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Amenorrhea (Anarthva)

April 12, 2021
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Amenorrhoea is the absence of menstration period in a lady of regenerative age.

Amenorrhea (primary) is the term used to depict the shortfall of a period in young ladies who haven’t began discharging by age 16.

Amenorrhea (optional) is a state of missing menses happening after feminine cycles have gotten set up.

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Dosha involvement in Amenorrhea

The doshas obstruct the passage or openings of channels conveying artav (artavavaha srotas) ,accordingly artav is annihilated. Despite the fact that artav isn’t done totally yet it isn’t released month to month. Here with doshas the vata and kapha are alluded beacause disturbed pitta increments rakta along these lines produces extreme dying. As such bothered vata, kapha discourage the section of artav, accordingly feminine blood is not released

Causes of Amenorrhea

Hormonal irregularity
Ovarian disappointment and polycystic ovary disorder
Tumor in the pituitary organ
Upset capacity of the endocrine framework that influences development at pubescence, for example hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism
Birth absconds in the regenerative constructions, for example cross over problems of the utilitarian uterine endometrium and Mullerian peculiarities.
Reasons for Secondary Amenorrhea (described by the absence of feminine cycle for at least three months in ladies who have had an ordinary feminine period already)
Issues that influence the estrogen levels, for example stress, weight reduction, extreme exercise, ailments and hormonal lopsidedness
Issues influencing the pituitary, thyroid, or adrenal organs
Ovarian tumors or careful evacuation of the ovaries
The admission of contraception pills can likewise be a reason

Types of Amenorrhoea

Amenorrhoea is two types–

Primary Amenorrhoea

In Primary amenorrhoea, Menarche doesn’t happen even the young lady is more than 16 Years. Essential Amenorrhoea related with

– Cryptomenorrhoea (Imperforate Hymen)

– Congenital offices of uterovaginal channel or uterus, septate vagina demonstrate innate obstructive sores at Genital parcel.

– Infertile Uterus demonstrates Sex Chromosomal anomaly (Turners Syndrome)

Secondary Amenorrhoea

Discontinuance of menses shows up over half year following ordinary monthly cycle, Associated with Anorexia, weight reduction and outrageous weakening demonstrate Anorexia Nervosa, Infertility, Obesity and Polycystic Ovarian Disease.

Symptoms of Amenorrhea

Amenorrhea is an indication in itself.
Any related side effects rely upon the difficult that is causing the amenorrhea.
For instance, chemical lopsided characteristics may cause amenorrhea along with:
Abundance body and beard growth
Skin inflammation
Speaking with a softer tone
Changed sex drive
Bosom milk emissions
Weight acquire

Management of Amenorrhea in Ayurveda

Panchakarma and Amenorrhea ;

Panchakarma (ayurvedic detox) is suggested as the primary phase of Ayurvedic the board. This is a program for2 or 3 weeks that comprises of back rub, steam showers, udwartana, and sedated douches.

Sroto rodha (blockages in the miniature and full scale channels of the body framework) will be diminished and legitimate sustenance will happen after the Panchakarma. After an underlying conference with the ayurvedic specialist, an eating regimen and way of life program with a progression of ayurvedic treatments is customized according to your constitution and lopsided characteristics.

Ayurvedic Oil Massage and Steam shower (Abhyanga and Swedana)

Ayurvedic oil back rub and steam showers are advantageous as these medicines are Vata-appeasing and sustaining to the framework. The Dhanwantaram oil is especially suitable. The Udvartnam treatment with Triphala powder is extremely successful in fighting amenorrhea.

Sedated Enema

Various types of sedated bowel purges likewise help for treating the condition.

Vasti – Anuvasana tremendous i(oil-containing purifications)

Uttara Basti–cured oils are applied straightforwardly inside the uterus. Phala Ghritham is utilized for Uttara Basti. In the event of an immature uterus, the treatment is performed with Kshara Tailam. Kasis Tailam is utilized for patients with hindered tubes.

Anuvasana and Uttara Vasti help to energize the descending development of Vata. This is known as Anuloman, which means to work with the descending development through activity. The treatment has a Vata-placating impact (Vata Shaman) while additionally unblocking the Artavavahi and the Purishvaha srotas.

LIVER AND ASSOCIATED DISEASES

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DESCRIPTION

The liver is the largest gland that detoxifies metabolites, synthesized protein, and produces biochemical required for digestion and growth.
Location of the liver – it is present in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen, below the diaphragm.
It regulates glycogen storage, red blood cell decomposition, and hormone production.
The liver produces bile, an alkaline fluid containing cholesterol and bile acids, which helps to break down the fat.
The gallbladder is a small pouch that presents under the liver, it stores bile that produced by the liver which moves towards the small intestine and the complete digestion process.
The liver’s highly specialized tissue, consisting of mostly 70 – 80% of hepatocytes (the chief functional cells of the liver) plays a vital role in metabolism, detoxification, and protein synthesis.
It activates innate immunity.

CAUSES OF LIVER DISEASES

Many diseases and conditions can affect the liver such as;
Drugs like acetaminophen, and acetaminophen combination medications like Vicodin,
Cirrhosis,
Alcohol abuse,
Hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E,
Infectious mononucleosis (Epstein Barr virus),
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NASH),
Iron overload (hemochromatosis).

