb. Its in nature is to calm your mind and reduce tension and stress. It nourishes the body cells and provides strength.
The herb makes sure our entire body is hydrated, improves digestion, and boosts the immune system.
It is named as the “Queen of Herbs”. Shatavari is super beneficial in regulating hormones and increasing body weight in women.
This potent ‘female-friendly herb’ hold high significance in bolstering immunity, boosting digestion, treating anorexia nervosa, enhancing libido, promoting lactation and preventing stress and anxiety.
By normalizing the Pitta, Shatavari makes sure to keep optimal body fluids, and therefore helps in weight gain.

Powder Dose: 1 fourth to half teaspoon with honey or milk, twice a day or as directed by the physician

TRIPHALA

Triphala improve digestion and flushes out the toxins from the body.

CUMIN

Cumin gives relief from bloating, gas, and acidity problems. Aids in digestion and proper assimilation of food. Hence, weight gain.

TURMERIC

Turmeric is one of the antioxidant rich herbs in Ayurveda. It helps in balancing the body tridoshas doshas and protects you from various health complications which can lead to weight loss.

CARDAMON

Cardamom is an antioxidant-rich herb in Ayurveda that helps to balance Vata and pitta dosha domination. Helps in weight gain.

ALFALFA

It’s a flowering plant and its consumption makes the body healthy and strong. It improves your metabolism and promotes the healthy weight gain. This is one of the best Ayurvedic herbs for weight gain.

CUSTARD APPLE

It boosts the immune system and strengthens the bones and muscles. Hence helps building muscle mass.

CHYAWANPRASH

Chyawanprash needs no introduction because it is one of the most used dietary supplements in almost all Indian households.

It is rich with powerful herbs, spices, minerals and plenty of vitamin C. This supplement extensively helps in the prevention of a variety of health ailments. It has tremendous immunomodulatory effects and rejuvenative and revitalizing properties.
The herbal ingredients in this sweet-sour avaleha formulation includes Ashwagandha, Tulasi, elaichi, Safed Chandana, Amlaki, Neem, Pippali, Arjun, Brahmi, Kesar, Ghrita and Shahad.
This supplement is not only beneficial for bolstering immunity but also help in weight gain, improves digestion, increase bone strength and density, and strengthen muscles.
It is also known to improve skin health, and enhance fertility and promotes libido in women.

BADAM PAK

As the name Badam paka signifies, this formulation is enriched with the nutrition of nuts. It has almond, pistachio, clove, ghee, cardamom, jaiphal, saffron, cinnamon, and swarna bhasma,
This sweet avaleha preparation plays a vital role in providing the body with nourishment, strength and stamina. It facilitate weight gain, and energizes the body, but it also prevents stress, mental fatigue, microbial infections, and constipation.

Adult Dose : 10 gm with warm milk twice a day or as suggested by the ayurvedic physician.

INSECT BITES

April 23, 2021
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WHAT IS AN INSECT BITES?

Insect bite can be listed under the puncture wounds. It is caused by an insect possibly in self-defence or when looking to feed.

They typically inject the Formic acid which may lead to immediate skin reactions like itching, Redness, pain swelling etc.

AYURVEDIC ASPECT OF INSECT BITE

In Ayurveda, Insect bite is classified under the Agantuja Vrana(Wound caused by external factors) or Viddha Vrana or Punctured wound.

Insect bite is also known as “Kita Damsha”

Atreya said something about the Kita or insects- They are born from the putrefied urine, feces, semen, egg, and cadavers of snakes.

The division of insects based on doshic characteristics into 4 types-

Vata- in this type of insect bite the sensation of prickling pain is greatly increased.
Pitta- In this type of insect bite there is less exudation but more burning sensation, redness, spreading of symptoms, and its appearance is like a ripe Pilu Fruit or kharjūra fruit(Phoenix dactylifera).
Kapha- In this type there is mild pain, and the swelling appears like a ripen Udumbara fruit (Ficus racemosa).
Sannipattika- In this type there is copious exudate, presence of all of the previous symptoms or mixed symptomatology, and this type is very difficult to treat.

Ancient Ayurveda Treatment

For the One dohik involvement i.e. Vata, Pitta, and Kapha – Acharya Atreya recommends the 3 kinds of doshic treatments- fomentation, the application of medicines, and washing the lesion (Exception- instances of loss of consciousness, ulceration of the wounds, or infection.
Ghee mixed with equal amounts of trivruta (Operculina turpenthum) and tanduliyaka( the Sanskrit term for Amaranthus spinosus, commonly known as the spiny amaranth, prickly amaranth or thorny amaranth) should be consumed.
Human hair can be used to fumigate all types of bite/sting.

