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EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL ON LIVER AND ITS NATURAL CURE WITH AYURVEDA
- January 11, 2023
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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Introduction: liver is the largest gland in the body. Liver produces proteins, enzymes and hormones for the process of digestion. It helps in conversion of vitamins, nutrients, medicines into the substances for the usage of body. Liver produces bile that aids digestion, acts as store house of glycogen, useful in cleaning the blood, detoxifies the whole body and what not. It is the primary organ of metabolism that metabolize nutrients as well as drugs into easier form for the use of body or which are not toxic. And throw out the substances that are toxic to body.
Alcohol and liver: 90% of the alcohol consumed is processed by liver. It takes about 1 hour to process alcohol. It takes longer period of time to higher alcohol content. At a particular time liver can only process certain amount of alcohol. The times when someone drunk too much alcohol, it is left unprocessed by the liver and circulates through bloodstream. The alcohol in the blood starts affecting brain and heart. And the people become intoxicated.
When there is chronic alcohol abuse there is first destruction of liver cells which results in scarring of liver cells known as liver cirrhosis, alcoholic hepatitis and cellular mutation that final leads to liver cancer. These conditions usually progress first from fatty liver to hepatitis to cirrhosis to mutation of cells. And this is how it is known as Alcohol-Related Liver Disease (ARLD).
Symptoms of Alcohol-Related Liver Disease (ARLD):
Liver does not usually produces symptoms until the severe damage is happened. And symptoms may include:
- Loss of appetite
- Feeling sick
- Weight loss
- Yellow pigmentation of white part of eye and skin
- Confusion
- Drowsiness
- Swelling in abdomen and ankle
- Blood vomiting
- Blood in the stool
Stages of alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD):
- Alcoholic fatty liver disease: Drinking too much alcohol leads to deposition of fat in the liver tissues. It is the first stage of ARLD. It rarely causes any symptom but it is an important warning sign of liver damage. It is easily reversible.
- Alcoholic Hepatitis: It is a serious condition of alcohol abuse for longer period of time. It is a result of binge drinking that means if a person drink large amount of alcohol in short period of time. It is serious and life threatening condition.
- Liver cirrhosis: This stage occurs when the liver has damaged significantly with scar formation. This condition is difficult to reverse. Drinking at this stage might lands person on to death bed.
Preventive Measures:
- Complete abstinence from alcohol
- Have healthy and balanced diet
- Non-fatty diet
- Quit smoking
- Avoid hepatotoxic agents
- High protein diet
- Regular exercise or running
Best Ayurveda Herbs to cure Alcohol-Related Liver Disease (ARLD):
- Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa): It has anti-inflammatory and hepato-protective properties. It basically protects the liver cell damage by free radical and is potent antioxidant. It improves metabolism and generates appetite.
- Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia): Giloy has antioxidant, hepatoprotective, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, adaptogenic and anti-cancerous properties. It improves metabolism and boost up immune system. It increases human life expectancy. It is helpful in removing toxins from the liver as well as whole body and leads to regeneration of healthy body cells.
- Turmeric: It has very good anti-inflammatory and antineoplastic properties. It detoxifies liver and prevents build-up of fat in the liver. It aids in growth of healthy liver cells while restoring liver functions.
- Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa): Punarnava cleanse and revitalizes the liver. It has purification and diuretic properties that helps in removal of toxins from liver cells. It is also a very good appetizer.
Managing liver disease with Chandigarh Ayurved Centre:
1. Kutki Capsule
These herbal capsules are prepared from the standardized extract of Picrorhiza kurroa. The herb used in this capsule show anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. These properties help in treating liver cirrhosis naturally.
Recommended Dosage: Take two capsules twice a day with normal water.
2. Detox Premium Powder
This is a herbo-mineral preparation that contains following ingredients: Moti pishti, Parwal pishti, Shukta pishti, Giloy satav, Kamdudha ras, Jahar Mohra pishti, Akik pishti, Gandhak rasayan, Shankh bhasam, Sutshekhar ras, Sudhyog tab, Shwet parpati, Yavakshaar. Premium detox powder keeps your liver cell healthy. It clears away the toxins from the body and stimulates the function of the liver and increases the flow of bile
Recommended Dosage: Take one sachet twice a day with normal water.
3. Liver Care Syrup
It is a herbo-mineral Syrup which is purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC Liver Care syrup helps in balancing Pitta dosha. This Syrup enhances regeneration of liver cells, promote functions of liver, and improve blood flow from the liver. It helps in the treatment of fatty liver, Liver cirrhosis, Hepatitis, hepatomegaly, and obstructive Jaundice. CAC Liver Care syrup contains Ingredients like Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kutaki(Picrorhiza kurroa), Bhumi amla( phyllanthus niruri), Giloy(Tinopora Cordifolia), Yavakshar( Hordeum vulgare), Imli Kshar( Tamarindus indica), Mukta Shukta pisti etc. These herbs show Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, Hepato-protective, properties. This syrup improves digestion, enhances appetite.
It shows results in Fatty Liver, Liver Cirrhosis, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Liver Cancer, Hepatomegaly, Inherited diseases- Hemochromatosis and Wilson’s disease, and Jaundice.
DOSAGE– Take 2 tablespoon twice daily
4. Liver Care Tablet
It is a herbo-mineral tablet of size 650 MG and is a purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC Liver Care tablets help in balancing Pitta dosha. These tablets stimulate the growth of new liver cells, promote functions of liver, and improve blood flow from the liver. It helps in the treatment of fatty liver, Liver cirrhosis, Hepatitis, hepatomegaly, and obstructive Jaundice. CAC Liver Care Tablets contains Ingredients like Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kutaki(Picrorhiza kurroa), Bhumi amla( phyllanthus niruri), Giloy(Tinopora Cordifolia), Yavakshar( Hordeum vulgare), Imli Kshar( Tamarindus indica), Mukta Shukta pisti etc. it shows results in Hepatomegaly, Inherited diseases- Hemochromatosis and Wilson’s disease, Jaundice and Obstructive jaundice
DOSAGE: Take one tablet twice a day with normal water.
5. Panchsakar Churna
It is a herbo mineral and purely ayurvedic formulation. It mainly works on your Vata and pitta dosha of your body. It can cure Chronic Constipation and help relieve symptoms of Acidity, indigestion, Belching and colic pain. It acts as a mild Laxative and reduces Bloating. It works very efficiently on a disease named IBS (Irritable bowel syndrome) which is very common nowadays that affects your day to day activities. CAC Panchsakar churna is 100% natural and pure. It is prepared from various herbs like Haritaki, Shunthi, Swaran Patri, Shatapushpa, and Saindhav Lavan that show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and laxative properties.PANCHSAKAR CHURNA contains Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula), Shunthi (Zingiber Officinale), Saindhava Lavana (Rock Salt), Svarna Patri (Cassia Angustifolia), Shatapushpa (Foeniculum Vulgare)
DOSAGE: Take one tablespoon at night with normal water.
Increasing Immunity in winter season naturally
- January 11, 2023
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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Ritucharya is highly significant in Ayurveda that means following seasonal regimes (Do’s and Don’ts) particularly in diet and lifestyle. The principle behind ritucharchya is living one’s life according to the flow of the seasons. Following this regime is helpful in making immune system stronger and gives power to fight against season-specific disorders. It helps the body to acclimatize with seasonal enforcement without affecting homeostasis of the body.
The ritus in winter season are hemant “(mid -November to mid-January and shishir (Mid-january to mid-march). During this season the strength of the body is relatively high and digestive power is also high which is responsible for good appetite. Hence skipping meals is strictly not allowed.
Some important tips:
- One can take dairy products like milk, cheese, butter, ghee etc
- Sweets made of jaggery
- Including til or sesame in diet
- Drinking warm water throughout the day
- Doing yoga regularly to overcome accumulated kapha
- Avoid morning walks in early morning
- Massaging body with oil regularly and taking steam baths afterwards
- Avoid sleeping during day time
- Scalp is prone to dandruff in this Ritu due to dryness therefore massage with herbal hair oil.
