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Showing posts with label Coronary Artery Disease. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Coronary Artery Disease. Show all posts

Friday, June 8, 2018

How To Treat Ischemic Heart Disease Naturally?

Ischemic Heart Disease

Ischemic heart disease is also known as coronary artery disease which happens when excessive fat gets deposited and narrows the walls of the arteries of the heart thus reducing the blood flow. This condition is known as atherosclerosis which causes heart attack.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

In this case mild or even intense pain in chest (angina) or sometimes no pain can occur. Thus it is advised to go for regular checkups.

The signs and symptoms of Ischemic heart disease includes:

  • Mild to intense pain our chest or upper body
  • Severe, sharp pain in the left shoulder and /or between shoulder blades
  • Uncomfortable shortness of breath
  • Feeling weak
  • Experiencing cold sweats
  • Excess tiredness
  • Dizziness along with lightheadedness
  • Vomiting / Nausea

CAUSES

Ischemic heart disease causes are:

  • Obesity
  • Stress
  • Tobacco consumption
  • Risk Factors
  • Diabetes
  • High blood pressure
  • High cholesterol

COMPLICATIONS

Ischemic heart disease complications include:

  • Heart attack or stroke.
  • Abnormal heart rhythm and heart failure.
  • Frequent hospitalizations.

DIAGNOSIS

Ischemic Heart Disease can be diagnosed with following procedures:

  1. Blood test: Through blood tests levels of cholesterol, sugar, fats and protein in our blood is checked which can help to diagnose the prime factor for such heart conditions.
  2. Cardiac catheterization: In this a very long, thin and flexible tube is pushed through the blood vessel in the arm or groin towards the patient’s heart. After that, a contrast material is then injected through the long tube. An X-ray video is made which shows the heart functions and its blockages.
  3. Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG): By this method the electrical activity of the heart is viewed which helps to determine whether any part of the heart has become enlarged, has overworked or damaged. 12 to 15 electrodes helps to detect heart’s electrical currents which are attached to person’s arms, legs and chest with a sticky tape.
  4. Holter monitor: This device is used for recording the heart’s rhythms continuously.
  5. Radionuclide imaging (thallium stress test): This test is best to identify severe heart damage. In this a radioactive isotope is made to inject into the vein. A camera or scanner keeps recording and helps to diagnose the heart condition.
  6. Stress testing: it is done during exercise. This test reveals changes which happen to the heart’s rate, rhythm or electrical activity along with blood pressure.

LIFESTYLE

  • Avoid intake of sodium in your diet.
  • Try to take healthy diets including fibre rich foods - vegetables and fruits.
  • Exercise and practice some physical activities in your day to day tasks.
  • Risk of heart disease gets reduced by regular yoga , exercise and mediation to maintain  
  • blood pressure.
  • Avoid smoking because nicotine narrows the blood vessels and makes the heart to  work and pump more.
  • Try to get good and enough sleep.
  • Always keep your diabetes under control.

TREAT ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE NATURALLY

As we all know there is always an other side of coin, that means there are different ways to handle the same problem or situation. And here in case of Ischemic heart disease, we have Ayurvedic approach to treat Ischemic Heart Disease with the help of natural herbs. This vision was provided by Rishis and Achayra, that nature has solution to your every problem; the only thing you need to do is, to find it. But Planet Ayurveda has made these findings for us. They have formulated some magical natural formulations which has ability to cure fatal diseases. Their formulations are 100 % natural and chemical free. Heart Care Pack from Planet Ayurveda is a complete remedy for various heart diseases. It includes;

Heart Care Pack

1. Total Heart Support

Herbal Formulation which is good supporter of Heart System. Maintains the health of Heart and Blood Vessels.

Ingredients:-

  • Arjuna (Terminalia Arjuna) – This Herb is an important ingredient of total heart support, useful in the treatment of artery disease, heart failure. It controls high blood pressure and balances the level of cholesterol by decreasing the LDL cholesterol and maintaining HDL cholesterol in the body. The bark is very rich in Gallic acid, phytosterols and oligomeric, natural oxidants, saponins, proanthocyanidin for treating artery blockage, high cholesterol, angina, coronary artery disease and blood pressure. It enhances the pumping capacity of the heart on regular usage. Its usage is for relieving artery blockage. It strengthens the heart muscles.
  • Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera) - This herb has excellent properties like anti-inflammatory, antioxidant properties which helps to strengthen the heart muscles. Beneficial in stress, Anxiety and controlling blood Pressure.
  • Brahmi (Bacopa Monnieri) - As per Ayurveda this herb is useful to control the high blood pressure in the body beneficial to maintain the better heart health.
  • Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis) – The leaves and flowers of Shankhpushpi are used for treating high blood pressure. It is effective in relieving stress and anxiety.