FUNCTIONS

DETOXIFICATION

Drugs/alcohol
Fatty acids
Steroids hormones
Ammonia – urea
Environmental toxins/allergens

METABOLISM

Conversion of T4 into T3
Detoxification of fats

IMMUNE SYSTEMS

Contains viruses and pathogens

Maintenance of the hepatic and portal vein immune system

PRODUCTION OF CHOLESTEROL

The precursor to sex hormones, vitamin D

PROTEIN SYNTHESIS

Blood clotting (prothrombin)
Cholesterol transport (lipoproteins)
Immune function (globulins)
Oncotic pressure (albumin)
Copper bioavailability (ceruloplasama)

STORAGE OF MICRONUTRIENTS

Minerals – copper, zinc, magnesium, iron.
Vitamins – vitamin A, D, E, K, B12

BLOOD SUGAR BALANCE

Storage of glycogen

PRODUCTION OF BILE

Needed for digestion
GI anti-microbial

DISEASE ASSOCIATED WITH LIVER

Infections

Sometimes, an infection inflames your liver. Viral hepatitis is the most common causes including:

Hepatitis A – Highly contagious liver infection caused by hepatitis A. Most people get it by eating or drinking something that is contaminated by fecal matter. You might not have any symptoms. It usually disappears within 6 months without any long-term harm to the body.
Hepatitis B – it is a serious liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus. It is easily preventable by vaccine. People get it through unprotected sex or taking drugs with shared needles. It lasts for 6 months or more than 6 months, it causes liver cancer or other diseases.
Hepatitis C – it is caused by the hepatitis C virus, this virus can cause both acute and chronic hepatitis. Hepatitis C can cause liver cancer. The hepatitis C virus is a blood-borne virus the most common mode of infection is exposure to small quantities of blood, through injection drug use, unsafe injection practices, transfusion of unscreened blood and blood products, and sexual practice that lead to exposure of blood.

Immune System Problems

The immune system fights with various bacteria and viruses. But sometimes it might go wrong and attack one or more parts of the body, such as the liver.

Autoimmune hepatitis – this condition inflames your liver and leads to other disorders and even liver failure. Mainly occur in girls and women than boys or men.
Primary biliary cholangitis – this condition attacks tiny tubes in the liver called bile ducts. They carry bile juice, a chemical that helps to digest food. When the ducts are injured, the bile backs up inside the liver and scars it.
Primary sclerosing cholangitis – in this condition scars occur in bile ducts, and it can eventually block the duct. The bile builds up inside the liver, and that makes it harder for your liver to work. It may cause liver cancer, and a person needs a liver transplant in this condition.

Cancer and Tumors

Liver cancer affects women more than men and it called hepatocellular carcinoma. It is more likely to occur if people have hepatitis or drink too much alcohol.
Bile duct cancer the tubes that run from your liver to your small intestine to carry bile, a fluid that helps you digest food. This kind of cancer mainly affects people over age 50, this type of cancer is uncommon.
Liver cell adenoma is a tumor that not cancer. It’s uncommon, but women who take birth control pills for a long time are more prone to develop it. There is a small chance the tumor could eventually turn into cancer.

Conditions You Inherit

Inherited liver disorders
Hemochromatosis – in this condition body store too much of the iron from food. The extra iron store in the liver, heart, or other organs. It may lead to life-threatening diseases such as liver diseases, heart disease, or diabetes.
Hyperoxaluria – in this condition urine has too much of a chemical called oxalate liver makes too little much oxalate due to a genetic mutation. This can cause kidney stones and kidney failure.
Wilson’s disease – in this condition copper build-up in the liver and other organs. Its early symptoms show between the ages of 6 and 35, most often in teen’s age. It not only affects the liver, but it can cause nerve and psychiatric problems.
Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency – this chemical helps the lungs to resist infections. This protein made by the liver. Improper liver function can cause the chemical to build up and cause liver disease.

Other Causes of Liver Disease

Alcohol abuse can lead to cirrhosis. So can nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and long-term cases of hepatitis B and C.

Drug overdoses – Taking too much acetaminophen or other medications can harm the liver. Make sure you follow the dosing instructions on the label.
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) – this condition occurs if too much fat has built up inside the liver. The extra fat can inflame your liver. One type of NAFLD is nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). It means inflammation and cell damage in the liver.

HOME REMEDIES FOR RHUMATOID ARTHERITIS

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Exercise

Aerobics exercise includes cycling, walking, rowing, and swimming to boost strength and flexibility.
Stronger the muscles around your joints, the stronger the range of motion.
Exercises help to maintain balance in your joints and avoid stumbles and falls.

Heat and Cold

Heat and cold treatments to ease rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. Each has different benefits:
Cold: It reduces joint swelling and inflammation.
Apply an ice pack to the affected joint during pain occur in RA. Just don’t overdo it.
Apply the cold compress for 10-15 minutes at a time.
Take at least a 30-minute break between treatments.
Heat: It relaxes your muscles and increases blood flow. People can use a moist heating pad or a warm, damp towel.
Don’t use too hot a heating pad. People can do heat therapy in the shower. That may help to soothe the affected area.
A tub filled with hot water is another good way to relax stiff muscles.
Avoid heat therapy if u have high blood pressure, heart disease, or pregnant.

Deep Breathing

Take slow breaths from your belly. It can calm you and reduce the stress receptors that tighten your muscles and make the pain worse, or when you focus on your breathing, you take your brain away from thoughts about pain.

Meditation

This technique simply focusing on your breathing and just noticing each inhale and exhale.
Every people can do this for few minutes to make their mind and body relaxed or refreshed.

Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Tighten and then relax the muscles in different parts of your body.
Work your way down the body, starting with your face muscles, followed by your neck, arms, chest, back, belly, legs, and feet.
Or work your way up from your feet. Breathe in as you contract your muscles. Breathe out when you let go.

Visualization

This can help reduce stress and pain. To try this simple exercise:
Close your eyes.
Breathe deeply.
Picture yourself in a quiet, peaceful place.

Yoga

It’s good for your body and mind. It reduces joint pain, improves flexibility, zaps stress, and tension.
Research shows that it can lower chemicals that cause inflammation and stress.

