Alright, let’s dive into this whole weight gain thing with Ayurveda. First off, you mentioned some of the big hitters—Ashwagandha, Shatavari, Yashtimadhu, and Chyawanprash. Each has its thing going on. Ashwagandha’s awesome for building muscle mass, think of it like a little helper for muscle tissues. I’d say, try about a teaspoon of its powder with warm milk before bed.
Shatavari’s more about balancing hormones and providing nourishment, especially good if your low weight relates to any imbalances. You can use shatavari powder, a teaspoon mixed with milk, twice a day. It’s not just for the ladies, by the way!
Yashtimadhu, or Licorice, is great for calming your stomach and aiding digestion – it kind of gives your agni (that digestive fire thing) a boost. You could consume a small amount of yashtimadhu powder in warm water after your meals.
And then there’s Chyawanprash. It’s a classic like from the old school, full of herbs and is supposed to boost immunity and energy. Try a tablespoon with warm milk every morning on an empty stomach. It’s got amla, good for strength and stamina.
Now, onto your next concern: Ayurvedic herbs aren’t magic pills. For best results, incorporating these with dietary changes is essential. Try to include grounding, nourishing foods – think ghee, nuts, sweet potatoes. They build ojas, the essence that sustains energy and immunity. Regular eating times help stabilize metabolic fire.
Exercise matters too, but nothing crazy. We’re talking light weight training or yoga. Both can stimulate anabolic processes without burning heaps of calories.
Detoxes, or Panchakarma therapies, do help remove ama (toxic build-up), but they should be supervised by a practitioner. Dosha balance, remember?
It’s definitely worked for people — but stay patient and consistent. You know, what they say, Rome wasn’t built in a day. Patch together these pieces, you might just find your sweet spot. As for long-term benefits, I’d say Ayurveda’s way of life — a gradual shift towards balance rather than instant fixes.