One should undergo purificatory therapy and after that the patient should apply a paste made of the milky sap of tree bark at the site of lesion.

The application of a paste of mukta (pearls)- It is considered the best cure for swelling, pricking pain, burning, and fever
Dasanga agada– Acharya Kashyapa listed the herbal formula which is beneficial for insect bites. It consists of combination of the herbs like Vacha(Acorus calamus), Hingu, Vidanga(Embilia ribes) , saindhava, gajapippali, patha, prativaisa, and vyosa, which are formed into a paste and then rolled into pills. “This formulation cures all kinds of insect poisons.”
The seeds of sirisa(Albizzia lebbeck) soaked and macerated for 3 times in the milky sap of Arka and then mixed with Pippali(Long pepper) powder is the Agada or antidote that destroys the poison of insects.

MOST COMMON INSECT BITES

Mosquito
Ant
Bee
Spider
Hornets
Wasps
Mites
Fleas

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS-

Pain
Redness
Swelling
Inflammation
Blisters
Itching
Irritation
Numbness
Tingling Sensation
Rashes and burning
Cramps
Stiffness
Breathlessness
Nausea

HOME REMEDIES-

For redness and pain- apply ice packs on the affected part which helps to relieve from redness and pain.
In case of Swelling- Clean the affected area of the bite by using a soap and adequate amount of water. Then immediately, apply ice pack as it may reduce the swelling. Avoid scratching the bite or the area around it as it in order to reduce the chances of infection in Future.
Insect Stingers- The insects that can leave stingers on your skin i.e. Honeybees and yellow jackets.

Firstly, remove the stinger from a card or something similar but it is advised not to pinch the stinger as it might spread more venom.
For redness, pain swelling follow the above points in addition some points are listed below-
Allium cepa (Onion)- Application of Sliced onion on the affected site by gently tapping and holding.Time Duration- 1hour
Baking soda mixed with water may help to neutralize Venom of bee and reduces pain, itching and swelling. Time duration- 15minute and repeat it if required.
Honey- Apply to the affected site cover with a loose bandage keep it for an hour.
Apple cider Vinegar- It is believed that it can neutralize the Venom. Use diluted Apple Cider Vinegar to the affected site for at least 15minutes.

To remove the swelling, elevate the area of the bite if possible.
A mixture of baking soda and water can be applied over the affected site in order to avoid pain and swelling.
Aloe Vera, basil leaves and peppermint due to their antiseptic properties, considered as a great remedy to treat insect bites.
Aloe Vera- Local application Aloe Vera gel on the affected area. Peppermint leaves- Application of crushed leaves or peppermint oil provides a cooling sensation and reduces the itching. Time Duration-15 minutes
Basil leaves (2 table- spoons Crushed) and Turmeric Powder (2 table- spoons) mix them well together and apply on the affected site. It helps to reduce itching.
Application of Mustard oil and Neem oil is a natural mosquito repellent.

IS THERE NEED TO SEEK FOR A MEDICAL TREATMENT?

If the insect bite is close to mouth and throat.
If the symptoms are getting worse and not treated in 2-3 days.
Increasing pain and swelling along with Pus collection at the site of the insect bite.
If the area of bite is large i.e. around 10 cms and there is more redness and swelling.
If there is Fever of Flu-like symptoms persists.

CAC SPECIAL CARE PRODUCTS FOR INSECT BITE-

THESE CAN BE APPLIED LOCALLY IN ORDER TO REMOVE THE RASHES AFTER INSECT BITES –

Aloe Vera Gulab Gel
Aloe Vera gel enriched with almond oil
Jatyadi Ghrit lepa
CAC Neem Soap
Fullers Earth pack

LEUCODERMA/VITILIGO

April 23, 2021
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DEFINITION:-

Leucoderma is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system of the body attacks the healthy cells and starts affecting the body and start affecting the body. In this Disorder, there is loss of Melanin (pigmentation) which leads to whitening of the skin. The White patches on the skin are known as Leucoderma or Vitiligo. This condition is characterized by white patches on the skin that develops as a result of Melanocytes. There is loss of color of skin may affect the parts of the body, including the face, mouth, scalp, hair, eyes, and genitals. This may be more noticeable in patients with dark skin.