SPICES FOR RHUMATOID ARTHERITIS PAIN RELIEF

Ginger – Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties, including the abilities to suppress inflammatory molecules called leukotriene and the synthesis of prostaglandins, hormone-like substances that cause pain and inflammation.
Thyme – A fragrant herb that has high antioxidant capabilities, thyme used in food as a flavoring agent. And it has anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties that could be therapeutic for rheumatoid arthritis Fresh thyme or the fresh leaves of thyme can be additions to meat, poultry, bean, tomato, or egg dishes, as well as soups and stews as a flavoring agent.
Turmeric – Turmeric used in ayurvedic and Chinese medicine to treat a variety of medical conditions, including arthritis and musculoskeletal disorders. It has anti-inflammatory properties, turmeric and curcumin also have analgesic effects. Turmeric has blood thinner properties, it should be avoided in large doses if you take blood-thinning medicine.
Green tea – Green tea contains polyphenols, which are rich in antioxidants and help to reduce inflammation. It protects joints and triggers changes in immune responses that would ease the severity of arthritis. Green tea extract had superior anti-inflammatory effects.
Cinnamon – Cinnamon has antioxidant properties that inhibit cell damage from free radicals. It also helps reduce blood sugar and cholesterol levels, and it appears to protect cognitive function as people get older. Cinnamon has a significant role in decrease blood levels of C-reactive protein as well as reduced disease activity, tenderness, and swollen joints.
Garlic – Sliced, minced, or chopped, fresh garlic can liven up any dish and may help ease rheumatoid arthritis pain. Garlic contains diallyl disulfide, an anti-inflammatory compound that decreases the effects of inflammatory cytokines. The research found that the administration of garlic had an anti-arthritic activity that preventing cartilage destruction and reducing inflammation.
Black pepper – Black pepper contains piperine, the active compound, has bona fide health benefits. Black pepper has antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and gastro-protective effects. Consumption of piperic acid has anti-inflammatory effects, inhibiting swelling and the production of cytokines in animals. It is also found that piperine administration relieved inflammation, pain, and other symptoms of arthritis in animals.
Willow Bark – Willow bark has anti-inflammatory properties and reduces various markers of inflammation. Intake of willow bark reduces rheumatic pain and back pain, the results are seen after three weeks of continuous intake.
Thunder God Vine – It reduces inflammation caused by autoimmune diseases, including RA. Thunder god vine can be extremely poisonous if not extracted properly.

Remedies for Acidity

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Home Remedies

The consumption of coriander seeds powder can be taken with sugar twice a day.
Water obtained from raw green fruit of Coconut 300-400 ml to be taken twice a day.
Powder of Indian gooseberry three to six grams with water.
Powder of Saunf (Anethum Sowa) with mishri mixed in a glass of water, 20 ml two times a day for 7 to 10 days.
Mix some saunf (fennel seeds), tulsi leaves (holy basil), or a spice like a clove/cardamom in your mouth and chew slowly,”
“Anything ( savory food items) that increases saliva production in the mouth can help balance the stomach’s acidity,”.
Freshly made drinks like coconut water with a little bit of meat coconut or buttermilk that’s been homemade by churning water and yogurt together.
According to Ayurveda, buttermilk soothes the stomach lining, reduces burning sensation, aids in digestion, and reduces irritation in the stomach that causes acid reflux.
Buttermilk -Take 1/4 cup plain yogurt and add 3/4 cup water. Mix them well. Add 1 teaspoon of black salt, a pinch of roasted powdered cumin, a bit of grated ginger, and freshly chopped coriander leaves.
Buttermilk is categorized as a sattvic food according to Ayurveda. So, if you get acidity after having a heavy or spicy meal, avoid allopathic antacid and drink a glass of chaas/buttermilk instead. As Buttermilk is rich in lactic acid aids in normalizing acidity. Add a pinch of black pepper or 1 teaspoon of ground mint leaves for best results.
Mint Leaves– Mint leaves have carminative properties and are a natural coolant, helps to pacify the acid secretions in the stomach. These play a significant role in reducing flatulence, abdominal cramps, acidity. Sipping a cup of mint tea effective in the irritated stomach and decrease acid secretions.
Cumin Seeds (Jeera) –Ayurvedic medicine strongly recommends cumin seeds for treating all types of digestive woes. Cumin seeds stimulate saliva production which assists in the digestion process. It works as a potent acid neutralizer and helps to get cleared off acidity, bloating, flatulence, and also heals the ulcer.
Basil Leaves – The basil leaves give a soothing and carminative effect and can give you instant relief from acidity. At the first sign of gas, eat basil leaves as soon as possible or boil three-four leaves in a cup of water and let it cool down. Sip on it frequently.
Coconut Water – Your body’s pH acidic level turns alkaline when you drink coconut water. Coconut water helps to maintain mucus lining in your stomach, which gives protection to the stomach from excessive acid production. It prevents the re-occurrence of acidity.

Line of treatment according to Ayurveda

Try reducing causative factors.
Palliative care – All measures are taken to pacify Pitta Dosha, As the disease is of Pitta origin.
Panchakarma treatment- ‘Panchakarma procedures’ like Vamana (emesis) or virechana (purgation) whichever is needed should be administered when the patient is not responding well to the oral medications. In chronic cases, Asthapanavasti (medicated enema) is indicated. Kunjal ( a type of Shatkarma) can also be advised with oral medicines.

Some important single drugs useful in Amlapitta

Shatavari Churna – Three grams, two times a day with milk
Yashtimadhu Churna – Three grams, two times a day with milk
Amalaki Churna – Three grams, two times a day with water
Shunthi (dry ginger) Churna – 1 gram, twice a day with water

Diet Tips

Do’s

Have meals at fixed times.
Food that is light and Coconut water has cooling properties.
Vegetables like cucumber, white pumpkin, bitter gourd, bottle gourd, ash gourd, leafy vegetables like spinach.
Old wheat, old rice, barley, millets, green gram.
Fruits like guava, blackberry, green grapes, sweet lime, pomegranate, coconut meat, etc.
Drink plenty of fluids like ash gourd juice, pomegranate juice, lemon juice, amla juice, sweet lime juice, water mixed with gondkatira. Medicated water with ushir or coriander seeds, or puffed rice.
Have warm water.
Dadimpak – sweet preparation made of pomegranate, gulkand -made from rose petals, moramla – sweet preparation made from amla, with milk.
Lukewarm milk (around one cup) after every two or three hours.
Warm milk mixed with Desi Ghee ( clarified butter).
Practice sheetali, sheetkari, and Nadi shodhan Pranayam regularly.
Adequate sleep.

