Cardiac Arrest: Can Ayurveda Help Prevent or Manage It Naturally? - #16389

A few weeks ago, my father, who is in his early 60s, collapsed at home. We rushed him to the hospital where the doctors confirmed he had suffered a cardiac arrest. Thankfully, the medical team was able to resuscitate him in time, and after some tests, they said his heart function was stable, but they warned us about the high risk of recurrence. We were all shocked, as he had no previous signs of heart disease, and no one in the family has a history of heart attacks or related conditions. He had been living a relatively normal lifestyle, with moderate exercise, a balanced diet, and no major health issues up until that point. Since then, I’ve been deeply worried, not just for his recovery, but about how we can prevent another cardiac arrest. He’s been prescribed medications to manage his heart function, but I’m not comfortable with relying too much on pharmaceutical interventions. I’m exploring ways we can support his heart health naturally, and that’s where I want to know more about Ayurvedic approaches. I’ve heard that Ayurveda can offer some solutions to help prevent heart issues like cardiac arrest and manage heart health. So, my main question is, can Ayurveda provide guidance on how to prevent cardiac arrest through natural remedies and lifestyle adjustments? What herbs or practices would be beneficial for someone who has experienced a cardiac arrest? I’ve read about Ayurvedic herbs for heart health like Arjuna and Turmeric, but I’m not sure how to integrate them effectively into my father’s routine. Another thing I’m concerned about is stress. My father had been going through a lot of emotional stress at the time of his cardiac arrest. Could stress have played a role in this, and are there Ayurvedic practices to help reduce stress that would also support heart health? Also, can the doshas be a factor here, and how does Ayurvedic medicine view the relationship between our mental and physical states, especially when it comes to heart-related issues like cardiac arrest? Lastly, I’ve noticed a slight increase in his weight since the cardiac arrest, even though he hasn’t drastically changed his eating habits. Can Ayurveda help with weight management as well, to reduce strain on the heart and help prevent any future issues like cardiac arrest? I would really appreciate insights from Ayurvedic practitioners who specialize in heart health. What natural remedies, herbs, or lifestyle practices can be integrated into his daily life to prevent a recurrence of cardiac arrest and improve his overall heart function?