What Is The Natural Treatment For Plague Bacteria (Black Death)?

Plague is a serious bacterial infection that is caused by a bacteria named Yersiniapestis. In earlier times it was also known as black death. This bacteria is mainly found inrodents, mainly rats and fleas which feed on these rats are the main modes of transmission of the infection. Humans and other animals get this infection from the bite of the infected rat or flea.

It was called black death as this infection destroyed many civilizations of Europe in ancient times. Plague affects usually people living in rural areas of Asia, Africa, and the USA. However, as compared to medieval times, its occurrence has decreased significantly. But this is a fatal disease that if not treated on time can cause the death of the patient. There are different types of Plague, most common of them is bubonic plague which affects lymph nodes of neck, groin, and armpits. Deadliest of them affects the lungs and can spread from one person to another.

Incidences and risk of plague have decreased a lot as only a few thousands of cases come into the light, throughout the world. Some factors like overcrowded rural or semi-rural areas where there are poor hygienic conditions and bad sanitation increase the risk of plague. Veterinary doctors have also a high risk of developing this disease as they might come in contact with infected dogs or other animals during their practice.

Plague if not treated timely and properly can cause many complications like gangrene, meningitis, and death.

TYPES OF PLAGUE

1. Bubonic Plague

As said above it is the most common type of plague and as the name suggests swollen lymph nodes (buboes) isthe main sign of it. Common signs and symptoms of this disease are:

Swollen lymph nodes or buboes in neck, armpit or groin. They may be as big as the egg of chicken and are firm and painful to touch. There may also be some generalized symptoms like chills, fever, fatigue, weakness, headache and muscle aches.

2. Septicemic Plague

When the infectious bacteria grow and multiply in your bloodstream it causes septicemic plague presenting with signs and symptoms like chills, fever, pain in the abdomen, profound weakness, vomiting, diarrhea, bleeding under skin, from nose, mouth or rectum, shock and gangrene formation in toes, fingers, and nose.

3. Pneumonic Plague

As the name suggests this type of plague affects lungs and it is a rare one but the most dangerous. Pneumonic plague is communicable and can spread from one person to others through droplets during cough. Signs and symptoms include cough, hemoptysis (bloody sputum), nausea, vomiting, headache, high-grade fever, weakness and pain in the chest. It spreads with great speed and can infect the whole respiratory system within 2-3 days resulting in failure of the respiratory system and eventually shock. It is fatal if not treated timely.

HOW IS PLAGUE TRANSMITTED?

The infecting bacteria Y.pestis is found in rodents, specifically rats and sometimes in dogs. Other animals like rabbits, squirrels, chipmunks, voles, and mice may be the source of infection. The Incidence of most of the cases of plague are caused by the bite of an infected animal or flea which fed on infected animals. Only the pneumonic plague in all of them is communicable and can be transmitted from person to person.

Other than a bite from an infected animal, broken skin of a person can cause infection when it comes in contact with the blood of an infected animal.

WHAT IS THE AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE OF PLAGUE?

Plague is a bacterial infection which is first manifested by swollen lymph nodes so according to Ayurveda, the Rasdhatu (lymph) is vitiated that causes lymph nodes to be swollen, firm and tender. This rasdhatu then vitiates Vayu which carries it to various parts of the body producing various signs and symptoms.

As per Ayurveda for the treatment of plague, this vitiated dhatu and Vatadosha are to be treated. Herbal remedies, dietary and lifestyle changes are used to treat plague naturally.

Planet Ayurveda, the best clinic for Ayurvedic treatment comes up with the specific herbal remedies which help to treat this disease naturally and completely. All the natural medicines are made using the best quality of herbs, under the strict supervision of Dr.Vikram Chauhan (MD - Ayurveda), an Ayurveda expert. No any chemicals, preservatives, dyes or fillers are not added in these medicines. These are purely vegetarian and not tested on animals.

Herbal Remedies For Plague

1. Immune Booster

These herbal capsules are made from grape seeds (Vitis vinifera), Go-Piyush (Bovine colostrum), Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri) and Amalaki (Emblica officinalis). All these herbs act together to boost the immunity of a person and prevent any kind of infections. Immune booster capsules clear the toxins from the body and prevent diseases. Especially respiratory diseases are checked by these herbal capsules.

Dosage- Take 2 capsules twice daily after meals with plain water.

2. Aarogyavardhini Vati

Antibacterial and antioxidant properties of these herbal tablets help to prevent and treat plague. It eliminates the toxins from the body and boosts the immune system. Various amazing herbs are used in it like Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), Shuddh shilajit (Purified Asphaltum), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), etc.

Dosage- Take 2 tablets twice daily after meals with plain water.

3. Kachnaar Guggul

It is a combination of various herbs like Kachnaar (Bauhinia variegata), Amalaki (Emblica Officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula), Ginger (Zingiber Officinalis), etc which help to treat the swollen and tender lymph nodes or buboes in Plague. Kachnaar guggul tablets are full of herbs which have antioxidant, anti-helminthic and astringent properties. Where ever there are hard swellings, cysts or fibroids, Kachnaar works wonder.

Dosage- Take 2 tablets twice daily after meals

4. Giloy Capsules

These are the single herb capsules which are made from Giloy or Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia). Giloy capsules help to relieve fever and other generalized associated symptoms like weakness, fatigue, and headache in Plague. It also possesses anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.

Dosage- 2 capsules twice daily after meals with plain water.

Reference- Bhavprakash Nighantu, Guduchiyadi Varg, Shloka no. 8 and 9

Meaning- Sanskrit names of giloy are Chandrahasa, Vayastha, Mandali, and Devnirmita. Giloy is Pungent, bitter and astringent. It is also sweet and a rasayana, hot in potency which provides strength to the body, illuminates the digestive fire, balances the tridosha. It helps to treat ama, thirst, diabetes, cough, anemia, skin diseases, Vata and rakta diseases, fever, and worm infestation. Giloy also helps to treat breathing disorders, digestive diseases, urinary diseases, heart diseases, and Vata diseases.

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Ayurvedic Treatment for Scabies / Skin Mites - Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Herbal Remedies

SKIN MITES / SCABIES

An itchy skin condition caused by an infestation of the itch mite Sarcoptes Scabiei is called scabies. Mites are usually very small parasites having eight legs. They produce intense itching .They are tiny and burrow into the skin. They are not visible to the naked eye.

Scabies can occur worldwide and it affects people of all races. They spread very fast in overcrowded and unhygienic conditions where body contact occurs. Many institutions like as nursing homes, extended care facilities and day care facilities are often become the most vulnerable areas of scabies outbreak.

SCABIES COMPLICATIONS

Excess itching of scabies makes it hard to resist scabies. Frequent scratching leads to open sores which become prone to infection. Bacterial skin infections, such as, impetigo is the most common complications of scabies. Scabies is seen as honey colored, oozing blisters. This type of infection is usually treated with antibiotics.

SCABIES OR SOMETHING ELSE?

Earlier this problem can be mistaken to be any other skin problem because the rashes looks almost similar. It looks like acne, or a mosquito bite. What makes scabies different is its harsh itch. Itching is more severe in small kids and the elder people.

WHERE DO SCABIES MITES LIVE?

They can live anywhere on the body but most likely found:

• Between the fingers
• Folds of wrist, elbows and knees.
• Around the waistline and navel.
• Breasts and genitals
• Head, neck, face, palms and even soles.