- Resides in warm and cozy place
- Taking golden milk (turmeric milk) during bed time
- Breathing exercises should be done
- Sunbathing is essential
- Eating seasonal fruits like oranges, dates etc
- Eating meals at proper timing since digestive fire is at peak during this season
Important herbs during winter season:
- Turmeric: turmeric is well known herb worldwide. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic and analgesic properties. It helps in boosting immunity to fight against diseases. It is powerful herb for ailments such as common cold, joint pain, itching, dry skin, allergic rhinitis, sinusitis etc.
- Tulsi (Holy basil): Tulsi is known to be sacred planet on earth according to our vedic puranas. It is helpful in building respiratory resistance. Tulsi have anti-infective, anti-histaminic, anti-viral properties. A cup of Tulsi green tea is helpful in boosting immunity.
- Ginger: Every household is aware of the fact that ginger is the best herb to cure cough, cold and other respiratory problems. It is having anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. It also boost immune system to fight against diseases.
- Mulethi: It is also known as liquorice. It is revitalizing herb and increases immunity. It also acts as brain tonic that boost the functioning of nervous system and helpful in preventing aging.
Boosting immunity with Chandigarh Ayurved centre
1. Herbal Chyawanprash CAC
CAC herbal Chyawanprash is a pure herbal ayurvedic formulation that aids in boosting immunity, thereby protect our body from day to day infections like cold & flu caused due to bacteria, dust, virus, and weather changes. it is a natural supplement for the overall growth of the body. it can be taken by every age group of people like kids, adults and elderly people. It is a rich source of vitamin C and has antioxidant properties that provide numerous health benefits.
2. CAC Golden Milk
CAC golden milk powder is pure herbal and delicious formulation. Consume this herbal golden milk for your Daily Dose of Immunity, this is to ward off seasonal niggles such as cough, cold and flu. The significance of working on your immunity is now on an all-time high. If you often fall sick, it means your body’s immunity is low. You can boost up immunity with the help of this golden milk which is a blend of various Ayurvedic herbs such as Haridra, Dalchini, Tulsi, Elaichi and Kalimirch. These herbs help to balance Vata, pitta and Kapha doshas (bio-energies), stimulates digestion, strengthen your immunity, and also detoxify the body. Golden milk powder works wonder in flu and different allergic problems. It consists of effective levels of antioxidants, Vitamin C and E which circulate in the body to protect it against the damage caused by free radicals. This herbal powder has natural immune-modulator characteristics to fend off and ease coughing, headache, sneezing, cold, itching, shortness of breath and infections. It provides relief from running nose, itching throat, body ache, and weakness.
3. Ashwagandha Tablet
CAC Ashwagandha tablet is an herbal and purely ayurvedic formulation. Ashwagandha has been called the kings of Ayurvedic herbs. Its root has a horsey smell. It boosts your immune system and relieves stress. It is made from the goodness of Ashwagandha also known as Indian ginseng. It helps you recover from anxiety and depression, boost your brain. It may also modestly enhance strength performance, improve glucose metabolism, increase testosterone levels It is a good antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, anti-cancer and anti-stress properties.
4. Amrit Tulsi Ras
CAC Amrit tulsi ras is Holy basil (Ocimum sanctum) or tulsi is a powerful herb that has been used in Ayurveda and other traditional medical treatments in India for thousands of years. The small holy basil shrub with tiny flowers is considered a sacred plant in India. It was believed that the holy basil leaves had potent powers to flush out toxins from the body. People have tulsi water (water which has tulsi leaves soaked overnight) or chew on a tulsi leaf to improve overall health. Several health products are available with tulsi extracts to help treat cold, cough, and the flu.
5. Curcumin Capsule
CAC CURCUMIN CAPSULE is a herbo-mineral capsule of size 500 MG which is 100% safe and is purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC Curcumin Capsules helps in pacifying all three doshas. Curcumin Capsule is beneficial for variety of skin conditions like Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis, and Dermatitis. This Capsule contains standardized extract of the herb Curcumin (Curcuma longa). Curcumin is the active ingredient in Turmeric having powerful Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Anti-microbial and Antioxidant properties. These Capsules lowers the risk of Heart Attack, prevents Cancer by reducing the growth of cancerous cells, helps in treating Alzheimer’s disease, Rheumatoid arthritis and also has Anti-depressant property. These Capsules are very popular Anti-aging supplement.
WHAT IS SEPSIS ?
- January 11, 2023
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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It is a medical emergency caused by body’s response to infection. It can be a life-threatening condition. It is an out-come of wide spread inflammation in body. Blood clotting and inflammation during sepsis leads to reduced blood flow to limbs and vital organs that can cause organ failure and even death.
Bacterial infections are most common cause of sepsis in body. It is also called as Blood poisoning or septicemia.
WHAT CAUSES SEPSIS ?
Most common causes of sepsis is bacterial infections but can also be caused by Parasitic, fungal or viral infections including Covide-19 virus. Common sites along with types of infections that leads to sepsis are :
- Central Nervous system: Brain or spinal cord infection
- Abdomen : Infection of appendix( Appendicitis), infection of abdominal cavity(Peritonitis), bowel problem and liver or gallbladder infections.
- Skin: Entry of bacteria in skin through wounds or skin inflammation, or through opening made by Intravenous, catheters. Cellulites can also cause sepsis.
- Lungs : Lung infections like pneumonia.
- Urinary tract : Urinary tract infections especially in patients having urinary catheter to drain urine.
INDIVIDUAL AT RISK FOR SEPSIS ARE ?
Sepsis can affect any individual but some peoples are at risk. Those at risk includes :
- Infancy
- Previous use of corticosteroids or antibiotics
- Older age
- Compromised immune system
- Chronic liver or kidney disease
- Invasive devices like breathing tube or catheters
- Individual with severe injuries like large wounds or burns
STAGES OF SEPSIS :
Sepsis have main three stages :
- Sepsis : In it infection gets into bloodstream thus causes inflammation in body.
- Severe sepsis : Inflammation and infection become severe enough that it start affecting function of organs.
- Septic shock : It is a severe complication of sepsis that can lead to significant drop in blood pressure which may cause serious complications like :
- Stroke
- Organ dysfunction
- Heart or Respiratory failure
- Possible death.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF SEPSIS ?
Common symptoms of sepsis are :
- Shaking or chills
- Fast heart rate
- Disorientation or confusion
- Fever or hypothermia
- Warm or sweaty/clammy skin
- Hyperventilation or shortness of breath.
- Extreme discomfort or pain
Symptoms of severe sepsis :
- Chill due to dropped body temperature
- Difficulty breathing
- Bluish discoloration of skin mostly fingers, lips, toes
- Dizziness
- Extreme fatigue
- Decreased urination
- Thrombocytopenia
- Changes in mental ability
- Unconsciousness
- Abnormal heart functions
Symptoms of septic shock :
Some symptoms like difficulty breathing, bluish skin and acute confusion are same as Severe sepsis. Key symptom of septic shock is “Very low blood pressure“.
WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS ?
When not treated complication can develop in severe sepsis cases like :
- Gangrene
- Blood clots
- Organ damage
- Increased risk of infection
- Organ failure mostly heart, kidney and lungs.
AYURVEDIC APPROACH :
Herbs useful in sepsis are :
- Turmeric : Curcumin compound found in turmeric has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that helps to boost immunity of body . It also have antiseptic properties thus helps to cure infection in body.
- Garlic : It has anti bacterial and antibiotic properties that helps to counter the bacterial infection in person.
- Honey: It is high in antioxidants and also helps to fight bacterial and fungal infections in the body. It is a potent immunity booster and is easy to digest.
- Neem : It has strong anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties that are extremely helpful in prevention of infections. It also has detoxifying properties thus helps to purify blood and improve blood circulation.
- Manjishtha : It is a potent blood purifier that helps to enhance the function of lymphatic system thus helps to boost immune system .
- Giloy : It has natural anti-pyretic effect thus helps to treat fever. Also exhibits potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties thus helpful in treatment of
- Tulsi: It has anti-bacterial and antibiotic properties that provide protection against viral or bacterial infection. Also has anti-pyretic properties thus treats fever quickly.
