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How To Live Healthy In Spring Season With Ayurveda

With the onset of Basant Panchami, the spring season has arrived. Learn from Ayurvedic experts how your diet should be to stay healthy in this season.

What is the food like in the spring season? Know diet and health tips from Ayurveda experts

Spring season has started. Along with the beauty of nature, a different chirping in the air is infusing a different energy in the ears of all of us. The chirping of birds is trying to take us out of the chilly sun. Changes in weather are common with spring. These changes occur not only in the weather, but also in the surrounding environment as well as in fruits and vegetables. By including these changes in our daily routine, we have to move forward. So that our health remains healthy. By the way, with the onset of spring, new season fruits and vegetables start arriving in the market. Therefore it is also important for you to know why it is necessary to change the diet.

The food should be in the spring, that in fact, the effect of winter starts decreasing in this season while the temperature gradually starts heating up. Due to the strength of digestion, we often take heavy diet during the winter season. Which gets deposited in the body in the form of cough. When the spring season comes, this phlegm melts and gives rise to many diseases in the body. These diseases are cough, respiratory disease, throat infection, allergies, fever, breathlessness, digestive disorders etc.

Why is it important to consume seasonal fruits and vegetables in every season?

With the change of seasons, it is also necessary to change the eating habits. Consuming seasonal diet is beneficial for you, due to which the body gets proper nutrition, due to which the body remains healthy and development is good. Actually, the effect of seasonal food is according to the season. So if you consume seasonal fruits, vegetables and food, then you will be healthy. Consumption of seasonal fruits and vegetables not only keeps us physically fit but also keeps us mentally calm. Often off-season vegetables are forced through drugs and injections. Which can go into our body and cause many diseases.

What to eat in spring season?

There are many options of spring growing fruits and vegetables in the market, which can be beneficial for you.

 Fennel

Fennel has been used for many years in Indian food and after meals. This increases the amount of antioxidants in the body.

Mustard Greens

Greens have always been beneficial for the body, no matter what the season. It is rich in Vitamin E, C, K and A. Which protects against heart diseases. Mustard greens come in this season, as well as gram greens are also eaten with great fervor.

Radish

Radish is rich in antioxidants. You can eat radish in any form during this season.

Pea

As much as the dish made from peas is unmatched in taste, it is also rich in fiber. You must eat peas in spring.

Spinach

Spinach contains high amounts of iron and vitamin K. Also, with this you can keep your blood clean.

hyacinth

Many people like hyacinth very much. Along with vitamins, it is also high in iron and calcium.

Avocado

It is a packed fruit and is very much in trend these days. Make a smoothie and drink it. Would be very beneficial.

Grapes

Grapes are rich in vitamins C and A. It controls the blood flow.

Pear

Pear is rich in fiber. You can eat it in salad or just like that.

Strawberry

There is a lot of strawberries in the market right now. It is a good source of Vitamin C. Which is also beneficial for the skin.

Keep these rules of food in mind during the spring season

In the spring season, you should take special care of some things related to food. Since the winter starts decreasing in this season and the weather starts moving from cold to hot, the following precautions are necessary regarding the food during the spring season.

  • Eat only fresh, light and digestible food.
  • Reduce the intake of cough-enhancing oily foods (fried things) or products made from milk.
  • Avoid fast food and cold drinks, cold beverages, ice cream as far as possible.
  • Avoid the habit of sleeping during the day.
  • Drink lukewarm water mixed with dry ginger and honey.
  • Massage sesame oil regularly.
  • Make a powder of dry ginger, black pepper and pipli and consume it with honey.
  • Make a powder of basil, carom seeds, liquorice or make a decoction as needed.

So these are some such fruits and vegetables or food, from which you will not only get taste but will also be healthy. Apart from this, you should avoid eating unseasoned vegetables and fruits, it can be harmful for you.

Peach

This fruit contains antioxidants which are very good for the heart. In addition, it is also low in calories, due to which weight is reduced.

Carrot may be found throughout the year, but it can be tasted even in summer. Baby carets are easily available in the market. This bean is known to reduce heart disease and obesity. If you are on a diet then do not forget to include it in your diet.

Consumption of radish

radish prevents hair fall. The strong vitamin B and vitamin C in it also strengthens the nervous system.

New Potatoes These days new potatoes have started coming in the market. Eat them either by grilling or by steaming them.

By the way, different types of onions are available in the market for years. But the thing about Wadalia onions is different. They are sweet to eat, so you can eat them by cutting them in salads. It is very beneficial for asthma disease.

Avocado has many benefits on skin, hair and health. It contains carotenoids, folate and good fats which are very important for the body.

Green garlic is not only good for adding flavor and aroma to food, but it is also good for health. Green garlic benefits the heart, removes stomach problems and increases immunity, which does not cause any disease.

Lemon Lime you will start getting in winter and spring. Eating lemon leads to weight loss and the dirt comes out from the skin.

Cucumber contains 95 percent water, which fulfills the lack of water from the body in summer. Digestive system remains correct by eating this.

Fig. This fruit is present in summer, eating it keeps all diseases away and it also increases your love life.

Amla contains vitamin C, fiber, potassium and minerals which are good for overall health.

Pineapple This juicy fruit contains vitamins and minerals, which are used to increase bone strength. By drinking its juice, there is no cold, cold and gums become healthy.

Adding coriander leaves to coriander dal, salad or vegetables not only enhances the taste but also keeps the health good.

obesity

SIDE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY ON YOUR HEALTH

Too much of anything is bad. The result of that is that man is ignoring human sensibilities. If seen, the interference of technology more than itself is increasing in our life. Such as mobile, computer, laptop, routine gadgets. There are many such technologies about which we know very well that it is playing with our health, but still we are being used ignoring this thing. As the scope of technology is expanding, in the same way common problems like headache, fast heart rate, difficulty in sleeping, anger, constant stress, laziness are also increasing. So let’s know how to avoid these side effects of technology.

If you want to avoid the side effects of technology, then take these precautions-

Best place to keep mobile

  • It is appropriate for women to keep the mobile in a purse and for men in a pouch on the side of the waist belt.
  • Never keep devices like mobile under or near the pillow while sleeping.

