Can Ayurveda help after a congestive heart failure diagnosis? - #16689

A few months ago, my father started getting tired really quickly, even after just walking a short distance. He complained of breathlessness, especially at night, and his legs and feet began swelling. At first, we thought it was just old age catching up, but when he suddenly had a severe coughing fit and felt like he couldn't breathe, we rushed him to the hospital. After several tests, the doctor told us he has congestive heart failure. We had never heard of this before, so we asked the doctor for the congestive heart failure definition, and he explained that it means the heart is too weak to pump blood properly, leading to fluid buildup in the lungs and other parts of the body. Now he’s on multiple medications, including diuretics and blood pressure medicines. The doctor says it’s a chronic condition, and we need to manage it carefully. But honestly, the medicines are making him feel even weaker. His appetite is low, and he constantly feels tired. His swelling comes and goes, and some nights he can’t even sleep properly because of the discomfort. We were told there is no permanent cure, and this has left us feeling really helpless. That’s when we started looking into Ayurveda. I read that Ayurvedic treatments can strengthen the heart and improve circulation naturally. Is there any Ayurvedic approach to managing congestive heart failure? Are there specific herbs or therapies that can help improve heart function and reduce fluid retention? We are also confused about diet—are there any Ayurvedic dietary recommendations to help with congestive heart failure? If anyone has tried Ayurveda for congestive heart failure, please share your experience. Can it actually help in the long run, or is it only supportive? We are hoping to improve his quality of life without depending entirely on medications.