CHANDIGARH AYURVEDIC CENTER MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF SEPSIS
1. Giloy Capsules:
As the name suggested “Giloy” is the main ingredient of this medicine. It is a potent immuno-modulator herb. It is beneficial for improving the immunity and prevents from common infections. These tablets provide palliative treatment in fever. The vati reduces Kapha dosha, pacifies Vata and detoxifies the Pitta dosha. It is beneficial in general weakness, recurrent infections, periodic fever syndrome, etc.
Recommended Dosage: Take 2 capsules twice a day with normal water.
2. Amrit Tulsi Ras:
This herbal preparation is in drops form prepared from five types of Tulsi. Shama Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Rama Tulsi (Ocimum gratissimum), Kapoor Tulsi (Ocimum canum), Shwet Tulsi (Ocimum basilicum), Nimba Tulsi (Ocimum citriodorum) that provides good result in all allergic reactions.
Recommended Dosage: Take two to three drops twice daily.
3. Detox Premium powder:
Detox premium powder is a herbo-mineral preparation containing ingredients such as jahar mohra pishti, parwal pishti, shukta pishti, shankh bhasma, kehrva pishti, moti bhasam, giloy satv, kamdudha ras, etc. This herbal powder help in overall detoxification of the body, balances pitta dosha in the body, reduces inflammation, pain, sudden pain, etc.
Recommended dosage: Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.
4. Garlic Capsules:
This is purely Ayurvedic preparation. Garlic capsules shows anti-fungal, antioxidant, anti-microbial, immune-modulator properties. These capsules contains pure extract of garlic. This is effective in atherosclerosis, diabetes, high level of cholesterol, hypertension.
Recommended Dosage: Take 2 capsules twice daily.
5. Panchsakar Churna:
Panchsakar Churna is an herbal preparation containing five ingredients such as shunthi, haritaki, pippali, trivrit, & sauvarchala lavana. The use of this herbal churna deals with sudden abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, etc. It helps in overall detoxification of the body.
Recommended dosage: Take 1 teaspoonful with lukewarm water at bedtime
RITUCHARYA FOR HEMANTA AND SHISHIRA RITU
- January 11, 2023
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It is an Ancient ayurvedic practice. Word ritucharya is comprised of two words “Ritu” which means season and ” Charya ” meaning discipline or regimen. It consists life-style and ayurvedic diet routine to counter the mental and bodily impacts caused by changes in seasons as per Ayurveda. It helps to be in sync with ever-changing nature and maintaining health at the same time.
Ritucharya also helps to balance three doshas and keep individual mentally and physically health throughout the year.
SEASONS ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA :
In ayurveda whole year is divided into two periods each containing 3 seasons . The two periods are :
- Uttarayana or Adana Kala: Sun is in northward position to earth and with its hot rays absorbs all the moisture from environment. Due to flow of excessive dry wind there is further dryness in three seasons Shishira, vasanta and grishma that comes under adana kala. The dryness in these seasons leads to predominance of Tikta(Pungent) , kashaya( astringent) and Katu (bitter)rasa respectively. There is gradual increase of weakness in human beings during this period.
- Dakshinayana or Visarga Kala : Sun is in southward position to earth. Varsha, sharada and hemanta ritu come under it. The Madhur(sweet), amla (sour)and lavan(salty) rasa are predominant in these seasons respectively. Due to soothing effect of moon in these seasons there is gradual increase in body strength.
SEASONAL VARIATIONS IN STRENGTH:
- In beginning of Visarga kala and end of adana kala the body strength is very low
- In middle of both the kala’s the body strength is medium
- In end of Visarga kala and starting of adana kala body strength is at its highest.
RITUS IN WINTER SEASONS
Both Hemanta and shishira ritu comes under winter season . these are extremely cold ritus of the year .
Hemanta Ritucharya :
It starts from mid-november to mid-january. Due to contact with cold wind the digestive fire/ Agni of healthy individuals gets trapped inside the body thus it become strong enough to digest inherently heavy and excess in quality food.
If a person don’t meet the demand of the digestive fire then the increase agni start to consume the rasa( intrinsic fluid) of body leading to vitiation of vata dosha. So follow the Ritucharya to pacify the Vata dosha.
Pathya Ahara
- Consumption of greasy, sour and salty food items
- Intake of meat of fatty , marshy and aquatic animals.
- Drinking of alcohol
- Sesame seeds and its preparations
- Use of honey is advised
- Consumption of milk and milk products
- Consumption of sugar cane products
- Food prepared with black gram, wheat flour and freshly harvested grains.
- Drink warm water
Pathya Vihara
- Body massage and head massage with warm oil to balance Vata dosha
- Wash off the oil with astringent powder
- Utilization of warm water
- Sun-bath
- Lepa of Agaru powder on body
- Use of thick sheet made of silk, leather, cotton, wool or bark of tree which are light in weight should be used during sleep
- Wear foot wears all the time
- Reside in inner most apartment or in underground chamber of warm house.
Apathya Ahara-Vihara
- Intake of vata vitiating food or drinks
- Intake to food that is light to digest
- Exposure to direct strong winds
- Intake of diluted gruel
- Sleeping in Day-time
Shishira Ritucharya :
It starts from Mid-January to mid-March. Hemant and Shishira ritus are almost sme in characteristic with some slight changes. There is increase in dryness due to onset of Adana kala and due to winds, rain and clouds.
All the ahara-vihara are same as Hemanta ritu in addition stay in less windy and more warm shelter.
Apathya Ahara-Vihara
- Intake of predominantly bitter, pungent and astringent food or drinks
- Intake of cold food.
- Vata vitiating food
COMMON DISEASES IN WINTER SEASON :
Some of the common diseases of winters season are :
- Common cold
- Asthma
- Eczema
- Influenza Flu
- Fever
- Migraine
- Sore throat
- Swelling of joints
- Seasonal affective depression
PANCHAKARMA PROCEDURES IN WINTER SEASON
- Abhyanga : Massage with medicated oil improves blood circulation and helps to generate warmth in the body.
- Shiro Vasti: Helps to relieve the dryness in head region and also calms the Nervous system along with strengthening of the mind.
- Nasya Karma: Provide relief from the headache, migraine, dry nasal passage , respiratory disorders etc
- Shirodhara : Helps to pacify vitiated vata dosha and provide relief from stress and anxiety.
- Shashtik shali pinda sweda : Quite affective in treatment of joint pains, paralysis and muscular dystrophy.
- Pathra pinda pottali sweda : Relieves heaviness, ache, stiffness and coldness in body. Also remove toxins from body through sweating.
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO TREAT BABY WITH A FEVER
- January 11, 2023
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Abstract: Babies having fever is very common concern among parents. Fever is defines as the temporary rise in body temperature. However it is a positive sign that baby’s body is fighting against infections. Although fever is a sigh of healthy immune system, parents and care givers may worry. Newborn baby is many folds vulnerable to fever. For adults and child fever bring an uncomfortable condition but for an infant there might be a serious infection. After few days it generally subsides. The body temperature of the babies may rise due to other reasons such as crying for longer period of time, during the time of teething, sitting in the hot sun, spending more time in playing etc
What is Fever in Baby?
A child under the age of 12 months has average rectal temperature of 98.6 degree Fahrenheit or 37 degree Celsius. In the morning the temperature can be low and rises later in the day. A body of a baby is less able to regulate body temperature because they have under developing thermoregulatory system. This means that baby’s body took more time to cool down in fever than a usual adult.
Fever of child depends on the method of taking the temperature:
- Rectal thermometer: Above 100.4 degree Fahrenheit (38 degree C)
- Oral thermometer: Above 100 degree Fahrenheit (37.8 degree C)
- Armpit thermometer: Above 99 degree Fahrenheit (37.2 degree C)
What are the causes of Fever in the baby?