CAUSES:-

There are two types of Leucoderma/Vitiligo:-

Segmental Leukoderma:- The symptoms of segmental leukoderma/Vitiligo affecting one side or segment of the body, start showing at an early stage. This type of disorder progresses for only a few years.
Non-Segmental Leukoderma:- This type of Leucodermaaffects both sides of the body and it expands with new cycles of pigment loss throughout life. This starts with a short-lived burst of discoloration.

Other Causes of Leucoderma/Vitiligo:-

Autoimmune condition:- This is a disorder of the immune system.

Heredity Factors
Family history.
Excessive Worry or Stress.
Severe Sunburn.
Skin trauma is caused due to contact with chemicals.
Chronic Gastric Problems
Liver disorders like Jaundice
Excessive consumption of infected foodstuffs
Presence of parasites or worms in the digestive system
Burns
Tattoos on the skin
Allergic factors such as paints, deodorants, or adhesive.

SIGN AND SYMPTOMS:-

Loss of skin color (Patchy), This commonly appears first on the hands, face, and areas around the body openings like mouth and genitals.
Premature graying or whitening of the hair on the scalp, eyelashes, eyebrows, or beard
Loss of color in the tissues that line the inside of the mucous membranes of the nose and mouth.
Leucoderma may appear at any age, but usually appears before 30 years of age.
Milky white patches, that gradually grow in size, that’s due to De-pigmentation of the skin.
Alteration or loss of the color in the retina
Mood Swings
Depression

TYPES OF LEUCODERMA/VITILGO:-

Universal Vitiligo:- This occurs in Nearly all skin surfaces, This type of vitiligo is known as universal vitiligo, In this condition, the discoloration affects nearly all skin surfaces.
Generalized Vitiligo:- This is the most common type of vitiligo, This is known as generalized vitiligo, In this condition, the discolored patches often progress similarly on corresponding over many parts of the body.
Segmental Vitiligo:- It appears at a younger age, and it progresses for some years and then it may stop. It affects only one side or part of the body. This type of vitiligo is known as segmental vitiligo.
Focal (localized) vitiligo:- This affects one or only a few areas of the body. This type is known as Focal (localized) vitiligo.
Acrofacial vitiligo:- The face and hands are commonly affected. This type of vitiligo is known as acrofacial vitiligo, this affects the skin on the face and hands, and around body openings, such as the eyes, nose, and ears.

It’s difficult to predict how Leucoderma/Vitiligo Disorder will progress. The Pigment loss spreads and eventually involves most of the skin in most cases.

COMPLICATIONS:-

Patients with Leucoderma/vitiligo may be at increased risk of:-

psychological Distress
Social Distress
Sunburn
Eye Problems
Loss Of Hearing

ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA:-

The Leucoderma/Vitiligo may compare with the “SHVET KUSTHA”. This is caused due to the imbalance of the Doshas mainly “Pitta dosha” in the body. This aggravated Pitta Dosha causes poor digestion which leads to the accumulation of the ‘Ama’ (Toxins) in the deep tissues of the body, This condition leads to Leucoderma/Vitiligo. The Pitta Dosha is divided into five types; Bhrajak Pitta is one of them, This Pitta is responsible for discoloration of the skin, This is called Shvet kustha. In this case, there is an imbalance state thus the skin starts losing color and white patches are formed. In this condition, there is an imbalance of Rasa Dhatu, Rakta Dhatu, Mansa Dhatu, and Lasika Dhatu.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF LEUCODERMA/VITILIGO

“CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE” facilitates the best Herbal Medicines that is considered useful for the leucoderma/Vitiligo.In CAC the Ayurvedic Doctors provided the complete package of Herbal medicines known as ‘’LEUCODERMA CARE KIT’’, This Kit has proven good results in treating the Leucoderma. “Leucoderma Care Kit” helps in Cleansing the blood and improve the imbalanced body energies, and administrating herbs that help to restore the skin color. CAC has Natural Herbs that help to reduce the leucoderma.

The “leucoderma Care Kit” contains the following products:-

Tolenorm Oil
Tolenorm Ointment
Detox premium powder
Bakuchi vati
Panchtiktak Ghrita guggulu
Yakrit vati

LEUCODERMA CARE KIT

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ALL PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION IN DETAILS:-

Detox Premium Powder:-

This mixture contains all herbal medicines which help in the treatment of leucoderma. The Herbal mixture contains the following ingredients like:-Moti pishti, Parwal pishti, Giloy satva, Jahar mohra, Akik pishti, Gandhak rasayan, Tal sindoor. This powder balance all the Tridosha in our body. It is useful in inflamed body parts and brings cooling effects to the body.

