Stop immediately All current Unani weight-loss medicines + MB fat burner (they are clearly not working for your body type)
Internal Medicines 1 Triphala Guggulu – 2 tablets twice daily after meals 2 Medohar Vati (Baidyanath) – 2 tablets morning + 2 tablets night after meals 3 Varunadi Kashayam – 20 ml + 60 ml warm water morning empty stomach 4 Kanchanar Guggulu – 2 tablets twice daily after meals 5 Arogyavardhini Vati – 1 tablet morning after breakfast 6 Hingwashtak Churna – 1 gm with first bite of lunch & dinner
Single Most Important Addition Take ½ teaspoon (3 gm) pure Shilajit resin dissolved in warm milk every morning → this restarts fat metabolism in resistant cases
Diet Give only Breakfast: 2 besan-moong chilla OR oats vegetable upma + green tea Lunch: 50 gm brown rice OR 2 jowar/bajra rotis + moong dal + plenty lauki/turai/bitter gourd + 1 tsp ghee 5 PM: Green tea + 5 almonds + 1 guava Dinner (strictly before 7 PM): Vegetable soup OR light moong khichdi + 1 tsp ghee Jeera + saunf water sip all day (boil 1 tsp each in 1 L)
Avoid completely Milk tea/coffee, curd after 4 PM, banana, chikoo, packaged food Eating after 7:30 PM
Exercise 45–60 min brisk walk/jog daily + 20 min strength training (squats, push-ups) 4 days/week Kapalbhati 5–10 min daily morning
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
Hi Go with following medicines.
1.Triphala churna 1 tsp twice daily with warm water 2.Medohara guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 3.Punarnavasva 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals
Diet— Emphasize whole foods: Choose whole grains, fresh fruits, and vegetables over processed foods, which are often high in fat, sugar, and salt.
Incorporate protein: Include a source of protein like lean meat, fish, beans, or eggs with each meal to help you feel full.
Focus on fiber: Eat a high-fiber diet with foods like legumes, whole grains, and cruciferous vegetables to increase satiety.
Choose healthy fats: Opt for healthy fats found in olive oil, avocados, and nuts, but be mindful of portion sizes as they are calorie-dense.
Limit unhealthy options: Reduce intake of added sugars found in drinks and desserts, and limit saturated and trans fats, salt, and refined grains like white bread and white rice.
Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day and choose it over sugary drinks.
Manage portion sizes: Be aware of your portions and avoid overeating, especially when eating out.
Lifestyle— Get active: Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity (like brisk walking) or 75 minutes of vigorous activity per week, spread throughout the week.
Stay consistent: Regular physical activity helps burn calories and is crucial for maintaining weight loss long-term.
Prioritize sleep: Maintain a regular sleep schedule and avoid screens before bed to help manage fatigue and hunger cues.
Eat mindfully: Pay attention to your meals to recognize when you are full, and avoid distractions like watching TV while eating.
Plan ahead: Prepare meals at home, pack your own lunches, and have healthy snacks on hand to avoid unhealthy impulse choices.
Set realistic goals: Focus on making small, sustainable changes and build healthy habits over time rather than trying to lose weight too quickly.
HELLO, I recommend the following treatment plan for you - 1. Arogyavardhni vati-0-1-1 after meals 2. Medohar vati-0-2-2 before meals 3.Triphla churna-1/2 tsp with lukewarm water at bedtime.
Focus on creating a calorie deficit (burning more calories than you consume) through a combination of diet and exercise for sustainable weight loss. Diet- Foods to Include: Fruits and Vegetables: Aim for at least 4 servings of vegetables and 3 servings of fruits daily. Whole Grains: Choose whole grains like brown rice, quinoa, oats, and whole-wheat bread over refined grains (white rice, white bread). Lean Proteins: Include protein sources like fish, chicken, beans, lentils, and eggs, as they help you feel full and support muscle mass. Healthy Fats: Incorporate healthy fats from sources like olive oil, avocados, nuts, and seeds. Low-Fat Dairy: Choose low-fat or fat-free dairy products. Hydration: Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Foods to Limit or Avoid: Alcohol, sugary drinks,fast food.