- Viral infection such as cold, flu
- Bacterial or viral pneumonia
- Meningitis
- Ear infection
- Fever after vaccination (within 12 hours of shot and lasts for 2-3 days)
- Hot weather or playing in the Sun
- Teething
- Urinary tract infection
- Low birth weight baby is more prone to infections
Other symptoms of fever:
- Sweating
- Cough and congestion
- Chill and shivering
- Headache
- Muscle ache
- Pain in abdomen
- Irritability
- Crankiness
- Tired and lethargic
- Not interested in playing
- Blue cyanosed lips
- Dehydration
- Loss of appetite
- General weakness
- Crying for no often reason
- Fever lasts more than 3 days
- Rarely seizures or convulsions
- Vomits repeatedly
- Refuses to take breastfeed
- Body rashe
Prevention of Fever according to Ayurveda:
- Give your child sponge bath with lukewarm water
- If fever is along with cough give ginger juice with honey two times a day
- Give decoction of ginger and turmeric
- Feed the baby with more liquids mainly milk
- Boil basil or tulsi leaves in hot water and give 1-2 tablespoon 3-4 times a day to a baby
- Forehead sponging with the cotton cloth dipped in a normal room temperature
- Give homemade light food like vegetable soup, khichadi etc
Thing to avoid while baby is having Fever:
- Never delay for medical advice for a newborn or an infant
- Never give any medication to child without checking the temperature
- Avoid over dressing of child
- Avoid giving cold water to child
- Stop giving foods that are hard to digest like raw food, vegetables \etc
- No ice cream, chocolates, fast food etc
Ayurveda View point over fever:
Fever is known as “Jwara” in Ayurveda. The ancient explanation behind Jwara is the vitiation of Agni (digestive fire) by the doshas such as vata, Pitta and Kapha. The hotness of the digestive fire shifts to the periphery and causes rise in the bodily temperature. So during the treatment of fever one should focus on the digestive fire along with balance of doshas and increasing Rogpratirodhak khshmata (immunity)
Herbs effective for Fever:
- Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia)
- Tulsi (holy basil)
- Ginger
- Turmeric
- Amla (indian gooseberry)
- Shigru (moriga)
- Garlic
Managing fever with Chandigarh Ayurved Centre:
1. Giloy capsules
These herbal capsules are prepared from the extract of herb Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) that improves the immunity & prevent infections in the body. The antipyretic property of this herb reduces fever naturally. Giloy capsule shows antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, rejuvenating, immunomodulator, etc properties that relieve dengue fever signs and symptoms. These herbal tablets reduce Kapha dosha, detoxifies pitta dosha, & pacifies Vata dosha. This vati prevents all types of fever, deal with recurrent infection, cold, weakness, etc.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 capsule twice daily with normal water.
2. Amrit Tulsi Ras
CAC Amrit tulsi ras is Holy basil (Ocimum sanctum) or tulsi is a powerful herb that has been used in Ayurveda and other traditional medical treatments in India for thousands of years. The small holy basil shrub with tiny flowers is considered a sacred plant in India. It was believed that the holy basil leaves had potent powers to flush out toxins from the body. People have tulsi water (water which has tulsi leaves soaked overnight) or chew on a tulsi leaf to improve overall health. Several health products are available with tulsi extracts to help treat cold, cough, and the flu.
Recommended Dosage: Take 2-3 drops twice daily with normal water.
3. Immuno Booster Tablet
It is a pure herbal combination that helps to build up immunity. it consists of effective levels of antioxidants. vitamin C and E circulate in the body to protect it against the damage caused by free radicals. it has natural immunity-boosting properties to prevent and ease cough, cold, headache, and infections. it provides quick relief from early signs of running nose, itching throat, body ache, and weakness. It consists of Giloy, Ashwagandha, Bala – 100 mg, Mulethi, Kali mirch, Lavang, Harar, Tulsi, etc
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
4. LIVER CARE SYRUP
It is a herbo-mineral Syrup which is purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC Liver Care syrup helps in balancing Pitta dosha. This Syrup enhances regeneration of liver cells, promote functions of liver, and improve blood flow from the liver. CAC Liver Care syrup contains Ingredients like Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kutaki(Picrorhiza kurroa), Bhumi amla( phyllanthus niruri), Giloy(Tinopora Cordifolia) etc. These herbs shows Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, Hepato-protective,properties. This syrup improves digestion, enhances appetite.
HOW TO SUPPORT CHILD WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES
- January 10, 2023
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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Learning disabilities are neuro-developmental disorders that affect individuals brain’s ability to collect , process, analyze or store information. It affect wide range of functional and academic skills which includes the ability to:
- Listen
- Write
- Speak
- Read
- Organize information
- Reason
- Spell
Learning problems that are due to hearing, visual or motor handicap, mental retardation, environmental/ economical/cultural disadvantages or emotional disturbance are not included in Learning Disabilities.
It generally affect people with average or above average intelligence.
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF LEARNING DISABILITY ?
There is no specific cause for Learning disability but some factor may contribute to it:
- Heredity : Having parents with learning disability may put the child at risk of developing learning disability
- Stress during early childhood: Experiencing stressful incidents after birth like Head injury, fever or poor nutrition can also contributes to learning disability.
- Environment : Excessive exposure to toxins such as lead etc can increase the risk of learning disability.
- Problems during or after pregnancy : Injury or illness during or after birth, low birth weight, exposure of fetus to drugs or alcohol, premature or prolonged labor etc may enhance the risk of learning disability.
TYPES OF LEARNING DISABILITIES :
- Dyslexia : Language processing disorder in which individual face difficulty in reading, speaking, writing or understanding words. Child vocabulary develops at slow pace.
- Dysgraphia : Individual have problem in putting thoughts into writing. Characterized by poor handwriting as individual show struggle with spatial awareness, letter spacing and motor planning. Person finds it hard to think and write simultaneously.
- Dyscalculia : Also known as math dyslexia . Individual have difficulty with numbers, reasoning and concept. They struggle to read clock, tell time, identify number patterns, count money and apply mathematical formulae.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF LEARNING DISABILITY ?
Some of the common signs are :
- Difficulty telling time
- Short attention span
- Difficulty spelling out words
- Poor memory
- Difficulty in telling time
- Difficulty in reading or writing
- Not able to distinguish between letters, sounds or numbers
- Difficulty in focusing.
- Tendency to reverse letters
- Poor hand-eye coordination
- Disorganized
- Confusion between right or left
- Delayed development of speech.
- Difficulty in expressing emotions and thoughts
- Resistance to changes
- Trouble with following and listening instructions
- Restlessness
- Impulsiveness
- Difficulty with discipline
WHAT ARE THE SUPPORT OPTIONS FOR LEARNING DISABILITIES ?
To support child with Learning Disabilities following options are helpful:
- Special education : Specially trained teacher that helps child to built on child’s strengths and improve child’s academic skills.
- Individualized Education program (IEP) : Developing a special program to specify child’s academic goals and ways to obtain the said goals.
- Therapies: Depending upon the type of learning disorder therapies like speech therapy, occupational therapy, language therapy etc might helps the individuals.
HEALTHY LIFE-STYLE HABITS FOR LEARNING DISABILITY PERSON :
- Sleep : Well rested mind helps to process information more easily. So set a timetable for sleep and limit the screen time before bedtime as light emitted by screens activate the brain.
- Exercise : Regular physical activities helps to improve energy, mood and also provide mental clarity. It helps child to stay attentive and alert throughout the day.
- Diet : Nutrient rich healthy diet helps in development and growth of child thus helps to boost mental focus. Eat good breakfast and eat once every four hours to keep energy levels stable throughout the day.
- Also encourage healthy emotional habits to make them feel connected with their feelings and gradually learning to calm down and regulate their emotions.
AYURVEDIC APPROACH :
In Ayurveds altered functioning of either one of Indriyas( sense organs ), Manas(mind) and Buddhi( intellect ) hampers the learning process. When function of Dhi is impaired it cause disability of proper judgment of things. Dhrti vibhramsa cause loss of control over Indriya to maintain perception. Bhuddi become confused due to smriti vibhramsa and Manas get covered by tamas and rajas leading to many behavioral and emotional problems . All these things act as barrier in learning.
PANCHKARMA :
- Nasya : In ayurveda nose is said to be gate way of shira. So drug administered through nose helps to eliminate vitiated doshas and provide nourishment to brain , eyes , ear and throat.
- Shiro-abhyanga :It helps to improve blood circulation in head area thus relax the mind and provide nourishment to brain structures.