SCABIES SYMPTOMS

Mites which cause scabies dig deep into the skin and lay their eggs, forming a burrow which resembles a pencil mark. Its Eggs mature in 21 days.

• Itching
• Rashes
• Sores
• Abrasions on the skin
• Pimples on the trunk
• Small blisters on palm and soles
• Affects outer skin.

HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?

Scabies mites might only live upto 72 hours without human contact, but once it thrives a person it can live upto two months. Mites survive longer in colder conditions with higher humidity. When infests on a human, it burrows deep into the layers of skin and symptoms start begin visible within three to six weeks.

TESTS AND DIAGNOSIS

To diagnose scabies doctor examine skin, looking for signs of mites including the characteristic burrows.
During examination the doctor locates for a mite burrow, then takes a sample of the infected area of skin to examine under a microscope determining the presence of mites or their eggs.

CAUSE OF SKIN PROBLEMS IN AYURVEDA

An imbalance of tridoshas- vata, pitta and kapha leads to skin problems as per Ayurveda .The prime is pitta dosha.

Pitta dosha initiates contamination of body tissues and resulting in various skin diseases.

Ayurveda soothes the vitiated pitta doshas and also eradicates the toxins from our body.

NATURAL TREATMENT FOR SCABIES

Natural Herbal Remedies For Scabies / Skin Mites

1. Neem Capsules

Standardized extracts of 'Neem' herb (Azadirachta Indica) are used for preparing these capsules. Neem is known for its antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal properties. The use of Neem capsules is beneficial in managing skin disorders like eczema, dermatitis, warts, acne, psoriasis, boils, rashes, and Scabies.

Dosage: 2 capsules two times a day.

2. Tab. Gandhak Rasayan

To prepare these tablets, Shuddh Gandhak (Purified Sulphur) is combined with potent herbs like Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Vibhitaki (Terminalia bellerica), Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), Ela (Elettaria cardamomum), Patra (Cinnamomum tamala), Nagakeshara (Mesua ferrea), Bhringaraja (Eclipta alba), and Shunti (Zingiber officinalis). These tablets can treat fungal infections, purify the blood, reducing acne/pimples/itchiness, and improve skin complexion.

Dosage: 1 tablet three times a day.

3. Tab. Kaishore Guggul

Kaishore Guggul of is very does wonders for treating various skin diseases like: acne, eczema etc. In view of acient Ayurveda, skin problems results due to the imbalance of Pitta (heat) .This product consists of purifying herbs like – triphala and giloy (Tinospora cordifolia).  It is very useful in balancing, controlling and removing excess pitta thereby soothing the skin.It also cures ulcers, bleeding and inflammation associated with glandular cheilitis.

Major Ingredients Of Kaishore Guggul Are:

• Amalki (Emblica officinalis)
• Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica)
• Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
• Guggul (resin) (Commiphora mukul)
• Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia)
• Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
• Black pepper (Piper nigrum)
• Long pepper (Piper longum)
• Vidanga (Embelia ribes)
• Red physic nut (Baliospermum monatum)
• Indian jalap (Ipomoea turpethum)

Dosage: 1-2 tablets twice daily.

4. Spirulina Capsules

Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) is a blue green algae (cyanobacterium) Planet Ayurveda’s Spirulina capsules are of high nutritional value. Planet Ayurveda Spirulina capsules contain standardised extract of high nutritional value spirulina rather than only raw powder. It contains potassium, calcium, copper and iron elements and pigment such as beta-carotene.

Dosage: 1-2 capsules twice daily.

5. Tea Tree - Aloe Vera Bathing Bar

Planet Ayurveda's Tea Tree- Aloe Vera Premium Handmade bathing Bar is made with all natural extracts. Soap up and lather with normal plain water to reap its plentiful skin benefits. It is rich in antioxidants and leaves your skin soft and supple after every bath. It contains coconut oil, castor oil, cottonseed oil, sugar, palm oil, tea tree oil, aloe -Vera extract, fragrance and sodium hydroxide.

6. Green Tea – Aloe (Green Essential Gel Scrub)

Skin Refining-Exfoliating

Planet Ayurveda another gentle but effective formulation for use as a facial cleanser. It removes all traces of dead skin cells and opens blocked pores. Its regular use cleanses, invigorates, hydrates and softens the skin which makes your skin feel fresh and clean.

It contains EDTA, Allointoin, Aloe Vera Extract, Green Tea Extract, Glycerin, Carbomer-940, Scrub Grits, Iscaguard PEG, Perfume and D.M.Water.

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Herbal Remedies for Fish Odour Syndrome (Trimethylaminuria) - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

Fish Odour Syndrome (Trimethylaminuria) is a metabolic disorder that occurs when the body of a person is unable to break down trimethylaminuria which is a nitrogen containing compound. The compound trimethylaminuria is produced by the intestines and has a fishy odour. It is produced when certain types of food such as eggs, legumes, fish etc. are eaten.

As a result, trimethylamine starts accumulating in the body and is released in the sweat, reproductive fluids like vaginal fluids, urine and breath which leads to its characteristic odour. This unpleasant odour leads to social and psychological problems in individuals. This condition is more commonly found in women.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF FISH ODOUR SYNDROME?

• In some people, fish odour syndrome occurs in people who do not have changes in both copies of FMO3 gene. In such cases, trimethylaminuria may be caused by the high levels of trimethylaminuria due to the presence of more trimethylamine producing bacteria in the gut.
• Due to a diet rich in foods that create trimethylamine as they are metabolised.
• Heredity: It is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner. If the parents of a child have trimethylaminuria, then children will be carriers of the faulty gene.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF FISH ODOUR SYNDROME?

The symptoms of fish odour syndrome can sometimes be seen in premature infants as well as in some women at the time of menstruation.

It is characterised by a fishy odour that occurs due to the excess release of trimethylamine in the patient’s sweat, urine, breath.

Some people have constant strong odour while most have a moderate odour that can vary.

In women, the odour may be severe just before or during menstruation.

Factors such as sweating, excessive exercise, stress may also worsen the odour.

DIAGNOSIS

A urine test and genetic testing can be done to confirm the diagnosis.

TREATMENT

According to modern medicine, there is no cure for fish odour syndrome but there are certain ways to reduce the symptoms like avoiding certain foods that contain trimethylamine and by decreasing the dosage of anti-biotics.

Modern treatment includes certain dietary restrictions, use of certain lotions and soaps to remove the secreted trimethylamine on the skin and the use of activated charcoal and copper chlorophyllin and riboflavin supplements.

TREATMENT OF FISH ODOUR SYNDROME ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda offers herbal remedies for the treatment of fish odour syndrome to treat it naturally and to avoid odour.

HERBAL REMEDIES OFFERED BY PLANET AYURVEDA ARE

1. Manjishtha Capsules
2. Pitta Shamak - 2
3. Navkarshik Churna
4. Gandhak Rasayan
5. Kaishore Guggul
6. Neem Oil
7. Royal Honey Shower Gel

Fish Odor Pack

1. Manjishtha Capsules

Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia) is an herb used in Ayurvedic practice for detoxification. Its extract is extensively used for many skin diseases. It is considered as an anti-toxic as well as anti-poisonous herb. It is considered as a pitta calming herb so it is used in the diseases of tissues where Pitta is involved such as skin wounds, diseases etc.

Dose: 1 capsule twice daily with warm water.