Dosage:- One Sachet twice a day with normal water.

Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu:-

Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu is an Ayurvedic formulation that helps to balance The Vata Dosha, Pitta Dosha, and Kapha Dosha in our body. It is very beneficial in skin diseases, It also purifies the blood. It is prepared from ingredients like:- Patola (Trichosanthes dioica), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Vasa (Adhatoda vasica). It provides cooling effects and also reduces inflammationof the body. This Ayurvedic medicine is very useful for managing the skin problems like leucoderma, psoriasis, and eczema. It also helps to eliminate the toxins from the blood.

Dosage:- Two Tablets twice a day with normal water.

Babchi Oil (Psoralea corylifolia ):-

This oil is also known as “Kustanashini” (Vitiligo destroyer) according to Ayurveda, Babci Oil is the most trusted Ayurvedic herbs which are used for skin health and blood purification. Babchi Oil is also used as alternative Herbal Medicine in Pathies like Ayurveda, Siddha, and Homeopathy to treat the various types of skin disorders like leucoderma/Vitiligo, leprosy, lumbago, impotence, bones disorders, psoriasis, and intestinal worms. Babci oil helps to maintain genital health. It is very effective to treat skin infections and lower back pains. CAC Babchi oil is 100% natural Herbal oil, it’s pure of the highest quality. It is safe to use and certified organic oil. Babchi has anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and analgesic properties. This is applied on the skin in leucoderma, this has no side effects. It helps to reduce the pigmentation, white spots on the skin, reduces Urticaria, Skin rashes, and redness.

Dosage:- Apply oil Twice a day on the affected area.

Babchi Tablet (Psoralea Corylifolia):-

This Tablet is an herbal formulation medicine which is used in fungal infection of the nail, provide natural color to skin, Psoriasis, Eczema, Leprosy, skin problems, deafness, bleedings from wounds, insomnia, Leucoderma, also purifies blood and helps to produce healthy melanin pigment (skin pigment that helps healthy skin color) in the body. Bakuchi helps in indigestion and acidity. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties. It reduces white spots on the skin and reduces skin rashes, pigmentation, redness, and Urticaria.

Dosage:- 1-2 tablets twice a day with normal water

Skin Care tablet:-

Skincare tablet is a Pure Ayurvedic formula of herbo mineral medicines. It helps to maintain the color and texture of the skin. It contains the following herbal medicines like Haridra Khand, Panchnimb churna, Khadir chahal, Chirayta, Mulethi, Chopchini, Gandhak, and Ajmoda, These medicines work very effectively on all types of skin diseases. These tablets contain blood purifying agents. It helps to cool the blood and also detoxifies the blood. This tablet removes stagnant blood and removes obstructions in the blood flow that helps to increase the circulation of the blood in the skin. It reduces the blemishes, removes sun tan, heals the skin problems, and delay aging of the skin. It acts as a natural moisturizer for the skin, Removes blemishes, Reduce itching, Delay aging, and burning sensation of the skin, Prevents acne and pimples. It also helps In allergic skin diseases, and cure leucoderma or vitiligo.

DOSAGE:- 1-2 tablets twice a day

PANCHAKARMA TREATMENT OF LEUCODERMA/VITILIGO

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE Treats Leucoderma in a natural way, by providing the best Panchakarma therapies. In the patient of Leucoderma Panchakarma Treatment plays a very important role. Panchakarma is helpful to maintain the proper blood circulation and helps in detoxifying the toxins. There are Three types of Panchakarma therapies to treat the Leucoderma. These include are:- Nasyam, Body lepam, and Shashtik shali pinda sweda.

Nasyam:- This is the procedure in which the administration of medicated oil through the nasal cavity to clean the accumulated Kapha dosha’s toxins from the neck and head region.
Body lepam:- In this procedure, a number of natural herbal medicines are crushed and converted into a paste-like mixture. This mixture applied over the affected areas of the body. This procedure is known as Lepam. Then the lepam will remove after some time. This Lepam gives good results to cure Vitiligo or leucoderma.
Shashtik Shali Pinda Sweda:- In this procedure use hot milk mixed with shasti shali rice and herbs. In this, the massage is done with the help of a bolus (object filled with fluid). This provides strength to the body muscles.

