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I am suffering from iron deficiency from 1 year - #24184

Rashmi Ranjan

Hi sir/madam I am suffering from iron deficiency since 1 year... After blood donation.... I am suffering from this problem when I am eating iron tablet it's okay but when I leave my hemoglobin level start to decrease on daily basis or weekly basis based on reports....but when I take Orin tablets my serrum albumin and serrum protein in blood increases significantly... Not in the urine.... So what should I do... To fullill my iron storage in the body and free from taking iron tablets on daily basis

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HELLO RASHMI RANJAN,

-iron deficiency for 1 year post blood donation -reliance on iron tablets to maintain haemoglobin -discontinuation leads to haemoglobin drop -serum protein and albumin increase during supplementation

THIS STRONGLY SUGGESTS -your body is not absorbing or storing iron efficiently -there may be digestive weakness or incomplete assimilation -serum protein increasing->your body is starting to repair under support, but without continued support, it regresses -possibility of Rakta dhatu kshaya(depleted blood tissue) and Mamsa dhatu kshaya(low protein stores )

ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA, -pandu roga(anemia) -due to digestive fire imbalance->leads to malabsorption -weak rasa and rakta dhatu->inability to form healthy blood -possibly Mamsa dhatu weakness->low serum protein, albumin

ROOT FACTORS IN YOU IRON NOT BEING STORED- weak agni, and rasadhatu RECURRENCE ON STOPPING MEDS= rakta dhatu depletion, slow dhatu regeneration IMPROVED WITH MEDS= rakta dhatu gets support, but Agni isn’t strong enough to maintain SERUM ALBUMIN RISE= better liver and mamsa dhatu function under support

3 STAGE TREATMENT STRATERGY PLANNED FOR YOU

PHASE 1- DEEPANA-PACHANA(digestive correction) If your digestion is weak, no matter how much iron you consume, it won’t be absorbed or retained

1)TRIKATU CHURNA- 1/4 tsp with honey or warm water before meals twice daily =improves digestion, metabolism, and clears toxins

2)HINGVASTAKA CHURNA- 1/2 tsp with warm water after meals =especially if there is bloating, gas or slow digestion

3)JEERAKADYARISTA- 15 ml with equal water after food =helps digestive strength and nutrient absorption

PHASE 1 DURATION= 2-3 WEEKS

PHASE 2- RAKTAVARDHAKA(blood formation and iron supplementation) once digestion is optimised , start iron-rich ayurvedic medicines

1) LOHASAVA- 20 ml with equal water after food twice daily =classical iron tonic, improves blood

2)NAVAYASA LAUHA- 250 mg with honey twice daily in morning and night =herbo-mineral iron rich rasayana

3)PUNARNAVA MANDUR- 1 tab twice daily after meals =improves hemoglobin, liver function

4)DHATRI LAUHA- 250 mg twice daily with amla juice or honey =enhances iron absorption, safe long-term

for 1st month take LOHASAVA + NAVAYASA LAUHA ONLY

then from 2nd month start other two for 1 month so DURATION OF 2ND PHASE= 2 MONTHS

PHASE 3- RASAYANA AND LONG TERM RESTORATION DURATION= 2-3 MONTHS this phase is to prevent recurrence and strengthen all tissues- especially rasa, rakta, mamsa

1)CHYAWANPRASHA- 1 tsp daily in morning =general tonic, support blood and immunity

2)ASHWAGANDHA LEHYAM- 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime =increases strength and energy

3)DRAKSHARISHTA- 20 ml after food twice daily =for fatigue, improves absorption and appetite

4)AMALAKI RASAYANA- 1 tsp daily =amla based support for iron , digestion and immunity

DIET RECOMMENDATIONS eat easily digestible iron-rich foods with good Vitamin c sources to enhance absorption -black sesame seeds- roasted and take with jaggery -dates, raisins, figs- soaked overnight -pomegranate, beetroot, spinach, drumstick leaves -gooseberry(amla)- fresh or powder -cows ghee- nourish the tissues and helps absorb fat-soluble nutirents -whole moong, lentils, red rice, jaggery

AVOID -tea/coffee after meals- block iron absorption -very heavy , greasy, or processed foods -excess sour/spicy food if there’s hyperacidity

LIFESTYLE TIPS -avoid daytime sleeping-slows metabolism -practice gentle yoga like -suryanamskar-6 cycles -pranayam- anulom vilom- 5 min -get morning sunlight- helps vitamin d and overall metabolism -manage stress- chronic stress affects nutrient absorption -early light dinner before 8 pm

with patience and right support -your body can restore its own iron balance -you can stop relying on daily tablets -you’ll feel more energetic, grounded and nourished overall

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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1. Syrup Vidangarishta – 3 tsp twice daily before meals Helps in improving digestion and absorption, which is essential for iron metabolism.