2. Navkarshik Churna

Navkarshik Churna is an age old Ayurvedic medicine. The herbs present in this churna act together in a synergistic manner and help in purifying the blood and also corrects the metabolism of the body. It acts as an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial.

Ingredients used in Navkarshik Churna are:

Sr. No.	Indian Name	Botanical Name	Parts	Quantity
1.	Amla	Emblica officinalis	Fruits	22.22 gm
2.	Haritaki	Terminalia chebula	Fruits	22.22 gm
3.	Bahera	Terminalia bellerica	Fruits	22.22 gm
4.	Vacha	Acorus calamus	Roots	22.22 gm
5.	Neem	Azadirachta indica	Leaves	22.22 gm
6.	Manjishtha	Rubia cordifolia	Whole	22.22 gm
7.	Giloy	Tinospora cordifolia	Stem	22.22 gm
8.	Daruhaldi	Berberis aristata	Rhizome		22.22 gm
9.	Katuki	Picorrhiza kurroa	Stem		22.22 gm

Dose: 1 teaspoonful twice daily with warm water.

3.Gandhak Rasayan

Gandhak Rasayan is an Ayurvedic medicine used in the treatment of skin diseases, provides nourishment, improves digestion strength and mostly indicated in the diseases arising due to depleted body tissues, itching, skin diseases and other toxic conditions.

Dose: 2 tablets twice daily with warm water.

4. Kaishore Guggul

Kaishor guggul is a very famous Ayurvedic medicine that acts as a natural blood cleanser, aging skin health promoter and is widely used in various skin diseases. It contains natural blood purifying herbs such as Triphala and Giloy. Triphala is the nature's best remedy for detox as it removes toxins within the blood and therefore useful in all metabolic disorders.

Dose: 2 tablets twice daily with warm water.

5. Neem Oil

For external application, mix neem oil with jatyadhi oil and apply on the affected skin. Jatayadi oil is an Ayurvedic medicine used for the external application as it heals the wounds quickly. It is applied over the infected skin diseases. Jatyadi oil balances Pitta and kapha doshas.

Neem oil has immense benefits. Neem oil helps in cleansing and healing the wounds quickly. It is useful in numerous skin diseases.

Dose: For Local Application.

6. Royal Honey Shower Gel

Use Royal Honey Shower Gel for bathing as it contains natural ingredients that are anti-bacterial and anti-septic in nature that helps in relieving the bad odour.

Usage: Use for bathing.

7. Pitta Shamak - 2

Pitta Shamak - 2 is a capsule formulation by Planet Ayurveda which consists of standardised extracts of herbs Pitta papda (Fumaria indica) and Patol (Trichosanthes dioica). These capsules mainly have a pitta pacifying effect as the name suggests. As pitta dosha is responsible for maintaining the metabolism of trimethylaminuria in Fish Odour Syndrome, so the pitta pacifying effect of these capsules are quite effective in it.

Dose: 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

DIET AND LIFESTYLE

• Avoid non-vegetarian foods such as seafood, eggs.
• Avoid beans and peanuts.
• Avoid supplements containing lecithin.
• Avoid strenuous exercise. Try only gentle exercises that don’t make you sweat as much.
• Take time to relax as stress can make the symptoms worse.
• Wear washed clothes.

Kutajarishta - Ingredients, Methods of Preparation, Benefits, Uses, Dose & Side Effects

Kutajarishta (Kutajarishtam) is an amazing Herbal medicine (in liquid form) involving 5 - 10 % of self-generated alcohol in it. This alcohol which is self-generated and the water in the product acts as a main source to deliver alcohol and water with dissolved active herbal components to the body. It is very beneficial to use in Herbal and natural treatment of irritable bowel syndrome, diarrhoea, dysentery, fever, bleeding, Crohn's disease, and haemorrhoids. It also strengthens the digestive system and the digestion power. It has ability to manage vata as well as kapha in body. It has enormous beneficial properties because of all the herbs present in it such as its astringent, stimulating, detoxifying, anti-bacterial, anti-dysenteric, and digestive properties.

INGREDIENTS OF KUTAJARISHTA

S. No.	Name	Latin Name	Part Used	Quantity
1	Kutaja	Holarrhena antidysentrica	Stem bark	4.8kg
2	Dry grapes	--	--	2.8kg
3	Madhuka	Madhuka indica	Flower	480gm
4	Ganbhari	Gmelina arborea	Stem/bark or root	480gm
5	Water for decoction	--	--	49.152kg
6	Jaggery	--	--	4.8kg
7	Dhataki	Woodfordia fruticosa	Flower	960gm

METHODS OF PREPARATION

Herbs are used in the powdered form like Kutaja, dry grapes, madhuka, gambhari and then this powder is added into water, boiled so as to make decoction which is reduced to specified quantity (21.288 litres) and then it is strained. Jaggery is added into it and dissolved. Again strained and after that another herb is added known as Dhataki to it. After this procedure, it is kept closed in an air tight container at least for a period of one month so as to complete the process of fermentation. It is then taken out, filtered and preserved after completion of a month.

BENEFITS OF HERBS

Kutaja - Every part of this herb is very important which includes kutaja bark, kutaja stem, kutaja flowers and kutaja seeds.

1. Kutaja

Kutaja Bark

• Kutaja bark helps in the treatment of diarrhoea (absorbs the moisture).
• Kutaja bark helps in maintaining the balance between the kapha and pitta.
• This part of kutaja helps in the treatment of diseases related to digestive system.
• The kutaja bark relieve ama and helps in the management of indigestion.
• This part of kutaja helps in the management of bleeding disorders like bleeding haemorrhoids.

Kutaja Flowers

• The flowers of kutaja are natural coolants.
• The kutaja flowers helps in the management of gastrointestinal tract problems.
• These flowers increases vata and helps in maintaining the balance in between the kapha and pitta.
• These flowers helps to get rid of bleeding disorders.
• These flowers helps in the treatment of diarrhoea.

Kutaja Fruit

• The kutaja fruit maintains the balance in all the three doshas of the body.
• This flower relieves ama and helps in increasing the digestive strength.
• These flowers helps in the treatment of piles, gout and detoxifies blood.

Kutaja Seeds

• These seeds helps in maintaining the balance between the three doshas of the body.
• These seeds are useful in the treatment of diarrhoea, fever and ulcerative colitis.

2. Dry Grapes

• After ingestion, dry grapes swell up in the blood and helps in the treatment of constipation and diarrhoea.
• It helps in maintaining optimum energy levels.

3. Madhuka

• This plant is wonderful in the treatment of digestive ailments.
• This herb increases the kapha dosha and helps in reduction of vitiated vata and pitta dosha.
• Madhuka's bark (decoction 30-40 ml) helps in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome as well as diarrhoea.
• Madhuka tree's fruit is indicated in the treatment of bleeding disorders.
• This fruit helps in increasing the immunity and provides strength.

4. Ganbhari

• This plant helps in the treatment of inflammation and inflammatory diseases like ulcerative colitis.
• This plant balances the vata and pitta dosha.
• This herb helps in the improvement of digestion as well as absorption in the body.
• It is a wonderful aphrodisiac agent.

5. Jaggery

It is wonderful product which can easily be found in the Indian kitchen. Its amazing benefits helps in the treatment of several diseases which are as follows:

• Jaggery helps in the management of constipation.
• Jaggery helps in detoxification of liver.
• Jaggery helps in cleansing blood and acts as a blood purifier.
• Jaggery helps in boosting the immune system.
• Jaggery helps in promoting intestinal health and gives cooling effect to the stomach.

