Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetes mellitus is a medical condition in which the body is unable to produce sufficient amount of insulin to enable a normal glucose uptake by the body cells, thereby resulting in increased blood sugar levels.Type1 diabetic patients produce significantly less amounts of insulin while type 2 diabetic patients cannot cope up due to increased weight and metabolic dysfunction.  Because of this, type 1 diabetic patients usually required insulin injections while type 2 diabetic patients can control their blood sugar with a combination of diet, weight management, exercise, and medications.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for diabetes mellitus involves the proper use of Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a specific action on the glucose metabolism of the body and which help the insulin-secreting pancreas to discharge its functions in a normal manner.  Treatment needs to be tailor-made according to  the requirements of each individual patient, and may also depend upon the type of diabetes mellitus.  Type 2 diabetic patients usually require medicines both to lower blood sugar, increase insulin secretion as well as reduce body fat and overall body weight.  Type 1 diabetic patients require medicines which specifically act on the pancreas and stimulate it to secrete increased quantities of insulin so as to suit the body requirements.

Diabetes mellitus is a chronic medical condition and usually requires lifelong adjustments, so as to minimize symptoms, and carry on a near normal life with the minimum required medications.  Discipline, patience, and strict control of day to day activities as well as lifestyle is a must in the successful management of diabetes mellitus.  Diet regulation, regulated physical activity, and weight control are very important in order to successfully regulated blood sugar, and minimize the chances for long-term complications resulting from diabetes mellitus.  The proper use of Ayurvedic herbal medicines can significantly alter the overall prognosis of diabetes mellitus.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com and http://www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Chronic Depression

Chronic depression, as the name suggests, is mild to moderate depression which persists for long durations, sometimes for years together.  The symptoms of chronic depression may not be very intense, but include persistent feelings of sadness, helplessness, hopelessness, lack of sleep, appetite and energy, a lack of interest and concentration in day-to-day activities, persistent physical complaints, and occasionally, thoughts of death or suicide.  A disorder of the neurotransmitters in the brain, stress, chronic illnesses, the need for long-term medication, and maladjustments in work or relationships may contribute to chronic depression.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for chronic depression is aimed at treating the known cause of the condition, as well as giving medicines to strengthen the nerve cells and the neurotransmitters in the brain, as well as giving medicines to increase the confidence and vitality of the affected individual.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a specific action on the brain are used in high doses for prolonged periods, in order to treat the dysfunction and any possible disorder in the brain.  Ayurvedic mood stabilizing medicines are also used along with the above-mentioned medicines, in order to uplift the mood of the affected individual, and reduce feelings of sadness, helplessness and hopelessness.

Ayurvedic medicines are also used to normalize and regulate the functions of the entire body so that the affected individual feels fresh and energetic, and is able to carry on day-to-day activities in a near normal manner.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines are also given to increase the confidence of the affected individual so as to treat the chronic depression, reduce feelings of helplessness and suicidal tendencies and help in adjustments to working or personal relationships.

Most individuals affected with chronic depression, depending upon the severity of the condition, require Ayurvedic herbal treatment for periods ranging from two to six months, in order to get complete relief from this condition.  Ayurvedic herbal treatment can significantly alter the life of individuals affected with chronic depression, and can bring about a dramatic change in the quality of life of such people.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com and http://www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Bell's Palsy

Bell's palsy is a medical condition in which the affected individual gets paralyzed on one side of the face and may also have a dysfunction of the sense of taste, salivation, and tear formation.  Bell's palsy usually occurs due to damage to the facial nerve.  Usually, this condition resolves spontaneously within a few weeks to a few months; however, a few affected individuals may have permanent residual facial weakness.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for Bell's palsy is aimed at treating the damage to the facial nerve as well as treating any other known causes for the condition, including damage to the circulation in the brain.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a direct action on the facial nerve are used in high doses for a few weeks, to bring about an early a remission of this condition.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which are useful in this condition usually have different modes of action which include directly strengthening the nerve cells and the communication between the nerve cells, as well as normalizing the microcirculation to the nerve.

The main treatment for Bell's palsy is by oral medication; however, this treatment can be supplemented by localized therapy in the form of application of medicated oils on the affected part of the face followed by medicated steam fomentation.  This brings about earlier results and reduces the treatment time.  Most individuals affected with Bell's palsy require treatment for about 4 to 12 weeks in order to get a complete remission from the condition.  It is also important to treat other contributing causes such as high blood pressure, diabetes and atherosclerosis.  An individual who does not respond adequately to treatment may require more investigations in order to correctly diagnose the medical condition and any hidden causes for it.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment can thus be judiciously utilised in the management and treatment of Bell's palsy.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Sickle Cell Anemia

Sickle cell anemia is an inherited medical condition which is caused by inherited abnormal haemoglobin which produces sickle shaped red blood cells.  These sickle shaped cells are fragile and prone to rupture due to situations such as injury, dehydration, and anesthesia.  The hemolysis of these abnormal red blood cells causes sickle cell anemia and the blocking of the circulation due to these abnormal cells after rupture creates symptoms in different parts of the body including severe anemia, migratory pain crises, joint pain and swelling, bacterial infection, liver and spleen congestion, lung and heart injury, leg ulceration, aseptic necrosis and damage to the bones, and damage to important organs of the body like the eye, brain, kidney and the nervous system.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for sickle cell anemia is aimed at treating the root cause of the disease as well as treating the presenting symptoms of the condition.  Herbal medicines are given to treat anemia, joint pains and infections as well as to resolve the block in the microcirculation to important organs like the eye brain, kidney and nervous system.  Medicines which act on the liver and spleen are given in order to treat congestion of these organs.  Herbal medicines are also given to remove the ruptured and abnormal sickle shaped red blood cells either through the gastrointestinal system or through the kidneys.