- Shiro pichu: It is highly beneficial for nerves, brain, sense organs and hairs. It also pacify the vitiated vata and pitta dosha in head.
- Shiro-dhara: It helps to control brain and spinal cord functions and also control and act on marmas ( vital points ). It relaxes the mind thus enhance awareness, improve memory and clear the tone of voice
HERBS :
- Kushmanda
- Jeevanti
- Amalaki
- Vidari
- Vacha
- Aswagandha
YOGA ASANAS :
- Savasana
- Sukhasana
- Padmasana
- Pavanamuktasana
CHANDIGARH AYURVEDIC CENTER MEDICATION FOR LEARNING DISABILITIES
1. Brodley Syrup:
This syrup maintains the overall activity of the brain. As the herbs used for the preparation of this syrup are Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis), Dhania (Coriandrum sativum), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Saunf (Foeniculum vulgare), etc. These all acts as a mind relaxant. The use of this syrup provides good results to the dementia patient. This syrup has the best memory boosting power and helps in increasing the blood flow to the brain. It is used as an antioxidant that increases retention power
Recommended Dosage: Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.
2. Mann Mitra tablet:
Mann Mitra tablet is herbal and purely ayurvedic medicine. It is used in Ayurvedic treatment for psychiatric conditions and help to balance all the three doshas of body i.e vata, pitta, kapha. CAC Mann Mitra tablet improves intelligence and speech problems. It is helpful for making the nervous system strong and nerves as well. It contains various herbs like Bala, Vacha, Shankhpushpi, Nagkeshar etc that help you fight insomnia, anxiety, and stress. It works as a antioxidant, anti depressant, immuno booster, anti epileptic and as neuro protective drug.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.
3. Rasayan Vati:
Rasayan vati is herbo-mineral Ayurvedic formulation which contains various herbs such as Aswagandha, Shilajeet, Amla, Musali, Shatavar, Brahmi, Abhrak Bhasam, Mukta pisti, Praval pisti, , Kaunch Beej, Saunth, Mirch, Brahmi, etc. These ingredients show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic, immune-modulator properties. These tablets provides good results in General debility, Psychological disorders, and improves immunity.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.
4. Brain relaxant churna:
This churna is a pure Ayurvedic preparation which contains Amla (Emlica officinalis), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Pippali (Piper longum), Marich (Piper nigrum), Haldi (Curcuma longa), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Suddha gandhak, Lauha bhasma, etc. It is mainly used for the treatment of psychiatric conditions, speech problems, to improve the intelligence and also beneficial in sleep disturbances, panic attacks, phobia, and relieves stress.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablespoonful twice daily.
WHAT IS MANIC DISORDER
- January 10, 2023
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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Manic disorder is also known as Bipolar 1 disorder or manic depressive disorder. It is a form of mental illness in which affected individual have at least one manic episode in their entire life.
Manic episode– A period of time where individual have abnormally irritated or elevated mood and high energy along with abnormal behavior that rattle daily life.
People also suffer episodes of depression. In between Depression and mania episode many individuals with this disorder can live normal life .
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF MANIC DISORDER ?
Main causes of manic disorder are not known. However there are certain factors that can contribute to it. Some of the factors are:
- Chemical imbalance in brain
- Family History: Having history of manic disorder may increase chances of developing it.
- Difficult life situation like abuse, trauma or problems related to money, loneliness etc.
- Sleep: Change in sleep pattern or lack of sleep.
- History of other mental illness or neurologic conditions
- Exposure to stressful conditions and inability to manage it
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF MANIC DISORDER ?
Symptoms of manic episodes are :
- Sudden and severe change in mood
- Racing thoughts and rapid speech
- Highly Impulsive behavior and poor judgment
- Risk-taking and reckless behavior
- Increased energy
- Psychosis- Person experience delusions and hallucinations
Symptoms of depressive episodes are :
- Feeling guilt or worthlessness
- Fatigue
- Extreme feeling of sadness or despair.
- Change in sleep pattern
- Change in appetite
- Suicidal thoughts
- Loss of interest in hobbies
- Difficulty in concentration
- Restlessness
- Slowed movements or speech
LIFE-STYLE CHANGES TO MANAGE MANIC DISORDER :
- Maintaining healthy sleep routine: Significant change in sleep pattern tends to trigger an episode. So maintain a constant sleep schedule for a quality sleep helps in management of manic disorder
- Exercise : Daily physical activity helps to improve physical and mental health. It has significant effect on persons mood also thus may helps to manage manic disorders related symptoms.
- Meditation : Meditation helps to relax mind and reduce stress. It also helps to have better control on one’s thoughts and mood thus helps to manage symptoms of manic disorder.
- Quit tobacco or alcohol : Do not indulge in tobacco or alcohol use as they have adverse affect on brain functioning and may trigger an manic episode.
- Management of stress: Stress play a significant role to worsen symptoms of manic disorder . So involve in stress relieving activities, develop hobbies, spend time with loved ones and let go of toxic relationships to manage the symptoms.
AYURVEDIC APPROACH :
According to ayurveda it occur due to imbalance of three doshas vata, pitta and kapha along with qualities of consciousness(sattva, rajas and tamas). There is imbalance of ojas that signifies the strength, immunity and ability of body.
- Imbalance of vata dosha causes Racing thoughts, Excitement, Talkativeness, Impulsive behavior.
- Imbalance of pitta dosha causes Irritability, Aggression, Over confidence, Hyperactivity etc.
- Imbalance of kapha dosha causes Inactivity, Loss of appetite, Sadness, Low feeling etc.
PANCHAKARMA :
- Shirodhara: It is a traditional ayurvedic therapy used to relax mind and relieve stress. Medicated oils or decoctions used also helps to rejuvenate mind and provide sound sleep.
- Abhyanga : Massaging body with medicated herbal oils helps to pacify vata dosha and also relieve stress and fatigue of body and mind.
- Nasya karma : It helps to reduce stress and also helps to promote mental clarity
- Shiro-vasti: It helps to strengthen nerve tissues and also sooths mind .It enhance the blood circulation in mind and also provide relieve from fatigue and stress.
HERBS :
- Tagar
- Shankh pushpi
- Jyotishmati
- Haritaki
- Brahmi
- Kappokacchu
CHANDIGARH AYURVEDIC CENTRE MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF MANIC DISORDER
1) Detox Premium Powder:
Detox premium powder is composed of herbo-mineral preparation that contains ingredients such as moti pishti, shukta pishti, giloy satav, parwal pishti, kamdudha ras, akik pishti, gandhak rasayan, shankh bhasma, sutshekhar ras, shwet parpati, yavakshaar, & shudhyog tablet. These all ingredients in combination deal with the signs & symptoms related to Schizophrenia patients.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.
2) Brodley Syrup:
This syrup is prepared from the extract of various herbs that deal with the delusion, hallucination, disorganized behavior, lack of emotions, & inappropriate posture, etc. The syrup is prepared from herbs such as Shankhpushpi, Brahmi, Jatamansi, Ashwagandha, Shatavari, Saunf. These herbs show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immuno-modulator, & mind relaxant properties. These properties show good results in schizophrenia patients.
Recommended Dosage – Take 2 teaspoonfuls twice daily.
3) Stress Care tablet:
It is an amazing combination of natural herbs like Sarpgandha, Brahmi, Tagar, jatamansi. It helps to relieve stress conditions. They help to pacify the nervous system and also help to increase mental and physical performance. In Ayurveda when there is an imbalance of three energies i.e. Vata, pitta, and Kapha, it leads to disease. Vata has a sub dosha named prana doshas which regulates the sensory perception, brain, and mind. Tarpak Kapha subtype of kapha, governs cerebrospinal fluid, sadhak pitta subtype of pitta doshas governs emotions and their impact on the heart. So any vitiation of these doshas leads to stress. It act as Anti-depressant, relieves Insomnia, Anxiety, and helps in the sign and symptoms of Schizophrenia.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.