6. Dhataki

• Dhataki is an amazing herb which helps in the treatment of diseases like piles, dysentery and diarrhoea due to its astringent properties.

USES OR INDICATIONS OF KUTAJRISHTA

• Kutajarishta is most commonly used for conditions like fever, bleeding disorders of intestine, irritable bowel syndrome, crohn's disease, and haemorrhoids.
• This Ayurvedic medicine helps in strengthening the digestive power.
• It helps in the treatment of loose motions and bloody dysentery.
• It is the best ayurvedic remedy in the treatment of malabsorption syndrome.
• It is a wonderful ayurvedic medicine in dysentery and chronic diarrhoea.
• It helps in treating diarrhoea with blood by reducing intestinal motility.
• Kutajarishta helps in the treatment of chronic fever as well as long continued fever.
• It is useful medicine which is formulated to treat the piles (especially in case of Bleeding Piles) with discharge of mucus.
• It improves digestion, appetite and assimilation due to its certain properties.
• It is also wonderful in cough.
• It helps in the management of the symptoms of anorexia.
• This Ayurvedic medicine has amazing therapeutic effects in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis.

DOSAGE

• Have at least 15-25 ml once a day or twice daily and is usually advised after meals.
• It can be mixed with equal quantity of water, in case there is a need.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

• There are no as such side effects of kutajrishta noticed.
• A very high dose of Kutajarishta results in constipation.
• It is bitter in taste which can results in nausea, vomiting and tastelessness.
• Lower dose of this medicine is safe to be used in children but only in children who are above 5 years of age. This medicine cannot be given to children who are below 5 years of age.

Ayurvedic Treatment for Harlequin Syndrome - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Herbal Remedies

The body consists of central nervous system which control functions such as sweating, skin flushing, and response of pupil to stimuli. Harlequin syndrome usually occurs due some effects on the automic nervous system which causes hindrance in the performance of various functions performed by central nervous system and further leads to asymmetric sweating and flushing of skin on some parts of the body that includes body parts such as face arms and chest.

COMMON SYMPTOMS

• Flushing and sweating of the face,neck and upper chest region
• This mostly occurs due to exposure to heat
• Tearing of eyes
• Nasal discharge
• Abnormal contraction of pupils
• Weakness in neck muscles
• Dropping of one side of upper eyelid

DIAGNOSIS

• Consistent signs and symptoms of the condition can help in the diagnosis so it is done by clinical observation.
• Sometimes MRI is also suggested by doctors.
• Tilt table test, orthostatic blood pressure measurement, head-up test, valsalva maneuver, thermoregulatory sweat test, tendon reflex test.
• In some cases CT scan of the heart and lungs may be suggested by the doctor.

TREATMENT

There isn’t any specific treatment regimen for the condition. Surgical intervention is recommended is certain cases. When it’s possible for the doctor to spot the impaired nerve, then the damage can be rectified. In this process, a stellate ganglion block is conducted. For the stellate ganglion block, a local anesthetic is administered; it has been proved that this technique can reduce the duration and the intensity of the symptoms of the harlequin syndrome. Though this technique is rather new, is is quite effective in the management of the disorder.

As we know that there is no particular scientific treatment for this problem also, this can only be cured with the help of natural medicines that are made from herbs.

This problem can only be cured through natural herbal remedies. Planet Ayurveda is known for offering effective herbal treatment for a number of diseases. These are made by using 100 percent pure herbs without addition of any chemical, additive or preservative. Hence, these are free from side effects. All of these are 100 percent herbal. The house also has effective Ayurvedic treatment for Harlequin syndrome.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR HARLEQUIN SYNDROME

There is combination of certain herbal medicines stated below:

1. Curcumin Capsules
2. Tab. Gandhak Rasayan
3. Ashwagandha Capsules
4. Cap. Pitta Balance

Herbal Remedies for Harlequin Syndrome

1. Curcumin Capsules

Curcumin capsules are made using pure and standardized extracts of herb curcuma longa. The herb contains beneficial compound cur cumin. Cur cumin is actually a yellow pigment that is also responsible for yellow color of turmeric. The compound is known to have anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that will help to deal with this health problem.

2. Tab Gandhak Rasayan

This product is considered excellent to control sweat that occurs on the face, neck and upper chest region. These tables are made using the pure gandhak and sharkara. These tablets are considered highly beneficial to control this problem.

3. Ashwagandha Capsules

Ashwagandha capsules from the house are made using the pure and standardized extract of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). Hence the name of the product. Ashwagandha herb is frequently used in Ayurveda for a number of health problems. For healthy functioning of nervous system, this herb has an important role to play.

4. Cap Pitta Balance

Aggravation of pitta leads to excessive heat production in the body. It results in excessive sweating in affected body parts. So to control sweating, pitta dosha should be balanced. For this reason, the combination of medicines also consists of pitta balance capsules. The capsules are there to balance the pitta dosha and thus regulate the heat production and in turn control sweating.

Pitta balance is a great source of natural calcium too as it contains natural calcium compounds. The product is prepared using mixture of five important herbs such as Praval pishti (Coral calcium), Akik pishti (Agate calcium), Kamdhudha ras (Calcium compound), Mukta pishti (Pearl calcium) and Giloy satva (Tinospora cordifolia).

Let's discuss about the dosage and quantity of the above herbal remedies

SR. NO.	HERBAL REMEDIES	QUANTITY	DOSAGE
1.	Curcumin Capsules	Each bottle contains 60 capsules	2 capsules twice a day (with plain water after meals)
2.	Tab. Gandhak Rasayan	Each bottle contains 120 tablets	2 tablets twice a day (with plain water after meals)
3.	Ashwagandha Capsules	Each bottle contains 60 capsules	1 capsule twice a day (with plain water after meals)
4.	Cap Pitta Balance	Each bottle contains 60 capsules	1 capsules twice a day (with plain water after meals)

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DIETARY RECOMMENDATIONS

Our diet also plays an important role to keep us healthy. To control the symptoms of harlequin syndrome, we should avoid food items that are actually responsible for heat production in our body. A person with this problem should take pitta pacifying diet.

Fruits such as apple, mango, pomegranates, cranberries, figs, grapes, melons, pears, pineapple, prunes, oranges, raspberries, dates are good for pitta dosha. So one may include these fruits in his diet.

Cabbage, asparagus, cucumber, lettuce, Cauliflower, sunflower, cilantro, bell peppers, corn, broccoli, peas and alfalfa are good ones to pacify pitta dosha.

Sweeteners such as fruit sugar, honey can also be taken. Dairy products such as cream, ghee and milk are the best.

Spices such as cumin, coriander, cardamom, mint and turmeric can be used. All these are healthy ones. So always cook your food using these spices. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Caffeinated drinks should be avoided. Excess of Almonds, cashew nuts, walnuts are also bad for pitta dosha. So, these must also be avoided.

Ayurvedic Treatment of Osteoarthritis - Signs, Symptoms, Causes & Natural Herbal Treatment

Osteoarthritis is the most common long lasting chronic joint disease. A joint where two bones come together and these ends are covered with a protective layer or tissue is known as cartilage. It is a is a protein that acts as a cushion in between the joints. Osteoarthritis results the breakdown of cartilage resulting chronic pain, stiffness and other symptoms. Sometimes osteoarthritis is called degenerative arthritis or wear-and-tear arthritis. OA affecting approx 27 million Americans. OA commonly affects the joints of hip, knees, spine and hands.