Avoid using mobile in lift or metro

  • Actually, the risk of radiation in the body increases due to the closure of the exit of the waves emanating from the mobile.
  • Also, low signal in these places can also be harmful for our body.
  • Never make calls from the phone when the signal is weak because the radiation gets even more at this time.

When working on laptop

  • Often, most of us work with our laptop in our lap keeping in mind our comfort but this should not be done.
  • Because the heat that comes out of the laptop during this time has a bad effect on the lower part of the body along with having an adverse effect on fertility.
  • You use the laptop at any other work place like you would a desktop.
  • Working on the laptop for a long time has a bad effect on the retina of the eyes.

Rest your eyes

  • Stay away from the phone as much as possible.
  • Spend less time on the computer.
  • Get enough sleep- Getting less sleep increases the strain on the eyes.
  • Do not constantly look at the phone or computer screen; focus your attention somewhere else in between.
  • If you need to work on the screen for a long time every day, then get an antiglare screen on your computer or laptop or your glasses.

 Spend less time on mobile

  • Minimize the use of mobile and keep it at a proper distance from yourself.
  • If possible, buy phones with less radiation.
  • Today’s situation is such that as many people as there are phones in the house. Interaction among them is also decreasing. In such a situation, it is natural to increase stress.
  • That is why be more active in social life than social media.
  • To improve mutual relations, it is necessary to give time to each other, you also know this very well.

Don’t rely on gadgets

  • We have become dependent on gadgets for our day-to-day activities.
  • Washing machine for washing clothes, mixer for grinding chutney, we have to resort to them for every such small work.
  • But experts say that gadgets should be used only for a limited time, not to overdo it. They make you lazy.
obesity

SIDE EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY ON YOUR HEALTH

Too much of anything is bad. The result of that is that man is ignoring human sensibilities. If seen, the interference of technology more than itself is increasing in our life. Such as mobile, computer, laptop, routine gadgets. There are many such technologies about which we know very well that it is playing with our health, but still we are being used ignoring this thing. As the scope of technology is expanding, in the same way common problems like headache, fast heart rate, difficulty in sleeping, anger, constant stress, laziness are also increasing. So let’s know how to avoid these side effects of technology.

If you want to avoid the side effects of technology, then take these precautions-

Best place to keep mobile

  • It is appropriate for women to keep the mobile in a purse and for men in a pouch on the side of the waist belt.
  • Never keep devices like mobile under or near the pillow while sleeping.

Avoid using mobile in lift or metro

  • Actually, the risk of radiation in the body increases due to the closure of the exit of the waves emanating from the mobile.
  • Also, low signal in these places can also be harmful for our body.
  • Never make calls from the phone when the signal is weak because the radiation gets even more at this time.

When working on laptop

  • Often, most of us work with our laptop in our lap keeping in mind our comfort but this should not be done.
  • Because the heat that comes out of the laptop during this time has a bad effect on the lower part of the body along with having an adverse effect on fertility.
  • You use the laptop at any other work place like you would a desktop.
  • Working on the laptop for a long time has a bad effect on the retina of the eyes.

Rest your eyes

  • Stay away from the phone as much as possible.
  • Spend less time on the computer.
  • Get enough sleep- Getting less sleep increases the strain on the eyes.
  • Do not constantly look at the phone or computer screen; focus your attention somewhere else in between.
  • If you need to work on the screen for a long time every day, then get an antiglare screen on your computer or laptop or your glasses.

 Spend less time on mobile

  • Minimize the use of mobile and keep it at a proper distance from yourself.
  • If possible, buy phones with less radiation.
  • Today’s situation is such that as many people as there are phones in the house. Interaction among them is also decreasing. In such a situation, it is natural to increase stress.
  • That is why be more active in social life than social media.
  • To improve mutual relations, it is necessary to give time to each other, you also know this very well.

Don’t rely on gadgets

  • We have become dependent on gadgets for our day-to-day activities.
  • Washing machine for washing clothes, mixer for grinding chutney, we have to resort to them for every such small work.
  • But experts say that gadgets should be used only for a limited time, not to overdo it. They make you lazy.
H-pylori-

NATURAL TREATMENT FOR H. PYLORI

  1. pylori (Helicobacter pylori) are bacteria that infect the lining of the stomach. These bacteria are responsible for up to 70% of gastric ulcers and 80% of duodenal ulcers. They may also cause other stomach issues, including:
  • Bloating
  • Pain with burning sensation in the abdomen
  • Nausea
  • Lack of appetite (Anorexia)
  • Frequent burping
  • Unexplained weight loss

NATURAL TREATMENT FOR H. PYLORI

The use of conventional treatments like antibiotics can be hard for some people. It’s possible to experience negative side effects, such as lack of appetite, nausea and frequent bowel. Some people are resistant to antibiotics, which can complicate traditional approaches to treatment. As a result, people turn to natural treatments.

GREEN TEA

  • This herbal tea may aid kill and dull the development of Helicobacter bacteria.
  • The study suggests enjoying green tea before an infection prevents inflammation of the stomach.
  • Drinking the tea during an infection lowered the severity of gastritis.

HONEY

  • Honey has potent antibacterial characteristics against H. pylori.
  • Many studies shown that honey can eradicate the bacteria on its own.
  • Using honey with standard treatments may lowered treatment period.
  • Manuka honey and raw honey may have the most antibacterial effects.

MILK

  • A glycoprotein found in both human and cow’s milk called “lactoferrin” shown effective inhibitory activity against H. pylori.
  • In addition, a compound named “Melanoidin” seems to inhibit the development of H. pylori bacteria.

OLIVE OIL

  • This herbal oil remains stable in gastric acid and may also treat H. pylori bacteria.
  • Olive oil has powerful antibacterial abilities against eight H. pylori strains..

LICORICE ROOT

  • Licorice is a usual natural home remedy for stomach ulcers.
  • It may also fight H. pylori.
  • It does not directly kill the H. pylori bacteria, though it can help fend off it from sticking to cell walls.

BROCCOLI SPROUTS

  • A compound in broccoli sprouts named sulphoraphane may be effective against H. pylori.
  • It alleviates stomach inflammation and also may reduce bacteria colonization and its effects.
  • Broccoli sprouts quite effective not just for gastric ulcers caused by H Pylori but also aids in treating type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular problems.

