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Postpartum weight loss
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Question #20614
355 days ago
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Postpartum weight loss - #20614

Simran

Female 26 weight 78 kg height 5.4ft Pregnancy 1 year old baby High cholestrol High CRP Swelling and pain in legs and feet Pain in mid back Hair loss How lose weight and inflammation ,with diet and exercise ?

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Once check your thyroid profile

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Yes thyroid is okay

Are you breast feeding?? Because some medicines are contraindicated during breast feed

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Yes breastfeeding

Avoid spicy, oily and processed food. Regular exercise. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Dashmularishta 15ml twice after meal with lukewarm water. Punarnava mandur 2-0-2

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Do brisk walk atleast 20 minutes daily with stretching exercises Do surya namaskara Avoid: sugar, refined oil, cold drinks, curd, bread, fried food, potato, excessive salt, and packaged food. Drink 1 glass warm water with-1 tsp methi seeds (soaked ) Get-Vitamin D3, B12 Liver & kidney function tests Ferritin & Iron levels Bringraj hair oil- massage with this oil weekly thrice

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Hello exercise is the main key ingredient for weight loss after delivery… Kindly add walking in your daily routine… Mentain diet & lifestyle… If you have any emotional stress kindly rule it out…

1) Arogyavardhini vati… 2 tab 2 times a day 2) Tablet Shatavari… 1 tab 2 times a day

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Diet and exercise are essential for maintaining overall health and achieving healthy weight loss. Since you are a lactating mother, I will not recommend any medications at this stage. However, I can guide you with dietary and lifestyle modifications.

Diet Recommendations:

Include fruits and sprouts in your breakfast.

Eat millet-based meals such as millet chapati or millet khichdi along with a salad.

Start your day with a green juice made from green vegetables, curry leaves, and a pinch of cinnamon (dalchini).

Have a light and easily digestible dinner—prefer soups, vegetable stew, or khichdi.

Avoid refined, processed, and spicy foods.

Lifestyle Tips:

Avoid sitting or standing for prolonged periods—move around every 45 minutes.

Keep your feet elevated while resting to help reduce swelling.

Stay well-hydrated; add tulsi, ginger, or mint leaves to your water for added benefits.

Avoid sugar, refined flour, processed foods, and dairy—especially if swelling is prominent.

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Regular exercise Frequent meals with small quantities Eat fruits

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Take turmeric milk twice daily Triphala juice 15 ml twice daily before food with water Gokshuradi guggul 2-0-0 after food with water Use mahanarayan oil for Massage on back

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Hello

Firstly avoid cold things, Sweet spicy food, oil fried items processed foods coffee and tea , carbonate juices, Take good amount of vegetables and green leafy vegetables but not potato brinjal and curd

1) dashamoola arista 10ml-0-10ml with 10ml water after food

Just take this for 15 days Definitely u will relief After that consult me seperately.

Thank you

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When tackling weight loss and inflammation, especially postpartum, it’s so important to consider your unique body constitution or prakriti, and adapt accordingly with an approach that respects your current state of health.

Given your symptoms—high cholesterol, high CRP, swelling, pain, and hair loss—indicate a likely imbalance in kapha and maybe vata doshas. These doshas could be contributing to both excess weight and inflammation. Start with a gently cleansing diet focusing on balancing these doshas and reducing inflammation.

Incorporate warming spices like ginger, turmeric and black pepper into your meals. Turmeric in particular is effective for reducing inflammation. Try a simple turmeric milk before bed, using a warm cup of milk, 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder, and a pinch of black pepper to enhance turmeric absorption. If dairy doesn’t suit you, alternatives like almond milk works too.

Swap refined grains with whole grains like barley and quinoa, these are light and help in reducing kapha. Prioritize fresh vegetables and fruits that are seasonal and easily digestible. Avoid heavy, greasy, or overly sweet foods which can increase kapha.

Regularly engage in light exercise that gently moves your body. Taking walks, doing simple sun salutations or yoga, and gentle aerobics 3-4 times a week could help in boosting your metabolism without overly straining your muscles or joints. Focus on consistency rather than intensity.

Hydration is also key. Warm water infused with lemon slices or mint is good throughout the day. This helps maintain good circulation and flush out toxins.

Addressing hair loss, massage your scalp gently with coconut or bhringaraj oil once a week, preferably before washing your hair. This will nourish the scalp and strengthen the roots.

For mid-back pain, ensure proper posture, especially if spending long periods sitting or lifting your baby. A periodic gentle stretch routine focused on your mid-back, or supervised by a physiotherapist can be beneficial.

As your conditions involve high cholesterol and CRP, and given the potential cardiovascular implications, continuous professional monitoring with a healthcare provider would be invaluable. The integration of Ayurveda with modern medicine may assist in a comprehensive approach to achieving your health goals safely.

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