4) Brain Relaxant Churna:
This churna is pure Ayurvedic which helps to rejuvenate the brain cells, improves memory, give strength to the body, & increases the concentration by calming down the brain. It is prepared from herbs that show calming effect on brain and gives you relaxation. Brain relaxant churna shows antioxidant, Neuroprotective, carminative and anti-inflammatory properties. Ingredients present in this churna are Amla (Emblica officinalis), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Pippali (Piper longum), Marich (Piper nigrum), Haldi (Curcuma longa), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Suddha Gandhak, Lauha Bhasma. It helps to Maintain blood sugar level, Anti-depressant, Insomnia, Increase Haemoglobin levels, Cures indigestion, Helpful in Ulcerative colitis, and Nerve tonic. It helps in dealing with health conditions such as feeling delusion, hallucinations, disordered thinking, disabling, & impair daily functioning related to schizophrenia patients.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablespoon of this churna twice daily.
5) Nerve Plus tablet :
These tablets shows Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Analgesic and immune-modulator properties. It contains herbal ingredients Ghritkumari (Aloe barbadensis), Kali mirch (Piper nigrum), Giloy satav (Tinospora crdifolia), shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, shudha vatsnabh, shudh singraf. It is beneficial for migraine, lower back pain, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, stimulating nerves and appetite.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
Why do people develop Psychological Disorders
- January 10, 2023
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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Understanding psychological disorders:
Psychological disorder or mental disorder refers to significant disturbance in the cognition, behavior and emotional regulation of an individual. It is mostly associated with impairment of important areas of functioning of brain. There are various mental disorders like anxiety disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PSTD), schizophrenia, eating disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders etc. Mental disorders affects the person’s ability to think, feel and behave. Genetic constitution and environment around you plays a major role in mental ailments.
What is mental soundness?
- A well balanced and pleasant state of mind
- Proper and satisfactory sleep
- Being cheerful and gracious
- Mind not getting afflicted with adverse events
- Steady and well balanced mental faculties
- Control over dharniya vega such as kama (lust), krodha (anger), bhaya (fear), shoka (greif), lobha (greed), moha (infatuation) according to Ayurveda.
Concept of mental illness in Ayurveda:
Life according to Ayurveda is amalgam of four independent components namely, shareer (the body), indriya (motor and sensory faculties), satva (the mind), atma (the soul). A completely healthy life needs complimentary support of each of the elements and thus health means physical, mental, sensory and spiritual wellbeing. Vitiation in any of these factors leads to mental distress.
Mental disorders are classified under Unmada in Ayurveda. Acharya charaka defines Unamada as impairment in functions of 8 aspects or factors that a human being constitutes such as Manah (mind), buddhi (intellect), smriti (memory), bhakti (inclination), sheela (character/ habits), cheshta (psycho-motor activity), achara (conduct/ behavior), janana (knowledge/cognition). There are three factors responsible for the vitiation of above given factors such as:
- Pragyaapradha (intellectual blasphemy)
- Asatnyendriyeartha samyoga (inappropriate contact of sense organs with object)
- Parinama (transformation of nature)
Who are more prone to psychological disorders?
- Genetic constitution and family history
- Traumatic brain injury
- Use of alcohol or recreational drugs
- Losing loved ones
- Going through excessive stress
- Biological factors such as chemical imbalance in brain
- Having serious illness like cancer
- Mother’s exposure to toxins or virus while pregnant
- Small social circle or having no friends or family
Some preventive measures of strengthen Mind:
- Meditation: Meditation simply means to live simply and honestly in the world as it is. An effective meditation of 15-30 minutes promotes calmness, reduce stress and increase focus. It helps people to identify and accepting negative thoughts and emotions and helps to overcome those emotions. Makes person mentally and emotionally strong. There are 5 stages of meditation:
- Awareness of present moment
- Subduing the negative mind
- Mindfulness
- Dawning awareness or becoming more conscious
- Unwavering commitment
- A good sleep: A sound sleep of 6-8 hours is necessary for the proper functioning of the brain. During sleep there is reduction in heart rate, blood pressure, rate of breathing that is the calmest state of mind. Sleep aids in creativity and increases the problem solving capacity, lowers the depressing state of mind and other mental disorders and even increases the life expectancy.
- Following Dincharya (daily regime) and ritucharya (seasonal regime): One should follow the dincharya or ritucharya as it is an imperative part of health care to fill each day with significant essential care, eating healthy, eating at proper timings, having regular sleep schedule. It balances the doshic activity (body elements). Following a proper regime increases focus, clarity, stabilized emotions and balanced state of hormones.
- Panchkarma therapies: Ayurveda have treasure of panhkarma to deals with any kind of ailments. Panchkarma like shirodhara (pouring medicated oil or decoction on the forehead), nasya (nasal therapy), abhyanga (massage with medicated oil) etc are helpful in strengthening the nerves and muscles and relaxes the body and mind.
Some herbs to strengthen Mind:
- Brahmi (Bacopa monierrie): Brahmi is also known as brain tonic or best brain cell rejuvenator. It improves cognition, intelligence and power of thinking.
- Ashwagandha (withania somnifera): Ashwagandha is known to be an adaptogen, immunodular and a brain tonic. It improves the mind clarity and balances hormones.
- Haridra (curcumin): Curcumin is an anti-inflammatory herbs and also works as stimulant.
- Jatamansi (Nardostachy jatamansi): jatamansi has antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and blood purifying properties. it helps in reducing mental stress and anxiety due to the presence of essential oils in it.
Managing psychological health with Chandigarh Ayurved Centre:
1) Detox Premium Powder:
Detox premium powder is composed of herbo-mineral preparation that contains ingredients such as moti pishti, shukta pishti, giloy satav, parwal pishti, kamdudha ras, akik pishti, gandhak rasayan, shankh bhasma, sutshekhar ras, shwet parpati, yavakshaar, & shudhyog tablet. These all ingredients in combination deal with the signs & symptoms related to Schizophrenia patients.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.
2) Active plus Tablet:
active plus Tablet is a pure herbo-mineral formulation prepared from best quality of herbs. This tablet is best for person mental and physical health, also helps to boost up the immunity. The herbal ingredients present in these tablets are used to maintain person’s health and refreshes the mind and body. These tablets improves digestion, eliminates constipation, stress, nourishes brain, acts as antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, etc.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.
3) Brodley Syrup:
This syrup is prepared from the extract of various herbs that deal with the delusion, hallucination, disorganized behavior, lack of emotions, & inappropriate posture, etc. The syrup is prepared from herbs such as Shankhpushpi, Brahmi, Jatamansi, Ashwagandha, Shatavari, Saunf. These herbs show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immuno-modulator, & mind relaxant properties. These properties show good results in schizophrenia patients.
Recommended Dosage – Take 2 teaspoonfuls twice daily.
4) Mann Mitra tablet :
CAC Mann Mitra tablet is herbal and purely ayurvedic medicine. It is used in Ayurvedic treatment for psychiatric conditions and help to balance all the three doshas of body i.e vata, pitta, kapha. CAC Mann Mitra tablet improves intelligence and speech problems. It is helpful for making the nervous system strong and nerves as well. It contains various herbs like Bala, Vacha, Shankhpushpi, Nagkeshar etc that help you fight insomnia, anxiety, and stress. It works as a antioxidant, anti depressant, immuno booster, anti epileptic and as neuro protective drug.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.
5) Rasayan Vati:
Rasayan vati is herbo-mineral Ayurvedic formulation which contains various herbs such as Aswagandha, Shilajeet, Amla, Shatavar, Brahmi, Abhrak Bhasam, Mukta pisti, Praval pisti, Vang Bhasam, , Dalchini, Javitri, Gokhru, Kaunch Beej, Saunth, Mirch, Pipli, Manjith, Brahmi, Musali, Shatavar, etc. These ingredients show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic, immune-modulator properties. This tablet provide good results in General debility, Psychological disorders, schizophrenia, and improves immunity.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily.
