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• Although estrogen hormone is found in both men and women, it is very much present in women and it affects the fertility of women. You can also understand about this hormone that it is not only necessary to increase sex power but is also responsible for the difference between women and men. Due to estrogen, extra fat comes in the hips, breast and Thai in women, that is, changes in the body are due to this hormone. Due to this hormone, women have less hair on their face and their skin is softer than men. Estrogen also plays an important role in keeping women’s reproductive organs active regularly.
• Yes, estrogen is important for reproduction and sexual development in women, so it is called the female sex hormone. Estrogen plays a key role in the physical changes of women, hence it is also called female growth hormone. Estrogen is not only an essential hormone in women, but it affects their entire existence. Therefore, it is very important to have the right amount in women. Today we are telling you about some such foods, by taking which you can increase the sex hormone estrogen.
  

EFFECTS OF ESTROGEN DEFICIENCY

The lack of estrogen can affect the body of women in many ways.

• Sudden feeling of heat and night sweats
• Vagina dryness
• Low sex drive
• Mood swing
• Pain during sex due to lack of vaginal lubrication
• Change in cholesterol level
• Problems in periods
• Headache or migraine
• Depression
• Infection in vagina
• Menopause

NATURAL WAYS TO INCREASE THE LEVEL OF ESTROGEN HORMONE

• FLAXSEED 

Flaxseed is also known as flaxseed. And mostly use it to reduce weight. Apart from this, some women use it to help reduce cholesterol levels. But did you know that it can also be used to increase estrogen? Flax seed contains phytoestrogen which is known as lignan. You can use this seed in bread, lentils and salad. If you want to increase the amount of estrogen, then include flax seed in your diet. It also contains a lot of fiber people can have it before lunch or dinner.

• SOY PRODUCTS

Phytoestrogen is very much found in soy products. The amount of estrogen in the body can be increased by taking soy products like soy milk, soy curd etc. This can be a great option to increase estrogen levels.

• SESAME SEEDS

Sesame seeds contain phytoestrogen. If you want, you can also use sesame oil. Lignans are high in both. Sesame is a good source of fiber. In addition, the amount of minerals in it is also very high. You will be surprised to know that iron, magnesium, calcium etc. everything can be achieved in just 1 teaspoon of it. Due to its small size, people can include it in their diet if you want.

• WHITE GRAM

Chickpeas are a natural source of phytoestrogens. However, chickpeas do not directly contain estrogen. But plays an important role as an assistant. Although chickpeas can be eaten as a vegetable, but its chutney is also very beneficial. Chickpeas are also rich in fiber and protein.

• BEANS AND PEAS 

Beans are considered very well for health. We all know this thing, but do you know that phytoestrogen is also very high in it. Apart from this, beans are also rich in fiber and protein. Peas are a great diet to increase estrogen. This is because it contains phytoestrogen and has many other benefits like any other diet. It also contains minerals, magnesium, potassium and some protein. It is also considered a good source of Vitamin C.

• TOFU

Tofu is rich in protein. It is also manufactured from soy. 20 grams of isoflavones are found in 3 ounces of tofu, which can be helpful in the development of breasts. You can consume Tofu for breakfast, lunch or dinner by making a delicious recipe. It also helps in muscle building.

• GARLIC

Garlic is a medicine, in which anti-cancer properties are found. Stomach related problems go away with its regular consumption. There are 603.3 grams of phytoestrogen in 100 grams of garlic. It improves the imbalance of estrogen hormone. Its consumption helps in the development of breasts.

CAC TREATMENT TO INCREASE ESTROGEN LEVEL NATURALLY 

• RE FRESH TABLET – It is a pure herbo-mineral formulation prepared from best quality of herbs. This tablet is best for female 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 analgesic, anti-inflammatory, etc.