DOSE: 1-2 Capsules twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

2. Arjun Tea

Ingredients:-

  • Arjuna (Terminalia Arjuna) – Very effective hypotensive, astringent, cardiac stimulant hypolipdemic and hemostatic .These amazing properties help in treating various diseases related to heart. It also strengthens weak heart muscles. It is effective in enhancing pumping activity of Heart.
  • Punarnava (Boerhavia Diffusa) - Punarnava is has two words "PUNAR" which means ‘again’ and "NAVA" which means ‘new’. It is very good for heart.
  • Pipal Tvak (Ficus Religiosa) - its bark, tender shoot, latex, leaves, fruits and seeds have beneficial medicinal properties. Its leaves are used for treating heart diseases and also effective in relieving palpitation of the heart and cardiac weakness.
  • Dalchini (Cinnamon Tamala) - It acts as a cardiac stimulant.
  • Choti Elaichi (Elettaria Cardamom) - Cardamom is an evergreen herbaceous plant. Seeds are useful in cardiac stimulation.

3. Arjun Capsules

Arjun capsules are the herbal formulation prepared by planet Ayurveda having excellent properties to manage high cholesterol levels in the body. The properties of this formulation is very beneficial to treat the heart diseases.

Ingredients:-

Arjuna (Terminalia Arjuna): Standard extract of Arjun capsule is used to clear the blockage of arteries and also improves blood circulation effectively. This is a natural herbal supplement for treating heart problems. Bark of this tree contains natural alkaloids and are much effective for heart problems.

DOSE: 1-2 Capsules twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

Thursday, January 11, 2018

Ayurvedic Treatment for Triple Vessel Disease - Symptoms, Causes & Herbal Remedies

Human heart has three main coronary arteries. When the blood vessels supplying blood, oxygen and nutrients to the heart gets damaged or plague gets build up  in arteries or there is  inflammation in arteries, it  leads to coronary artery disease wherein the arteries get narrowed thereby decreasing the blood flow to the heart.

Depending on the number of vessels that are narrowed, one has single, double and triple vessel disease. Critical narrowing of the arteries leads to angina or chest pain and shortness of breath. This usually occurs after physical activity or due to stress. A complete blockage leads to heart attack. It is more common in males than in females. It is a chronic disease.

The main cause of triple vessel or three vessel coronary artery disease is atherosclerosis which is a condition in which cholesterol accumulates in the artery walls, resulting in abnormal and gradual thickening of the lining of the heart arteries, causing the blood flow to be restricted.

According to Ayurveda, heart problem is termed as Hrid Shula which means pain in and around the heart. It is due to Vata imbalance.

CAUSES

Smoking, diabetes mellitus, hypertension and high blood fat levels or cholesterol levels are the main causes of coronary artery disease. A diet low in antioxidants, rich in saturated fats leads to blockage of arteries. Lack of exercise or sedentary lifestyle, stress, alcohol also contribute to the problem. Sleep apnea, high triglyceride levels, high sensitivity to C reactive protein may also lead to triple vessel disease.

Age is one of the cause too especially after the age of 40.

SYMPTOMS

The symptoms are usually visible in advanced stage of disease. Chest pain spreading from left arm or neck, back, throat or jaw, shortness of breath, palpitations, giddiness, cold sweaty hands etc are some of the visible symptoms of triple vessel disease.

Some complain of numbness in arms, shoulders and wrists. Vertigo and dizziness, nausea and vomiting, weakness, cold feet, loss of appetite, heartburn, loss of vision on one side , trouble during climbing heights or steps , getting emotional and irritated are other less common symptoms of triple vessel disease. Feeling of heaviness or someone squeezing the heart is another common symptom.

DIAGNOSE

Electrocardiogram, Echocardiogram, exercise stress test, nuclear scan test, stress thallium tests and cardiac catheterization or angiogram and CT scan are some of the ways to determine blocked arteries.

TREATMENT

Medicines aim at lowering the cholesterol levels and thereby decreasing the strain on the heart. In extreme cases, the affected arteries are reopened using an angioplasty and rerouted using cardiac bypass surgery.

Ayurvedic treatment for triple vessel disease aims at regulating blood pressure so that the functioning of heart gets easy .The herbs also work towards removing plaques from the walls of arteries to maintain a constant blood flow.