Portion Control: Be mindful of portion sizes and avoid overeating. Use smaller plates. Mindful Eating: Pay attention to your body’s hunger and fullness cues. Fiber Intake: Increase your fiber intake, as it can help you feel full and regulate digestion, according to Healthline. . Drink plenty of water to help with weight loss and overall health.
Lifestyle modifications - .Get atleast 7 hours of sound sleep. . Stress management -Through meditation walking journaling gardening. .Track your progress: Monitor your food intake and physical activity to stay on track. Be Patient and Consistent. Regards, Dr. Anupriya
Avoid oily, spicy and processed foods. Regular exercise. Use boiled water for drinking. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Tab.Garcini 2-0-2 before meal Tab Arogya vardhini 2-0-2 Follow up after 4weeks.
Take Arogya vardini vati 1tab, mastyatail capsules 1tab bd, navaka Guggulu 1tab bd, varanadhi kashayam 20ml bd enough u ll get results
Dr RC BAMS MS
take medohar gugulu 2 tds take triphala 2 at night take kanchanar gugulu 2 bd take methi soaked with water at night and chew at morning
Start with Aarogyavardhini 1-0-1 after food with water Tablet obenyl 2-0-2 after food with warm water Triphala juice 20 ml at bedtime with warm water Drink warm water through out the day Have early and light dinner consisting of soup salad vegetable Skip one meal either breakfast or lunch Include fresh green vegetables in your diet daily Replace wheat with millet. Do Brisk walking atleast 30 mins daily Do pranamyam lom -vilom kapalbhatti bhastrika daily for 5-10mins twice.
You can start on Medhohara vati BD triphala churna 1 tsp at bedtime Drink plenty of fluids Brisk walk daily Include fruits vegetables in diet
If your current weight loss treatment isn’t working, several factors could be at play. In Ayurveda, the complexity of weight loss hinges primarily on your unique constitution, or prakriti, and the balance of doshas within your body. Simply put, there can be underlying imbalances that might need to be addressed for effective weight loss.
Firstly, examine your agni, or digestive fire. If agni is weak, the body may not metabolize food properly, leading to poor digestion and ama (toxins) accumulation which hinders weight loss. Consider incorporating herbs like trikatu, which can bolster metabolism. Consume a mix of ginger, long pepper and black pepper with honey before meals to stimulate agni.
Next, It’s essential to balance the right dosha. If your kapha dosha is elevated, as is common with weight gain, foods that are heavy or oily can exacerbate the problem. Emphasizing light, dry, warming foods such as barley, lentils, or green leafy vegetables can help pacify kapha. Limit dairy, sugar, and processed foods; also. Consider a vata-pacifying diet if you’re feeling ungrounded or anxious, including warm, oily foods like cooked vegetables or ghee.
Timing is another critical aspect. Avoid eating late at night which can lead to poor digestion; eat your largest meal when your agni is strongest, typically around noon.
Exercise plays a significant role. Make sure your activities are appropriate for your constitution; vigorous exercises help with kapha, while gentle yoga or tai chi can be beneficial for vata and pitta.
It’s also important to manage stress through meditation or pranayama (breath control) as stress can affect digestion and weight.
Finally, Unani and ayurveda systems can sometimes be at odds; it’s important to ensure they compliment each other and don’t clash. Consider consulting an Ayurvedic practitioner for a personalized assessment. Mixing systems without expert guidance could be the reason here for lack of effectiveness in your approach.
HELLO THANK YOU FOR CONTACTING US IN ASK AYURVEDA YOU ARE CONCERNED REGARDING YOUR WEIGHT
AT PRESENT WHAT IS YOUR WEIGHT ?
I WILL TRY TO EASE YOUR CONCERN , BUT YOU HAVE TO FOLLOW MY ADVICE.
BEFORE STARTING ANY TREATMENT YOU HAVE TO UNDERGO DETOXIFICATION AND REJUNIVATION THERAPY
FOR THIS AYURVEDA WILL BE HELPFUL .
YOU HAVE TO UNDERGO PANCHAKARMA THERAPY. IT CAN BE DONE IN ANY GOOD AYURVEDIC CENTRE.