The prevalence of OA is more frequent before the age of 45 in males. In females it occurs more frequently after age of 55. In United States the male and female both are equally affected.

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF OSTEOARTHRITIS

The sign and symptoms vary with the patients. Osteoarthritis is commonly affects the Spine, hips, hands and mostly weight bearing joints. OA develops slowly and grows with the time.

The symptoms of Osteoarthritis include:

• Pain in joints: Your joints may damage during movement.
• Tenderness of joints: Joints may feel tender when you apply light pressure on it.
• Stiffness of joints: Joint stiffness can be most noticeable when you wake up in the morning.
• Bony growth (Spurs): Bone spurs, which feel like hard lumps, may form around the affected joint.
• Clicking or cracking sound when hand or leg joints bend.
• Mild swelling occurs around the joints.

CAUSES OF OSTEOARTHRITIS

Osteoarthritis caused by joint damage. Idiopathic osteoarthritis i.e. osteoarthritis not occurs from injury or disease, or it is a result of aging of the joints.

Other causes of joint damage include:

• Breakdown of  cartilage
• Dislocated joints
• Ligament rupture
• Joint malformation
• Obesity
• Poor posture
• Family history
• Gender

DIAGNOSIS OF OSTEOARTHRITIS

There are many diagnostic tests for Osteoarthritis; it ruled out after taking medical history and physical examination.

• Blood tests: Blood tests are usually not helpful in diagnosis. Moreover the following tests are helpful for accurate diagnosis.
• Joint aspiration: The experts numb the affected area and insert a needle into the joint to take fluid. The collected FNAC sample ruled out the evidence of crystals in the joint.
• X-RAY: The X-Ray report shows all the deformities of bone joints.
• MRI: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is more expensive than X-rays, but shows better images of cartilage and other structures.

RISK FACTOR OF OSTEOARTHRITIS

There are some factors which may increase your risk of osteoarthritis include:

• The risk of Osteoarthritis increases with age.
• Women are more prone to develop osteoarthritis
• Obesity
• Joint injuries 
• Genetics factor
• Bone deformities

NATURAL TREATMENTS FOR ARTHRITIS

Currently there are a number of alternative treatments available for osteoarthritis. Many people who have OA found relief naturally by changing their diets, lifestyles.

The Ayurvedic treatment gives excellent results when treated at regular intervals with the detox (Panchakarma) and revitalizing therapies combined with internal medications.

There are natural treatments for Arthritis:

1. Weight Loss:

It is the best remedy for maintaining a healthy weight. Obesity increases your risk of Arthritis because excess weight puts pressure on your joints. Your hips and knees bear most of your body's weight.

2. Exercise:

Physical activity is essential for people who have Osteoarthritis.

• Calf and Hamstring Stretches
• Half Squats
• Exercise programs should include aerobic exercise like walking.

3. Acupuncture:

Acupuncture helps relieve pain and disability due to arthritis.

4. Improve Diet:

• Omega -3 foods: Everyone needs omega-3 fatty acids in their diet for optimum health. You may get relief from joint pain.
• Foods high in sulfur: Sulfur contains onions, garlic, asparagus and cabbage.
• Bone broth: These are antioxidants that help lower inflammation, arthritis and joint pain.
• High antioxidant food (especially fruits and vegetables
• High fibrous food

AYURVEDIC ASPECTS OF OSTEOARTHRITIS

According to Ayurveda, Osteoarthritis develops due to imbalance in Vata Dosha in the body. This disorder affects joints, mainly Knees, hips, spine and joints in the hands. The imbalanced Vata dries up the Kapha (Synovial fluid-Shleshak Kapha) in the joints. This disease condition gradually worsens if not properly taken care off. However, Ayurvedic treatment for Osteoarthritis does not cause any side effects and gives longer lasting results.

HERBAL REMEDIES BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda offers the best combination of pure herbs Joint care pack which is very effective for the treatment of Osteoarthritis. This care pack contains 100% natural and pure vegetarian ingredients with no additives and chemicals. This pack contains following herbal medicines:

1. Bone Support
2. Coral Calcium Complex
3. Joint Aid Plus
4. Curcumin Capsules

Joint Support Pack

1. Bone Support:

This medicine is one of the most effective that contains calcium rich ingredients and standardized herbs.

The ingredients are:

• Shudh Laksha (Laccifer lacca)
• Suhanjana Beej (Moringa oliefera)
• Hadjod (Cissus quadrangular)
• Arjun (Terminalia Arjuna)
• Praval pisti (Corallium rubrum)
• Mukta (Pearl calcium compound)

Dosage: 2 Capsules twice daily with plain water after meal.

2. Coral Calcium Complex:

These capsules are purely vegetarian and rich in mineral such as Phosphorus, magnesium, silica and vitamin D.

The ingredients are:

• Parval pishti (coral)
• Akik pishti (agate)
• Jawar mohra pishti
• Kamdhudha ras
• Mukta pishti (pearl)
• Giloy satva (Guduchi).

Dosage: 1 Capsules twice daily with plain water after meal.

3. Joint Aid Plus:

This medicine by Planet Ayurveda is dealing with all joint disorders. This product is useful for reducing the inflammation and pain in the joints. These ingredients are:

• Nirgundi (Vitex negundo)
• Shallaki (Boswellia serrata)
• Guggul (Commiphora mukul)
• Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
• Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)

Dosage: 2 Capsules twice daily with plain water after meal.

4. Curcumin Capsules:

Curcumin contains Curcumin longa the pure and standardized extracts. Curcumin is effective in reducing the amount of ama (toxins) in the joints as well as helpful in maintaining a healthy immune system.

Dosage: 2 Capsules twice daily with plain water after meal.

Ayurvedic Treatment for Esophageal Varices - Symptoms, Diagnosis & Herbal Remedies

ESOPHAGEAL VARICES: OVERVIEW

'Esophageal varices' is a medical term used for describing abnormal, swollen veins in the lower part of the Esophagus --- the tube connecting the throat and the stomach. The occurrence of Esophageal varices is mostly associated with serious/advanced liver diseases.

Esophageal varices can be described as a condition of extremely dilated sub-mucosal portal veins (the veins supplying blood to the liver) in the lower portion of the Esophagus. These veins become abnormally enlarged due to the blockage of normal blood flow to the liver because of a clot or scar tissue in the liver. As a result of the blockage, the blood flows into smaller blood vessels (including vessels in the esophagus) which surround the varices but do not have the capability to carry large amounts of blood.

Esophageal varices can potentially trigger life-threatening bleeding if they rupture or leak blood. The risk of bleeding in people suffering from Esophageal varices increases due to 'portal hypertension' -- that is, excessive pressure of blood in the portal veins -- which commonly occurs in case of Cirrhosis or other severe liver conditions. Besides liver diseases, portal hypertension can also occur in a condition called portal vein thrombosis, in which blood clots are formed inside the portal veins.

Generally, the chances of bleeding are higher if varices are excessively enlarged. Bleeding is an emergency which needs to be treated urgently because uncontrolled bleeding can be fatal.