Planet Ayurveda offers a complete HEART CARE PACK to treat every kind of heart problem including Triple Vessel disease. The pack includes:

  1. Arjuna Capsules
  2. Arjuna Tea
  3. Total Health Support

Heart Care Pack

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Total Heart Support

This formulation is combination of Arjuna, Ashwagandha, Brahmi and Shankhapushpi. All these together support nervous control and strengthen heart muscles. Ashwagandha or Winthania Somnifera also known as Indian Ginseng works in managing blood pressure and diabetes. It helps in relieving stress and anxiety thereby reducing the chances of blocked arteries.

2. Arjuna Tea

Arjuna Tea contains the herbal powder of Arjuna to support heart muscles, blood vessels and circulatory system.

3. Arjuna Capsules

Arjuna Capsules contain standardized extract of Terminalia Arjuna or bark of Arjuna tree which is best in managing all heart problems and giving strength to the ailing heart along with controlling cholesterol levels. The bark is rich in natural oxidants.

Along with these Planet Ayurveda also offers Gotu Kola Capsules that support blood circulation and balance the three doshas in the body. These are good for heart as well as brain.

All the products are 100% safe and natural, free from any chemicals, additives, fillers or yeast.

The most commonly used herbs recommended in Ayurveda are:

Cinnamomum Zeylanica or cinnamon helps in lowering cholesterol levels and fighting symptoms like vomiting and nausea. Its usage reduces shortness of breath and strengthens the heart muscles.

Boerhavia Diffusa is another herb which is beneficial in relaxing heart muscles. It eliminates toxins from the body due to its diuretic properties.

Herbs like amalka, kutki, punarnava and triphala are also very useful in this problem.

Other herbs that can be used are turmeric, garlic, ginger, fenugreek, ginko, hemp seeds and cardamom. Coenzyme Q10, Omega 3 fatty acids, green tea, magnesium and potassium supplements are advised to be taken in this problem.

Turmeric powder mixed with gooseberry extract can be taken after food to help control cell deaths.

Gold Bhasm is very beneficial in providing vital strength to the heart muscles and restoring normal functioning of the heart.

Lifestyle change by including regular exercise like walking or joggin, fresh air, less stress and healthy eating habits is the key to treat any kind of heart problem. Yoga and Meditation are good to relieve stress.

Quitting smoking is the most important.

It is equally important to control conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes.

Getting plenty of sleep is very important in fixing this problem as sleep deprivation leads to depression and blood pressure problems which increase the risk of heart disease.

HOME REMEDIES TO TREAT TRIPLE VESSEL DISEASE

Taking flax seeds in diet either as flax seed oil or just as seeds helps a lot. It is advised to take 2-3 cloves of garlic 2-3 times a week.

One can drink a mix of lemon juice, ginger and garlic juice and apple vinegar, heated on low flame .Honey may also be added to the mix. It is advised to take one spoon on empty stomach,

Lemon dissolves fat that causes blockage. So it is highly recommended to drink lemon juice everyday without adding sugar or salt. Avoid iodized salt.

Cayenne Pepper is good for unblocking the arteries.

It is important to avoid foods rich in saturated fats and trans fats as they cause rise in bad cholesterol levels that gets deposited in arteries in the form of plague. Being obese leads to higher incidence of problems like diabetes and hypertension. One needs to take low fat, low salt diet which is rich in fruits especially pomegranate, apples, grapes, papaya and vegetables like spinach ,cabbage, cauliflower, kale, onions, mushrooms, and broccoli and whole grains. One can take peanut butter, coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, linseed oil. Artichoke, cocoa, barley, red yeast rice and oat bran are also beneficial in clearing blocked arteries.

The intake of bottle gourd soup is highly recommended.

Eating one or two servings of fish is also beneficial.

Fast foods, soft drinks, foods with artificial taste makers should be avoided.

It is also recommended to avoid all foods that promote inflammation like corn and soybean oils, all pasteurized and conventional dairy products, refined carbohydrates, meats etc.

Saturday, June 18, 2016

Ayurveda Treatment for Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Coronary Artery Disease is very common Heart disease that involves the impairment in the blood supply to the heart muscles via coronary arteries. It is due to thickening of the arteries because of plaque build up in the arteries (atherosclerosis). As a result, less supply of blood and oxygen goes to heart muscles which can lead to pain in the chest pain (Angina) or may cause Heart Attack.

It is also called as Coronary Heart Disease or Ischemic Heart Disease.

