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Ailments & Remedies

Obesity

 

In ayurveda, this condition is called medoroga. Obesity is caused by excessive fat accumulation in the body. It leads to serious health hazard affecting the functions of the vital organs like heart, liver and kidneys. It might also give way to diabetes.

 

Symptoms
 
  • Abnormal girth and extra weight which hinders normal life activity

  • Makes prone to many diseases as heart problems, diabetes etc.

  • Breathlessness, even on slightest exertion. Development of asthmatic tendencies.

 
Root Causes
 
  • Intake of excessive calories.

  • Complete lack of mental & physical exercise.

  • In rare cases, disturbances of thyroid or pituitary glands.

  • Excessive and regular consumption of alcohol.

 

Healing Options
 
Herbs
  • Guggulu (Commiphora mukul)

  • Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa)

Ayurvedic Supplements
  • Ezi Slim
  • Medohar Vidangadi Lauh Capsule
  • Punarnavadi Guggulu
Diet
  • Do away with carbohydrate and high-fat stuff
  • Thrive on plenty of water and juices-lemon,
    grape fruit, orange, pineapple.
  • Add garden-fresh salads , raw green vegetables and fresh fruits to your low-calorie
Lifestyle
  • Religiously do all kinds of exercises: walking, swimming, cycling.
  • Think positive
  • Go for sauna baths, steam baths and regular massages
    Go for Panchakarma
Yoga
  • Deep breathing exercises(Pranayama)
  • Locust (Salbha Asana)
 
 
 
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