Don’ts

Avoid spicy, excessive salt, and sour food items.
Avoid junk and deep-fried food items.
Avoid excessive fasting, Do not skip meals.
Avoid overeating, take small and frequent meals.
Avoid irregular food habit( Adhyashana)
Do not eat foods made from an excess amount of onion, garlic, red chilies, salt, oil, etc. very often.
Do not eat curd and citrus fruits.
Avoid lying down in a supine position just after having meals, the best-recommended position is left lateral.
Avoid stress
Avoid excessive consumption of tea, coffee, alcohol, smoking, and aspirin kind of medicines.

OIL PULLING – ONE THERAPY ABUNDANCE OF BENEFITS

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Oil pulling is being practiced from Ancient period of time. In Ayurveda, it is co-related with “KAVALA”.

First thing you do in the morning is scrubbing your teeth with a tooth brush instead of this start up your morning with swishing a mouthful of oil around your teeth and gums.

There are surprising benefits of this ancient Ayurvedic practice for oral care and other health benefits.

What is oil pulling?

Oil pulling therapy, also known as “Kavala” or Gandusha,” is an ancient Ayurvedic practice followed as a daily habit (dincharya) for maintaining oral hygiene.

The word ‘pulling’ refers to how the practice results in removing toxins from the mouth with the help of a natural ‘oil’.

It is similar to your daily mouthwash but the difference is that instead of using a chemical or alcohol based mouthwash the oil pulling therapy uses natural oil which is absolutely safe for use.

‘Kavala’- It is a procedure of taking a small quantity of oil in the mouth and revolving it around for 2-3 minutes and spitting it out quickly.

Gandusha- It is filling the mouth with oil and holding it for a few minutes without moving it inside the oral cavity is called ‘Gandusha’. With this practice, you may start sweating slightly as a sign of toxins getting released from the body.

Some people may also experience watery eyes and some discharge from the nose as a sign of your mouth and also throat getting cleansed.

Work of Oil pulling

Most dental problems occur due to the bacteria feeding on the food stuck in your teeth. Over a period, bacteria develop a thin layer on the teeth referred to as plaque and cause various dental problems.
Regular practice of oil pulling for maintaining oral hygiene activates enzymes in the saliva that absorb toxins, which then gets mixed with the oil while you are swishing or holding it in your mouth.

Note- Spit the oil out of your mouth, avoid swallowing in order to eliminate toxins from the body.

The Oil Pulling Process-

Firstly, take a small quantity of oil in your mouth and start the process by swishing the oil in your mouth slowly and after 2 to 5minutes spit it out, Followed by rinsing your mouth with water so as to get rid of the oily sensation and your regular brushing routine should be followed.

Once you are adjusted to it, then with the time you may increase the duration and start doing it daily with a mouthful of oil.

Benefits of oil pulling

Deep cleanses the mouth: Around 350 types of harmful bacteria can be found in the mouth and they are often responsible for various dental problems.
It is best to practice oil pulling for the following- cavity, toothache, plaque and other dental problems.
Prevents bad breath: Doing oil pulling can reduce bad breath as it flushes out toxins and bacteria from the mouth.

It is advised firstly to do oil pulling in the morning.

This gives you the additional advantage of stimulating your taste buds, so you can enjoy breakfast better.
Strengthens teeth and gums: The anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties of oils reduce inflammation and sensitivity and strengthen teeth and gums.
Whitens the teeth: Regular practice of swishing oil around the mouth gradually decreases the stains and restores the natural brightness of the teeth. Therefore, you may practice oil pulling for teeth whitening.
Detoxifies the body: Toxins build-up causes various health problems that are not confined merely to your mouth. This is why Ayurveda recommends detoxifying the body frequently by the means of oil pulling which is a simple and effective way of doing the detoxification.

So, don’t wait and Get an Ayurvedic oil pulling formulation and start your mornings on a healthy note with a bright smile.

VITAMIN B12 AND VITAMIN B12 ENRICHED FOOD

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DESCRIPTION

Vitamin b12 (Cyanocobalamin) this is a type of anemia where the body doesn’t have enough healthy red blood cells because of low vitamin B12.
RBC cells transport oxygen throughout your body. The body needs vitamins including B12 to make them.
When people don’t have enough red blood cells, the body doesn’t get oxygen.
Anemia causes tiredness, weakness, and breathlessness.

Causes of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia

People get vitamin B12 deficiency anemia if they don’t get enough vitamin B12 in their diet from foods like milk, eggs, and meat.
People more likely to be low in this vitamin if he is older, or eat a vegetarian diet. It can also happen if your body can’t absorb enough vitamins from the foods you eat.
Intestines absorb vitamin B12 from food. A protein “intrinsic factor” in the stomach helps the body to absorb it. When you don’t have enough vitamin b12, then people have a type of vitamin B12 deficiency anemia also called “pernicious anemia.”

People get pernicious anemia if:

They have an autoimmune disease that makes the immune system attack the cells present in the stomach that produce intrinsic factors.
After surgery, remove the part of the stomach, where an intrinsic factor is made.

The body is unable to absorb enough vitamin B12 if:

People have a disease that affects how nutrients are absorbed in their intestines, such as Crohn’s disease, HIV, or some infections.
Presence of certain bad bacteria in intestines.
Medicines, such as antibiotics and anti-seizure drugs.
People infected with a tapeworm.