6) Brain Relaxant Churna:
This churna is pure Ayurvedic which helps to rejuvenate the brain cells, improves memory, give strength to the body, & increases the concentration by calming down the brain. It is prepared from herbs that show calming effect on brain and gives you relaxation. Brain relaxant churna shows antioxidant, Neuroprotective, carminative and anti-inflammatory properties. Ingredients present in this churna are Amla (Emblica officinalis), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Pippali (Piper longum), Marich (Piper nigrum), Haldi (Curcuma longa), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Suddha Gandhak, Lauha Bhasma. It helps to Maintain blood sugar level, Anti-depressant, Insomnia, Increase Haemoglobin levels, Cures indigestion, Helpful in Ulcerative colitis, and Nerve tonic. It helps in dealing with health conditions such as feeling delusion, hallucinations, disordered thinking, disabling, & impair daily functioning related to schizophrenia patients.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablespoon of this churna twice daily.
7) Calm Sleep tablet:
calm sleep tablet is an amazing combination of natural herbs like bhang, Brahmi, Tagar, jatamansi. It helps to relieve stressful conditions. They help to pacify the nervous system and also helps to calm minds and make your body relax and light.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily.
BRAIN FOG AND ITS SOLUTION IN AYURVEDA
- January 10, 2023
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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What is Brain Fog?
Brain fog is not actually a mental condition. Brain fog describes the feeling of mental sluggishness and fuzziness. A person with a brain fog lacks mental clarity, affects the ability of person to concentrate or focus and make it difficult to recall things. Brain fog is the symptom of mental condition known as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). Ultimately brain fog impacts person’s mental state, individuals do not feel like themselves because of loss of mental clarity or sharpness feels foreign to them. Person may feel confused or disorganized or out of focus or find hard to put thoughts into words.
How brain fog is related to COVID-19?
It is to be believed that COVID- 19 causes inflammation in the brain that affects the ability of the ability of the neurons (brain cells) to communicate with each other resulting in brain fog. Or other factor that might contribute to brain fogging at the time of pandemic is the fear of corona virus or the stress, anxiety, isolation it created. Some people got relief after a week or so but for others it was long lasting.
Ayurveda view point over brain fogging?
According to Ayurveda there are three essential facets to understand brain’s clarity:
- DHI: Dhi is the ability to learn and understand, governed by Vata dosha.
- DHRITI: ability to process and retain the gained knowledge which is governed by Pitta dosha.
- SMRITI: Smriti is correlated to memory or intellect which is controlled by Kapha dosha.
For the brain to work at its optimum level, each of above variables must be fulfilled and coordinated. Instance all these be balanced if or sharirik dosha (body elements)- Vata, Pitta and Kapha along with manshik doshas (mental elements)- Raja, Tama and to uplift manshik guna that is Satva (purity of thoughts).
Symptoms of brain fog:
- Altered cognition
- Confusion
- Forgetfulness
- Difficulty in recalling things
- Unable to focus or concentrate
- Memory related issues
- Anxiety
- Lack of confidence
- Mental exhaustion
- Lack of motivation or interest in doing things
- Hazy thoughts.
What causes brain fog?
- Lack of sleep
- Overworking
- Spending too much time on screens
- Lack of exercise
- Smoking or alcohol
- Vitamin D
- Undiagnosed mental issues like dementia, alzheimer’s disease
- Diet high in ultra-processed foods
How Ayurveda helps in coping up Brain fog?
Ayurveda refers to “Satvavajya chikitsa” while deals with the brain fog by raising the masnsik guna (great qualities) –Satva. Satva refers to as purity, truth and the harmony. It is the stillness of consciousness. Living with the Satva means living with the state that allows one to exist in the world with intelligence, knowledge, happiness, pleasure, compassion, emotional stability, love and healthy detachment from outcomes. Along with uplifting satva one should limit and find balance with Rajasic (stimulating and activating) and Tamsic (heavy, dull and inert) dosha influences in your life.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES:
- Changing lifestyle
- Meditation
- Practicing Yoga
- Prioritizing meaningful connections and relationships
- Following daily (dincharya) and seasonal (ritucharya) ayurvedic regimes
Herbs beneficial for brain fog:
- Brahmi: Brahmi is the efficient nervine tonic and balances all the doshas predominantly pitta. It removes blockage and toxins from the nervous tissues. It enhances intelligence, improves memory and concentration power.
- Ashwagandha: Ashwagandha is rasayna (rejuvenator) in Ayurveda. It is an adaptogen, mental rejuvenator, enhances vitality, stress reliever etc.
- Tulsi: Tulsi is the herb that gives mental clarity. Also known as holy Basil or Queen of herbs. It is apdaptogen, nootropic and antioxidant properties. It lowers the cortisol level, supports nervous tissue, helps in clarity of mind, memory etc.
- Shankhpushpi: It is a brain tonic and adaptogen herb that works to support central nervous system and enhance intelligence and cognitive functions.
- Turmeric: Turmeric or curcumin is the best anti-inflammatory and antioxidant herb that found in every house hold. It helps in reducing the condition called brain fog.
- Guduchi: Also known as Amrita. It has anti-inflammatory properties and is adaptogen. It is helpful in lowering the stress and anxiety.
Managing brain fog with Chandigarh Ayurved Centre:
- Rasayan Vati
Rasayan vati is herbo-mineral ayurvedic formulation, which is 100% natural. Rasayan vati contains various herbs such as Aswagandha, Shilajeet, Amla, Kesar, Musali, Shatavar, Brahmi Abhrak Bhasam, Swarn Makshik Bhasam, Yashad Bhasam, Mukta pisti, Praval pisti, Jaiphal, Vang Bhasam, Dalchini, Javitri, Gokhru, Kaunch Beej, Saunth, Mirch, Pipli, Amla, Kesar, Manjith, Anant Mool, Brahmi, Musali, Swarn Vang, etc. These ingredients show antioxidant, aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic, immuno-modulator properties. These tablets provide good results in General debility, Psychological disorders, and improves immunity.
Recommended Dosage: Take one tablet twice daily.
- Stress care tablet:
It is an amazing combination of natural herbs like Sarpgandha, Brahmi, Tagar, jatamansi. It helps to relieve stress conditions. They help to pacify the nervous system and also help to increase mental and physical performance. In Ayurveda when there is an imbalance of three energies i.e. Vata, pitta, and Kapha, it leads to disease. Vata has a sub dosha named prana doshas which regulates the sensory perception, brain, and mind. Tarpak Kapha subtype of kapha, governs cerebrospinal fluid, sadhak pitta subtype of pitta doshas governs emotions and their impact on the heart. So any vitiation of these doshas leads to stress. It act as Anti-depressant, relieves Insomnia, Anxiety.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.
- Brain Relaxant Churna:
This churna is pure Ayurvedic which helps to rejuvenate the brain cells, improves memory, give strength to the body, & increases the concentration by calming down the brain. It is prepared from herbs that show calming effect on brain and gives you relaxation. Brain relaxant churna shows antioxidant, Neuroprotective, carminative and anti-inflammatory properties. Ingredients present in this churna are Amla (Emblica officinalis), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Pippali (Piper longum), Marich (Piper nigrum), Haldi (Curcuma longa), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Suddha Gandhak, Lauha Bhasma. It helps to Maintain blood sugar level, Anti-depressant, Insomnia, Increase Haemoglobin levels, Cures indigestion, Helpful in Ulcerative colitis, and Nerve tonic. It helps in dealing with health conditions such as feeling delusion, hallucinations, disordered thinking, disabling, & impair daily functioning related to schizophrenia patients.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablespoon of this churna twice daily.
- Mann Mitra tablet:
Mann Mitra tablet is herbal and purely ayurvedic medicine. It is used in Ayurvedic treatment for psychiatric conditions and help to balance all the three doshas of body i.e vata, pitta, kapha. CAC Mann Mitra tablet improves intelligence and speech problems. It is helpful for making the nervous system strong and nerves as well. It contains various herbs like Bala, Vacha, Shankhpushpi, Nagkeshar etc that help you fight insomnia, anxiety, and stress. It works as a antioxidant, anti depressant, immuno booster, anti epileptic and as neuro protective drug.
Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.
HOW TO PREVENT DEPRESSION
- January 10, 2023
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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Medical condition which affects the mood and ability to function normally of affected person. It is normal to feel sad or anger as a reaction to life challenges or loss but when individual feel intense sadness, helplessness, worthless or anger which last for days to weeks and interfere with daily life it is Depression.