SYMPTOMS OF ESOPHAGEAL VARICES

There are usually no symptoms of Esophageal varices until the veins start bleeding. The most common indications of the onset of bleeding due to Esophageal varices include:

• Vomiting, with significant amounts of blood (Hematemesis)
• Bloody, tar-like or blackish stools
• Pain in the stomach
• Light-headedness of loss of consciousness
• Signs of ‘Shock’ (in severe cases), with pale, sweaty skin, and breathing irregularities.

Since the symptoms of Esophageal varices are noticeable only after the onset of bleeding of the affected veins, the condition can result in alarming low blood pressure because of loss of blood, and can lead to multiple organ damage.

DIAGNOSIS OF ESOPHAGEAL VARICES

For initial diagnosis of Esophageal varices, doctors mostly ask the patients about their symptoms, and carry out a physical examination. To confirm the diagnosis, the doctors perform some tests which may include:

• Blood tests: for evaluating blood cell count as well as liver and kidney function
• CT scan, MRI scan and other Imaging tests: to check the blood flow in and around the liver and abdominal organs
• Endoscopy: to take a closer look at dilated veins and affected organs, and also to take tissue samples and treat bleeding.

TREATMENT OF ESOPHAGEAL VARICES

The line of treatment for Esophageal varices involves the use of medical procedures to stop bleeding, the use of beta blocker drugs, and even liver transplant (in rare cases).

To manage Esophageal varices in a natural manner, Ayurvedic remedies can be very beneficial. Renowned Ayurvedic experts at herbal manufacturing company Planet Ayurveda have prepared some extremely effective herbal formulations for managing Esophageal varices. These herbal formulations are:

Herbal Remedies for Esophageal Varices

1. Punarnava Mandoor Tablets

These tablets are prepared from a combination of potent herbs which have the ability to increase blood count, improve the quality of blood, treat anaemia, control cholesterol, decrease urea and creatinine levels, remove toxins from the body, and manage a number of other health conditions.

The herbal components of Punarnava Mandoor tablets include: Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa), Mandoor Bhasma (Ferric oxide calx), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Shunti (Zingiber officinale), Pippali (Piper longum), Maricha (Piper nigrum), Haridra (Curcuma longa), Chavya (Piper chaba), Vidanga (Embelia ribes), and Chitrak Mool (Plumbago zeylanica).

Dosage: 2 tablets two times daily, with plain water, after meals.

2. Liver Detox Capsules

Liver Detox capsules are an excellent herbal formulation that is helpful in managing several liver conditions which can be a major causative factor for Esophageal varices. The use of these capsules is beneficial in maintaining healthy functioning of the liver, cleansing and detoxifying the liver, promoting digestion, lowering cholesterol levels, and supporting overall good health by providing sufficient amounts of nutrients to the body.

The herbal extracts used for preparing these capsules include: Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Makoy (Solanum nigrum), Kasni (Cichorium intybus), Biranjasipha (Achillea millefolium), Himsra (Capparis spinosa), Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa), Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), and Jhavuka (Tamarix gallica). All these herbs synergistically have proven properties for detoxification of the body, particularly detoxification of the liver.

Dosage: 1- 2 capsules two times a day, with lukewarm water, half an hour after meals.

3. Phyllanthus Niruri Capsules

The standardized herbal extract of the ‘Bhumi amla’ herb (Phyllanthus niruri) is used for the preparation of these capsules. The herb is known for its immense medicinal value, especially its diuretic, acrid, cooling, and alexipharmic properties.

The use of these capsules is beneficial in improving the liver function, purifying the blood, boosting the immune system, and treating anaemia. The capsules are also useful in managing several gastrointestinal disorders, including hyperacidity, excessive thirst, constipation, and loss of appetite.

Dosage: 1-2 capsules, twice daily, after meals.

4. Indian Echinacea Capsules

These capsules are prepared from the standardized extract of ‘Indian Echinacea’ herb (Kalmeghor Andrographis paniculata) which is widely used in Ayurvedic formulations. Indian Echinacea is considered an excellent herbal supplement because of its anti-parasitic, immuno-stimulant, antibiotic, anti-viral, and anti-inflammatory properties.

The use of Indian Echinacea capsules is helpful in managing liver and kidney diseases. The capsules are recommended for the treatment of HIV and Hepatitis B, improving the functioning of the liver, cleansing the blood, managing gastric disorders, treating bowel problems, eliminating toxins from the body.

Dosage: 1 - 2 capsules two times a day, with plain water, after meals.

5. Mahasankh Vati Tablets

For preparing these tablets, a combination of powerful and well-known herbs is used, including Pippali (Piper longum),Danti (Baliospermum montanum), Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica),Yavkshar (Potassium Carbonate), Sarjakshar (Sodium Carbonate), Shudh Tankan (Purified Sodium Biborate), and Shudh Parad (Purified Mercury). These herbs have proven antipyretic, appetizer, digestive, and analgesic properties.

These tablets can balance the Vata, Pitta and Kapha doshas of the body, provide relief in gastritis, reduce intestinal pains, maintain the health of digestive organs, maintain the body metabolism, manage digestion-related ailments, improve appetite, and reduce inflammation.

Dosage: Two tablets twice a day, with plain water, after meals.

CONCLUSION

Planet Ayurveda's herbal formulations for managing Esophageal varices are prepared from 100% pure and natural herbs, without the use of any chemicals, artificial colours, additives, or preservatives.

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Herbal Remedies for Asthma - Types, Symptoms, Causes & Ayurvedic Treatment

Nowadays respiratory problems like asthma are very common due to change in lifestyle. Asthma is one of the most common disease which affects number of individuals. Asthma cannot be cured completely but its symptoms can be manage with the help of herbal treatment. There are number of herbs present in nature that help to ease the symptoms of asthma.

WHAT IS ASTHMA?

It is a respiratory problem in which airways become narrow and swell. It is characterized by breathing difficulty, coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath.

ASTHMA IS OF TWO TYPES

1. Allergic asthma- caused by an exposure to an allergen
2. Non-allergic asthma- caused by stress, exercise, illnesses like a cold or the flu, or exposure to extreme weather, irritants in the air or some medications.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF ASTHMA?

• Coughing
• Dyspnea (Shortness of breath)
• Chest tightness
• Wheezing (a whistling sound while breathing, especially when exhaling)

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES?

There are number of factors which are responsible for asthma which are given below:

• Allergens such as dust, pollens from grass, trees and weeds
• Irritants in the air, such as smoke, chemical fumes and strong odors
• Certain drugs and food additives
• Respiratory infections such as Cold, the flu or other illnesses
• Stress
• Weather conditions, such as cold air or extremely dry, wet or windy weather
• Genetics

AYURVEDIC VIEW OF ASTHMA

According to Ayurvedic point of view asthma is known as Swas Rog. Its main cause is vitiation of kapha dosha and pranvayu in body, combines with kapha doshas in the lungs that originates breathing problem due to obstruction of Pranavaha srotasa (Respiratory passage). This condition is known as Swas Rog.

Classification of Asthma as per Ayurveda:-

1. Maha Shwasaa – heavy breathing.

2. Urdhava Shwasaa – prolonged upward breathing.

3. China Shwasaa – interrupted breath.

4. Tamak Shwasaa – darkness behind eyes.

It is also divided in two types:-

• Santamak – fever and feeling darkness. Aggravated at night time.
• Pratamak – due to physiological factors.

