ANEMIA AND ITS AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT

Anemia is a blood disorder in which blood has reduced ability to carry oxygen due to less number of red blood cells or a reduction in amount of hemoglobin.

CAUSES OF ANAEMIA:

• Iron deficiency anemi.
• Deficiency of Vitamin B12.
• Folate deficiency.
• Chronic diseases such as cancer, rheumatoid arthritis.
• Sudden heavy blood loss.
• Lead poisoning.
• Renal failure.
• Multiple myeloma.

SYMPTOMS OF ANEMIA:

• Weakness
• Pale or yellowish skin .
• Irregular heartbeats .
• Shortness of breath.
• Cold hands and feet .
• Irregular heartbeat.
• Loss of appetite.
• Mouth ulcers.
• Muscle weakness .

TYPES OF ANEMIA:

1. Aplastic anemia: It is a condition occurs when your bone marrow cannot make new blood cells in sufficient number.
2. Iron deficiency anemia: It is caused by lack of iron. Where there are too few red cells in the body due to shortage of iron .
3. Sickle cell anemia: It is a form of inherited disorder in which RBC changes its shape and turning round flexible discs into stiff and sticky sickle cells that blocks blood flow .
4. Thalassemia: It is a genetic condition in which the production of haemoglobin is affected .
5. Vitamin deficiency anemia: It is a lack of healthy red blood cells caused by lower amount of vitamin B12 and folate .

RISK FACTORS OF  ANEMIA:

• Pre mature baby.
• Heavy menstrual cycle .
• Taking diet low in vitamin, minerals and iron.
• Family history .
• Chronic illness such as diabetes, kidney disease , heart failure .

PREVENTION OF ANEMIA:

• Taking a balanced diet .
• Drinking more water .
• Avoid exposure to chemicals .
• Proper washing of hands to avoid infection.

AYURVEDIC APPROACH OF ANEMIA:

In Ayurveda  it is compared with pandu . The pathology of anemia finds its roots in the imbalance og agni the digestive fire leads to the formation of ama .the vitiation of vata dosha caused disruption of pitta dosha .vataja ,pittaja ,kaphaja ,tridoshaja ,mrittikajanya pandu  are the types of pandu roga.

CAUSATIVE FACTORS OF PANDU ROGA :

1. Excessive consumption of salt or sour things
2. Incompatible foods
3. Sleep during day time
4. Min affected by fear,panic,anger,grief.
5. Excessive physical exercise or excessive indulgence in sex .

SIGNS OF BAD PROGNOSIS OF PANDU:

• Chronic pandu.
• Swelling all over the body.
• Constipation
• Stool with phlegm.
• Less faeces

FOOD GOOD FOR ANEMIA:

• Red meat, pork.
• Seafood
• Dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach.
• Raisin
• Apricot
• Pomegranate
• Beans

FOODS TO BE AVOID IN ANEMIA

• Tea and coffee
• Milk and some diary products.
• Food that contain tannins such as corn.
• Brown rice .

SINGLE DRUGS IN ANEMIA:

• Amalaki ( Emblica officinalis)
• Draksha
• Guduchi
• Raisin
• Musta

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF ANEMIA:

1. Detox Premium Powder

These herbal sachets are prepared from ingredients such as Shankh bhasma, Sutshekhar ras, Parvalpishti, Shukta, Giloy, Kamdudha ras, Shvetparpati that gives calming effect on the stomach.

Shankh bhasma: This ayurvedic bhasma is prepared from conch shell. The bhasma shows antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antacid, digestive stimulant properties. The problems like indigestion, heartburn, acid reflux, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, etc are easily treated with it.

Sutshekhar ras: It is an ayurvedic preparation that maintains pitta dosha in the body. This ras provides effective results in abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea, fever, headache, epigastric tenderness, etc.

Parval pishti: This pishti is prepared from coral calcium processed in rose water. It provides effective results in acidity, burning sensation, headache, etc.

Shukta pishti: This pishti balances the pitta dosha in the body and removes all toxins from the body.

Giloy satv: Giloy satv possesses antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, carminative, immunomodulator, etc properties. It eliminates the ama from body hence provide good results in acidity problem.

Kamdudha ras: This ras reduces heat, burning sensation, epigastrium tenderness, irritability, heartburn, and acidity.

Shwet parpati: It is also effective in acidity.

Recommended Dosage: Take one sachet twice daily.

2. Platfer Tablet:

Platfer Tablet Boosts platelet count and reverse the thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) associated with dengue. It decreases the peripheral platelet destruction and strengthens the host immune system. Platfer tablets also helps reduce fever (antipyretic property) and protect the liver (hepatoprotective property). This herbal combination is prepared from herbs like Papaya (Carica papaya) and Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) which increases the platelet counts naturally. It provides good and effective results for patients. It increases the physical and mental strength of a person and builds up immunity.

Recommended Dosage: Take one tablet twice daily.

3. Power Blood Syrup:

Power Blood Syrup is 100% natural & safe prepared from various extracts of herbs. The herbs used for formulation of this syrup shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and immuno-modulator properties. It is best known for purifying the blood. It helps in eliminating the toxins from blood that cause acne and blemishes. It’s a perfect herbal remedy for skin diseases like acne vulgaris, boils, skin rashes, blemishes, urticaria, and nose bleeding.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 Teaspoon twice daily.

4. Noni capsules

These are herbo mineral and purely ayurvedic formulation. Noni is a fruit found mainly in South India which contains many health benefits. Noni fruit is known for its high level of antioxidants like beta carotene, vitamin E, vitamin C and various other minerals which help to Strengthen the immune system. People suffering from Respiratory problems may benefit from this. Noni Capsules promotes immunity, Arthritis relief, circulation of blood, energy and digestive health. It contains standard extract of Morinda Citrifo. Noni capsules have anti inflamatory properties that help reduce inflammation of the body.

Recommended Dosage: Take one capsule twice daily.

5. Kutki Capsules:

Kutki is an amazing herb of Ayurveda. Kutki means bitter. It has a cooling action, used to treat bleeding disorders like nasal bleeds, menstrual problems, etc. Also known as Bedhniya herb due to its piercing nature. CAC Kutki capsules are a pure herbal extract of Kutki herb whose main function is to balance Vata and pitta doshas. It helps in the removal of harmful toxins from the body. Kutki capsules of CAC show great results in the case of liver diseases, purify the blood, and treats respiratory disorders. It maintains the overall digestive system and useful in various diseases like abdominal distension, ascites, constipation, etc. it has anti-inflammatory properties, also reduces the stiffness of joints.

Recommended Dosage: Take one capsule twice daily.