SIGN AND SYMPTOMS

People feel tired and short of breath.
Skin looks pale or yellow.
Dizziness
Loss of appetite.
Weight loss
Numbness or tingling sensation in hands and feet
Chest pain.
Tachycardia
Myalgia
Mood swings
Confused

INVESTIGATION

Complete blood count – CBC checks the size and number of red blood cells. If people are low in vitamin B12, the red blood cells won’t look normal. They will be much bigger and shaped differently than healthy ones.
Vitamin B12 level – This test checks the level of vitamin b12 in your bloodstream.
Intrinsic factor antibodies – immune system attack intrinsic factor. If people have pernicious anemia,
Schilling test – This procedure uses a radioactive form of B12 to see the body has enough intrinsic factors.
Methylmalonic acid level (MMA) –This test evaluates the value of MMA in your blood. Raise the level of MMA rises to decrease the level of vitamin B12.

VITAMIN B12 RICH FOODS

Clams – These are the best sources of vitamin B-12. They are low in fat, high in protein, and an excellent source of iron and other B vitamins.
Beef liver – It may be an acquired taste, high in vitamin B-12, protein, iron, and vitamin A.
Fortified breakfast cereals – are great sources of vitamin B-12. Different brands may contain different amounts.
Salmon – Salmon fish rich in vitamin B-12. Salmon is also loaded with omega-3 fatty acids. These are unsaturated fats help to prevent heart disease and stroke by lowering the cholesterol level, reducing inflammation, and lowering blood pressure.
Trout –Trout is a nutritional powerhouse. It is high in protein, other B vitamins, and many minerals.
Milk – Milk is a good source of B-12 and also a source of calcium and vitamin D.
Yogurt – It is enriched in vitamin B-12, calcium, vitamin D, and beneficial probiotics.
Ham – Ham contains all the vitamins B except folate. It is lower in fat, calories, and cholesterol level than other meats.
Eggs – Eggs are not as high in vitamin B-12 as meat and fish, but they are a decent source. They also pack a nice punch of protein.
Chicken breast – It is inexpensive and provides some vitamin B-12, and high in niacin, vitamin B thought to help lower cholesterol level.

Vegan Vitamin B-12 foods

Plant foods don’t naturally contain vitamin B-12. If people are vegetarian, add fortified vegan foods to your diet. These may include:
Breakfast cereals
Nondairy milk
Meat substitutes
Rice
Nutritional yeast
Energy bars

Paralysis

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Paralysis is a loss of strength in and control over a group of muscles in a specific part of the body or loss of muscle function .It can affect any part of your body resulting from diseases of the cerebral vasculature and cerebral contents.

In Ayurveda, Paralysis is correlated Pakshaghata which means “paralysis of half side of the body” where “Paksha” denotes either half side of the body, and disability of body parts and difficulty in movement is known as“Aghata ”.

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Types of Paralysis

Facial Paralysis– loss of strength and movement of facial muscles.
Monoplaegia– loss of strength of one limb.
Hemiplegia– involving one side of the body.
Paraplegia– Paralysis of both legs.
Quadriplegia– Paralysis of all four limbs.

Causes

Cerebro-vascular accidents (Stroke)
Cerebral hemorrhage
Subarachnoid hemorrhage
Cerebral thrombosis
Internal carotid artery thrombosis or stenosis
Cerebral embolism
Venous sinus thrombosis
Hypertensive encephalopathy
Cerebral tumors
Acute encephalitis
Brain or spinal cord nerve’s impairment
Multiple sclerosis
Brain infections and environmental toxins
Peripheral neuropathy infectious or autoimmune disorders like HIV, spondylitis, Lyme disease, and Guillain-Barre syndrome
Nervous system disorders like Bell’s palsy and cerebral palsy
Direct trauma to a nerve due to toxin, poison, and radiation

Risk factors

Age
Sex
Smoking, Alcohol abuse
Obesity
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Diabetes mellitus

Clinical features

Changes to the kidneys and gastrointestinal system
Abnormality in muscles, joints, and bones
Changes to circulation and respiration
Spasticity of the limbs
Clasp-knife type spasticity
Muscle spasms
Pressure sores
Edema
Blood clots in the lower limbs
Skin injury
Mobility of the hands along with finger are more affected than those of the upper arm
Bacterial infection
Disruption of the normal functioning of the tissues, glands, and organs
Constipation
Loss of control of urination
Abnormal sweating
Tongue is projected towards the paralyzed side (in case of facial palsy)
Unilateral loss of voluntary functions in the affected arm, leg, and the lower portion of the face
Abnormal breathing or heart rate
Balance problems
Difficulty in speaking or swallowing
Vision difficulty

Management approaches

1. Prevention

Add black gram, horse gram, onion, garlic, ginger, radish, ash gourd, green gram in regular diet.
Use fruits like pomegranate, mango, grape, etc.
Consume low fat and high fiber diet and take Rasayana drugs
Control diabetes mellitus, heart diseases, and hypertension.
Take necessary treatment of hypertension (if any)
Control cholesterol level and weight
Practice regular exercises
Regulated consumption of processed food, packed food, refined sugars, astringent or salty, oily food and incompatible diet, Bengal gram, peas, and barley
Avoid Excess physical exercises, extreme starvation, suppressing natural urges like thirst, hunger, and urination.
Avoid alcohol consumption, smoking
Avoid discontinuation of any daily medication without medical advice

2. Medical management

Line of treatment (Charaka Chikitsa sthana-28/100)

Nidana parivarjana (avoid causative factors)

Handling of treatable risk factors (diseases) like high blood pressure, encephalitis (Acute inflammation of brain), cardiovascular diseases and avoid trauma.

Samshodhana chikitsa

Snehana (Oleation)

Prabhanjana vimardana taila
Kshirabala taila
Mahamsha taila
Bala taila
Sahacharadi taila
Dhanvantara taila
Karpasasthyadi taila

Svedana (Medicated fomentation)

Shashtika shali pinda sveda (with shali rice, Bala Mula, Ashvagandha Mula,etc. and milk) and Patra Potli pind sweda for 14 days
Sarvanga sveda(steaming with decoction) for 14 days.