Ayurveda has designated heart as an origin of channel of rasa dhatu (which is first tissue out of seven recognized tissues). Digestion of food by gastric fire forms this rasa dhatu. Poor gastric fire, consumption of improper diet, mental stress etc. lead to production of toxins, vitiated rasa dhatu. Toxins (ama) from rasa dhatu go into the heart and create blockages in channels. Such blockages result in IHD.

SYMPTOMS OF CAD

Angina is the common symptom of CAD when artery is partially blocked, one feels pressure or tightness in the chest. May involve an aching, burning, or numb sensation and fullness or squeezing in your chest. Besides chest it may also be felt in the left shoulder, arms, neck, back or jaw.

Feeling of shortness of breath and sweating also accompanies.

Fatigue, dizziness, nausea, vomiting are most common features.

Heart Attack occurs if complete blockage of coronary artery occurs.

CAUSES

WHAT CAUSES CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE?

  • Atherosclerosis is the most common cause of CAD. This results because of narrowing and hardening of the arteries due to accumulation of cholesterol, fats and other substances forming a sticky material called plaque on inner walls of the coronary arteries. This narrowing and hardening of arteries reduces the blood supply to the heart muscles which makes the heart to receive less oxygen and nutrients required for the working of heart muscles which may cause chest pain discomfort known as Angina.
  • Other causes include coronary spasm: coronary artery embolism, dissection, aneurysm, and vasculitis.

CAUSES OF CAD - AYURVEDIC VIEW

"HRIDROGA" combination of Word 'HRID' defines 'heart' and 'ROG' defines 'disease'. As stated by Ayurveda heart is evaluated as a main channel for rasa and rakta dhatu. Unhealthy food intake and sedentary life style causes blockage in the heart. The main power controlling everything in the body is vata dosha. Vikrati of meda dhatu, kapha dosha blocks the way of vata. Aggravation of vata dosha causes pain in heart and other symptoms like cough, fatigue, palpitations, loss of appetite etc.

RISK FACTORS

MAJOR RISK FACTORS ARE

  • Lack of exercise and Physical inactivity.
  • Obesity is also one of the reason.
  • Stress and tension are certain predisposing factors that develop atherosclerosis
  • High cholesterol level, (particularly the "bad" component known as Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL)
  • Certain systemic diseases increase the risk, like High blood pressure (Hypertension), Diabetes and Hyperthyroidism.
  • Smoking and tobacco enhance the risk of CAD.
  • Strong family history of CAD.
  • Males are more prone and post-menopausal women are also at risk factor.
  • Age above 50 years.

LIFESTYLE

CERTAIN LIFESTYLE CHANGES ARE BENEFICIAL IN PREVENTION OF CAD:

  • Less use of sodium in your diet.
  • Keep healthy diets like fibre rich foods including vegetables and fruits.
  • Increase Physical Activity in your routine.
  • Regular yoga or exercise and mediation reduces the risk of heart disease by maintaining the blood pressure level.
  • Stop Smoking as nicotine constrict the blood vessels making the heart to work harder.
  • Get good and plentiful sleep.
  • Keep your diabetes under control.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR CAD

HEART CARE PACK



1. TOTAL HEART SUPPORT:

Herbal Formulation which is good supporter of Heart System. Maintains the health of Heart and Blood Vessels.

INGREDIENTS:-

  • Arjuna (Terminalia Arjuna) - Herb is the important ingredient of total heart support, useful in the treatment of artery disease, heart failure. It controls high blood pressure and balances the level of cholesterol by decreasing the LDL cholesterol and maintaining HDL cholesterol in the body. The bark part of the Arjuna tree is rich in natural oxidants, saponins, Gallic acid, phtosterols and oligomeric, proanthocyanidin and is used for many heart problems, as angina, coronary artery disease, artery blockage, high cholesterol, and blood pressure. It enhances the pumping capacity of the heart on regular usage. Its usage is for relieving artery blockage. It strengthens the heart muscles.
  • Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera) - This herb has excellent properties like anti-inflammatory, antioxidant properties which helps to strengthen the heart muscles. Beneficial in stress, Anxiety and controlling blood Pressure.
  • Brahmi (Bacopa Monnieri) - As per Ayurveda this herb is useful to control the high blood pressure in the body beneficial to maintain the better heart health.
  • Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis) - Its leaves and flowers are used in treating high blood pressure. Relieves stress and anxiety.