2. Lauha Bhasma – 125 mg twice daily with honey A classical Ayurvedic iron preparation that supports hemoglobin production and replenishes iron stores.

3. Punarnava Mandur – 2 tablets thrice a day (2-2-2) after meals Supports hematinic function, improves liver metabolism, and reduces water retention or swelling if present.

General Recommendations:

Include iron-rich foods such as black raisins, dates, pomegranate, beetroot, and green leafy vegetables.

Avoid tea or coffee immediately after meals as they hinder iron absorption.

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Iron deficiency can be quite taxing, and navigating it requires a nuanced approach, especially if you’re looking to rely less on tablets. Truly, understanding your body’s needs is the first step. In Ayurveda, iron deficiency may correlate with certain dosha imbalances, specifically vata and pitta. Here are some personalized suggestions to improve your iron levels naturally.

First off, focus on an iron-rich diet. Incorporate greens like spinach, bathua, and amaranth into your meals. They’re packed with nutrients that can help boost your iron levels. Cooking in a cast iron skillet can also increase the amount of iron in your food. Variaties like pomegranate and watermelon can enhance absorption, so munch on those fruits often.

Consider ayurvedic preparations like Lohasava, an herbal tonic known to help with iron deficiency. However, it’s critical to consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner to ensure it’s appropriate for you, as these formulations are powerful and need to be tailored to your specific constitution (prakriti).

Enhancing your digestive fire (agni) is crucial. Consume ginger or cumin seeds before meals to boost digestion, improving iron absorption. Reducing the consumption of foods that inhibit iron absorption, such as tea, coffee, and dairy right after meals, might be beneficial. Vitamin C-rich foods work wonders in improving iron absorption, so pair your iron-rich foods with foods high in this vitamin – like lemon or oranges.

Practice a routine that eliminates stress, as it can affect gut health and nutrient absorption. Yoga and meditation can be profoundly beneficial here. Regular body massages with sesame oil or ayurvedic herbal oils may help in balancing the doshas and improving overall circulation.

Finally, if traditional methods aren’t providing the relief needed, don’t hesitate to seek advice from both ayurvedic and allopathic healthcare providers. Sometimes a combination of approaches can be most effective. It’s important to address the root cause while ensuring no immediate health risks are present, so regular monitoring and consultation is vital.

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For it you should take more iron rich vegetables like spianch, beetroot etc.

And take Navayas lauh 1 tab twice a day Punarnava mandoor 1 tab twice a day Praval pushti 1 tab twice a day Ashokarishta 15 ml with equal amount of water after food

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Hello If your haemoglobin is dropping when you’re stopping iron tablets Then your body likely is not storing or observing iron, well, so to improve naturally, you can start on Punarnavadi mandura- Tab liv 52 -one tablet each twice daily after food Drakshadi aristha -4 teaspoon with equal quantity of water twice daily after food Eat iron rich foods like soaked, black, rising dates, spinach, ragi, beetroot, pomegranate Include vitamin C rich foods like Amla lemon with meals to improve absorption Avoid tea, coffee If the issue continuous even after following the above, then get peripheral near done along with LFT

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Most important is Hydration. Stay hydrated with water or juices. No tea and coffee.

Also do LFT as you have raised Sr. Albumin & Sr. Protein.

Start cooking in cast iron or earthen vessels. This is a remidy for natural increase in Hb levels. It will take 4-6 months but very effective remidy.

Eat Peanuts, Jaggery, Rajgira ladoo, Rajgira Barfi, Finger millet (ragi)

You need to do deworming. Syp. Vidangariashta 3 tsp twice a day before food for 21days. else you can go for allopathy tablet TAB. BANDY PLUS 1 tab at night and than 1 more tab at night 3 days after the first dose.