BUT BEFORE PACHAKARMA YOU NEED TO CLEANSE YOUR GUT (DIGESTIVE SYSTEM)
IT HAS TWO STAGES:- 1] DEEPANA THERAPY :- IT REFFERS TO MEDICATIONS THAT IGNITE AGNI , THE METABOLIC FIRE ( APPETITIE SIMULATOR ) WITHOUT NECESSARILY DIGESTING AMA.
2]PACHANA THERPAY :- DIGESTIONS—IT FOCUS ON THE DIGESTION OF AMA.
DEEPANA AND PACHANA PLAYS A SIGNIFICANT ROLE IN THE TREATMENT OF VARIOUS ALIMENTS WHILE ENHANCING DIGESTIVE JUICES ( AGNI). IT GOVERNS METABOLIC PROCESSES, DIGESTION AND THE BODY`S OVERALL FUNCTIONALITY .
1]AJMODADI CHOORNA ½ SPOON WITH WARM WATER TWO TIMES A DAY AFTER MEALS 2]HINGUVASTAKA CHOORNA ½ SPOON WITH WARM WATER BEFORE BED TIME
NOW PANCHAKARMA THERAPY
IT’S A THERAPY IN AYURVEDA FOR DETOXIFICATION AND REJUVENATION. IT IS USED TO REMOVE TOXINS (AMA) FROM THE BODY AND TO RESTORE BALANCE TO THE THREE DOSHAS IN OUR BODY ( VATA , PITTA ,KAPHA)
IT IS DIVIDED INTO THREE STAGES
1]PURVA KARMA
SNEHANA KARMA :- INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATED OIL OR GHEE,
INTERNAL :- THIS ARE INGESTED OVER A PERIOD OF DAYS TO LUBRICATE THE TISSUES AND CELLS ALL OVER THE BODY . THIS HELPS TO LOOSEN THE TOXINS AND MAKE READY FOR EVACUATION.
EXTERNAL: MASSAGE WITH MEDICATED OIL TO WHOLE BODY TO ENHANCE ABSORBATION THROUGH THE SKIN AND FURTHER LOOSEN THE MALAS
SWEDANA KARMA:- AFTER SNEHNA TO RELEASE THE MALA FROM THE BODY , INDUCING SWEATING FROM BODY BY STEAM BATH
2]PRADHAN KARMA :-
VAMANA :- IT IS THE THERAPY IN WHICH A PERSON IS INDUCED CONTROLLED VOMITINGS USING MEDICATED DRUGS UNDER OBSERVATION. THIS HELPS IN REMOVING EXCESS KAPHA FROM THE GASTRO INTESTINAL TRACT AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM.
VIRECHANA:- IT IS THE THERAPY IN WHICH A PERSON IS INDUCED TO PASS CONTROLLED MULTIPLE STOOLS THORUGH MEDICATED DRUGS UNDER OBSERVATION. IT CLEANSES THE LOWER GASTRO INTESTINAL TRACT, LIVER AND GALL BLADDER.
3]PASHAT KARMA :-
MEDICATION 1] MEDHOHARA VATI TWO TIMES A DAY AFTER FOOD 2] TRIPHALA CHURNA 1/2 SPOON WITH WARM WATER TWO TIMES A DAY
DIET
AVOID HIGH PROTEIN DIET AVOID SPICY , COLD FOOD DRINK PLENTY OF WATER EAT HIGH FIBRE DIET , VEGETABLES , SALADS
LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION EXERCISES YOGA INTERMITTENT FASTING BRISK WALKING
WITH REGARDS DR.P.PRASAD
HELLO,
WHY YOUR CURRENT TREATMENT MAY NOT BE WORKING Even with medicines, diet and exercise, weight loss may stall due to
1) METABOLISM ADAPTATION -sometimes metabolism slows with restrictive diets or long term fat burners
2) MEDICINES THAT DON’T MATCH YOUR BODY TYPE In Ayurveda, treatment differs for kapha, pitta, vata individuals Most generic “weight loss mediicnes” targets kapha, but if your body type is mixed, results maybe minimal
3) GUT HEALTH/ DIGESTION ISSUES If digestion is weak, fat burning treatments won’t work effectively. Ayurveda always begins with improving agni
4) WRONG TIME OF FOOD OR MEDICINES Even healthy food eaten late at night ca stop weight loss
5) STRESS AND POOR SLEEP -coritsol -> fat retention, especially around the belly
TREATMENT GOALS
-correct digestive fire -remove ama (toxins) -reduce kapha+ melt stored fat -strengthen muscles and energy
We aim to balance vata, mildly reduce kapha(fat), and support (digestion, metabolism)
EFFECTIVE EXERCISES focus on combining cardio, strength, and core exercises.