Virechana (Purgation)

Decoction of the mentioned herbs is helpful

(a) Draksha (Vitis vinifera) – 10 gm,

(b)Aragvadha Phala Majja(Cassia fistula Fruit pulp) – 10gm

(d) Katuki – 5 gm along with Eranda tail – 10ml or

only Eranda tail (Riccinus Communis oil) -20 ml with half glass of warm milk at night

Vasti (medicated enema)

Matra Basti with Narayana taila 50 ml daily for 14 days

Kashaya vasti for 15 days with Eranda Mula kvatha – 480 ml, Taila – 240 ml, Honey-240ml, Kalka – 30 gm, Saindhava lavana – 15 gm
Kshira vasti – 400 – 500 ml for 14 days.

Nasya

Nasya with Shadbindu taila or Anu taila 4-4 drops in both nostrils for 14 days

Shirovasti

Medicated oils like Ksheera Bala taila or Chandana Balaadi taila or maashadi taila can be used to perform Shirovasti regularly for 50 minutes for 14 days

Shirodhara

Medicated oils such as Narayana taila / Ksheera Bala taila / Chandana Bala lakshadi taila / decoctions etc. can be used to perform Shirodhara daily 40 minutes for 15 days

Churna Pinda Sweda

In the disorders of soft tissues like muscles, ligaments ,tendons etc. churna pinda sweda is very beneficial. Fine or coarse powder of ayurvedic herbs is known as churna. Pinda means a bolus and Sweda means fomentation. Sudation given by using a potli which is prepared from cotton cloth by the combination of various herbal powders is called Churna pinda sweda.

3. Yogic practices

The following yogic practices are very useful in Hemiplegia; but, these should be practiced only under the guidance of a qualified Yoga teacher.

Practice of Pranayama (Nadi shodhana, Bhramari,udgeet, and meditation along with the practice of Yama and Niyama.
Deep relaxation technique such as yoga Nidra
Asanas to be corrected for postural imbalances

Ashtanga Hrudaya Sutrasthana (Nasya Vidhi Adhyaya)

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The 20thchapter of Ashtanga Hrudaya Sutrasthana is the Nasya Vidhi or Nasal medication written by Acharya Vagbhat. In this chapter we explains about types, methods, indications and contra indication of nasal instillation of medicine (Nasya Karma).

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Introduction-

Nasya- Nasal medication is especially described for the treatment of diseases of the parts above the shoulders like throat, mouth, nose and head.

Nose is the entrance for the head, spreading through this; the nasal medication reaches all the parts of the head and neck and cures the diseases.

Synonyms-

Snuff ,

errhine

sterunutary

Types of Nasya-

Trividha Nasya – Nasal medication is of three kinds

Virechana Nasya/ Purgatory
Brimhana Nasya/Nourishing
Shamana/Palliative

1. Virechana Nasya –

Virechana Nasya does purification. It expelled out the Doshas of head and neck from the body. In purgative Nasya medicated powders or herbs blown into the nose. Purgative nasya is helpful to manage Kapha disorders.

It is also usable in-

Shirashoola( headache)

Jadya – heaviness, stiffness and difficulty in moving of the head,

Abhisyanda – disease of eyes (conjunctivitis)

Galamaya – diseases of the throat,

Shopha – swelling/inflammation

Ganda – enlargement of glands

Krumi – worm infestation

Granthi – tumour and fibroids

Kushta – skin problems

Apasmara And Peenasa –epilepsy and rhinitis

2. Brimhana Nasya –

Brimhana nasya is useful for Vata disorders and uses ghee, oil, salt, milk, and other nourishing substances such as meat or blood of animals of desert- like lands, mixed with Khapura –plant extracts, resin, Gums etc.

. It is a nourishing type nasya which is required for

Vataja shola-headache of vata origin

Suryavarta – Headache that increases by the day

Svarakshaya – loss of voice, Nasa

Asya Shosha – dryness in the nose and mouth

Vak Sangha – Difficulty to speak

Krichra bodha – difficulty in opening of eyes

Apabahuka- difficulty of movement of the Arm.

3.Shamana Nasya-

In shamana nasya medicated oils with Tikta ghee for increased Vata or Pitta ,

Brahmi ghee for aggaravated Pitta , and Vacha oil for Kapha or Vata disorders.

Palliative nasal medication is required in-

Neelika – blue patches on the skin

Vyanga –discoloured /besmear patch on facial skin

Diseases of the hair and of the eyes.

Some Other Type Of Nasya-

Marshya Nasya: Ghee is administered into the both nostril and massaged to provide relief from stress.

Pratimarsha –it is very good from birth to death just like basti( enema) treatment. Marsha and pratimarsha Nasya provides same benefits(oil, high dose if used daily, it does not need any precautions – regarding food and activities nor it has any risks like Marsha Nasya

Navana Nasya: decoctions, fresh juices, and oils that are used together and administered according to the aggravated dosha. Used for pitta-vata or pitta-kapha disorders.

Avapeeda Nasya– Avapeed means compression and in this therapy the herbs are compressed to obtain the savaras (juice) and kalk (paste) to administer in the nostrils is called as the avapeed nasya.

Dhmana Nasya-

In this the form of powder to be blown into the nose with the help of air from the mouth, medicated powder kept in a tube of six Angula in lenth.this tube having opening at both its end. It expelled out the greatly imbalanced Doshas because it is in the form of powder.

Nasya Matra (Quantity of Nasal medication):-

Bindu is the unit of measurement explained for the dose of Nasya one Bindu is considered as one drop. The amount of liquid that drops after diping two digits of the index finger in any liquid and taking the finger out forms one bindu( drop)

10, 8 and 6 such drops are the maximum, medium and minimum doses, respectively of Marsha Nasya (oil / fat medication). maximum, moderate and minimum does of Avapidaka kind of nasya are 8,6 and 4drops respectively.

Indication Of Nasya Karma-

morning for Shleshma – increase of Kapha,

during midday for pitta,

in the evening or night for the healthy.

During Sharad (Autumn) and Vasantha (Spring)Ritu

It should be given in forenoon.

During winter, it should be given in midday.

Evenings in Grisma –summer,

when there is sunlight during Varsha- rainy season.