5. Kshudra shwasaa – subsides by itself.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF ASTHMA

Ayurveda is one ancient system of medicine which follows pure natural treatment. The word Ayur means life and Veda means Science. Ayurveda treats the disease from the root level. The main aim of treatment is to cure the main cause and manage the symptoms. As per Ayurveda bad digestion is the main cause of asthma. Indigestion results in the accumulation of ama or toxins (mucus) in the lungs and respiratory tract which results in the breathing problems. Ayurvedic treatment focus on these causes and restore the digestion with the help of natural treatment. These medicines help to pacify the kapha dosha which is main cause of asthma.

HERBAL TREATMENT OF ASTHMA BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda is one of the best herbal formulation company which offers herbal treatment for different diseases. They offer best herbal supplements for asthma. They offer Asthma care pack for asthma treatment which is explained below:

HERE ARE THE DETAILS

1. Aller-G Care Capsules
2. Praanrakshak Churna
3. Tulsi Capsules
4. Shwas Kuthar Ras

Asthma Care Pack

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Aller G Care Capsules

These are herbal capsules which are obtained from standardized extracts of various herbs which are explained below:

1. Haridra or Turmeric (Curcuma longa): Curcumin the main constituent of turmeric which shows various medicinal properties like anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic.
2. Neem (Azadirachta indica): It is one of most effective and common remedy for allergy. It helps to expel the toxins from body and get relief from symptoms of asthma.
3. Shirish (Albezzia lebbock): It is described as vish-ghan in Ayurveda and removes poison from the body. It helps to remove toxins from the body and enhance the immunity of body.
4. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera): It is very effective to reduce inflammation and allergies. It provide strength to the overall body and improves immune system of body. 

BENEFITS:- The herbs used in the formulation are packed with properties that help to ease the symptoms of asthma such as coughing, breathing problems, fatigue and wheezing.

DOSE:- 2 capsules, twice daily after meals with water.

2. Praanrakshak Churna

It is herbal powder formulation which helps to reduce the symptoms of asthma. the herbs used in this churna are listed below:

List of Ingredients:-

• Twak (Cinnamomum zeylanica): It is very effective to provide relief from respiratory problems like bronchitis, asthma.
• Shirish (Albezzia lebbock): It helps to remove accumulated poisons metabolites from body. According to Ayurveda, these ama or toxins in the body get disturbed the normal metabolism that results in problem.
• Vasa (Adhatoda vasica): This herb has property to relieving bronchitis, asthma and other lung disorders. Its leaves are used in the form of decoction and can be used in asthma related symptoms like cough, colds.
• Anantmool (Tylophora asthmatica): It is used for the management of allergies, cold, asthma. Its dried leaves are expectorant, emetic and diaphoretic.
• Bharangi (Clerodandrum serratum): It is useful in diseases where breathing is difficult, like asthma allergy, bronchitis, cough etc.
• Mulethi (Glycerrhiza glabra): It is also known as Licorice. It has anti-inflammatory effect on the lungs, which help to reduce inflammation of the bronchial tubes and restore the normal breathing. It also has immune-stimulant properties.

BENEFITS:- These herbs are known to very effective to manage the respiratory and lung infections. It helps to relieve the respiratory symptoms and it is best natural remedy for asthma, bronchitis and other respiratory infections.

DOSE:- 1 teaspoonful twice daily or take 1 tsp. of the powder and boil in 400ml water until it remains 50-60ml. approximately. Then strain it and drink at room temperature. Try to make it fresh every day. Take it twice daily after breakfast and dinner.

3. Tulsi Capsules

These capsules are obtained from standardized extract of Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum).

Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) - It is also known as Holy Basil. It has not only medicinal value but also has religious value. It is very important herb used in the treatment of various respiratory illness and helps to balance overall respiratory system.  It is also effective against various infections like cold, flu which may be causative factor of asthma and enhance the immune system of body.

DOSE:- 2 capsules with milk or water after meals.

4. Shwas Kuthar Ras

Shwash Kuthar Ras is a Herbo mineral classical formulation. This formulation is really effective in almost all the respiratory problems but has it's best result in Asthma.

DOSE:- 1 tablet twice daily with warm water after meals.

Role of Curcumin in Arthritis and Joint Pains

ARTHRITIS AND JOINT PAINS: OVERVIEW

Arthritis is a kind of joint disorder which causes chronic inflammation in one or more joints of the body. The literal meaning of the word ‘Arthritis’ -- derived from two Greek words -- is joint (‘artho’) and inflammation (‘itis’).

Since Arthritis is a condition which affects the joints (that is, the connections between the bones), Arthritis generally leads to pain, and is often a debilitating disorder. There are more than 100 forms of Arthritis, with Osteoarthritis -- which is a degenerative joint disease -- being the most common form of this disorder. Besides Osteoarthritis, the other common forms of Arthritis are Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and related autoimmune diseases. The causes of different forms of Arthritis are different, but the symptoms of the disorders and their treatments are almost the same.

Joint pains, meanwhile, refer to a condition in which an individual undergoes a lot of pain due to any damage to the joints, resulting from some kind of injury or disease. Since joints connect the bones and support the movement of the body, pain in joints can lead to swelling; and can be a mildly irritating condition in short-term, and a debilitating condition in chronic cases.

Joint pain can result from several diverse health conditions which can include Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Septic arthritis, as well as gout, bursitis, strains, sprains, and other injuries. Although joint pains can affect any part of the body, pain in the knees is the most common form of joint pains, followed by pain in the shoulders and the hips.

Overall, Arthritis is a condition in which the sufferers mostly experience pain in the joints, because of inflammation. Arthritis and joint pains have become increasingly more common disorders affecting the aging population all over the world. Both the conditions can cause pain and discomfort to the sufferers and affect their quality of life.

CURCUMIN: ITS THERAPEUTIC POTENTIAL

Curcumin is the yellow pigment which is isolated from the rhizomes of the ‘Haridra’ herb (Curcuma longa). The herb is commonly called Turmeric in English, and Haldi in Hindi.

Curcumin is the main biologically active phytochemical compound in Turmeric powder. The percentage of Curcumin in the chemical composition of Turmeric is nearly 5 percent. However, for research purposes, the terms Turmeric and Curcumin are usually used interchangeably.

In Ayurveda, the medicinal value of Turmeric/Curcumin has been widely known for centuries. As a result of its anti-inflammatory properties in particular, turmeric has been used in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicines since ancient times. The Curcumin compound in turmeric is very beneficial in fighting excessive inflammation and relieving joint pains.

Research has revealed that Curcumin has noteworthy therapeutic outcomes because it is a highly pleiotropic molecule with an exceptional safety profile. The potency of Curcumin in managing several inflammatory diseases and treating joint pains has been proven on the basis of strong molecular evidence which has been published, based on the results of years of research.

The therapeutic potential of Curcumin has specifically been highlighted in recent researches which show that Curcumin can be extremely useful in suppressing the excessive inflammation which causes the breaking down of a healthy tissue inside a joint. Specifically in the case of disorders like Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis, Curcumin has been proven to counteract the inflammatory compound COX-2, which is also the target of the prescription drugs for the two conditions. Moreover, along with regulating COX-2, Curcumin also acts on interleukin 1-beta stimulated nitric oxide, interleukin 6, interleukin 8, prostaglandin E2, and a few more tissue-destructive immune chemicals which are the causative factors behind the destructive process of both the above-mentioned forms of Arthritis.

