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General Debility

 

General Debility means the lack of strength of the human beings. In ayurveda strength is “Balam”. Balam is described as Immunities. Charaka has used the word Vyadhi and “Avyadhi kshamatwa” in this reference. Those who are capable to tolerating diseases are called “Vyadhi Kshamatwa “ resistance to disease. Those who can not tolerate diseases measurable and immediate affected by them are called “Vayadhi Akham” which is symptoms to general debility or general weakness lack of strength.

 
Symptoms
 
  • Weakness is very common symptom. The feeling of weakness may be subjective (the persons feels weak but has no measurable loss of strength) or concrete measurable loss of strength), Weakness may be generalize (total body weakness) or localize to specific area, side the body , limb and so on .
  • As subjective feeling of weakness usually is generalized and association with infection diseases.
  • Weakness is particularly important when it occurs in only one area of the body
 
Root Causes
 
  • Lack of food

  • Hard working

  • Mental Stress

  • Common cold & Cough

 
Healing Options
 
Herbal Remedy
  • Amlaki (Emblica officinalis)
  • Satawari (Asparagus racemosus)
  • Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)
  • Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula)
Ayurvedic Supplements
  • Chyawanprash Special 
  • Amlaki Rasayan
  • Kesri Kalp Royal
  • Stress Guard 
Diet

In principal of good nutrition: 

  • Drink more water.

  • It less fat. Provide a concentrated source of energy, make food more palatable and help you feel satisfied you will certainly get all the nutrients you need from fat if you include a certain amount of milk, cheese, and egg in your diet.

  • Eat less Animal protein.

  • Eat more fiber rich carbohydrates (Sugar, Bread, cake, puddings etc).

  • Eat more fruits, vegetables and grains.

  • Use less salt and sugar in your diet.

  • If you drink alcohols, do so in moderation.

    Eat sensibly, including plenty of fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains. This type of diet should be high in the following immune strengthening nutrients: beta carotene, vitamin E, vitamin C vitamin B6 ,folic acid ,zinc and selenium

Lifestyle
  • Get in the habit of exercising regularly.
  • Avoid habits that can compromise your immune system, such as cigarette smoking, excessive alcoholic intake, drug use, and multiple sexual partners without appropriate protection.
  • Keep your chin up: try to maintain emotional stability and a positive outlook.


 
 
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