GARLIC

  • Garlic has natural anti-inflammatory and antibiotic abilities against H. pylori.
  • Eating both raw and cooked garlic may help to kill Helicobacter pylori bacteria.
  • People with H. Pylori who consumed two medium-sized cloves of garlic with their lunch at noon and dinner in the evening had a valuable reduction in H.pylori bacteria.

 BLACK SEED

  • This seeds has many proven benefits including successfully fighting H. pylori infections.
  • Black seeds also have acid lowering and gastro-protective abilities.
  • Some study found that giving H. pylori patient’s two grams of ground black seeds daily along with omeprazole were emphatic at treating H. pylori than the standard conventional therapy.

Natural Herbs

Extracts of the following herbs helpful in inhibit the development of H. pylori bacteria:

  • Amla (Emblica officinalis)
  • Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
  • Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
  • Kumari (Aloe barbadensis)
  • Cardamom (Elattaria cardamomum)
  • Fennel (Fenneliculum vulgare)
  • Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi)
  • Sage (Salvia officinalis)
  • Goldenseal (Hydrastis Canadensis)
  • Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria)
Ayurvedic-Remedy-For-Fatty-Liver

HOME REMEDIES FOR FATTY LIVER

The liver is your body’s workhorse. Liver executions many functions in which are transforming food to fuel, filtering baleful toxins, making proteins that aid blood clot, and producing bile. Unluckily, this powerful organ is susceptible to a potentially dangerous condition named fatty liver disease.

Fatty liver disease occurs when fat accumulated in the liver. This condition can be caused by consuming more alcohol, but people who do not drink alcohol can also get the disease. When fatty liver disease is caused by factors other than alcohol, it is termed nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).

Causes of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver

  • Diet that is high in processed inflammatory fats, sugar and carbohydrates.
  • Obesity
  • Medical conditions such as high blood cholesterol, diabetes and hepatitis.
  • Certain medications that impact the liver and more iron in the liver.

Symptoms of Fatty Liver

  • Fatty liver can be silent killer because the progression of the disease is very gradual. Most patient experience little to no symptoms. Leaving them unaware of their conditions until it is critical.
  • When inflammation of the liver happens, patients can experience feeling of exhaustion.
  • About 10-20% of fatty liver patients develop hepatitis which increases the risk of cirrhosis and liver cancer.

Diagnosis

  • Ultrasonography (USG)
  • Medical history review and liver enzyme examination
  • Liver biopsy for pathology
  • Other tests such as X-ray, MRI and fibro scan to assess the hardness of the liver and the presence of fatty liver

Risk factors

  • Obesity- waist circumference larger than 40 inches in men /35 inches in women
  • Triglyceride level- over 150 mg/dL
  • High blood sugar- level over 100 mg/dL
  • Low level of high density lipoprotein or HDL- HDL cholesterol below 40 mg/dL for men/50 mg/dL for women
  • High blood cholesterol

Natural Home Remedies for Fatty Liver

 

TRY THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET

  • Mediterranean diets can even aid fend off liver fat accumulation without causing weight loss.
  • Also, a Mediterranean diet is beneficial for preventing conditions related to fatty liver, like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes.

DRINK COFFEE

  • The liver benefits from drinking coffee.
  • It aids cops up inflammation by stimulating the production of liver enzymes.
  • Study suggests regular coffee consumption alleviates liver damage in people with fatty liver.
  • It seems that drinking two to three cups of coffee per day lowers the risk of liver disease the best.
  • As black coffee contains no added fat or sugar, it is the good option.

STAY PHYSICALLY ACTIVE

  • Fatty liver is usually caused by a sedentary lifestyle. Additionally, inactivity is associated with other conditions similar to fatty liver, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabete and obesity.
  • Maintaining an active lifestyle is crucial if you are facing fatty liver.
  • At least 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week is a great goal.

TARGET HIGH CHOLESTEROL

  • Study reveals fatty liver can interrupt the body’s ability to control cholesterol on its own. Heart disease is therefore likely to worsen NAFLD.
  • To manage your cholesterol and treat nonalcoholic fatty confine intake of certain types of fats. Fats to limit include:
  • Saturated fats
  • Trans fats

LIMIT FOODS WITH ADDED SUGARS

  • Fatty Liver has been associated to dietary sugars like fructose and sucrose.
  • Study was reported that these sugars can lead to fat accumulation in the liver over the long term.

LOSE EXCESS WEIGHT

  • People suffering from obesity and nonalcoholic fatty liver (NAFLD) lose between 3 and 5 % of their body weight in order to alleviate their liver fat accumulation.
  • Other symptoms of fatty liver, such as swelling, fibrosis, and scarring, can also be improved by losing between 8 and 10 % of body weight
  • Taking small steps toward your aim will help you lose weight and keep it off. Extreme diets and fasting are usually unsustainable and are difficult on the liver.
  • Before you start any weight loss schedule, you should discuss with your physician to see what the good plan is for you. An eating plan designed by a dietitian can aid you achieve your weight loss goals and make healthy food choices.

The Best Natural Herbs for Fatty Liver

 

TURMERIC (CURCUMA LONGA):

This traditional herb is loaded with antioxidants and this is a reason why it is very effective home remedy for treating fatty liver disease. Turmeric improves the ability of body to digest fats so they will not store in the liver. In addition, this natural herb can aid in the liver detoxification process.

AMALAKI (EMBLICA OFFICINALIS):

Amalaki is also known as Indian gooseberry. This is an emphatic home remedy for the natural cure of fatty liver. It is high in antioxidant Vitamin C which can aid to keep the function of the liver at its optimal levels. This amazing fruit can help you to flush out the harmful toxins from your liver.

LEMON (CITRUS LIMON):

This citric fruit is abundant in Vitamin C. This antioxidant aids the liver to mass produce enzymes which are named glutathione. These enzymes can neutralize toxins and lemon can also aid the liver with detoxification.

GREEN TEA (CAMELLIA SINENSIS):

This herbal tea is rich with high – density catechins and it can enhance the liver function and fat infiltration in people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. This tea can help to block the amount of fat accumulated in the liver and it can magnify the liver function.

YASHTHIMADHU (GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA):

You can employ licorice as your natural treatment for curing liver problems such as nonalcoholic liver disease. Study reveals licorice root extract can help to reduce transaminase activities of enzymes which are named ALT (alanine aminotransferase) and AST (aspartate aminotransferase) in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. In addition, it can prevent liver damage due to toxins and heavy metals.

DANDELION (TARAXACUM OFFICINALE):

This natural cure acts as a potent liver tonic. That’s why it can be employed as the treatment for fatty liver disease. Also it can help to detoxify and metabolize fat which is stored in the liver and it can promote liver function.

Ayurvedic-Remedy-For-Fatty-Liver

HOME REMEDIES FOR FATTY LIVER

The liver is your body’s workhorse. Liver executions many functions in which are transforming food to fuel, filtering baleful toxins, making proteins that aid blood clot, and producing bile. Unluckily, this powerful organ is susceptible to a potentially dangerous condition named fatty liver disease.

Fatty liver disease occurs when fat accumulated in the liver. This condition can be caused by consuming more alcohol, but people who do not drink alcohol can also get the disease. When fatty liver disease is caused by factors other than alcohol, it is termed nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).

Causes of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver

  • Diet that is high in processed inflammatory fats, sugar and carbohydrates.
  • Obesity
  • Medical conditions such as high blood cholesterol, diabetes and hepatitis.
  • Certain medications that impact the liver and more iron in the liver.

Symptoms of Fatty Liver

  • Fatty liver can be silent killer because the progression of the disease is very gradual. Most patient experience little to no symptoms. Leaving them unaware of their conditions until it is critical.
  • When inflammation of the liver happens, patients can experience feeling of exhaustion.
  • About 10-20% of fatty liver patients develop hepatitis which increases the risk of cirrhosis and liver cancer.

Diagnosis

  • Ultrasonography (USG)
  • Medical history review and liver enzyme examination
  • Liver biopsy for pathology
  • Other tests such as X-ray, MRI and fibro scan to assess the hardness of the liver and the presence of fatty liver

Risk factors

  • Obesity- waist circumference larger than 40 inches in men /35 inches in women
  • Triglyceride level- over 150 mg/dL
  • High blood sugar- level over 100 mg/dL
  • Low level of high density lipoprotein or HDL- HDL cholesterol below 40 mg/dL for men/50 mg/dL for women
  • High blood cholesterol

Natural Home Remedies for Fatty Liver

 

TRY THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET

  • Mediterranean diets can even aid fend off liver fat accumulation without causing weight loss.
  • Also, a Mediterranean diet is beneficial for preventing conditions related to fatty liver, like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes.

DRINK COFFEE

  • The liver benefits from drinking coffee.
  • It aids cops up inflammation by stimulating the production of liver enzymes.
  • Study suggests regular coffee consumption alleviates liver damage in people with fatty liver.
  • It seems that drinking two to three cups of coffee per day lowers the risk of liver disease the best.
  • As black coffee contains no added fat or sugar, it is the good option.

STAY PHYSICALLY ACTIVE

  • Fatty liver is usually caused by a sedentary lifestyle. Additionally, inactivity is associated with other conditions similar to fatty liver, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabete and obesity.
  • Maintaining an active lifestyle is crucial if you are facing fatty liver.
  • At least 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week is a great goal.

TARGET HIGH CHOLESTEROL

  • Study reveals fatty liver can interrupt the body’s ability to control cholesterol on its own. Heart disease is therefore likely to worsen NAFLD.
  • To manage your cholesterol and treat nonalcoholic fatty confine intake of certain types of fats. Fats to limit include:
  • Saturated fats
  • Trans fats

LIMIT FOODS WITH ADDED SUGARS

  • Fatty Liver has been associated to dietary sugars like fructose and sucrose.
  • Study was reported that these sugars can lead to fat accumulation in the liver over the long term.

LOSE EXCESS WEIGHT

  • People suffering from obesity and nonalcoholic fatty liver (NAFLD) lose between 3 and 5 % of their body weight in order to alleviate their liver fat accumulation.
  • Other symptoms of fatty liver, such as swelling, fibrosis, and scarring, can also be improved by losing between 8 and 10 % of body weight
  • Taking small steps toward your aim will help you lose weight and keep it off. Extreme diets and fasting are usually unsustainable and are difficult on the liver.
  • Before you start any weight loss schedule, you should discuss with your physician to see what the good plan is for you. An eating plan designed by a dietitian can aid you achieve your weight loss goals and make healthy food choices.

The Best Natural Herbs for Fatty Liver

 

TURMERIC (CURCUMA LONGA):

This traditional herb is loaded with antioxidants and this is a reason why it is very effective home remedy for treating fatty liver disease. Turmeric improves the ability of body to digest fats so they will not store in the liver. In addition, this natural herb can aid in the liver detoxification process.

AMALAKI (EMBLICA OFFICINALIS):

Amalaki is also known as Indian gooseberry. This is an emphatic home remedy for the natural cure of fatty liver. It is high in antioxidant Vitamin C which can aid to keep the function of the liver at its optimal levels. This amazing fruit can help you to flush out the harmful toxins from your liver.

LEMON (CITRUS LIMON):

This citric fruit is abundant in Vitamin C. This antioxidant aids the liver to mass produce enzymes which are named glutathione. These enzymes can neutralize toxins and lemon can also aid the liver with detoxification.

GREEN TEA (CAMELLIA SINENSIS):

This herbal tea is rich with high – density catechins and it can enhance the liver function and fat infiltration in people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. This tea can help to block the amount of fat accumulated in the liver and it can magnify the liver function.

YASHTHIMADHU (GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA):

You can employ licorice as your natural treatment for curing liver problems such as nonalcoholic liver disease. Study reveals licorice root extract can help to reduce transaminase activities of enzymes which are named ALT (alanine aminotransferase) and AST (aspartate aminotransferase) in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. In addition, it can prevent liver damage due to toxins and heavy metals.

DANDELION (TARAXACUM OFFICINALE):

This natural cure acts as a potent liver tonic. That’s why it can be employed as the treatment for fatty liver disease. Also it can help to detoxify and metabolize fat which is stored in the liver and it can promote liver function.

HOW TO CURE BLURRY VISION BY PANCHAKARMA

What is Blurred vision?

Sometimes poor vision or blurred vision is a common problem, nothing to worry about. In some cases, due to changing the number of glasses, things are blurry or not clearly visible when viewed in the lens. In such a situation, after getting your eyes examined, new glasses should be made. If there is a problem like blurred vision for a long time, then it can be a risk of some serious disease. The first symptom of many diseases is lack of vision and blurred vision. In general, if a person has a weak, blurred vision, then the doctor allows the use of near vision lens glasses. Apart from this, the use of lenses is told based on the vision of the eyes. If you have blurred vision in your eyes and do not take any treatment, then your eyesight can be lost forever. In today’s article, let us tell you about what is blurred vision.

What are the causes of Blurred vision?

Blurred vision or lack of clear vision can be a risk of some kind of general problem or serious problem.

For example, wearing the wrong number of glasses for a long time has a bad effect on the eyes. Apart from this, there may be blurred vision in the eyes.

Many people may have blurred vision due to ageing, so one should go to the doctor.

In many cases, people suffering from migraine problems may have blurred vision.

Due to poor eyesight, a person can see near or far things blurry.

Those who have problems like dryness in their eyes may have blurred vision.

In many people, due to lack of sleep, there is blurring in the eyes for some time.

During pregnancy, due to hormonal changes in the body, there is an effect on the eyes and any object starts seeing differently.

If there is any kind of surgery in the eyes, then after putting the medicine, the vision is blurred for some time.

For serious reasons –

  • Having cataract
  • Having glaucoma
  • Eye infection.

What are the symptoms of Blurred vision?

The following symptoms of blurred vision can be seen.

  • For example, not being able to see straight.
  • Bleeding from the eye
  • Leaking from the eye
  • Redness of Eyes
  • Tears coming from the eyes.
  • Inability to see properly with the eyes.
  • Feeling pain in the eyes
  • Weakness of sight
  • Eyes become dry.
  • Itching in eyes
  • Trouble with light rays.
  • Blurred things to be seen in front of the eyes.

Diagnoses of Blurred Vision

If the person does not have eye disease, then blurring of the eyes can be a sign of other disease. The following tests can be done by a doctor to check for eye problems. First do a physical examination, in which you can ask about the problem related to the eyes in the family or the symptoms happening in the patient.

Apart from this, tests are done to know the cause of blurring.

  • Blood test.
  • Tonometry test.
  • Silt lamp test.
  • Refraction test.

What is the treatment for blurred vision?

Blurred vision can be treated depending on the cause-

If there is a problem of diabetes and the diabetes goes uncontrolled, then there is a blurred vision in the eyes. For this, sugar medicine should be consumed regularly so that the increased sugar can be reduced.

If there is more dryness in the eyes, then dryness in the eyes is removed with the help of Ayurveda medicines and Panchakarma procedures.

In severe cases, the dryness in the eyes can be removed with the help of the devices.

If a person has blurred vision due to lack of sleep, then the doctor gives some medicines, so that the moisture in the eyes remains.

To correct the problem of farsightedness or near vision in the eyes, the doctor makes glasses.

Those who have some problem in the eyes, and then they can contact the Ayurveda doctor and get treated as early as possible.

People may also see floating things in the eyes and this do not get better on their own, then the doctor treats them through laser surgery.

How to prevent Blurry vision?

The following measures can be adopted to prevent blurred vision.

  • Working in excessive or low light puts pressure on the eyes. Work in such light in which the eyes are completely relaxed.
  • When doing any kind of painting, put glasses on the eyes.
  • If you work continuously on the laptop, then you should look elsewhere for some time.
  • It is important to get your eyes checked regularly so that serious problems can be avoided.

PANCHAKARMA FOR BLURRY VISION

AKSHITARPANA

Akshitarpana is a Sanskrit word in which” Akshi” means eyes and “Tarpana” means nourishment.  This is a procedure for eye nourishment and refreshes the eyes. Akshitarpan (NetraTarpan) is the best therapy to improve eyesight and vision. In this procedure, medicated or plain unctuous substances like Ghrita poured over the eyeball for a specific period of time either a preventive or curative treatment with aimed providing nourishment and improving the efficiency of the eyes. In Ayurveda this procedure commonly called Kriyakalpa for eye diseases, Kriyakalpa means treatment.

Akshitarpan in Ayurveda has an eye care and rejuvenation treatment program. It is generally prescribed after the course of a body detoxifying program, therapeutic purification, and a course of Nasayam.

DURATION- 30 minutes

  • In this procedure, the eye is filled with medicated oil or ghee for a specific period of time and asked the patients to lie down comfortably.
  • Then make dough of black gram, a circular ring boundary is formed around the eye socket with the height of one and a half inch.
  • The lukewarm medicinal ghee or oil is poured slowly into the eyes, keeping the eyes closed during this process, the patient should be calm, stable and keep eyes open and close frequently so that the ghee can remain well in contact with the eyes.
  • This procedure is done in a few diseases of the eyes such as refractive error, blurry vision, xerophthalmia, and so on with various herbal medicines.
  • This treatment also enhances the beauty of the eyes.

BENEFITS

  • Balances Vata and pitta dosha,
  • Improves vision,
  • Removes dark circles,
  • Reappearance and re-energize tired, dry, fat, and injured eyes,
  • Give strength to the muscles and nerves of the eyes,
  • Giving relaxation to the eye strain due to continuous work on the computer watching television screen for a long time, due to the precision job like jewelry designing and long-distance drive.
  • Protects against the formation of cataracts.

INDICATIONS FOR TARPANA KARMA

  • When a patient sees the darkness in front of their eyes
  • Dryness of the eyes
  • The roughness of the eyes
  • Stiffness of eyelids
  • Falling of eyelashes
  • The dirtiness of the eyes
  • Deviated eyeball or squint
  • In extreme aggravation of the diseases of the eye
  • Injury or traumatic condition of the eye
  • Vata –pitta predominant diseases

VAGBHATTA has further added a list of diseases which is specifically selected for tarpan karma.