Then start: Tab. Mandurvarak 1 tab twice a day with 2 tsp AMLA JUICE + half cup water Tab Liv 52 DS 1 tab twice a day before food.

If you take these medicines after deworming you will get better results

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Regarding dropping of hemoglobin on stopping iron suppliment intake, 1.repeat blood tests(CBC, serum ferritin, iron studies) 2.Identify any ongoing blood loss(especially related to menstrual cycle, hemorrhoids/piles) 3.Rectify diet and absorption issues Meanwhile start with 1.vasaguduchayadi kashyam 15ml
kashayam+45ml lukewarm water two times before food 2.T. punarnava mandooram 1-0-1 after food 3.Draksharishtam 30ml twice after food 4.Dadimadi ghritham 10g early morning on empty stomach Include more of iron rich food in diet like green leafy vegetables, spinach, beetroot, beans, dates, ragi, pomegranate. Non vegeteraians can include fish, organ meat, eggs. Try to add half a lemon juice in the dishes for a speedy absorption of iron.

Avoid strenuous exeecises. instead practise yoga and pranayama

Drink adquate amount of water. 2.punarnava mandooram

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Hello Rashmi I can understand your concern regarding iron deficiency and we are here to help you out!!

Your concern 1. Your iron in blood is on lower side 2. After taking allopathy medication for some time it is improved and after stopping it again starts to decreasing 3. After taking orin tablets your sr albumin and sr protein in blood increases

See according to ayurveda improving your blood should be through proper specific diet As not only you but taking supplements lifetime is not feasible.

We first understand your causes for low iron Follwing are the most common causes of iron deficiency 1. Inadequate iron intake 2. Chronic blood loss through menstrual bleeding ( if you have heavy flow) 3. Malabsorption of iron as seen in IBS 4. Long tern use of painkiller

My advice to you is to take medication for 120 days and continue the specific diet which i will advice… And then slowly we will stop your medicatoin continuining the diet

INTERNAL MEDICATION 1. Ayasthriti 30ml-0-30ml after food 2. Punarnava mandoor 2-0-2 after food 3. Dadimadi ghrita 1 tsp at bed time follwed by warm water

This is the minimum medication you can continue for 120 days I am specifying 120 days as new rbc are formed in 120 days so to see any significant changes we have to wait till 120 days

Diet for iron deficiency anemia Diet should be focused on three aspect 1. Iron increasing food 2. Improving iron absorption 3. Food items to avoid

1. Iron increasing food #Spinach #Amaranth #fenugreek leaves #moringa leaves #lentils, chickpeas, soyabean, kidney beans #pumpkin seeds #whole grains #tofu If nonveg eater #red meat #chicken #liver #fish - tuna

2. Improving iron absorption #citrus food like orange, amla #tomotoes, guava, bell peppers #brocolli, strawberry

3. Food items to avoid #tea or coffee #calcium rich food #high fiber raw bran #curd # reheated food, fried items

Hope you found this helpful!! Wish you a good health

Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate BAMS, MD ( sch)

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Dnt worry Rashmi you take rich iron supplement foods or vegetables such as spinach/beetroot/mushroom/brocoli/sweetcorn… Management

Divya hemoghrit vital=2-2 tab Divya livogrit vital=2-2 tab=empty stomach twice daily

Nutrela iron complex cap=1 cap per day

Divya drakshasava=3-3 tsp after meal twice daily…

Do regular pranayama=BHRAMRI/kapalbhati/ANULOMAVILOM PRANAYAMA

You can cured eaisly

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Take beetroot daily in salads Take overnight soaked 5 raisin in mrng empty stomach Navayas churn 1tsf with lukewarm water BD Punarnava mandoor 1BD with buttermilk Dhatri loh 1BD Dadimadi ghrit 1tsf in lukewarm water BD

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Take punarnava mandur 1-0-1 after food with water Take tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water Have fresh juice either made from beetroot/ pomegranate/ amla / doodhi / apple. Use nachni/ ragi atta in your diet daily for lunch/ dinner Take fresh green vegetables like palak/ methi in your diet.

