From what you have shared, it seems that you have obstructive sleep apnoea, which is causing daytime fatigue and possibly poor quality of sleep. This condition occurs when the airway collapses or becomes partially blocked during sleep, leading to pauses in breathing and oxygen fluctuation, even in otherwise healthy people, airway, weakness, muscle laxity, excessive weight around neck or improper sleep posture can contribute to this
Ayurveda cannot always permanently, Cure obstructive sleep. Aapne Ah in the sense of replacing CPAP or surgically intervention in severe cases, but it can help significantly improve airway to reduce congestion, strength, and respiratory muscles calm the nervous system, improve sleep, quality, and reduce daytime fatigue This is done through a combination of herbal support, lifestyle, adjustment, and breathing practices, which enhance the airways stability
You can start Sithophaladi churna half teaspoon with honey twice daily Vasaka syrup 10 ML twice daily after Brahmi vati one tablet twice daily after food with warm water Triphala churna 1 teaspoon with warm water at night Ashwagandha churna half teaspoon with warm milk at night
Sleep on left side slightly elevated head. Avoid late, heavy meals and alcohol consumption. Maintain regular sleep schedule. Practice pranayama, meditation Maintain healthy body weight and neck, Post
It is important to note that CVS sleep apnoea can sometimes require medical devices like CPAP or surgical evaluation. Even along with Ayurvedic support, permanent management is individualised according to your constitution and severity
Hlo,
Yes, Ayurveda recognizes obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) as a disorder involving Kapha and Vata imbalance, primarily affecting the respiratory channels (Shvasavaha Srotas) and the upper airway. The obstruction in the throat or nasal passages is seen as Kapha accumulation causing blockage, sometimes with Vata irregularity leading to disrupted breathing.
1. Panchakarma / Local Therapy - Nasya (Nasal Drops) Anu Taila: 6–8 drops in each nostril every morning after gentle face washing. Duration: 21 days continuously, then 3–4 times per week as maintenance. Benefit: Clears nasal passages, reduces Kapha obstruction, improves breathing.
- Abhyanga (Oil Massage) + Swedana (Steam) Sesame or Ksheerabala Taila for full-body massage before bath. Follow with mild steam for 10–15 min. Frequency: Daily or 4–5 times/week. Benefit: Reduces Kapha congestion in chest/throat, relaxes body, supports sleep.
2. Oral Herbal Formulations
- Triphala Churna 1 tsp (≈3–5 g) Warm water at night, 30 min before sleep Reduces mucus/Kapha, improves digestion
- Sitopaladi Churna 1 tsp (≈3 g) With honey and warm water at night Clears chest and throat, reduces obstruction
- Yashtimadhu (Licorice) Powder ½–1 tsp Warm milk at night Soothes throat, reduces inflammation
- Tulsi (Holy Basil) Leaves 2–3 fresh leaves or tea Morning and evening Antiviral, immune support, reduces Kapha in respiratory tract
- Vacha (Acorus calamus) ¼–½ tsp powder With warm milk or honey at night Enhances respiratory strength, clears throat channels
Optional: Trikatu Churna (½ tsp with warm water before meals) if digestion is sluggish, which can worsen Kapha accumulation.
3. Lifestyle & Diet Dietary Guidelines-
Avoid heavy, cold, oily, or dairy-heavy foods at night. Prefer warm, light, Kapha-reducing meals: steamed vegetables, lentils, light soups. Reduce sugar, fried foods, refined flour.
Sleep & Routine Sleep before 10 PM, wake around 6 AM. Elevate head slightly while sleeping. Avoid daytime napping, especially after meals. Exercise / Yoga / Pranayama Pranayama: Anulom Vilom (alternate nostril breathing) 10 min before bed.
Bhramari Pranayama (humming bee breath) 5–10 min before sleep. Light walking or yoga during day to reduce Kapha.
4. Duration Initial course: 4–6 weeks of herbs + Nasya + daily routine.
Follow up after 21 days
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OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA IN AYURVEDA IS SEEN AS A COMBINATION OF VATA AND KAPHA IMBALANCE LEADING TO WEAK AIRWAY MUSCLES, EXCESS PHLEGM ACCUMULATION AND RESTRICTED RESPIRATION DURING SLEEP . AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOCUSES ON STRENGTHENING AIRWAY MUSCLES CLEANSING EXCESS KAPHA AND IMPROVING SLEEP QUALITY.
TRIPHALA CHURNA 1 TEASPOON WITH WARM WATER BEFORE SLEEP DAILY TO SUPPORT DIGESTION AND DETOXIFICATION.