  • Kricchronmilana (difficulty in opening eyes),
  • Siraharsha (congestion of conjunctival blood vessel),
  • Sirotpata (episcleritis),
  • Tama (blackout),
  • Arjuna (sub-conjunctival hemorrhage),
  • Syanda (conjunctivitis),
  • Adhimantha (glaucoma).

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR TARPANA KARMA:

According to ACHARYA SUSHRUTA tarpana is not indicated:

  • On a cloudy day
  • Extreme hot or cold seasons
  • In conditions of worries and anxiety
  • In conditions of tiredness and giddiness of eyes
  • In complications of eyes
  • In the condition of acute pain, inflammation, redness, etc.

 Caution needed

  • Ghee should not be too hot. Due to this there is a possibility of blisters in the eyes.
  • One should not go to strong sunlight or wind immediately after Akshitarpan.
  • Ghee should be well filtered through a cotton cloth. If there is any disease in the eyes, then natural medicines like Triphala can also be put in ghee.

HOW TO CURE BLURRY VISION BY PANCHAKARMA

What is Blurred vision?

Sometimes poor vision or blurred vision is a common problem, nothing to worry about. In some cases, due to changing the number of glasses, things are blurry or not clearly visible when viewed in the lens. In such a situation, after getting your eyes examined, new glasses should be made. If there is a problem like blurred vision for a long time, then it can be a risk of some serious disease. The first symptom of many diseases is lack of vision and blurred vision. In general, if a person has a weak, blurred vision, then the doctor allows the use of near vision lens glasses. Apart from this, the use of lenses is told based on the vision of the eyes. If you have blurred vision in your eyes and do not take any treatment, then your eyesight can be lost forever. In today’s article, let us tell you about what is blurred vision.

What are the causes of Blurred vision?

Blurred vision or lack of clear vision can be a risk of some kind of general problem or serious problem.

For example, wearing the wrong number of glasses for a long time has a bad effect on the eyes. Apart from this, there may be blurred vision in the eyes.

Many people may have blurred vision due to ageing, so one should go to the doctor.

In many cases, people suffering from migraine problems may have blurred vision.

Due to poor eyesight, a person can see near or far things blurry.

Those who have problems like dryness in their eyes may have blurred vision.

In many people, due to lack of sleep, there is blurring in the eyes for some time.

During pregnancy, due to hormonal changes in the body, there is an effect on the eyes and any object starts seeing differently.

If there is any kind of surgery in the eyes, then after putting the medicine, the vision is blurred for some time.

For serious reasons –

  • Having cataract
  • Having glaucoma
  • Eye infection.

What are the symptoms of Blurred vision?

The following symptoms of blurred vision can be seen.

  • For example, not being able to see straight.
  • Bleeding from the eye
  • Leaking from the eye
  • Redness of Eyes
  • Tears coming from the eyes.
  • Inability to see properly with the eyes.
  • Feeling pain in the eyes
  • Weakness of sight
  • Eyes become dry.
  • Itching in eyes
  • Trouble with light rays.
  • Blurred things to be seen in front of the eyes.

Diagnoses of Blurred Vision

If the person does not have eye disease, then blurring of the eyes can be a sign of other disease. The following tests can be done by a doctor to check for eye problems. First do a physical examination, in which you can ask about the problem related to the eyes in the family or the symptoms happening in the patient.

Apart from this, tests are done to know the cause of blurring.

  • Blood test.
  • Tonometry test.
  • Silt lamp test.
  • Refraction test.

What is the treatment for blurred vision?

Blurred vision can be treated depending on the cause-

If there is a problem of diabetes and the diabetes goes uncontrolled, then there is a blurred vision in the eyes. For this, sugar medicine should be consumed regularly so that the increased sugar can be reduced.

If there is more dryness in the eyes, then dryness in the eyes is removed with the help of Ayurveda medicines and Panchakarma procedures.

In severe cases, the dryness in the eyes can be removed with the help of the devices.

If a person has blurred vision due to lack of sleep, then the doctor gives some medicines, so that the moisture in the eyes remains.

To correct the problem of farsightedness or near vision in the eyes, the doctor makes glasses.

Those who have some problem in the eyes, and then they can contact the Ayurveda doctor and get treated as early as possible.

People may also see floating things in the eyes and this do not get better on their own, then the doctor treats them through laser surgery.

How to prevent Blurry vision?

The following measures can be adopted to prevent blurred vision.

  • Working in excessive or low light puts pressure on the eyes. Work in such light in which the eyes are completely relaxed.
  • When doing any kind of painting, put glasses on the eyes.
  • If you work continuously on the laptop, then you should look elsewhere for some time.
  • It is important to get your eyes checked regularly so that serious problems can be avoided.

PANCHAKARMA FOR BLURRY VISION

AKSHITARPANA

Akshitarpana is a Sanskrit word in which” Akshi” means eyes and “Tarpana” means nourishment.  This is a procedure for eye nourishment and refreshes the eyes. Akshitarpan (NetraTarpan) is the best therapy to improve eyesight and vision. In this procedure, medicated or plain unctuous substances like Ghrita poured over the eyeball for a specific period of time either a preventive or curative treatment with aimed providing nourishment and improving the efficiency of the eyes. In Ayurveda this procedure commonly called Kriyakalpa for eye diseases, Kriyakalpa means treatment.

Akshitarpan in Ayurveda has an eye care and rejuvenation treatment program. It is generally prescribed after the course of a body detoxifying program, therapeutic purification, and a course of Nasayam.

DURATION- 30 minutes

  • In this procedure, the eye is filled with medicated oil or ghee for a specific period of time and asked the patients to lie down comfortably.
  • Then make dough of black gram, a circular ring boundary is formed around the eye socket with the height of one and a half inch.
  • The lukewarm medicinal ghee or oil is poured slowly into the eyes, keeping the eyes closed during this process, the patient should be calm, stable and keep eyes open and close frequently so that the ghee can remain well in contact with the eyes.
  • This procedure is done in a few diseases of the eyes such as refractive error, blurry vision, xerophthalmia, and so on with various herbal medicines.
  • This treatment also enhances the beauty of the eyes.