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Don’t worry

🌸 Cause : Blood loss due to

* Bleeding in the digestive tract * Haemorrhoids * Monthly menstrual bleeding * Fibroid * Low intake of iron * Aspirin use

✅ Check

* Blood - * Hb * MCV * Reticulocyte count * Vit.B12 * Complete haemogram

✅ Intake mudga, jiraka, Fenugreek, barley

* Garlic, onion, brinjal, banana, amalaki 
* Ripe mango , grapes, dates , apple, pomegranate 
* Non vegetarian foods like mutton, egg, soups

* Vitamin B rich foods helps good iron absorption 
* Green leafy vegetables 

❌ Avoid red chillies, pea, salt * Avoid coffee , tea, alcohol, aspirin * Avoid day sleep

💊 MEDICINE 💊

1. Punarnavadi kashayam - 15ml with 60 ml boiled hot water morning and evening before food

2. Lohasavam + ayaskriti - each 15 ml morning and evening after food

3. Mandura vatakam - 2 - 0 - 2 with asavam

4. Drakshadi lehyam - 1 tspn morning and night after food

5. Chinchadi lehyam - 10 gm at bed time

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Hello Rashmi Ranjan

" NO NEED TO WORRY "

" I WILL HELP YOU UNDERSTAND & RECOVER WITH IRON DEFICIENCY ANEMIA RAISED PROTEIN ISSUES SAFELY EFFECTIVELY THROUGH AYURVEDA "

UR CONCERN

* Post Blood Donation Iron Deficiency Since 1 Yr * Iron Tablet Dependency to maintain Serum Iron & Hb * Drop in Iron Hb when Discontinue Iron Suppliments * Raised Albumin & Protein During Iron Supplement ( Orin )

WHY IRON LEVELS ARE DROPPING AFTER DISCONTINUATION OF IRON SUPPLIMENTS ?

1.Inadequate Dietary Iron Intake 2.Increased Body’s Iron Requirements & Taking Dietary Iron Insufficient 3.Iron Malabsorption 4.Certain Diet Interfering Iron Absorption like Milk products 5.Lack of Factors Diet needed for Proper Iron & Hemoglobin production like Vit B Vit C Folic Acid 6.Ongoing Known or Unknown Unidentified Blood Loss Like On Periods Stools 7.Associater Medical Conditions like Autoimmune issues Bone Marrow issues IBS Celiac Disease 8.Certain Medications Like Antacids Painkillers Antibiotics

WHY ALBUMIN & PROTEIN INCREASES DURING IRON SUPPLIMENTS ?

1 ) Iron supplements can support the body’s overall protein synthesis processes, potentially leading to a rise in albumin levels. 2 ) Albumin can bind and transport iron in the bloodstream so Albumin Protein raises while taking Iron Suppliments

WHY RECURRENT IRON DEFICIENCY AFTER BLOOD DONATION ?

1 ) Iron Loss :- Blood donation can lead to iron deficiency, particularly in frequent or repeat donors 2 ) Replenishing Iron :- It takes time for the body to replace the lost iron, and this process may be even slower for frequent donors. 3 ) Prolonged Iron Deficiency State :- Without proper iron replenishment, frequent blood donation can lead to iron deficiency (low iron stores) or even iron deficiency anemia

AYURVEDIC APPROCH

1) Rasajanya Pandu ( Nutritional Deficiencies Anemia 2 ) Raktajanya Pandu ( Iron Deficiencies Anemia)

FURTHER DETAILED INVESTIGATION NEEDED

-CBC -Peripheral Smear -Ser Iron Profile Derailed * Ser Iron - amount of iron circulating in the blood. * Ser Ferritin - Checking body’s iron stores * Ser Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC)-blood’s capacity to bind iron * Ser Transferrin Saturation - transferrin (a protein that carries iron) that is saturated with iron -Fecal Occult Blood -Celieac Serology - tTG Antibody -H Pylori -Interinsic Factor -TSH -KFT Erythropoietin Factor -LFT -Vit B Total -Albumin Total Protein