VATSANABH CHURNA 1 TEASPOON WITH HONEY OR WARM WATER ONCE DAILY TO REDUCE PHLEGM AND STRENGTHEN RESPIRATORY FUNCTION
ASHWAGANDHA POWDER HALF TEASPOON WITH MILK AT NIGHT TO CALM NERVOUS SYSTEM AND IMPROVE SLEEP QUALITY
SHANKHAPUSHPI CHURNA HALF TEASPOON WITH WARM MILK OR WATER TO SUPPORT RELAXATION AND REDUCE ANXIETY
NASYA WITH ANU THAILAM OR KSHIRABALA OIL 2DROPS IN EACH NOSTRIL 3 TIMES WEEKLY TO CLEAR NASAL PASSAGE AND SUPPORT AIRWAY.
SLEEP WITH HEAD ELEVATED AVOID HEAVY AND OILY MEALS AT NIGHT REDUCE DAIRY AND FRIED ITEMS REGULAR WALKING YOGA AND BREATHING EXERCISES TO STRENGTHEN CHEST AND AIRWAY MUSCLES PRACTICE PRANAYAMA DAILY
INVESTIGATIONS SLEEP STUDY POLYSOMNOGRAPHY TO ASSESS SEVERITY REGULAR MONITORING OF BLOOD PRESSURE AND HEART RATE
CONSISTENT AYURVEDIC CARE WITH INTERNAL HERBS NASYA THERAPY AND LIFESTYLE MODIFICATIONS WILL HELP REDUCE FREQUENCY AND SEVERITY OF SLEEP APNEA AND IMPROVE DAYTIME ENERGY
Yes, you can start with Sitopaladi churan 1/2tsp. + Yastimadhu churan 1/2tsp = mix with 2tsp honey and take twice daily with water. Avoid citrus fruits cold drink icecream sugary foods fried foods. Have early dinner. Try to sleep on your sides rather on back. Do pranayam lom -vilom bhastrika kapalbhati daily for 5-10mins twice. Do Nasya with Anu tel 2drops in both nostril once daily. Steam inhalation once daily with few drops of eucalyptus oil. Warm water Gargle with pinch of turmeric powder.
Hello I can understand your concern regarding Sleep Apnea. It’s true, Ayurveda can help a lot with it. The idea is to clear up blockages, balance your body, and get your breathing and metabolism in better shape.
So, you’ve had Obstructive Sleep Apnea for over six months, and you’re tired during the day, probably snoring, and not sleeping well. Otherwise, you’re pretty healthy.
In Ayurveda, we see Sleep Apnea as a mix of being overweight and having blockages in your breathing passages from an excess of something called Kapha and Vata.
AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING
–Kapha buildup- leads to blocked nose and throat. –Vata imbalance –weakens the muscles that control your airway. –Being overweight means extra fat around your neck and throat, which can make your airway collapse.
These things can then lead to you feeling tired and putting stress on your brain and heart over time.
Our main goals with Ayurveda are to:
* Naturally clear up your airway. * Help you sleep better and get more oxygen. * Cut down on Kapha and fat in your upper airway. * Make your breathing muscles stronger. * Boost your energy and overall health.
AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT
INTERNAL MEDICATION
👉For Kapha: * Trikatu Churna: ¼ teaspoon before meals to help digestion and reduce Kapha. * Triphala Churna: 1 tsp At night with warm water to clean things out and reduce mucus. * Turmeric and Guduchi tea: Helps with inflammation and metabolism.
👉For muscles and breathing: * Ashwagandha capsule 1-0-1 after food Makes breathing muscles stronger and helps you sleep better. * Shatavari kalpa 1 tsp with warm milk Gives you more energy and strength.
NASAL TREATMENT
* Put 2–4 drops of Anu Thailam in each nostril daily, ideally before bed. This lubricates your nose, clears congestion, and helps you breathe better while sleeping.
TIPS * Keep a healthy weight. * Don’t eat big meals late at night. * Sleep with your head propped up a bit. * Avoid too many cold, heavy, or oily foods, which can increase Kapha. * Get regular exercise (walking, yoga).
Breathing exercises (Pranayama):
* Anulom Vilom: 10–15 minutes daily. * Bhramari: 7–10 rounds daily. * Deep belly breathing: Strengthens airway muscles. These exercises help strengthen your breathing and airway tone, which means fewer times you stop breathing in your sleep.
Remember, Ayurveda works slowly by getting to the root of the problem, so you need to be consistent.
If your oxygen levels drop below 90%, you have chest pain, or you’re so sleepy during the day you can’t function, you should see a doctor right away. Things like CPAP or surgery can be life-savers in these cases. Ayurveda can then help you with long-term maintenance.
Ayurveda can definitely help reduce blockages, improve your breathing, and give you more energy if you stick with it. A mix of Nasya, herbs, breathing exercises, and lifestyle changes is what works best.
Wishing you a good health😊
Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate
