In Gujarati, the word “obese” is typically described as “મોટાપું” (motāpūṁ), which more or less refers to being severely overweight. You can explain to your parents that તંદુરસ્તી (tandursti) and maintaining a healthy weight is important for avoiding problemas like સક્કર વ્યાધિ (diabetes), heart issues, or joint pain.
In Ayurveda, obesity is seen as a buildup of excess Kapha dosha leading to sthoulya (excess fat). It’s more than just being overweight; it’s an imbalance of doshas, particularly Kapha, that results in disrupted metabolism and indigestion. So your thought’s right that it’s linked to that, among other factors like improper lifestyle habits and poor diet.
Yes, there are specific herbs in Ayurveda like Triphala, Guggulu, and Punarnava known for aiding in weight management. Typically, these can be taken as tablets or powders. Triphala can be consumed as a powder mixed with warm water before bedtime to help cleanse the digestive tract and improve metabolism. Guggulu is often taken in tablet form, two times a day, to help mobilize fat and eliminate toxins. Punarnava can be taken as a decoction, sip twice a day to effectively manage body fluids and promote weight loss.
And about that warm water with honey and lemon… It can indeed stimulate digestion in the morning, but it’s not a magic cure. Ayurveda suggests dry ginger tea or lukewarm water with some turmeric and honey for heavy Kapha conditions, taken on an empty stomach.
Diet is a key player. You should reduce consumption of heavy, oily, and dairy-rich foods. Focus on light, warm, and easily digestible foods such as vegetable soups or brown rice. Spices like black pepper, ginger, and cumin can aid digestion too.
Exercise-wise, yoga, especially Surya Namaskar, can really help! It’s great for metabolism and overall fitness. Different asanas like Pavanamuktasana (Wind-Relieving Pose) and Veerabhadrasana (Warrior Pose) aid in weight management too.
Hormonal imbalances can be a part. Ayurvedic treatments like Panchakarma detoxes and herbs like Ashwagandha can support hormone balance, helping you tackle obesity from within.
Anyway, remember it’s not an overnight process. Consistent, steady efforts with lifestyle and dietary changes are key. If anyone here has had experience with this, sharing would be super insightful!