BENEFITS

  • Balances Vata and pitta dosha,
  • Improves vision,
  • Removes dark circles,
  • Reappearance and re-energize tired, dry, fat, and injured eyes,
  • Give strength to the muscles and nerves of the eyes,
  • Giving relaxation to the eye strain due to continuous work on the computer watching television screen for a long time, due to the precision job like jewelry designing and long-distance drive.
  • Protects against the formation of cataracts.

INDICATIONS FOR TARPANA KARMA

  • When a patient sees the darkness in front of their eyes
  • Dryness of the eyes
  • The roughness of the eyes
  • Stiffness of eyelids
  • Falling of eyelashes
  • The dirtiness of the eyes
  • Deviated eyeball or squint
  • In extreme aggravation of the diseases of the eye
  • Injury or traumatic condition of the eye
  • Vata –pitta predominant diseases

VAGBHATTA has further added a list of diseases which is specifically selected for tarpan karma.

  • Kricchronmilana (difficulty in opening eyes),
  • Siraharsha (congestion of conjunctival blood vessel),
  • Sirotpata (episcleritis),
  • Tama (blackout),
  • Arjuna (sub-conjunctival hemorrhage),
  • Syanda (conjunctivitis),
  • Adhimantha (glaucoma).

CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR TARPANA KARMA:

According to ACHARYA SUSHRUTA tarpana is not indicated:

  • On a cloudy day
  • Extreme hot or cold seasons
  • In conditions of worries and anxiety
  • In conditions of tiredness and giddiness of eyes
  • In complications of eyes
  • In the condition of acute pain, inflammation, redness, etc.

 Caution needed

  • Ghee should not be too hot. Due to this there is a possibility of blisters in the eyes.
  • One should not go to strong sunlight or wind immediately after Akshitarpan.
  • Ghee should be well filtered through a cotton cloth. If there is any disease in the eyes, then natural medicines like Triphala can also be put in ghee.
hydrocele

HYDROCELE AYURVEDIC TREATMENT

A Hydrocele is a condition characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the sac formed around the testicles. This fluid collection is generally results from an inflammation or injury in the testicles (scrotum).

In Ayurveda science, hydrocele is considered as “Mutravridhi” (Swelling in sac). The cause of “Mutravridhi” is collection of fluid in the sac due to vitiation of vata dosha and rakta dhatu, which in turn can be due to internal derangement or external aghata (injury/trauma).

 What causes hydrocele?

  Cause In Newborn

  • A hydrocele can develop before birth. Generally, the testicles get off from the developing baby’s abdominal cavity into the scrotal sac. A sac accompanies each testicle, allowing fluid to surround the testicles. Typically, each sac closes and the fluid is absorbed.
  • Sometimes, the fluid remains after the sac closes. The fluid is usually absorbed slowly within the first year of life. But sometimes, the sac remains open (communicating hydrocele). If the scrotum is compressed, fluid can flow back into the abdomen. Communicating hydroceles are usually associated with inguinal hernia.

Cause In Older Males

  • A hydrocele can develop because of injury or inflammation within the testicles. Inflammation might be due to an infection in the scrotum or in the small, coiled tube at the back of each testicular.

Symptoms Of Hydrocele

Typically hydrocele is a painless condition. The One and only symptom to be noticed is inflamed testicles or painless swelling in scrotum. Older males can get a sensation of heaviness in the scrotum while doing their routine work. In certain conditions, swelling can be more in the morning as comparison in the evening

  • History taking
  • Diagnosis through signs and symptoms
  • Physical examinations
  • Ultrasound scanning

COMPLICATIONS OF HYDROCELE

  • Spreading of the infection to other sites
  • Hydrocele associated with inguinal hernia and tumour leads to complications.

Ayurveda Treatment Principles For Hydrocele

As per Ayurveda, vata dosha is dominant in hydrocele development, which is especially allied with kapha  dosha.  The placement of hydrocele is in VATA regions, but fluid collections informed the KAPHA. Therefore, the treatment soothes both Vat and Kapha dosha is required in such cases.

Ayurvedic Treatment for Hydrocele

According to Ayurvedic treatment for hydrocele, it is the application of herbs with medicinal properties to get rid of symptoms of hydrocele and prevent the problem from getting complicated into infections, hernia and tumors. 

List Of Single Ayurvedic Herbs That Are Beneficial To Treat Hydrocele-

  • Eranda- Ricinus Communis
  • Surabhi Jala (Go Mutra)
  • Shigru Phala (Drumstick)
  • Patolam (Pointed Gourd)
  • Punarnava (Boerhavia Diffusa)
  • Gokshura (Tribulus Terrestris)
  • Tambula (Betel Leaves)
  • Agnimantha (Premna Integrifolia)
  • Varun (Crataeva Nurvala)
  • Haritaki (Terminali Chebula)
  • Lahsuna (Allium Sativum)
  • Carrot (Daucus Carota)
  • Priyangu Callicarpa Macrophylla 
  • Honey

  Swedana Karma (Sudation Therapy)

People searching for hydrocele management in Ayurveda can opt for Swedana. Also famed steaming, sudation, sweating treatment, fomentation should be taken with a decoction prepared from Shirovirechana dravyas. This is an herb that is employed for nasal congestion and head cleansing. Make sure the testicles are bandaged with a sterile cloth.

Vedhana Karma

Vrihimukha Shastra is another ayurvedic remedy for hydrocele (mutravridhi). It is simply the puncturing of the hydrocele using an apparatus identical to the cannula and trocar. This procedure drains out the fluid accumulated in the scrotum hereby, relieving symptoms of hydrocele. After the draining process, the scrotum should be bandaged and changed at regular intervals to fend off infections. Followed by the bandaging, the recommended wound healing medicines should be taken.

 Classical Formulations For Hydrocele

 Narayana Tailam:

  • Narayana tailm can be employed in the form of internal (oral consumption) or massage or enema.
  • This medicated oil helps to alliavates the inguinal-scrotal swelling.

Vachadi Kalka

  • Vachadi Kalka is a herbal paste prepared from Ayurveda herbs Vacha and sarshapa (mustard seeds) that is employed over the scrotum or any type of swelling over the scrotum.
  • This paste reduces swelling around scrotum.

Shigru-Sarshapa Kalka

  • A herbal paste prepared from mustard seeds, drumstick can also alleviate the swelling in hydrocele.

