Ayurved Remedies
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
Ayurvedic Pathophysiology:
BPH is viewed as an imbalance of the vata and pitta doshas, leading to enlargement of the prostate gland.
Ayurvedic Diet and Dinacharya:
Incorporate foods rich in zinc and antioxidants, such as pumpkin seeds and green leafy vegetables.
Limit the consumption of spicy and fried foods.
Practice pelvic floor exercises and maintain regular physical activity.
Kitchen Herbs:
Gokshura, Varuna, Punarnava
Panchakarma:
Basti (Enema), Shirodhara (Oil pouring on the forehead)
Yoga:
Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose), Ashwini Mudra (Horse Gesture)
Bloating
Ayurvedic Pathophysiology:
Bloating is attributed to an imbalance in the vata dosha and impaired digestion, leading to the accumulation of gas in the digestive tract.
Ayurvedic Diet and Dinacharya:
Favor easily digestible and warm foods such as cooked vegetables, soups, and herbal teas.
Minimize the consumption of gas-producing foods such as beans, cabbage, and carbonated beverages.
Practice mindful eating, chewing food thoroughly, and avoiding overeating.
Kitchen Herbs:
Ginger, Cumin, Ajwain
Panchakarma:
Abdominal massage, Udvartana (Dry herbal powder massage)
Yoga:
Pavanamuktasana (Wind-Relieving Pose), Vajrasana (Thunderbolt Pose)
Bronchitis
Ayurvedic Pathophysiology:
Bronchitis is characterized by an imbalance of the kapha and vata doshas, leading to inflammation and congestion in the bronchial tubes.
Ayurvedic Diet and Dinacharya:
Avoid cold, oily, and heavy foods, as well as dairy products.
Favor warm, light, and easily digestible meals.
Stay hydrated and drink warm herbal teas, such as ginger or tulsi tea.
Kitchen Herbs:
Tulsi (Holy Basil), Yashtimadhu (Licorice), Pippali (Long Pepper)
Panchakarma:
Vamana (Therapeutic vomiting), Nasya (Nasal administration of medicated oils)
Yoga:
Bhastrika Pranayama (Bellows Breath), Matsyasana (Fish Pose)