RECOMMENDED DOSAGE – Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

• WOMAN POWER TABLET – It is a complete health supplement for women which is best for female health and vital energy. It helps to build up the immunity. This is a pure herbo mineral product of the best quality herbs. The herbs used are Ashoka, Shatavari, anatmool, etc. These are herbs used since ancient times to maintain female health metabolism. It works well in the reproductive system and other health-related disorders. The extract of these herbs is used which provides multiple health benefits. These herbs have the potential to improve female health and growth. This can be taken by young females of age 17 to an old age woman. This maintains the overall health of females since puberty to menopause.
  

RECOMMENDED DOSAGE – 1-1 tab twice daily after meal.

• WOMAN CHAMPION SYRUP – It is purely herbal and ayurvedic formulation. It is a very effective tonic for women and help to maintain their health. It balances all the doshas of body and also maintain hormone levels. It contains herbs like Lodhra, Manjishta, Ashok chaal, Punarnava,Shatavar,Bala,Daruharidra,Nagarmotha that help women typically with mood changes, stress, headache and pain. CAC Women champion helps in leading a life of minimum discomfort during those difficult days every month. It act as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic, uterine tonic and immunity booster.

RECOMMENDED DOSAGE – 2 Teaspoon twice daily after meals.

OVERVIEW

• Sciatica is a condition there is severe pain in the sciatic nerve
• Sciatica nerve is the largest nerve in the body
• IN AYURVEDA GRIDHRASI ( EAGLES WALK ) is a vat vyadhi (NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS) ), as the gait of the affected person can resemble that of an eagle’s walk and the inflamed nerve appears like an eagle’s beak. Sciatica is typical of Vata imbalances.
• It can cause inflammation, pain, and numbness in the leg which might get worse if not treated. The pain is often worsened with twisting, bending or flexion of the lumbar spine (lower back area).  
• Sciatica symptoms affect one side
• Men are more likely to suffer sciatica than women’s.

CAUSES

• Sciatica caused by an impaired digestive system indigestion build-up of toxins (ama) 
• Sciatica is caused due to irritation to the sciatic nerve. It is a neuropathic pain, 
• Injury
• Compression or dysfunction of this nerve.
• Degenrative disc changes
• Lumbar stenosis
• Herinated disc
• Diabetes
• Aging 
• Obesity
• Pregnancy changes in weight and shape
• Narrowing of the spine
• Occupational cause – prolonged sitting and driving

SYMPTOMS

• Sharp pain
• Nerve damage
• Numbness
• Tingling sensation
• Radiating pain down the leg
• Inflammation

AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF SCIATICA

• Herbal medications, exercise, yoga, massage with herbal oils, lifestyle improvement, panchkarma therapies
• The Ayurvedic treatment of Sciatica main motive is to treat with cleansing herbs that eliminate the toxins from the body because according to ayurveda the main root of any disease it impaired digestive system so first treat the root cause 

• PANCHAKARMA THERAPY
  

  Ayurvedic procedures include:

• Dhanyamla dhara,
• Abhyanga swedana,
• Pathrapotali swedana,
• Sarvangadhara (Pizhichil)
• Kati Vasti, 
• Vasti is the most effective procedure in Ayurveda for curing Sciatica permanently because vasti effects in all vat vyadhi diseases.
• These procedures relieves the inflammation, spasms and nerve compressions and strengthening nourishing the entire spine & supporting tissues.
  Procedure Periods – 5 weeks according to the severity of the disease.

• Marma Massage– 

• The marma points in the lower back and thigh are stimulated by massage. 
• Massaging relieves the affected specific areas and helps to improve the circulation and relieve the pain.

• Kati Vasti – 

• Kati Vasti is an soothing massage treatment in which warm and  herbal oil is applied to the lower back area using a container made from dough. Kati Vasti relieves lower back pain 

• Herbal Steam Bath –  

• This steam bath beneficial for relieving pain, numbness and the tingling sensation of the back and legs.