CARDIO(daily for 30-45 mins) -Brisk walking/jogging - cycling -jump rope - dancing or aerobics these help burn fat all over, including the belly.
CORE- TARGETED WORKOUTS(3-5 TIMES/WEEK) -plank = 3 sets of 30-60 sec - Russian twists= 3 sets of 20 reps - Leg raises -Mountainclimbers -Suryanamskar= 8 rounds daily
YOGA ASANAS
STRENGTH AND CORE (fat burn + muscle building) -Suryanamskar = 10 rounds -Plank (1 min* 3) -bhujangasana -setu bandhasana -navasana -utkatasana
FLEXIBILITY AND RECOVERY -Trikonasana, vrikshasana -ardha matsyendrasana -balasana
PRANAYAM(10 min total) -kapalbhati= 3 rounds for fat metabolism -bhastrika- 3 rounds -Anulom Vilom- 5 min -bhramari- 2 mins
DETOX PLAN EVERY 6 MONTHS PANCHAKARMA(under ayurvedic practitioner at clinic setup) -Virechana= liver detox, fat metabolism -basti = best for vata, deep detox -abhyanga + swedana= toxin elimination, flexibility
EXERCISE ROUTINE MON= strength (upper body + core) TUE= HIIT (15 min) + Yoga WED= strength (lower body) THU= walk(45 mins)+ mobility FRI= full body+core training SAT= long walk/light jog+yoga stretching SUN= rest+pranayam+self massage
This diet is kapha reducing, which means it helps reduce excess body fat, improves metabolism, and minimise water retention and heaviness- especially around belly.
1) GRAINS(choose light, low glycemic) -old rice, barley, millets- bajra, ragi, jowar, quinoa, whole wheat
AVOID= white rice, maida, processed breads or bakery items, heavy or sticky grains like oats
2) PULSES AND LEGUMES -moong dal= easy to digest , light -massor dal -hoarse gram= very good for reducing fat(kulthi) -chickpeas- chana roasted or boiled
AVOID= rajma, chole, urad dal- they are heavy and produce gas if digestion is weak, overcooked or creamy dals
3) VEGETABLES -leafy grreen= spinach, methi, coriander, curry leaves -lauki, tinda, karela, pumpkin -cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, carrot, beans -drumsticks, snake gourd - radish-especially good for belly fat
AVOID= potato, sweet potato , arbi, -tomatoes in excess -excess onion garlic at night
COOKING- steam or light saute vegetables with mustard seeds, cumin, ginger, and turmeric in minimal oil
4) FRUITS -apples, pear -papaya= excellent for digestion -pomegranate -guava, watermelon= take in morning only -seasonal berries -amla- raw or juice
AVOID= banana, mangoes, grapes, chikos, any fruits after sunset, fruit juices= high sugar
5) DAIRY PRODUCTS -buttermilk=diluted curd, churned, spiced with roasted cumin,ajwain - low fat curd- only in daytime - cow’s milk-if needed boiled with turmeric or ginger
AVOID= cold milk, panner, cheese, khoya, full cream milk, curd at night
6) FATS AND OILS -cows ghee- small quantity, helps in fat metabolism -cold pressed mustard oiler sesame oil
AVOID -refined oils, deep fired food
7) SPICES AND HERBS these helps stimulate digestion, improves metabolism and reduce bloating -ginger, cumin, ajwain, black pepper, turmeric, cinnamon, fenugreek, asafoetida
use these in cooking or as herbal teas- cumin-fennel-coriander decoction after meals
8) BEVERAGES -warm water throughout the day - herbal teas -jeera water
AVOID= cold water, aerated drinks, packaged fruit juices, sweet lassi or milkshakes
9) SNACKS-light dry and non sugary - roasted makahna, roasted chana, dry fruits in moderation -chia seed water -sprouts= moong, chana with lemon, no salt
AVOID -buiscuits, chips, namkeen, bakery items, sugar bars or energy drinks
HOW TO EAT -eat only when hungry- no emotional or boredom eating - eat in calm, mindful environment - avoid overeating, even healthy foods - use warm, cooked meals, over raw/cold food -obseve mitahara- balanced, moderate, quantity of food - intermittent fasting- 14-16 hours overnight is safe and recommended
MEDICATIONS ADVISED FOR WEIGHT LOSS AND BELLY FAT