Psoriasis (Kitibha)

April 23, 2021
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Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes red, irritated textured patches, most normally on the knees, elbows, trunk and scalp.

Psoriasis is a typical, long haul (ongoing) infection with no fix. It will in general go through cycles, erupting for half a month or months, at that point dying down for some time or going into abatement. Medicines are accessible to assist you with overseeing manifestations. Furthermore, you can consolidate way of life propensities and adapting systems to help you live better with psoriasis.

Kitibha is one of the Kshudra kushtahaving the Lakshanaslike Shyava, Kina, Khara sparsha, Parusha, Ruksha pidika and Kandu. Kitibha kushta shows because of vitiation of Sapta dhatuslike three Dosha, Twak, Rakta, Mamsa and Lasika. Kitibha kushta is having association of Vata and Kapha dosha having the Lakshanas of individual Doshas.

Types of psoriasis

Plaque psoriasis is the most well-known sort. About 80% to 90% of individuals with psoriasis have plaque psoriasis.

Other, more uncommon sorts of psoriasis include :

Inverse psoriasis shows up in skin folds. It might look like dainty pink plaques without scale.
Guttate psoriasis may show up after an irritated throat brought about by a streptococcal disease. It would seem that little, red, drop-molded flaky spots in youngsters and youthful grown-ups.
Pustular psoriasis has little, discharge filled knocks on top of the red patches or plaques.
Sebopsoriasis regularly shows up on the face and scalp as red knocks and plaques with oily yellow scale. This sort is a combination of psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis.

Causes of Psoriasis

Aahara nidana;

Incompatible food (virudh ahar), weighty, chilly, slick eating regimen
Excessive admission of yogurt, fishes and pungent and acrid food sources, masha beat (Black gram)
Excess admission of boggy creatures and oceanic creatures
Intake of harsh and pungent together
Prolonged admission of fish with milk
Excess admission of radish and garlic
Intake of radish with jaggery

Vihara nidana;

Day time resting and absence of actual work and exercise.
Suppression of the emesis and other characteristic inclinations.
Too much actual discharge.
Eating before the past supper has been processed
Unsound rest, stress, tension.
Disrespect of instructors, and submitting other wicked demonstrations.

Prodromal Features of Psoriasis

Reduced Perspiration (Swedana) or expanded sweat (atiswedana)
Roughness of the skin (Parushya)
Discoloration of the skin (tavak vaivaryan)
Itching (kandu)
Pricking sensation (nistoda)
Numbness (suptata)
Horripilation (rohaharsha)
Fatigue (klama)

Sign & Symptoms

Red patches of skin covered with thick, shiny scales.
Little scaling spots (ordinarily found in youngsters)
Dry, broken skin that may drain or tingle.
Tingling, consuming or irritation.
Thickened, hollowed or furrowed nails.
Swollen and hardened joints.

Ayurvedic method of Treatment (Chikitsa)

Psoriasis is an infection hard to fix by its tendency. In ayurveda messages it is consider as a krichchasadhya vyadhi.

Acharya Charaka referenced that infection treated by Shodhana won’t ever repeat, though the treatment with Shamana treatment may repeat at the appointed time of time. In the event that Shamana drugs are given after legitimate course of Shodhana, at that point it helps in relieving the infections.

Shodhana Chikitisa (Detoxification);

Vamana (helpful emesis) is the best measure for Kapha Dushti
Virecana (helpful Purgation) is demonstrated for Pitta Dosha as well as in Kapha furthermore, Rakta Dushti.
Takradhara – cooling properties of takra helps in loosening up the brain and diminishing mental stress.
Snehapana – helps in smoothing of vitiated doshas
Swedana – Soothened Doshas will get melted and reaches to Koshtha by Swedana
Kashaya Dhara helps in mending the injury and sores

Shamana Chikitisa (Ayurvedic Internal Medication/Classical Medicines)

Tikita (unpleasant) and kashaya (astringent) rasa Ausadha (medications) assuages the vitiated pitta, kapaha doshas, cleans the blood and enacts the liver capacity. Utilizing Rasayanam serves to assemble the invulnerability. Deepan Pachan Medicines helps in improving Agni and do Ama pachan.