In addition, Ayurvedic herbal medicines are given which act on the bone marrow, the blood tissue, as well as the liver and spleen so that medicines act on the DNA and genetic matter of the red blood cells and gradually alter and correct the dysfunctional status of red blood cell production in the bone marrow.  This helps to gradually correct the dysfunctional sickle cell production, so that repeated episodes of sickle cell anemia can be reduced or stopped altogether.  Treatment needs to be given regularly for about six to nine months, in order to bring about significant improvement in the condition.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant role to play in the management and treatment of sickle cell anemia.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Hemolytic Anemia

Hemolytic anemia is a condition in which there is an excess and major destruction of red blood cells because of which the bone marrow production gets decompensated, leading to anemia, breathlessness, leg ulcers or even angina and heart failure.  Hemolytic anemia can result from hereditary and acquired disorders and usually result from reactions to drugs, chemicals, and some offending food products.  The modern management of this condition includes blood transfusions for severe acute anemia, conservative management with folic acid, steroids, immunoglobin therapy and rarely, surgical splenectomy.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for hemolytic anemia is aimed at treating the known causes for the condition, so that excess destruction of red blood cells is controlled or stopped altogether, and the bone marrow is simulated to produce sufficient number of red blood cells.  The complications of hemolytic anemia also need to be treated in order to prevent emergency situations like angina, heart attack, or thrombosis and ulceration in the extremities.  Individuals with inherited disorders which leads to excess hemolysis of red blood cells in certain situations need to be treated accordingly with Ayurvedic herbal medicines, which act on the bone marrow, the liver, the spleen, and the circulatory system so that the existing red blood cells remain more stable, and hemolytic anemia can be prevented or significantly reduced.  Any existing bacterial or viral infections need to be treated aggressively in order to prevent a secondary hemolysis from the infection.

Depending upon the severity of the condition and the known causes for hemolytic anemia, Ayurvedic herbal treatment needs to be given for periods ranging from six to nine months in order to bring about a significant improvement in the condition, so that there is a remission from the disease.  Further treatment may be required in order to prevent recurrence of the condition, and known aggravating factors should be strictly avoided.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant role to play in the management and treatment of hemolytic anemia.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Dementia

Dementia is a medical condition in which there is a gradual decline in cognitive functions which include reasoning, memory and other mental abilities.  Dementia gradually impairs day-to-day activities such as household work, driving, and personal care such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.  This condition affects about 1% of the elderly population and is different from age-related memory loss in which an individual may forget small details but will still be able to learn new things and is generally overall self-dependent.  Dementia can be of two types: irreversible which includes causes such as brain damage resulting from Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia and Parkinson's disease; the reversible type of dementia includes causes such as head injury, infections, CSF fluid accumulation, tumours, metabolic and hormonal disorders, drug reactions, toxic exposure, and poor oxygen supply.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment for dementia involves the use of Ayurvedic herbal medicines which act on the brain, strengthen the brain cells, improve neurotransmission between the brain synapses, and gradually help reverse the process of degeneration in the brain.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which act on the central nervous system are used in high doses for prolonged periods, in order to treat dementia.  Treatment is also given to correct any known causes for the condition, such as inflammation, infection, pressure due to tumour or excess fluid, the development of toxicity due to drugs or chemicals, as well as the correction of metabolic and hormonal disorders.  Treatment of atherosclerosis and a gradually diminishing supply of oxygen to the brain is an important aspect of treatment especially in the elderly, and more so in individuals with known cardiovascular disease.

It is important that a correct diagnosis of dementia be made at the earliest, This helps in commencing early treatment and in halting the degeneration of the brain cells.  Depending upon the severity of the condition, individuals affected with dementia may require Ayurvedic herbal treatment for periods ranging from 6 to 15 months.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at https://www.mundewadiayurvedicclinic.com and http://www.ayurvedaphysician.com

Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Dyslexia

Dyslexia is the most common form of learning disability in children and can cause a dysfunction in the child's ability to read, write, spell, or speak.  Dyslexia is not caused by vision or hearing problems or as a result of brain damage, impaired intelligence, or mental retardation.  This medical condition results more from impairment in the brain’s ability to translate images received from the eyes or ears into understandable language.

The modern management of dyslexia includes an accurate diagnosis, a specification of the actual learning disability of the affected child, and organized teamwork in order to help create optimum learning conditions and practical avenues for optimum academic performance of the child. Ayurvedic herbal treatment can be added as supportive treatment in the management of dyslexia.  Ayurvedic herbal medicines which have a specific action on the central nervous system are used in high doses and for prolonged periods in children affected with dyslexia.  The advantage of using these medicines is that these medicines have a specific action on the brain cells as well as on the neurotransmitters connecting the brain cell synapses, and are safe for long-term use even in children.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment needs to be given for about six to twelve months in order to bring about a significant improvement in the ability of the dyslexia child to read, write, spell words or speak correctly.  Ayurvedic treatment is also given to correct all the tissues of the body as well as metabolic and physiological function of the different systems.  This combined treatment helps to bring about an optimum functioning of the brain so that the disability of the child is significantly reduced or corrected.  The response to treatment varies considerably between different individuals, and therefore the overall management and the treatment package needs to be tailor-made in order to suit individual requirements.

Ayurvedic herbal treatment thus has a significant role to play in the management and treatment of dyslexia.

The writer, Dr. A. A. Mundewadi, is available as an online Ayurvedic Consultant at www.ayurvedaphysician.com