DOSE: 1-2 Capsules twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

2. ARJUN TEA:

INGREDIENTS:-

  • Arjuna (Terminalia Arjuna) - Arjuna is, cardiac stimulant, hypolipdemic, hypotensive, astringent and hemostatic, these properties makes it to be used for treating various diseases related to heart. It is helpful in strengthening the heart muscles. Enchances the pumping activity of Heart.
  • Punarnava (Boerhavia Diffusa) - Word punarnava is combination of two words "PUNAR" means ‘again’ and "NAVA" means ‘new’. Its properties are good for heart.
  • Pipal Tvak (Ficus Religiosa) -  Leaves, fruits, bark, tender shoot, latex and seeds have medicinal properties. The leaves of the peepal are used in the treatment of heart diseases. It is very effective in relieving palpitation of the heart and cardiac weakness.
  • Dalchini (Cinnamon Tamala) - It is a cardiac stimulant because of its properties.
  • Choti Elaichi (Elettaria Cardamom) - Cardamom is evergreen herbaceous plant. Seeds useful in cardiac stimulation.

DOSE: 1 cup daily is recommended.

3. ARJUN CAPSULES:

Arjun capsules are the herbal formulation prepared by planet Ayurveda having excellent properties to manage high cholesterol levels in the body. The properties of this formulation is very beneficial to treat the heart diseases.

INGREDIENTS:-

Arjuna (Terminalia Arjuna): Standard extract of Arjun capsule. Used to clear the blockage of arteries and also improves blood circulation effectively. This is a natural herbal supplement for treating heart problems. Bark of this tree contains natural alkaloids and are much effective for heart problems.

  • Prabhava (Special effects) – Hriday (Cardiac tonic)
  • Effective on doshas – Balances Kapha and pitta

DOSE: 1-2 Capsules twice daily, with plain water, after meals.

Monday, December 21, 2009

Ayurvedic Treatment for Blocked Coronary Arteries

Ayurvedic Treatment for Blocked Coronary Arteries

Blockage in coronary arteries is a a natural process of ageing. This natural process of coronary
artery blockage is however accelerated due to the following


• Smoking
• Stress
• Sugar (Diabetes)
• Blood Pressure
• Faulty Diet - (Too much saturated fats, trans fats in the food i.e. consumption of heavy, greasy food, fried items, deep fried potatoes/chips etc.)
• Alcohol not more than 100 ml / day



Usually the patients of Blocked Coronary arteries are recommended either Bypass surgery or Stent placement.
There are many cases who could not undergo bypass surgeries or stenting due to medical or financial reasons, are advised
dietary changes, lifestyle changes,natural heart supporting treatment.
I recommend the following ayurvedic treatment for coronary artery blockage and heart support.

This treatment of Packs should be done along with other modern medicine for about 3 months and from no. 2 to no. 8 for 6 months

The products like No. 3 and no. 4 and no. 6 should be taken for about a year to cleanse the system.


Nardiya Laxmi Vilas Ras - 5 gm
Nagarjuna Abhra Ras - 5 gm
praval Panchamrti - 5 gm
Hridyaarnav Ras- 5 gm
Mukta Pishti - 2 gm
Tapyadi Loh- 5 gm
Kalmegh Navayas Loh- 5 gm
Prabhakar vati - 5 gm
Vriht Vat Chintamani Ras - 2 gm
yashad Bhasma - 5 gm
Kamdudha Ras - 5 gm
Swarn Makshik Bhasma - 5 gm
Giloy Satv- 10 gm
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Mix all together, make 60 packs of equal dosage, consume once/ twice daily
with honey. Use with milk/juice if diabetic
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2. Khamira Gojaban Ambrijawahar wala - 1 teaspoonful twice daily
3. Cap. Arjuna - 2 capsules thrice daily
4. Arjun tea / Detox Tea - 1 cup twice daily
5. Syp. Ashwagandharishta - 3 teaspoonfuls twice daily, with equal water after meals
6. Syp. Arjun Saar - 3 tablespoonfuls twice daily, empty stomach, with equal water
7. Vara Churna - 1 teaspoonful once daily, at night, with warm water

8. Arjun Ghritum (Clarified butter made from Cow's milk) - 3-5 gms.daily to be used in diet -- Although Ghee is not recommended in Allopathic medicine, but in Ayurveda, use of Ghee is recommended. Now a days a lot of research has revealed that using Ghee can help improve HDL ( Protective cholesterol ) and help prevent heart attacks. Arjun Ghritam is a medicated Ghee made from processing the bark of Arjuna tree in Cow ghee.


Since the Coronary artery blockages or coronary artery disease is a serious health condition. So all who can undergo surgery or stenting
should follow the procedure. They can use the above treatment along with surgery, stenting or modern drugs
to provide support to the system.
Thanks :-)


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