It should be done two times a day ( evening and morning )daily in the following disorders.

Vataja shiroroga –headache of vata origin

Hikka – Hiccup,

Ayama – tetanus,

Apatanaka – Convulsive disorders,

Manyasthambha – stiffness of the neck, and

Svarakshaya – hoarseness of voice,

In other diseases, it should be done on every alternative days for a week

Nasya Vidhi (Method Of Nasal Medication)-

elimination of urine and faeces,
Washing of the teeth and mouth.
Adequate dhoompan
Patients should lie down on bed (Nasya Shaiya).
Put oil on the scalp for massasge
Mrudu sneha on head
According to Ayurveda swedana should not be given on the head but it is only done for elimination and liquification of doshas.
After swedana smooth massage should be applied on following regions eg. Gala, kapola and lalata Pradesha.
During Nasya the patient should close his one nostril and should inhale the drug through the other.
In this manner two or three nasal medications should be administered to him.
If patient goes unconscious then cold water should be sprinkled over the face, avoiding head.

Features Of Adequate Nasya-

Langhana –lightness in the body

Nindra –good sleep

Shiralaghuta –lightness in the head

Srotas shuddhi-cleaning of channles

Indriya prasanana-sensorial happiness

Mana prasanana-mental happiness

Features Of Inadequate Nasya-

Indriya rukshta-dreness in senses

Aprasamana roga- no relief in disease

Kandu-itching

Anga guravam-heavyness in body

Nasa, Netra and Mukha srawa-hper secretion

Features Of Excessive Nasya-

Shirashool-headache

Indriya vibhrima-confusion

Kapha srawa- excessive salivation

Contraindication Of Nasya-

Nasya medication should not be administered to persons who

Have just then consumed water, wine, artificial poison /chronic poisoning (Garavisha) and fat (as

Part of Snehana therapy or who wish to consume them, soon,

Who have taken food just then,

Who have already taken bath or who desire to take bath-soon,

Who have had blood letting therapy- or severe bleeding due to other causes,

Who are having acute rhinitis,

Who are getting natural urges of the body;

The woman who has recently delivered,

patients of dyspnoea, COPD, Asthma and cough,

those who have undergone purification (Panchakarma) therapies (Vamana and Virechana)

who have been given Basti treatment – just then,

at unsuitable seasons and

on Sunless cloudy days except in emergency during diseases.

Kriya Nisiddha Vayas (unsuitable age for therapies) –

Nasya should not be administered to those who are less seven years and more than 80 years of age;

Dhuma- inhalation of smoke of drugs should not be administered for children below 18 years; Kavala- mouth gargling should not be administered for children below five years

Shodhana – purification (Panchakarma) therapies like Vamana, Virechana etc. should not be administered below 10 years and above 70 years of age

Benefits Of Nasya ( Nasya Phala) –

The skin, shoulders, neck face and chest become thick, well developed and bright; The body parts and the sense organs become strong disappearance of grey hairs will be obtained by persons who becomes habituated to nasal medication

Vitamin B-6

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Vitamin B6 is one of eight B vitamins, also known as pyridoxine. This group of vitamins is important for proper cell functioning. They help with metabolism, keeping cells healthy, and creating healthy blood cells.
Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble vitamin, which means it dissolves in water. The body does not store vitamin B6 and releases extra vitamins through the urine, so people need to get enough vitamin B6 regularly.

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Functions

Vitamin B6 has many functions, and it plays an important role in over 100 enzyme reactions. One of its important roles is in supporting the body to metabolize proteins, carbohydrates, and fats, for energy.

This vitamin is also involved in:

Strengthening immunity
Brain development in pregnant women and infants.
Creating neurotransmitters, including dopamine and serotonin.
Creating hemoglobin, which is a constituent of red blood cells that carries oxygen molecules.

Brain function

Vitamin B6 supports the formation of neurotransmitters, which are important chemical messengers in the brain. It also coordinates energy use in the brain.
Some research believes that vitamin B6 deficiency may be associated with cognitive decline.
According to the Office of dietary supplements, studies have suggested that older adults with higher blood levels of vitamin B6 have a better memory.
There is no evidence to suggest that taking vitamin B6 supplements improves cognition the people with or without dementia.

Nausea during pregnancy

Taking pyridoxine may play a significant role in mild symptoms of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.
It also believes that taking a combination of pyridoxine and doxylamine could help with moderate symptoms of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.
Based on the research, it is recommended that vitamin B6 supplements are safe, over-the-counter treatment for nausea during pregnancy.

Protection from air pollution

According to a study, it is indicated that vitamin B6 may beneficial in protecting people against the adverse effects of air pollution by reducing the impact of pollution on the epigenome.
The researchers hope their consequences may lead to new measures to prohibit epigenetic changes that can result from exposure to air pollution.

Other

Low plasma vitamin B6 concentrations may be associated with an increased risk of certain kinds of cancer, For example, people in the highest quintile had a 20% less chance of colorectal cancer.
However, the small number of clinical trials completed to date has not shown that vitamin B6 supplementation can help prevent cancer or reduce its impact on mortality.
Vitamin B6 supplements may reduce the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

Sources of Vitamin B-6

chickpeas (1 cup) gives 1.1 mg
beef liver (3 ounces) gives 0.9 mg
potatoes (1 cup) contributes 0.4 mg
banana (medium) provides 0.4 mg
tofu (half a cup) gives 0.1 mg
nuts (1 oz) provide 0.1 mg
yellow fin tuna (3 oz) provides 0.9 mg
roasted chicken breast (3 oz) provides 0.5 mg

Other sources of B6 include:

fortified foods, such as breakfast cereals
salmon bulgur
cottage cheese
squash
rice
raisins
turkey
marinara sauce
ground beef
waffles
onion
spinach
watermelon

Deficiency

Deficiency of vitamin B-6 may develop if a person has poor intestinal absorption or an individual is on synthetic estrogens, anticonvulsants, corticosteroids, or some other long-term medications.
Many deficiencies in vitamin B6 are combined with low levels of other B vitamins, such as vitamin B 12 and B-9.
Long-term, excessive alcohol intake may eventually result in a vitamin B6 deficiency, as can diabetes and hypothyroidism.

