Chronic weakness and fever - #1553

Feeling like you're stuck in a cycle of work-rest-illness doesn't sound fun at all, and its understandable that it's impacting your life quite a bit. In Ayurveda, frequent illness and that general feeling of weakness could signal an imbalance in your doshas, particularly Vata and possibly Pitta too. The body might not be gaining proper nourishment from the diet (maybe weak agni, or digestive fire), or you could have a vitiation in your Prana Vata (vital energy flow). Anyway, here's a few things you can try for balance and strength: First, let's tune that diet a bit. Warm, nourishing foods help in grounding Vata. Consider kitchari—simple mix of rice and lentils cooked with spices like cumin and turmeric. Maybe swap cold drinks for ginger tea or plain warm water, aiding your digestion better. As for lifestyle, try regularising your sleep pattern, aiming for 7-8 hours of restful sleep. Lack of consistent sleep can mess up those doshas. Yuk! Also, gentle exercises like yoga or walks instead of driving around on two wheels every day might help raise your energy levels. Try it a couple of times, when the body aint giving you grief. Massage can do wonders—consider some self-abhyanga (oil massage). Easy peasy! Warm up some sesame oil, rub it on the joints and muscles. Let it soak for 15-20 minutes, then a nice warm bath to wash it off. You can do this twice a week, and it’s relaxing too. What else... simple breathing exercises, like Anulom Vilom (alternate nostril breathing), can help balance energy flow. Start with 5 minutes a day, see how it feels. If these steps seem to not make a difference or the symptoms worsen, please don’t hesitate to see a healthcare professional for further investigation. Balancing dosha imbalances takes time and patience but combining traditional wisdom and modern care can make a powerful impact... Don’t ignore persistent problems, okay?