Dear Mina,
I’m sorry to hear about the health challenges you’re facing, including high cholesterol, fatty liver, obesity, and irregular periods. Ayurveda offers a holistic approach to address these interconnected issues by focusing on restoring balance through personalized diet, lifestyle modifications, herbal remedies, and detoxification therapies. In Ayurveda, an imbalance in the body’s doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) can lead to metabolic disturbances. Excess Kapha dosha, for instance, is often associated with obesity, high cholesterol, and fatty liver. Irregular periods may result from hormonal imbalances linked to both Kapha and Vata disturbances.  Favor Kapha-Pacifying Foods: Incorporate warm, light, and easily digestible meals. Emphasize whole grains like barley and millet, legumes, and a variety of vegetables. Reduce intake of heavy, oily, and processed foods. Include Liver-Supportive Herbs and Spices: Turmeric, ginger, and garlic are known for their liver-cleansing properties. Turmeric, in particular, contains curcumin, which may help regenerate liver cells and reduce liver fat.  Limit Sugars and Refined Carbohydrates: Reduce consumption of sugary foods and refined grains to help manage weight and support liver health. • Regular Physical Activity: Engage in exercises like brisk walking, yoga, or swimming for at least 30 minutes daily to enhance metabolism and aid weight loss. Practice meditation, deep breathing exercises, or gentle yoga to reduce stress, which can impact hormonal balance and menstrual regularity. • Adequate Sleep: Ensure 7-8 hours of quality sleep each night to support overall metabolic health. Start on •1.Tab.Triphala Guggulu - 1 tab twice daily after food with lukewarm water •2 Arogyavardhini Vati: 1 tab twice daily after food with lukewarm water. •3 Ashoka Aristha-4 teaspoon with equal quantity of water twice daily after food Hydration: Drink warm water throughout the day to aid digestion and detoxification. Regular Health Check-ups: Monitor liver function tests, lipid profiles, and hormonal levels to track Wishing you a balanced and healthful journey ahead.
Alright, let’s dive into what can be done for you. When dealing with high cholesterol, fatty liver, obesity, and irregular periods, it’s crucial look at your lifestyle and diet first. Ayurveda believes everything’s connected, so when balancing your liver, we’re also helping your hormones and weight.
As per Ayurvedic principles, excess kapha dosha might be at play here. So, we should focus on balancing that by reducing fatty, heavy and oily foods. Incorporating more bitter and astringent foods such as leafy greens, broccoli, and cabbage can help in cleansing the liver.
Next, let’s talk about digestion, which is pretty fundamental here. Weak ‘Agni’ (digestive fire) is a common culprit behind many metabolic issues. Sip on warm water throughout the day and add a little ginger or cumin, which can help reignite that digestive spark.
A good amount space to explore green tea or herbal teas inclusing tulsi, which can help in reducing cholesterol levels naturally. Be sure to have meals at the same time every day to stabilise insulin production and regulate metabolism. It might be best to avoid heavy meals after sunset. Late night snacks are, unfortunately, not your friends here.
For lifestyle, consider integrating a simple yoga practice, especially dynamic asanas like surya namaskar. You don’t need to go all out, just something to get you moving. Also, try going for a brisk walk for 30 mins daily, it’s a gentle way to get kapha moving.
On the emotional side, stress can also play havoc with both liver function and your menstrual cycle. You might find activities like meditation, or even deep breathing exercises helpful in calming the mind. Stress reduction is as important as diet and will help balance vata that might be influencing irregular periods.
Lastly, if irregular periods persist or worsen, it’s would be wise to consult with a reproductive specialist. And do make sure to have periodic check-ups with your doctor to keep track of these conditions. Take small steps and watch changes unfold!