ROLE OF CURCUMIN IN ARTHRITIS AND JOINT PAINS

Curcumin is considered an excellent natural remedy for Arthritis and joint pains. The effectiveness of Curcumin in managing inflammatory disorders and painful joints has been proven to a great extent in several scientific and clinical studies which have been carried out over the last few decades. Most of these studies have focused on the potential of Curcumin for treating a number of pathological conditions.

The use of Turmeric/Curcumin has been found to be extremely beneficial in tackling the following common characteristics of Arthritis and painful joints:

• Swelling in joints
• Muscle ache
• Fatigue
• Stiffness of joints
• Inability to move/use the limb properly
• Loss of flexibility of limbs and other affected body parts.

Curcumin Capsules of Planet Ayurveda are packed with standardized extract of Curcumin, a principal compound of turmeric.

The benefits of Turmeric/Curcumin have also been noted for bringing about a potential reduction in the subjective experience of pain in muscular disorders and some other diseases. A few studies have also evaluated the effectiveness of turmeric extracts in treating musculoskeletal diseases.

In the last few years, there can been an appreciable increase in the use of Curcumin/Turmeric for providing relief to patients suffering from various ailments, including chromic and long-term diseases. The efficacy of Turmeric has especially been noteworthy in relieving joint pains and Arthritis.

Some of the benefits of Curcumin/Turmeric in managing Arthritis and joints pains have been listed below:

• Curcumin/Turmeric can reduce inflammation because of its anti-inflammatory properties
• It is a proven antioxidant
• It can target a range of arthritic and associated disorders
• The use of Curcumin/Turmeric is very effective in autoimmune conditions
• It is known to possesses anti-arthritic activity
• The progression of Arthritis can be prevented with the help of Curcumin/Turmeric
• It has bone protective properties
• It alleviates Arthritis by interacting with genes
• It can fight infection in Arthritis
• Complications of Arthritis can be controlled with the help of Curcumin/Turmeric
• It provides skin protective benefits in Psoriatic Arthritis
• The side effects of anti-arthritic drugs can be reduced with the help of Turmeric
• Turmeric is better than painkillers and other drugs used for Arthritis treatment
• Pain in Arthritis can be reduced by applying turmeric topically
• Newer formulations of Curcumin are being developed for treating Arthritis.

CONCLUSION

Curcumin contains antioxidants in a large amount which are very helpful to the body in relieving itself of free radical molecules --- the perceived mechanism behind aging, Arthritis, joint pains and several diseases. Curcumin also keeps destructive inflammatory chemicals in check. In addition, Curcumin has proven ability to stimulate the growth of healthy replacement tissue and to stir up a process known as 'chondrogenesis' which facilitates the rebuilding of joints in conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis.

Planet Ayurveda recommends Joint Support Pack for patients with Arthritis and Joint Pains. Our herbal remedies for joint pain help in quick relief from joint pain and reduce stiffness in joints naturally. Joint pain treatment with the help of herbal supplements has been successful in tapping the incredible benefits of Ayurveda in a natural way. Our herbal products are made from natural and healthy herbs. Herbal remedies of joint pain are a blend of rare Indian natural herbs which have been used for centuries to provide the necessary strength to joints. Our joint pain herbal remedies are effective pain reliever and very fast acting. Ayurvedic herbal remedies made from natural herbs are really helpful for those who have pain in body like joint pains, sprains, spondylitis, back pain, rheumatism, arthritis, and stiff necks. Read more...

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Natural Treatment for Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile Dysfunction is not something to be ashamed of. Like other health problems, it can also be resolved. Come on, "no need to feel shy or hesitant, go and visit the doctor".

Good sexual life is also an important aspect in an individual's life. These days erectile dysfunction has become a common issue in males. How to increase the duration of sex, how to maintain an erection? These questions bother many males. Proven Home Remedies, diet, Ayurvedic treatment are natural ways to manage this problem.

Erectile dysfunction is a disorder in which males are not able to maintain a sturdy erection during intercourse. This disorder is due to narrowing of blood vessels and inadequate blood supply to the penis.

This sexual disorder can also be the result of unhealthy eating habits and nutritional dearth. Other factors which are also responsible for erectile dysfunction are anxiety, depression, stress, alcohol intake etc.

HOME REMEDIES

1. Lady Finger

Lady Finger is an effective home remedy for sexual problems.

It is a beneficial home remedy for erectile dysfunctions and acts as a wonderful sexual tonic.

How to Consume:-

• Take 10-15grams of powder of the roots of lady finger (Okra) and mix it with two tablespoons of mishri powder.
• Add this mixture into a glass of warm milk.
• Consume it twice daily.

2. Foxnuts

For erectile dysfunction, it is a fruitful home remedy. Foxnuts work well to improve the sex life in males and also help to increase the sperm quantity.

How to Use:-

• Take foxnuts and roast them in cow ghee.
• Grind it to form a fine powder.
• Consume one teaspoonful of this powder in one glass of milk.
• Take it twice, morning and night.

3. Pumpkin Seeds

Being packed with essential minerals like zinc, pumpkin seeds improve the male sexual health efficaciously. Eating a handful of pumpkin seeds daily is good in erectile dysfunction.

4. Onions

Aphrodisiac properties of onions make it an effective home remedy to improve erectile dysfunctions. Make onion soup and consume it before going to bed.

DIET

• Include dairy products like milk, cheese, curd etc.
• Consume vegetables which are rich in beta-carotene, vitamin-c and potassium like carrots, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, and red bell peppers. Also take green leafy vegetables like broccoli and asparagus.
• Consume fruits like banana, apples, watermelon, oranges etc.
• Include fish in diet.
• Consumption of dry fruits like almonds, date, figs, flax seeds, Brazil nuts and raisins on a regular basis is also helpful.

THINGS TO BE AVOIDED

• Avoid intake of junk foods.
• Don’t take carbonated drinks.
• Avoid smoking.
• Avoid alcohol intake.

ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION AYURVEDIC TREATMENT BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda offers the "ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION CARE PACK" which contains the two products. All the herbal products are completely safe for use and free from any side effects.

PRODCUT DESCRIPTION

1. Tribulus Power

Planet Ayurveda's offers Tribulus power capsules to treat erectile dysfunction. These capsules are made from the standardized extract of the herb Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris). It is considered as an effective herb in Ayurveda to resolve both male and female sexual problems. It acts in an amazing way to treat erectile dysfunction. It helps to maintain erections and also increase sexual desires in males.

Dosage - 2 capsules twice in a day with plain water after meals.

2. Atirasadi Churna

Atirasadi churna is a perfect blend of various herbs which are given below -

Ingredients:-

• Safed musli (Chlorophytum borivilianum)
• Kali musli (Curculigo orchioides)
• Semal musli (Salmalia malabarica)
• Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris)
• Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)
• Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)
• Akarkara (Anacyclus pyrethrum)
• Vidari kand (Pueraria tubersoa)
• Varahi kand (Dioscorea tuberosa)
• Safed behmen (Centaurea behen)
• Jaiphal/Javitri (Myristica fragrans)
• Taalmakhana (Hygrophila spinosa)
• Kesar (Corcus sativus)

Benefits:- All the above mentioned herbs work in a synergetic way to treat the problem of erectile dysfunction. Herbs used in the formulation of this herbal product are packed with aphrodisiac properties. They help to increase the libido, sexual desire, strength and energy in body. Also, they help in the blood supply to the penis and thus, help to increase the duration of erections. In short they support the good health of male reproductive system and helps to maintain the erections.

Dosage:- 1 teaspoonful twice in a day with plain water after meals.