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT

NOTE - TAKING MEDICINE ONLY IS NOT ENOUGH TO REVERSE THIS ISSUE

IN MY CLINICAL PRACTICE I HAVE SEEN BEST PROMISING RESULTS BY COMBINATION THERAPIES AS BELOW

" Causes Identification & Corrections + Ayurvedic Medicines + Proper Nutritional Diet+ Yoga + Exercises + Lifestyle Modifications+ Stress Management "

AYURVEDIC MEDICINES

U MUST TRY

( Minimum Medicine Maximum Quick Early Sustainable Iron Effects )

HEAM IRON THERAPY

Tab.Ban Labs Feroliv Forte Caplet ( Ban Labs Pharma) 1 -0-1 After Food

NON HAEM IRON THERAPY

Syrup.4 Blud Syrup ( Green Milk Pharma) 10 ml -0-10 ml Night After Food

RASAYAN THERAPY

Charak Manoll Malt ( Charak Pharma) 1 Tsf Morning -0-1 Tsf Night After Food

ESSENTIALS PLANT BASED MULTIVITAMIN SUPPLIMENT

Cap.Nutrela Daily Active Plant Based Multivitamin ( Patanajali Pharma) 1 -0- 0 After Food

VERY IMPORTANT NOTE

PRECAUTION TO TAKE WHILE TAKING IRON SUPPLIMENTS ( Factors which May Interfere Iron Absorption)

* Don’t Take Milk Products Along with Iron Supplement which interfere with Iron Absorption * Always take Any Vit C like Citrus Fruits which Enhance Iron Absorption

DAILY DIET PLAN ( DIET AS MEDICINE TO RECOVER FAST )

* NORMAL DIET ( Less Oily, Less Spicy Sour Salty, Well Cooked )

* EARLY MORNING DRINK-Apple Juice / Pomegranate Juice

* BREAKFAST - Rava Ragi Bajra Oats Items/ Fruits Salads/ Home made Soups

* MID MORNING - Beet Carrot Juice

* LUNCH - Ghee Applied Roti ( Non Gluten) Jwar/ Bajara/ Ragi + Leafy Vegetable like Palak Methi+ Green Salad Rayta + Any Sabji+ Fresh Butter Milk with Cream + Rice + Dal

* EVENING - Fruit Juice / Mix Fruit Salads with Roasted Dry Fruits/ Carrot Juice

* DINNER - Half of Lunch Quantity/ Fruits Salads/ Light Diet

* NIGHT - Triphala Powder 1 Tsf with 1 Glass of Luke Warm Water & Chamomile Tea

DO’S :-

* Iron Rich - Apple Pomegranate Ragi Beet Palak Dates Figs * B Complex Rich - Multi millets Mix Multigrain Mix Sprouts Mix Animal Red Meat Chicken Mutton Bone Marrow Soup * Vit C - All Citrus Fruits Amla * Prefer Healthy Nutritious Well Cooked Steamed Light for Digestion * All Green leafy vegetables Salads Sprouts Fruits Soaked Dry fruits fibers * Plenty Of Water Fluids intake * Milk Fresh Butter Milk * Cereals - Jwar Bajara Ragi Oats * Vegetable - Lauki Turai Prawal Gajar Beet Carrot * Fruits - Apple Pomegranate Guava Chiku Ripe banana Papaya * Dry Fruits - Soaked Resins Kishmish Khajoor Anjeer etc * Drinks - Coconut Water Watermelon juice Musk Melon Juices * Dairy - Fresh Buttermilk Cow Ghee * Species - Hing Jerra Ajawain Saunff * Herbs - Moringa Aloe Vera Amla

DON’TS :-

* Restrict Heavy for digestion * Excessive Too Acidic Salty Sour Spicy items * Outside Fried Oily Junk food * Bakery Foods Maida Udad items * Too Fermented Food * Excess Tea Coffee * Avoid Rajma Chole Curd Paneer Cream Sweets * Processed Packed Canned Foods * Processed Sweets * Cold Beverages

LIFESTYLE MODIFICATIONS

* Rest Good Sleep (8 hrs ) * Active Lifestyle * Physical Activities * Timely Food Intakes * Sleep Early Wake Early * Avoid Sedentary Lifestyle * Avoid Fasting * Avoid Addictions if any