Ardraka Swarasa

  • Drinking a blend of ginger juice with honey can also endowed relief from the symptoms of hydrocele.

Haritaki Yoga

  • To treat hydrocele, take out the seeds of haritaki fruit.
  • After that cook Haritaki fruit in castor oil and grate it into a pulp.
  • Mix the pulp with rock salt and consume it on an empty stomach.

Haritakyadi Yoga

  • Prepare an herbal paste by mixing equal parts of long pepper, Haritaki, and sandhava lavana (rock salt). Take this in size of small pea-sized globules.

Devadarvadi Kashayam

  • Make a decoction using herbal drugs such as Devadaru and Daruharidra to get rid of the symptoms of hydrocele.

DIET AND LIFESTYLE CHANGES

Some diet (Aahar) and lifestyle changes (Vihar) are also recommends managing the hydrocele. These include:

  • Diet Recommendations (Aahar) 
  • Consume food items that are easy to digest should be consumed
  • foods that lead to indigestion or stomach problems should be avoided
  • limit excessive salt intake and astringent foods
  • avoid alcohol and smoking

 Lifestyle Changes (Vihar)

  • Reduces Stress level
  • Avoid excessive exercise
  • Avoid unprotected and excessive sex
  • Avoid suppression of urges (vegavidharan)

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water-borne-diseases

Water Borne Diseases

Waterborne diseases are a major challenge to the world population, especially in developing countries.

The World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF estimate that water borne diseases are responsible for 80% of all diseases and one-third of all deaths in developing countries. In India alone, more than 3000 people die every day due to diseases caused by contaminated water. In a separate report, WHO estimates that 88% of all waterborne diseases are caused by poor sanitation, hygiene and an unsafe water supply.

Causes of Waterborne diseases:

There are two main causes of waterborne diseases:

  • Hazardous levels of chemicals, nitrates or heavy metals in water supplies due to pollution such as industrial pollution or overuse of agricultural chemicals.
  • Dirt and Infection – Bacteria, viruses and parasitic organisms invisibly contaminate water and cause disease. Mostly this infection occurs through water coming in contact with animal and human waste. A single gram of faeces can contain up to 100 billion microbes.

Symptoms of Waterborne Diseases:

Waterborne diseases are many and varied, such as diarrhea and cholera and polio and meningitis. These can be incredibly serious, life-changing, and even life-threatening for those who are infected, but there are steps you can take to protect yourself from waterborne diseases and illnesses.

The associated symptoms and problems with water borne diseases are-

  • Diarrhea and gastroenteritis
  • Abdominal pain and cramps
  • Typhoid fever
  • Dysentery
  • Cholera
  • Meningitis
  • Guinea-worm disease
  • Hepatitis etc.

Myth and truth

Waterborne diseases only occur in developing countries?

Waterborne diseases can occur anywhere, but they may be more prevalent in rural areas due to lack of infrastructure to provide clean, safe water, drainage and sanitation.

Do waterborne diseases affect only vulnerable communities?

It is a myth, waterborne illness can affect anyone, although the effect depends on the disease it causes, it can have a more severe effect on young people, children, the elderly and people living in critical condition.

AYURVEDA REMEDIES FOR WATERBORNE DISEASES

Add on these things in your daily diet, you will be able to protect yourself from the water borne diseases and seasonal infections.

  1. Tulsi or Holy Basil
  • The use of basil does not allow water-borne diseases to dominate the body.
  • Tulsi contains iron, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties and anti-bacterial properties.
  • All these work to keep the body healthy.
  • Keep stomach healthy and prevent infection.
  • People who use Tulsi regularly, their stomach is generally fine. Just avoid the consumption of Tulsi in the month of May-June because Tulsi has a hot tendency in effect.
  1. Garlic is like nectar
  • You must have also heard an old saying about garlic, it is said that if there was more medicinal element in garlic, then garlic would have become nectar.
  • Consume garlic in these ways- If you use garlic regularly and in limited quantities in lentils, vegetables and chutneys, then the germs that spread the infection are not able to have a negative effect on your digestive system.
  • Garlic works to increase the immunity of the body.
  1. Eating raw tomato is beneficial
  • Tomato vegetable is not as beneficial for health in summer and rainy season as it gets in winter.
  • But eating raw tomato in the form of salad is beneficial in every season.
  • Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants.
  • It is helpful in increasing hemoglobin in the body, purifying the blood and protecting it from infectious diseases.
  • Therefore, you must consume tomatoes in the form of salad and juice in monsoon.
  1. Gourd juice
  • Gourd juice works to increase the immunity of the body and correct the digestive system.
  • If you consume bottle gourd juice in the morning 3 to 4 times in a week then you will get immense benefits.
  • Keep in mind that such juices are not consumed in large quantities at a time.
  • Bottle gourd juice prevents diarrhea, loose motion, indigestion, etc. Mix black salt in bottle gourd juice and consume it. This enhances its taste and properties.
  1. Mint is very beneficial
  • Mint is one of the few herbs that have antifungal and antibacterial properties as well as some amount of Vitamin-D.
  • By using mint in lentils, chutneys, salads, etc., you can avoid diseases caused by infected water.
  • How to take Peppermint Extract- If you want, you can also consume mint juice.
  • To prepare it, you add one teaspoon of mint extract and the same amount of honey to 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
  • Mix all these in half a glass of water and drink it sip by sip. Doing this regularly helps in keeping the digestive system right.

Prevention tips

  • Make sure the water is clear in appearance and free of any silt or sand. The water can be filtered to remove any visible dirt.
  • Always drink clean and safe water. Use either clean potable water or clean water that has been sterilized using water purifiers to kill any harmful bacteria present. Do not drink untreated water.
  • Make sure any water stored is clean and germ free container for later use.
  • If the water is stored for bathing, add some Dettol antiseptic liquid as directed in the bath water to kill harmful bacteria.
  • Practice excellent hand hygiene such as washing hands thoroughly with soap after using the toilet, before preparing food, and before eating.
  • Make sure all food is washed, cleaned and thoroughly cooked to kill harmful bacteria and other harmful germs.
  • Get immunized to protect yourself from vaccine-preventable diseases.