Your current medicines are great for PCOD but do not provide B12 or D. Chronic deficiency suggests Malabsorption (Grahani Rog), your gut isn’t absorbing nutrients effectively.
1. Vitamin B12 Protocol (The Probiotic Fix) • Soak cooked rice in water overnight (8-10 hours) in a clay pot. Eat it first thing in the morning. This generates natural B12 and heals the gut. • Moringa: Add 1 tsp of Moringa powder to your diet daily.
2. Vitamin D Protocol (Sun & Oil) • Expose your Spine and Navel to sunlight for 20 minutes (10 AM–2 PM). • Apply Sesame Oil on the skin before sunbathing to speed up Vitamin D synthesis. • Slice mushrooms and keep them in direct sun for 1 hour before cooking. They absorb and store Vitamin D.
3. You are taking Dhatri Loha (Iron). If you take a Calcium/Vit D supplement, keep a 3-hour gap from the Iron. Calcium blocks Iron absorption.
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
Low vitamin B12 and D in PCOD is very common, especially with a vegetarian diet, even if you are taking good Ayurvedic medicines like ashwagandha shatavari licorice datri lauh and Brahmi vitamins will not rise and less absorption and exposure are corrected…
For vitamin D, take 20 to 30 minutes of exposing to early morning sunlight Hadjod capsule one capsule twice daily after food with warm milk can be taken
For vitamin B 12 night, soak melon seeds pumpkin seeds sunflower seeds almonds at morning, grind it to a paste and take with honey Triphala churna 1 teaspoon with warm water at night can be taken to improve gut absorption Also include ghee sesame seeds Avoid tea coffee immediately after meals as they block vitamin absorption
With proper diet, sunlight and improved digestion, vitamin B12 and D levels, usually start improving within 8 to 12 weeks
Hello I understand your concern very well. Women with PCOD are very prone to have low Vitamin B12 and Vitamin D levels, especially if they follow a vegetarian/vegan diet.
The medicines you have been taking (Ashwagandha, Shatavari, Licorice, Dharti Loha, Brahmi) are good for the hormones and the brain, but they do not raise B12 and D levels significantly on their own.
YOUR CONCERN – IN SUMMARY
You are suffering from: Low Vitamin B12, Low Vitamin D, PCOD, Mood changes, Mostly vegetarian/vegan diet
👉 These deficiencies can cause PCOD, mood swings, fatigue, hair loss, anxiety, and irregular periods to become worse.
WHY B12 & D ARE LOW (AYURVEDIC VIEW)
Manda Agni (weak digestion & absorption), Rasa & Majja Dhatu Kshaya, Lack of natural dietary sources in a vegetarian diet, Less sun exposure → low Vitamin D, PCOD itself disturbs nutrient metabolism.
HOW TO INCREASE VITAMIN B12 (MOST IMPORTANT)
FOOD SOURCES (Limited in a vegetarian diet)
Milk, curd, paneer, Homemade buttermilk, Fermented foods (idli, dosa, kanji – small benefit only)
⚠️ Diet alone is usually NOT enough
REQUIRED: B12 SUPPLEMENT (SAFE & NECESSARY) Best option: Methylcobalamin Dose: 1500 mcg, twice weekly Duration: 3 months, then recheck levels
👉 It is quite safe even if you are taking Ayurvedic medicines and it does NOT lead to PCOD treatment interference.
Or supradyn tablet 0-0-1
HOW TO INCREASE VITAMIN D (ESSENTIAL FOR HORMONES)
SUNLIGHT (NON-NEGOTIABLE) 20–30 minutes daily Time: 10 am – 2 pm Expose arms & legs (without sunscreen)
FOOD SUPPORT Cow’s ghee (small quantity) Milk (if tolerated) Sesame seeds Mushrooms (sun-dried)
REQUIRED: VITAMIN D SUPPLEMENT
Drise 60 k IU capsules weekly once for 4 weeks After that maintenance: 60,000 IU once a month
👉 It is very important, especially in the case of PCOD.
AYURVEDIC SUPPORT FOR ABSORPTION
You may keep taking your present medicines and have an additional:
1. Trikatu Churna ¼ tsp with warm water once daily before lunch Helps digestion & absorption
2.Amla Rasayana 1 tsp every morning Helps tissue nourishment & immunity
DIET CHANGES (VERY IMPORTANT)
INCLUDE
Warm, freshly cooked meals Moong dal, red rice, millet Cow’s ghee (1–2 tsp/day) Pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds Dates & soaked almonds Adequate protein
AVOID
Excess tea/coffee Cold foods Junk & packaged food Skipping meals
LIFESTYLE TIPS
Sleep before 11 pm Daily walking or yoga (especially Surya Namaskar) Pranayama: Bhramari & Anulom Vilom Reduce stress (very important for PCOD)
👉 It is very hard to fix B12 and D deficiency without supplements, especially in vegetarian women with PCOD.
👉 Supplements are NOT chemicals, they are replacement therapy for deficiency.
