ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE AND ITS AYURVEDIC TREATMENT

INTRODUCTION

Ischemic heart disease occurs when blood flow to the heart decreases leading to reduced oxygen supply to the heart muscle. It occurs because of partial or complete blockage of the arteries of heart. The arteries of heart are known as coronary arteries. These arteries supply blood to the heart only. When any one of the coronary arteries get blocked, it can lead to heart attack. The blockage occurs because of plaque formation along the walls of arteries. This leads to narrowing of arteries and thus reduced blood flow to the concerned part.

There are several medications which help in increasing blood flow to the heart. Angioplasty or bypass surgery are the surgical procedures which are recommended at the last stage. However, nutritious food and healthy lifestyle can be very helpful in its management and prevention.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE?

Ischemic heart disease develops gradually overtime. It occurs because of the deposition of cholesterol along the walls of arteries. The deposited material forms plaque which consists of cholesterol, fatty acids, calcium, etc. They lead to narrowing of the lumen of coronary arteries and sometimes when get broken down, leads to blockage.

Following are the various causes of ischemic heart disease:

• Atherosclerosis of arteries
• Temporary tightening of muscles in the walls of coronary arteries
• Blood clot

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE?

Following are the factors which increase the risk of a person developing ischemic heart disease:

• High blood pressure
• Increased blood sugar levels
• Cigarette smoking
• Tobacco chewing
• Obesity
• Increased cholesterol levels in blood
• Increased levels of triglycerides
• Lack of physical activity
• Cold temperature
• Drug abuse
• Emotional stress
• Overeating

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE?

Following are the common signs and symptoms of ischemic heart disease:

• Pain in chest
• Tightness in chest
• Burning sensation
• Numbness
• Feeling of fullness
• Pain in shoulder or jaw
• Increased heart beat
• Shortness of breath
• Feeling tired
• Nausea and vomiting
• Excessive sweating

HOW ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE CAN BE PREVENTED?

Ischemic heart disease can be prevented by taking some of the following steps:

• Eating a well-balanced diet such as fruits and vegetables
• Doing regular exercise
• Maintaining optimum weight
• Yoga and meditation
• Stress management

HOW THE DIAGNOSIS OF ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE CAN BE DONE?

The doctor will do a proper physical examination of the patient. He will ask about the signs and symptoms of the disease to the patient. He will ask about the family history of the patient. He will recommend some of the following tests to the patient:

• Blood tests
• ECG
• Exercise stress test
• Doppler ultrasound
• Angiogram
• Cardiac catheterization
• Coronary calcium scan
• PET scan

MANAGEMENT OF ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE WITH THE MEDICATIONS OF CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh Ayurved centre which are used for the treatment of ischemic heart disease:

1. Active Plus Tablet

CAC 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.

2. Heart Up Tablet

Heart Up Tablet is a unique formulation and is very effective in the treatment of heart diseases and related symptoms. It acts as a cardioprotective and anti-arrhythmic medicine providing strength to the heart muscles and maintains heart rate. This medicine is very useful in relieving pain and maintains blood optimum viscosity.

Recommended dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

3. Noni Capsule

Noni capsule contain standardized extract of herb Noni (Morinda citrifolia) that is good for overall health of heart. These capsule deals with the blocked arteries of the heart. The formation of plaque is overcome with the use of these herbal capsules.

Recommended dosage: Take 1 capsule twice daily with normal water.

4. Nerve up tablet

CAC Nerve up tablet is a herbo-mineral tablet and is purely ayurvedic formulation.  CAC Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata doshas. It reduces kapha dosha, and acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet,  praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. These contains natural vatahar properties and helps in curing vata diseases.

Recommended dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

5. Kapha Balance tablet

CAC Kapha tablet is a healthy blend of herbs formulated to balance Kapha doshas without aggravating Pitta and Vata doshas. It can also be used to alleviate any temporary Kapha imbalance. It is very effective in Kapha season that is late winter and spring. It consists of warming and astringent herbs that help to balance the system throughout the cold season. The main use of Kapha tablets is to remove excess Kapha doshas from the system and helps in the management of weight, healthy lungs, and the immune system.

Recommended dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.