PHASE 1- DETOX AND METABOLISM duration= for week 1-4
1) TRIPHALA CHURNA- 1/2 tsp with warm water at bedtime =improves gut health, reduces fat absorption, prevents constipation
2) TRIKATU CHURNA- 1/2 tsp with honey 15 minutes before meals twice daily = burns toxins, stimulates fat metabolism
3) WARM LEMON-HONEY WATER -juice of 1/2 lemon+ 1 tsp honey in 1 glass warm water =first thing in the morning on an empty stomach
PHASE 2= FAT BURNING AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT duration= week 5-12
4) MEDOHARA GUGGULU- 2 tabs twice daily after meals with warm water =reduces kapha and meda dhatu- fat tissues, helps in belly fat loss
5) PUNARNAVA MANDUR-FOR WATER RETENTION AND LIVER METABOLISM = 2 Tabs after lunch and dinner =imporves metabolism , supports kidney, liver detoc and reduces bloating
6) VRIKSHAMLA CAPSULES- 1 cap 30 minutes before meals twice daily =reduces appetite, inhibits fat storage
DAILY ROUTINE
5:30 AM= wake up , this will align body clock, energy boost
5:45 AM= oil puling with sesame oil (10 min), oral detox, skin and gum health
6:00 AM= triphala 1 tsp with warm water, gut cleansing, liver detox, skin
6:30 AM= Abhyanga (warm sesame oil massage-15 min), relieves back pain, tones muscles, detox
7:00 AM= bath with lukewarm water, vata pacification
7:30 AM= light yoga and pranayam, endurance , strength, flexibility
8:00 AM= breakfast(protein rich, warm), muscle gain, metabolism
1:00 PM= heaviest meal(lunch), improves digestion, nutrient absorption
4:00 PM= herbal tea+light snack(seeds/makhana), keeps metabolism active
6:30 PM= early light dinner, fat burn, easy digestion
9:00 PM= foot massage, sleep, detox nervous system
9:30 PM= sleep, muscle recovery, anti aging
Weight loss not happening means the body is not ready, not that you are doing anything wrong.
First correct digestio, toxins, kapha imbalance-> then weight loss automatically responds
-Don’t mix too many different types of medicines
Ayurveda’s approach is slow but steady and permenent
FOCUS ON METABOLISM, NOT CALORIES
MONITOR WEIGHT EVERY 2 WEEKS TRACK DIGESTION AND ENERGY LEVELS STAY HYDRATED
DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Weight loss can be challenging even with exercise and diet, and it’s common sometimes for progress to plateau. If you’re not seeing results with Unani medicine and your current routine, it could be helpful to look at your current state of doshas, especially vata and kapha. These doshas significantly influence weight management. Kapha might be particularly dominant if weight loss is stagnating despite efforts.
First, ensure your diet aligns with reducing kapha. This could involve reducing heavy, oily, and sweet foods. Increase intake of light, spicy, and dry foods instead. Focus on vegetables, whole grains, and legumes, while minimizing dairy and processed sugars. Avoidance of cold and fermented foods may also help in balancing kapha.
Consider also your agni, or digestive fire. If your metabolism is sluggish, your body might not be processing foods efficiently. Trikatu churna—a blend of black pepper, long pepper, and ginger—can help rekindle digestive fire. Take a small dose with warm water before meals—this may aid digestion and enhance metabolic rate.
On the exercise front, aim for more stimulating physical activity to elevate vata. Activities like brisk walking or dynamic yoga could potentially balance these doshas and assist in shedding extra weight.
It’s important to monitor how your body feels with these adjustments. If there’s still no progress or if you experience any adverse effects, consult both your Unani and Ayurvedic practitioners. The best approach combines insights for a customized treatment plan. Never rush significant diet changes or introduce new herbs abruptly without guidance from a professional.