Ayurvedic herbs

Some herbs management of Sciatica are:

• Yogaraja Gulgulu vatika
• Triodashang guggle
• Ashwagandadi churna
• Balarishtam
• Dasamoolarishtam
• Bala awagandhadhi Thailam
• Dhanwantharam Thailam
• Ksheerabala Thailam
• Sahacharadi Thailam
• Dhanwantharam 101 capsule
• Ksheerabala 101 capsules
• Dasamoola kashayam
• Rasnadi kashayam
• Dhanwantharam Gulika

NATURAL HERBS FOR CURE SCIATICA

• GARLIC regulating your blood pressure and cholesterol These antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties
• CHAMOMILE FLOWERS  used as an essential oil to relieve pain and anti-inflammatory properties and has been effective in relieving sciatica pain
• INDIAN ALOE VERA is a rich source of glycosides powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. These properties are providing relief from pain and reducing the risk of inflammation.
• NUTMEG (JAYPHAL) is also a rich source of saponins that helps to relieve rheumatic pain, neuralgia, and sciatica pain
• VALERIAN ROOT relaxant properties that help relax the muscles and provide relief aids in relieving chronic muscle and nerve pain. 

CAC MEDICATIONS FOR SCIATICA

• MAKAR RASAYAN TABLET – makar rasayan help in balancing all the three doshas. It helps in proper blood circulation. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchla, guduchi satva, shudha shilajeet, abhrak bhasma, ras sindoor, moonga bhasma, shankh bhasma, praval pishti etc it has  antioxidant, aphrodiasic, analgesic and immuno modulator properties.
  RECOMMENDED DOSAGE – Take one tablet twice daily. 
• NERVE UP TABLET – nerve up tablet balancing the vata doshas and kapha dosha. it beneficial in nervine stimulant.. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. Backache, headache, bronchitis, depression.
  RECOMMENDED DOSAGE – Take 1 tablet twice daily. 
•  PAIN-O-KILL TABLETS – These tablets are Ashwagandha, Hadjod, Punarnava, Nirgundi, Methi, Garlic, etc. it has antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, immuno-modulator properties 
  RECOMMENDED DOSAGE – Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water. 
• TRIKATU SYRUP – Trikatu combines Black pepper, Ginger and, Long pepper maintain metabolism, obesity, and high cholesterol. it has anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving, and expectorant. it reduces obesity and inflammation of the back pain.
  RECOMMENDED DOSAGE – Take 2 teaspoonful twice a day before meal with normal water.

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What is Dermatitis herpetiformis?

• Dermatitis herpetiformis (DH) is a chronic autoimmune skin condition that is characterized by itchy bumps and burning blisters. Those people who develop sensitivity to gluten, like people that are suffering from celiac disease, might get this skin condition. In dermatitis herpetiformis lesions look similar to herpes, but it is a different condition. Taking gluten-free diet may help to manage the condition.
• Dermatitis herpetiformis is sometimes known as the skin manifestation of celiac disease. Dermatitis herpetiformis affects 10% to 25% of celiac disease patients.  
• In the word Dermatitis Herpetiformis “dermatitis,” means “inflammation of skin ” and the word “herpetiformis” is used because the lesions in this condition looks like  herpes lesions. However, this skin condition is not caused by the herpes virus.
• Dermatitis herpetiformis is not a contagious condition.

Can dermatitis herpetiformis be misdiagnosed?

• Sometimes dermatitis herpetiformis is mistaken with urticaria, eczema, herpes, scabies and other types of dermatitis. 

Clinical presentation of dermatitis herpetiformis

• Dermatitis herpetiformis characterized by cluster of itchy bumps that may be confused with acne or eczema. Blisters can also noticed that can be misdiagnosed with herpes.
• Dermatitis herpetiformis lesions commonly seen on the:

• Elbows
• Hairline
• Knees
• Buttocks

Who does dermatitis herpetiformis affect? Who is at risk?