FOLLOW-UP After 3 months recheck Vitamin B12 & D levels
Once corrected, we can lower the doses and maintain naturally
Warm regards, Dr Snehal Vidhate
Take Panchamritha lauha 1tab bd, laksadi Guggulu, Gandha tail 1tab bd ull get results
Dr RC BAMS MS
It’s a major problem in North Indian peoples due to mostly vegitaranism …and some rich source veg diet includes these vitamins not consumed generally…
Veg source of vit b12/D3:-
Drumstic powder/soup/vegitable:- genrally called as moringa or sanhijan fali in North eastern part of india /bihar and bangal region…it’s a rich source of vit B12 …
Boiled sweet corn= rich in B12
Mushroom veggies= contains higher amount of vit d …
Treatment:- nutrela b12 bio fermentation cap= 1-1 cap after meal twice daily
Nutrela d2k= 2-2 tab chew after meal twice daily
Regards
Dr Atul painuly Patanjali yogpeeth chikisyayala
this good and safe you take b12 injection 5 alternate day than take week 2 times for 5 injection than take once month than take plant base vitamine b12 (hani ayurveda) take uprise d3 once week for 8 dyas
Ask Ayurveda से संपर्क करने के लिए धन्यवाद
महिलाओं में PCOD के दौरान विटामिन B12 और विटामिन D की कमी बहुत आम है, खासकर जब उनका आहार ज्यादातर शाकाहारी होता है। मूड में बदलाव, कम ऊर्जा, चिंता, चिड़चिड़ापन और प्रेरणा की कमी अक्सर इन कमियों से जुड़ी होती हैं।
PCOD में पाचन और अवशोषण प्रभावी तरीके से काम नहीं करते। भले ही आप ठीक से खा रहे हों, लेकिन हार्मोनल असंतुलन, तनाव, अनियमित नींद और कमजोर पाचन अग्नि के कारण शरीर विटामिन B12 और विटामिन D को सही से अवशोषित नहीं कर पाता। इस वजह से, स्तर कई महीनों तक कम रहते हैं।
आप जो दवाएं ले रहे हैं जैसे अश्वगंधा, शतावरी, मुलेठी, धात्री लोहा और ब्राह्मी, ये हार्मोन, तनाव और मानसिक संतुलन के लिए सहायक हैं। लेकिन ये सीधे विटामिन B12 या विटामिन D को नहीं बढ़ाते। इसलिए इन विटामिन्स पर अलग से ध्यान देने की जरूरत है।
विटामिन B12 के लिए, शाकाहारी आहार में खाद्य स्रोत बहुत सीमित होते हैं। नियमित रूप से गर्म दूध या दही, पनीर और घर का बना डेयरी लिया जा सकता है, लेकिन ज्यादातर मामलों में यह कमी को ठीक करने के लिए पर्याप्त नहीं होता। अगर आप अंडे खाते हैं, तो एक अंडा रोजाना फायदेमंद होता है।
विटामिन D के लिए, रोजाना सुबह की धूप में 20-30 मिनट बिताना शरीर को प्राकृतिक रूप से विटामिन D बनाने में मदद करता है। इसके साथ, आप अपने आहार में अच्छे वसा जैसे गाय का घी, भिगोए हुए बादाम और तिल के बीज शामिल कर सकते हैं। इसके साथ ही आप हड़जोड़ कैप्सूल 1 कैप्सूल दिन में दो बार भोजन के बाद ले सकते हैं।
धात्री लोहा लेते समय, आयरन और विटामिन सप्लीमेंट्स के बीच कम से कम 2-3 घंटे का अंतर रखें। आयरन को विटामिन D या B12 के साथ लेने से अवशोषण कम हो सकता है।
सरल जीवनशैली समर्थन भी उतना ही महत्वपूर्ण है। रात 11 बजे से पहले सोएं, चाय और कॉफी कम करें, नियमित चलना या हल्का व्यायाम करें, और अतिरिक्त चीनी और परिष्कृत खाद्य पदार्थों से बचें, ये PCOD और विटामिन अवशोषण दोनों में मदद करेंगे। मानसिक तनाव सीधे विटामिन स्तरों को प्रभावित करता है, इसलिए अश्वगंधा और ब्राह्मी जारी रखें। तीन महीने बाद, विटामिन B12, विटामिन D और आयरन भंडारण स्तरों को दोबारा जांचें कि शरीर कैसे प्रतिक्रिया कर रहा है।
सादर डॉ. प्रसाद
When addressing low vitamin B12 and D levels, especially with the backdrop of PCOD and the herbal regimen you’ve mentioned, it’s crucial to approach this holistically while aligning with your dosha and dhatus. In Ayurveda, imbalances in vata dosha can affect absorption, so let’s focus on nurturing agni (digestive fire) to enhance nutrient uptake, beginning with vitamin B12.
Vitamin B12 is predominantly found in animal products. If you’re vegetarian, fortified foods like certain cereals and plant-based milks can be beneficial. It might also be wise to consider B12 supplements if your diet lacks adequate sources. Given your current herbal use, confirm with a healthcare provider to avoid any contraindications.
Boost digestive efficiency by sipping warm ginger tea 30 minutes before meals. This can stimulate agni and support absorption. Trikatu powder (a blend of black pepper, long pepper, and ginger) is another option; a pinch post meals might aid digestion and increase nutrient uptake. Ensure meals are timely and consistent, focusing on cooked, sattvic foods that don’t further imbalance doshas.
For vitamin D, sunlight exposure is fundamental. Aim for 15-20 minutes of sun exposure daily in the morning or late afternoon, allowing your skin to synthesize vitamin D naturally. If sun exposure is low due to geographic or lifestyle factors, vitamin D supplements are another route. Again, check compatibility with your existing treatments, maybe they’re not necessary at all.
As you already take ashwagandha and shatavari, which have beneficial effects on hormone balance, these can indirectly support overall wellness, potentially helping improve the body’s nutrient retention capacity. Monitor your health regularly, and it’s a good idea to keep regular tabs on vitamin levels through blood tests to adjust your strategies accordingly.
Continue all your medicines as before For Vitamin D Include sesame seeds (3-4tsp), milk and milk products, paneer, Apply sesame oil all over the body and expose to direct sunrays during sunrise and sunset time. Walking atleast 30 minutes in open air area. For increasing vitamin B12: Include sprouts, cocoa powder, fermented foods like idli, dosa, add yeast in rotis, Apple Cider vinegar 10ml daily in a glass of water.curds After following above remedies check for the report after 2 months