Stressful living in today’s world has major impact on individuals mental health along with it, sudden outbreak of corona virus has impacted the day to day life of many individuals putting many people’s at risk of developing Depression. It is important to talk about mental health and make people aware about it, in the today’s time.
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF DEPRESSION ?
Various factors contribute in development of depression.
- Genetics : Having history of depression in family may put person at risk for depression.
- Hormone levels : Hormonal changes in female body during different periods like Postpartum period, menstrual cycle, menopause etc can raise risk of depression.
- Brain chemistry : Abnormal levels of brain chemicals may lead to depression.
- Early childhood trauma : Experiencing traumatic events early in life put person at risk.
- Substance use : Alcohol or drug abuse can affect the persons mental health and put individual at risk.
- Medical conditions : Some conditions like chronic illness, Stroke, Heart attack, Parkinson’s disease etc may put person at risk of depression.
WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF DEPRESSION ?
- Socio-economic status : Having financial problems and low socioeconomic status can increase the risk of depression in individuals
- Gender : Females are at more risk of developing depression than males
- Vitamin-D deficiency : Vitamin-D is helpful in production of serotonin in body which helps to improve the mood but Vitamin-D deficiency impacts serotonin secretion which may increase risk of depression
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION ?
Some of the common symptoms are :
- Fatigue
- Feeling anxious, sad or empty
- Crying a lot or without any reason
- Difficulty in concentration
- Loss of interest in hobbies
- Loss of appetite
- Fluctuation in weight
- Feeling worthless or hopeless
- Feeling frustrated or irritated
- Change in sleep cycle
- Suicidal thoughts
- Self-harm
- Experiencing physical pain like headache, body aches, pain , digestive problems etc without any cause.
LIFE-STYLE TIPS FOR PREVENTION OF DEPRESSION :
- EXERCISE :Performing regular physical activities at least for 20-30 minutes helps to maintain body healthy. It stimulates the brain to produce endorphins that helps to relieve stress and fatigue improving mental health of individuals.
- DEVELOPING A HOBBY: Performing academic, creative or athletic activities that a individual loves can helps to reduce stress , Improve social connections and also enhance the mental health of individual. Doing something a individual love has positive impact on brain and also improve production of Happy hormones in body.
- HEALTHY EATING HABITS : Consuming health diet rich in nutrients and minerals helps to achieve over all wellness. Eating food omega-3 fatty acid and B-12 rich foods helps to stabilize mood. Consumption of low fat complex carbohydrates helps to improve the level of serotonin hormone in body which contributes to feeling of calm , happiness and well-being.
- QUALITY SLEEP : Getting a sound sleep of 7-8 hours helps to relieve fatigue and stress along with improving the mood. So develop a consistent sleep schedule avoiding heavy meals, screen time near the bed time.
- MEDITATION : Meditation helps to assemble jumbled thoughts that crowd the mind and cause stress, negative thought , fear etc thus helps to relax the mind . It also helps to focus and concentrate giving new perspective to life.
- AVOID ALCOHOL AND DRUGS : Alcohol and drugs have depressing affect on mind that can alter mood and cause stress . So avoid these substances and indulge in health drinks like green tea, Juices etc.
- MANAGE STRESS WITH ALTERNATE THERAPIES : Indulge in yoga, acupuncture , massages etc to relax mind and relieve fatigue and stress.
AYRVEDIC APPROACH :
In ayurveda depression comes under mano avasada. Nidan sevan like intake of unwholesome food, Tamasik food, Sedentary life , fear etc cause vititaion of kapha and tamas in the body which leads to decrease in pitta and vata activities thus causing depression.
PANCHKARMA TREATMENTS FOR DEPRESSION
- Shiro dhara : The warm medicated oils used for shirodhara helps to soothen hypothalamus and also regulates the activites of pitutary glands thus regulating levels of stress hormones to effectively manage stressa nd mind fatigue
- Shiro Vasti : It has healing and soothing effects on head and structure within. It improves the blood circulation in head providing relieve from fatigue, anxiety and stress and calms the mind.
- Virechana : It helps to remove the accumulated toxins in the body and rejuvenates the body and mind thus relieving symptoms of depression
- Abhyanga : Deep tissue massage with medicated herbal oils improve blood circulation in body. It also relieves stress and relax the mind. Medicated oils also helps to balance the vitiated doshas.
HERBS TO PREVENT DEPRESSION :
- Brahmi : It is potent anti-oxidant and is traditional being used for fatigue, anxiety , memory loss, depression and insomnia. It have neuro regenerative capacity
- Jatamansi : : It is a great anti-stress and anti- fatigue herb in ayurveda. It helps to remove blocakge of brain and protect brain cells from harmful radicals. It is a great anti-epileptic herb.
- Turmeric: Curcumine the active ingredient in turmeric has ability to cross blood-brain barrier and help clear the plaque. Also improve neuron functions and encourage neuron growth.
- Ashwagandha : : It is a known adaptogen which helps to regulate production of cortisol and manages stress. It is an excellent ayurvedic herd used for centuries to strengthen mental faculties and improve sleep.
CHANDIGARH AYURVEDIC CENTER MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF DEPRESSION :
- Brodley Syrup:
This syrup maintains the overall activity of the brain. As the herbs used for the preparation of this syrup are Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis), Dhania (Coriandrum sativum), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Saunf (Foeniculum vulgare), etc. These all acts as a mind relaxant. The use of this syrup provides good results to the dementia patient. This syrup has the best memory boosting power and helps in increasing the blood flow to the brain. It is used as an antioxidant that increases retention power
Recommended Dosage: Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.
- Mann Mitra tablet:
Mann Mitra tablet is herbal and purely ayurvedic medicine. It is used in Ayurvedic treatment for psychiatric conditions and help to balance all the three doshas of body i.e vata, pitta, kapha. CAC Mann Mitra tablet improves intelligence and speech problems. It is helpful for making the nervous system strong and nerves as well. It contains various herbs like Bala, Vacha, Shankhpushpi, Nagkeshar etc that help you fight insomnia, anxiety, and stress. It works as a antioxidant, anti depressant, immuno booster, anti epileptic and as neuro protective drug.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.
- Rasayan Vati:
Rasayan vati is herbo-mineral Ayurvedic formulation which contains various herbs such as Aswagandha, Shilajeet, Amla, Musali, Shatavar, Brahmi, Abhrak Bhasam, Mukta pisti, Praval pisti, , Kaunch Beej, Saunth, Mirch, Brahmi, etc. These ingredients show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic, immune-modulator properties. These tablets provides good results in General debility, Psychological disorders, and improves immunity.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.
- Calm Sleep tablet:
calm sleep tablet is an amazing combination of natural herbs like bhang, Brahmi, Tagar, jatamansi. It helps to relieve stressful conditions. They help to pacify the nervous system and also helps to calm minds and make your body relax and light. In Ayurveda when there is an imbalance of three energies i.e. vata, pitta and Kapha, it leads to disease. Vata has a sub dosha named prana doshas which regulates the sensory perception, brain, and mind. calm sleep tablets is effective in depression, anxiety, insomnia, amnesia, Alzheimer’s disease, obesity, and hypertension.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice a daily.
- Brain relaxant churna:
This churna is a pure Ayurvedic preparation which contains Amla (Emlica officinalis), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Pippali (Piper longum), Marich (Piper nigrum), Haldi (Curcuma longa), Bala (Sida cordifolia), Suddha gandhak, Lauha bhasma, etc. It is mainly used for the treatment of psychiatric conditions, speech problems, to improve the intelligence and also beneficial in sleep disturbances, panic attacks, phobia, and relieves stress.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablespoonful twice daily.
- Stress care tablet:
Stress care tablets are pure herbal formulation prepared from ingredients like Sarpgandha (Rauwolfia serpentine), Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Jatamansi (Nardostacys jatamansi).The herbs used for formulation of these tablets show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-stress, anti-depressant, & immune-modulator properties. These herbal tablets gives good result in Stress, Depression, Anxiety, All neurological disorders, Increases intelligence, and Improves memory.
Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.