Mahatiktaka ghritam
Mahatikaka kashayam
Khadiratishtam
Manjishthadi kashayam
Saribdrasavam
Guggulu tiktaka ghritam
Patoloakatuhinyadi kashayam

REMEDIES FOR DARK CIRCLES AND UNDER EYE BAGS

April 22, 2021
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Dark circles under the eyes are most commonly caused by fatigue, but there are other causes too.

Allergies
Allergic rhinitis(hay fever)
Atopic dermatitis (eczema)
Contact dermatitis
Heredity
Pigmentation irregularities
Scratching or rubbing eyes constantly
Prolonged exposure to sun

Another most important cause of dark circles is the natural aging process. When we age, we tend to lose fat and collagen, and the skin often thins. This makes the reddish-blue blood vessels under your eyes more prominent.

Also, as we grow old, we commonly develop puffy eyelids or hollows under the eyes. These changes sometimes cast shadows that can appear as dark circles under the eyes.

REMEDIES

COLD TEA BAGS

This is one of the most effective and highly easy ways to combat these dark circles and puffy eyes. Use green tea or chamomile tea bags preferably, for quick results.

How to Use Tea Bags?

Soak the bags in water and make them chill in the refrigerator. After some time take them out from the fridge and gently place the bags on both of your eyes for 10 to 15 minutes.

Repeat regularly for good results.

GRATED POTATO OR GRATED CUCUMBER

This is one of the most effective remedies by far. They also help in reducing the puffiness around the eye area.

How to use?

Grate some raw potatoes or some raw cucumber and place the paste on your eyes.
Keep them on eyes for 10-15 minutes. Relax and listen to your favourite music or you can meditate to it too.
You can also extract the juice of potatoes or cucumbers and apply it on the eyes.
Take a cotton ball, soak it in the juice, and place it over your eyes.
Make sure the entire area around the dark circles or area of puffed eyes is covered.
Leave it for 5 minutes and wash off with cold water.
In case you have a tight schedule or don’t have time for grating, you can also directly place slices of cucumber or potato on your eyes.

COLD MILK

Cold milk helps in soothing the sensitive skin around the eyes, it’s a natural cleanser.

How to Use Milk?

Dip a cotton ball in cold milk and apply it on the eyes and puffed area.
Keep the cotton there for a while and later rinse the eyes with cold water.
Repeat at least thrice a week for good results.

ELEVATING THE HEAD

The posture we sleep in or the way we sleep also affects the surrounding areas of our eyes.
A few pillows under the head can make it raised and prevent fluid from pooling under the eyes, prevent them from looking puffy and swollen.

ALOE VERA

Aloe Vera is an effective moisturizer and keeps the skin brighter and soft.

How to Use Aloe Vera?

Gently apply Aloe Vera gel under the eyes and massage for 5-7 minutes, before hitting the sack.

Don’t rinse, keep it till morning. But if you feel sticky and uncomfortable then you can wash it off. Otherwise it’s better to keep it on.

ALMONDS AND LEMON JUICE

This is yet another tried and tested remedy to treat dark circles. You need to to mix almond oil and lemon juice for it.

How to Use Almond Oil & Lemon Juice?

Take about a teaspoon of almond oil and add a few drops of lemon juice, mix them well and gently apply the mixture around the eye area. Massage it around the eye and let it rest for 2 to 3 minutes. Rinse it off post that.

ROSEWATER

This one can definitely be called as grand mom’s secret remedy. Rosewater is refreshing, rejuvenating and it can practically be used on almost every skin type and for all skin-related troubles. It’s also mild astringent and if used as a skin toner, works effectively.

How to Use Aloe Rosewater?

Soak cotton eye pads in rose water and place them over the eyelids.
Leave the pads on for 10 to 15 minutes.
Repeat every night for at least a month to see the best results.

TOMATOES

Tomatoes are natural bleaching agents. They also are rich in antioxidants, which helps us to bring down the discoloration around the eye area. It makes the skin beautiful and brighter.

How to Use Tomatoes?

Mix a teaspoon of tomato juice with a teaspoon of lemon juice
Apply it under both the eye areas.
Let it stay for 10 minutes.
Rinse it off with cold water.
With it you can also consume tomato juice mixed with some lemon juice and mint leaves to get rid of dark circles and under eye bags.

PROPER SLEEP

Make sure you take a 6-8hours of sound and undisturbed sleep.

Less sleep makes your eyes puffy and also gives you dark circles.

Try drinking turmeric milk before bed and having a quality bath. If you can’t bath just wash your feet and massage them with any edible oil before you go to bed.