What Is Obesity and How Can Ayurveda Help in Managing Weight Naturally Without Extreme Dieting? - #16062

For the past few years, I have been struggling with obesity, and despite trying different diets and workout routines, I have not been able to lose weight effectively. Sometimes, I manage to shed a few kilos, but the weight comes back quickly, making me feel frustrated and demotivated. From what I understand, obesity is not just about being overweight but also about excessive fat accumulation that can lead to health issues like diabetes, heart disease, and hormonal imbalances. But what I do not fully understand is why some people gain weight easily while others seem to stay thin no matter what they eat. Are genetics, metabolism, or hormonal issues the main causes of obesity, or is it more related to lifestyle and diet? I have read that Ayurveda classifies obesity as a Kapha imbalance, meaning an excess of earth and water elements in the body. But what does that mean in practical terms? Does it mean my digestion is slow, or that my body retains more fat due to imbalanced energy? How does Ayurveda explain why some people have a harder time losing weight? I am looking for Ayurvedic remedies to manage obesity naturally without extreme dieting or excessive exercise. Are there specific herbs like Triphala, Guggul, or Punarnava that help speed up metabolism and reduce fat accumulation? Also, does Ayurveda recommend certain eating patterns or meal timings to promote weight loss? Another thing I am wondering about is whether stress and emotions contribute to obesity. Can factors like emotional eating, poor sleep, or an unhealthy gut microbiome make it harder to lose weight? Does Ayurveda have detox methods to reset metabolism and improve digestion? If anyone has successfully reduced obesity using Ayurveda, I would love to hear about what worked for them. I want to take a sustainable and natural approach to weight management rather than following restrictive diets that do not provide long-term results.