Signs and symptoms of vitamin B6 deficiency include

Peripheral neuropathy with a tingling sensation, numbness, and pain in the hands and feet
Depression
confusion
poor immune system
Anemia
seizures

In rare cases, vitamin B6 deficiency may result in pellagra a syndrome, like

may develop seborrheic dermatitis
inflammation of the lips, known as cheilosis
Inflammation of the tongue, (glossitis)
In children up to one year of age, seizures may persist even after treatment.
Some deficiencies, like peripheral neuropathy, can be in long term. In which the body makes abnormal red blood cells (sideroblastic anemia)

Dosage in certain conditions

In starting, 200-600 mg of vitamin B6 is given. The dose is decreased to 30-50 mg per day after optimal response.

For vitamin B6 deficiency:

In adults, the optimal dose is 2.5-25 mg daily for three weeks, then the dose is tapered. For women who are taking birth control pills, the dose is 25-30 mg per day.

For an eye disease that results in vision loss (age-related macular degeneration):

50 mg of vitamin B6 in the form of pyridoxine has been used daily in combination with 1000 mcg of cyanocobalamin and 2500 mcg of vitamin B-9 for about 7 years.

For hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis):

A unique supplement containing 250 mg of aged garlic extract, 300mcg of B-9, 100mg of L-arginine, 100 mcg of vitamin B12, 12.5 mg of vitamin B6 regularly for 12 months has been used.

Natural ways to boost Vitamin D

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Spend time in sunlight

As the sun is one of the best sources of Vitamin D, it is generally known as ‘The sunshine vitamin’.
Our skin forms Cholecalciferol (Vit. D3) and ergocalciferol ( Vit. D2) under deep layers of skin which are the stabler. When 7-Dehydrocholesterol is exposed to UV-B radiation from the sun, it is converted to vitamin D.
Vitamin D which is derived from the sun circulates two times as far as vitamin D from food or supplement. But the amount of vitamin D that your body forms depend on many factors.
Sunscreen can restrict the production of Vitamin D.
It’s very important to keep safe yourself from skin cancer by restricting excessive exposure to sunlight. The body needs very few unprotected sun rays to start producing vitamin D.
There is no official documentation or sources that define ten to fifteen minutes of sunlight exposure as sufficient to make plenty of vitamin D for lighter-skin tone individuals. Those with a darker skin tone may need more time.

Consume fatty fish and seafood

Consuming fatty fish and other seafood can supply enough amount of vitamin D.
A 100-gram serving of Salmon fish can supply up to 386 international units of vitamin D.
The exact amount of vitamin D in other kinds of seafood may differ depending on the type and species of fauna.
For an instance, farmed salmon may contain only 28 percent of the amount of wild-caught salmon according to some researches.

Other types of fish and seafood that are enriched in vitamin D include:

Tuna
Anchovies
Shrimp
Oysters
Mackerel
Sardines

Eat more mushrooms

Mushrooms are vegan and the only source of vitamin D for vegetarians.
Mushrooms can synthesize their vitamin D like humans but upon exposure to UV light.
Vitamin D can be produced in two forms, humans produce a form D3 or cholecalciferol, whereas mushrooms synthesize D2 or ergocalciferol.
Both these forms of this vitamin D can increase circulating vitamin D levels in the blood, Although D3 may increase levels more significantly and efficiently than D2 according to researches.
While vitamin D nutritional values depend on the variety of mushrooms, specific varieties, like 100 grams of wild mushrooms provide around 2,345 international units. That’s almost 300% of the reference daily intake.
Commercially grown types of mushrooms have lesser vitamin D. As wild mushrooms get sufficient exposure to sunlight to have a larger amount of vitamin D. One can also consume mushrooms treated with UV rays.
You should always take care of the accurate identification of wild mushrooms or farmed mushrooms. Always purchase from a trusted and verified suppliers such as a grocery shop or farmers market to restrict exposure to poisonous varieties.

Include egg yolks in your diet

Another good source of vitamin D are egg yolks that you can easily add to your daily meals.
Egg yolks have unevenly distributed vitamin D content, like many other natural food sources.
Conventionally raised chickens that don’t have access to the outdoors generally produce eggs harboring 3–5% of the reference daily intake.
However, Pasture-raised or free-range chickens provide up to five times more or up to twenty percent of the reference daily intake according to research. It depends on how much time the fowl spend outside.
Vitamin D content of eggs also depends on the feed of chicken. Those fed vitamin-D-enriched grains to chickens may produce more efficient yolks that boost well over 100 percent of the reference daily intake.

Eat fortified foods

Vitamin D is often added to raw/basic goods in a process called fortification because few foods naturally contain a high level of this nutrient.
One should keep in mind that the availability of the amount of vitamin D in fortified foods alters by country, brand, and type. Some commonly fortified goods include:
Tofu
Plant-based milk alternatives like coconut, peanut, soy, almond, and hemp milk
Juices
Readymade cereals
Specific types of yogurt
Cow’s milk

Vegan supplement options

A major amount of vitamin D supplements are generally derived from animal products. Therefore unnecessary for vegans, but a few options for vegan D supplement exist.
Vitamin D2 or ergocalciferol is a plant-derived nutrient and these D2 supplements are widely available for vegan friendly.
Vitamin D3 or cholecalciferol is significantly less common in the vegan diet than vitamin D2 but can be obtained from lichens.

Try a UV lamp

Although UV lamps are costly they emit UV-B radiation which may significantly boost your vitamin D levels.
UV lamps imitate the mode of action of the sun and can be significantly helpful if your sun exposure is poor due to geography or other reason.
With these devices, safety is the main concern, as excessive exposure could burn your skin. So the exposure is typically advised for no more than 15 minutes a time.