• Dermatitis herpetiformis can be seen in every age group. However, it is most prevalence occurs between the ages of 30 and 40. Men commonly get it more than women. 
• People at slightly higher risk – Having celiac disease, autoimmune diseases that include pernicious anemia, thyroid disease, vitiligo, type 1 diabetes, alopecia areata and Addison’s disease.

What causes dermatitis herpetiformis?

• Dermatitis herpetiformis caused due to an autoimmune reaction when people eat gluten. 
• Genetics also play a role in causing dermatitis herpetiformis. The genes HLA-DQ2 and HLA-DQ8 are closely associated with dermatitis herpetiformis.

Signs and symptoms of dermatitis herpetiformis

In dermatitis herpetiformis, people may suffer from one or more of three problems that include: skin problems, problems in your mouth and gastrointestinal problems.

• Skin problems: Skin problems are the most common in dermatitis herpetiformis. Skin problems include red bumps (lesions) and itchy, sometimes burning blisters. Skin lesions are noticed on elbows, buttocks, knees and scalp.
• Oral problems: Dermatitis herpetiformis can be reason for tooth enamel problems. It may lead to discoloration of tooth, horizontal grooves and (rarely) canker sores.
• Gastrointestinal problems: Due to its relation with celiac disease gastrointestinal issues like bloating, cramping, diarrhea, constipation and pain can be noticed among people.

Diagnosis and Tests

Doctor can diagnose the condition by taking medical history and by physically examining your bumps and blisters to know the skin condition. Then go for skin biopsy and/or blood test to see if you have dermatitis herpetiformis. These investigations are helpful to confirm the diagnose and rule out other types of dermatitis.

• Skin biopsy. In this skin sample is taken to check for evidence of dermatitis herpetiformis.
• Blood test. Two antibodies that are commonly found in people with celiac disease include anti-endomysial and anti-tissue transglutaminase. These antibodies are diagnosed with the help of blood test.

Management and treatment

• Dermatitis herpetiformis can be managed with a gluten-free diet and an oral antibiotic called dapsone. Dapsone will help to relieve your itching and typically before 48 hours. 
• You have to continue taking dapsone for atleast one to two years to prevent severity of dermatitis herpetiformis and to reduce bumps and blisters from forming. 

A gluten-free diet helps you to manage dermatitis herpetiformis by:

• Reduce the risk for developing autoimmune diseases.
• Reduce the need for medication to control or reduce the skin lesion.
• Reduce the risk of intestinal lymphoma.
• Improving your medical condition related to intestinal disease.
• Enhancing nutrition and bone density.

Complications/side effects for dermatitis herpetiformis treatment

• You’ll need to go for regular blood tests if you are taking dapsone.  If the skin lesions of dermatitis herpetiformis continue despite the gluten-free diet and medication, then you need to remove iodine from your diet as well. 

What foods can I eat or avoid reducing my risk of dermatitis herpetiformis?

• If you are suffering from celiac disease along with dermatitis herpetiformis , then you have to avoid all foods that contain gluten that means bread, wheat , grains , rye you have to avoid.   Doing that will help you to manage your cereliac disease as well as dermatitis herpetiformis.  
• But if you don’t have celiac disease then specifically no food you need to avoid for dermatitis herpetiformis. 

Manage dermatitis herpetiformis with Ayurveda

Chandigarh Ayurved centre provides effective combination of medicines that are totally natural and made with  ayurvedic herbs. You can effectively treat the condition with these medicines.

Combination of medications include

• Detox Premium Sachet
• Aloe Vera Gulab Gel
• Trikatu Tablet
• Skin Care Tablet
• Blood Purifier Syrup
• Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu Tablet

Description of medicines

• Detox Premium Powder:

It is purely a herbal formulation that helps to remove toxins due to its antioxidant properties. It has an antibacterial action and provides a cooling and calming effect to the body. It also has anti-inflammatory properties. This powder helps to detoxify the body physically and mentally.

• Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu:

The tablets are very beneficial in curing skin diseases as it contains the Pitta pacifying ingredients such as Shuddh guggulu (Commiphora mukul), Neem (Azadirachta indica) etc.

• Skin Care tablet:

Skin care tablet is a blood purifying. It cools and detoxifies the blood, dissolves obstructions in the blood flow that further increase blood circulation of the skin. 

• Aloe Vera Gulab Gel:

Aloe Vera Gel is formed with the pure extract of herb Aloe Vera and the mixture of rose petals. Thus this wonderful composition provides a cooling effect on the skin that relieves from burning sensation, itchiness, etc. The gel helps in maintaining healthy skin and repairing skin damage.

• Trikatu Tablet:

These tablets improve digestion, boost your metabolism, helps in eliminating fat tissues and kapha dosha and remove impurities and ama from the body.

• Blood Purifier Syrup :

This syrup purifies the blood by removing excess toxins it is very beneficial in maintaining proper circulation and improves the skin naturally.

For more information you can visit our website

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• When body exposed to high temperature in combination with low water intake
• Dehydration occurs when you use or lose more fluid than you take in, and your body doesn’t have enough water and other fluids to carry out its normal functions

 SIGN AND SYMPTOMS OF DEHYDRATION

• Thirsts
• Fatigue
• muscle cramps
• Pale and sweaty skin
• Extreme heat
• Stress
• Fever
• Alcohol consumption
• Exercise
• Stomach bugs
• Dark decreased urine
• Sticly dry mouth
• Fainting
• Dizziness

CAUSES OF DEHYDRATION:

• Diarrhea, vomiting –  diarrhea and vomiting can cause loss of water and electrolytes
• Fever.  Higher fever dehydrated you may become
• Excessive sweating. You lose water when you sweat. 
• Hot, humid weather increases the amount you sweat and the amount of fluid you lose.
• Increased urination. 
• Certain medications
• Hemorrhage
• Excessive use of lexatives

NATURAL CURE TO HYDRATE BODY:

• INCREASE YOUR WATER INTAKE
• YOGURT –   yogurt is an effective remedy for dehydration caused by diarrhea or vomiting.[8] it is a good source of electrolytes
• WATER RICH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES –
  1. FRUITS – watermelon, oranges, peach, apple, grapes
  2. VEGETABLES – cucumber, tomato, green cabbage, spinach, broccoli

• BANANAS –  dehydration results in loss of essential minerals like potassium in the body banana is rich in potassium bananas can help restore this important mineral in the body
• COCONUT WATER –   the high electrolyte content of coconut water makes it an extremely hydrating drink.
• BUTTERMILK – it replenishes the essential minerals that are lost during excessive sweating 
• BARELY WATER – the nutrients in barley help replenish minerals lost with dehydration
• LEMON WATER 
• CRANBERRY SOUP 
• APPLY COLD COMPRESSES

Effective Herbs That Will Help You Deal With Dehydration:

• CHAMOMILE – Chamomile is a great re-hydrating agent it has also analgesic properties
• ELDERFLOWER – helps in reducing the body temperature 
• ASPARAGUS –  asparagus helps the body to retain fluids it prevents from dehydration  It is rich in fiber that stimulates absorption of water in the body also cools down your body temperature in this heat. 
• LICORICE (MULETHI). It helps in cooling your body temperature 

PREVENTION:

• Keep yourself hydrated in hot and sunny weather and before going outside
• Choose food items with high water content.
• Don’t drink coffee, soda, tea before workout
• Avoid working in intense sunlight
• Drink plenty of fluids throughout the day 
• Increase fluid intake during the time of illness
• Carry water bottle when going out.
• Avoid alcohol during dehydration.
• Rest in a cool place after workout
• Avoid too much fruit juice, because of sugar in it can raise your blood sugar levels.