YOGA

* Anulom Vilom Pranayam( 20 Rounds ) * Surya Namaskar ( 10 Rounds ) * Mayurasan ( 10 Rounds ) * Paschimottanasan ( 5 Rounds) * Gomukhasan (5 Rounds) * Sarvangasana (5 Rounds)

EXERCISES

* Walking 6000 Steps Per Day * Jogging * Mild Mobility Flexibility Exercise * Aerobics

ANTISTRESS

* Dhyan * Meditation * Mental Peace Calmness

REGARDS

Dr Arun Desai

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NAMASTE RASHMI JI,

It sounds like you’re experiencing chronic iron deficiency that started after blood donation, and your haemoglobin only improves while you’ve on iron supplements. your also mentioned that serum protein and albumin levels increase while taking iron tablet, but no protein is lost in the urine- which suggests it’s not a kidney issue

1) IRON DEFICIENCY common cause= blood loss(e.g donation, menstruation) , poor absorption(gt issues), low dietary intake -hemoglobin falls again when stopping supplements- this suggest iron stores ferritin are not being adequately replensihed

2) SERUM ALBUMIN/PROTEIN INCREASE WITH IRON TABS -this might be a response to improved nutrition/ metabolism -it’s not typically a concern unless too high-values would help here

GENERAL ADVICE to restore iron levels and avoid lifelong tablet use 1) rebuild iron stores(ferritin) fully- not just normalize hemoglobin 2) find and treat the cause of iron loss- e.g- internal bleeding, poor gut absorption 3) improve dietary intake and absorption naturally

In Ayurveda, iron deficiency is linked with panda Roga, and management involves enhancing digestive fire using iron rich medications

1) PUNARNAVA MANDOR- 2 tabs twice daily after meals for 3 months =improves hemoglobin, digestion, reduces inflammation

2) NAVAYAS LAUHA- 1/2 tsp twice daly after meals for 2-3 months =iron rich herbo-mineral compund

3) DHATRI LAUH- 250 mg once daily after lunch or 2 moths =good for digestion, immunity, and iron

4) DRAKSHARISHTA- 15ml with water after meals for. 3 months =aids digestion and iron absorption

DIET TO BE FOLLOWED -green leafy vegetables= spinach, amaranth, moringa, fenugreek, curry leaves -beetroot, carrots, pumpkin, sweet potato -legumes= urad dal, kulith, chickpeas, green gram -whole grains= ragi, bajra, jowar, red rice -nuts and seeds= black sesame seeds, almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds -dry fruits= raisin, dates, figs, dried apricot -jaggery- especially with sesame or roasted chana -amla- resh, powder or juice form -curry leaves- cook into dishes or make chutney

HAVE VITAMIN. C RICH FOODS -amla, lemon, oranges, guava, tomatoes -always pair with iron rods- squeeze lemon on dal or greens -ghee - support digestion and absorption

FOODS TO AVOID OR LIMIT -tea/coffee -excessive milk and dairy -cold or processed foods -fried, oily and heavy to digest meals -white sugar, refined flour

good digestion is key to absorbing nutrients including iron. -use spices like jeera, ajwain, hing, dry ginger, trikatu in cooking -sip warm water throughout the day -if digestion feels weak, take a pinch of trikatu churna with warm water before meals

LIFESTYLE RECOMMENDATIONS YOGA- 15-30 min daily- especially -sarangasana, viparita karanim bhujangasana, pawanmuktasana -sleep- 7-8 hours- avoid sleeping latee -stress management- pranayam

repeat hemoglobin and ferritin test after 6 weeks of starting treatment -once normalise, slowly taper down dosage- switch to diet only maintenance

DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY OF 6 WEEKS

THANK YOU

REGARDS

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

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I am someone who kinda started out in both worlds—Ayurveda and allopathy—and that mix really shaped how I see health today. My clinical journey began with 6 months of hands-on allopathic exposure at District Hospital Sitapur. Honestly, that place was intense. Fast-paced, high patient flow, constant cases of chronic and acute illnesses coming through. That taught me a lot about how to see disease. Not just treat it, but like… notice the patterns, get better at real-time diagnosis, really listen to what the patient isn’t saying out loud sometimes. It gave me this sharper sense of clinical grounding which I think still stays with me. Then I moved more deeply into Ayurveda and spent another 6 months diving into clinical training focused on Panchakarma therapies. Stuff like Abhyanga, Basti, Shirodhara—learned those not just as a list of techniques, but how and when to use 'em, especially for detox and deep healing. Every case felt like a different puzzle. There wasn’t always one right answer, you know? And that’s where I found I loved adapting protocols based on what the person actually needed, not just what the textbook says. Alongside that, I got certified in Garbha Sanskar through structured training. That really pulled me closer to maternal health. Pregnancy support through Ayurveda isn’t just about herbs or massage, it’s like this entire way of guiding a mother-to-be toward nourishing the baby right from conception—emotionally, physically, all of it. That part stuck with me hard. My overall approach? It’s kinda fluid. I believe in balancing natural therapies and evidence-based thinking. Whether it's seasonal imbalance, hormonal issues, Panchakarma detox plans, or just guiding someone on long-term wellness—I like making people feel safe, heard, and actually understood. I’m not into rushing plans or masking symptoms. I’d rather work together with someone to build something sustainable that really suits their body and where they’re at. In a way, I’m still learning every day. But my focus stays the same—use Ayurvedic wisdom practically, compassionately, and in a way that just... makes sense in real life.
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Dr. Snehal Vidhate
I am Dr. Snehal Vidhate, born n brought up in Maharashtra—and honestly, for as long as I remember I’ve felt this pull towards Ayurveda. Not the fancy version ppl throw around, but the deep, real kind that actually helps ppl. I did my BAMS from YMT Ayurvedic Medical College in Kharghar. That’s where I got my basics strong—like really studied the shastras, understood prakriti, doshas, the whole deal. Not just crammed theory but started to see how it shows up in real lives. After finishing BAMS, I got into this one-year certificate course at Rashtriya Ayurveda Vidyapeeth, Delhi—honestly a turning point. I was super lucky to learn Kerala Ayurveda from my Guru, Prof. Dr. G.G. Gangadharan. He’s got this way of seeing things... simple but deep. That time with him taught me more than any textbook ever could. It kinda reshaped how I look at health, healing n how precise Ayurveda can be when you respect its roots. Right now I’m doing my MD in Panchakarma from SDM Ayurveda College, Bangalore. This place is like a hub for serious Ayurveda work. The Panchakarma training here? Super intense. We go deep into detoxification & rasayana therapy—not just theory again, but hands-on. I’m learning to blend classical techniques with today’s clinical demands.. like how to make Vamana or Basti actually doable in modern patient setups. My current practice is really about merging tradition with logic. Whether it’s chronic skin issues, gut problems, stress burnout or hormone stuff—my goal is to get to the root, not just hush the symptoms. I use Panchakarma when needed, but also a lot of ahara-vihara tweaks, medhya herbs, sometimes just slowing ppl down a bit helps. I really believe Ayurveda’s power is in its simplicity when done right. I don’t try to fix ppl—I work *with* them. And honestly, every patient teaches me something back.
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Dr. Prasad Pentakota
I am Dr. P. Prasad, and I’ve been in this field for 20+ years now, working kinda across the board—General Medicine, Neurology, Dermatology, Cardiology—you name it. Didn’t start out thinking I’d end up spanning that wide, but over time, each area sort of pulled me in deeper. And honestly, I like that mix. It lets me look at a patient not just through one lens but a whole system-wide view... makes more sense when treating something that won’t fit neatly in one category. I’ve handled everything from day-to-day stuff like hypertension, diabetes, or skin infections to more serious neuro and cardiac problems. Some cases are quick—diagnose, treat, done. Others take time, repeated check-ins, figuring out what’s really going on beneath those usual symptoms. And that’s where the detail matters. I’m pretty big on thorough diagnosis and patient education—because half the problem is ppl just not knowing what’s happening inside their own body. What’s changed for me over years isn’t just knowledge, it’s how much I lean on listening. If you miss what someone didn’t say, you might also miss their actual illness. And idk, after seeing it play out so many times, I do believe combining updated medical practice with basic empathy really shifts outcomes. Doesn’t have to be complicated... it just has to be consistent. I keep up with research too—new drugs, diagnostics, cross-specialty updates etc., not because it’s trendy, but cuz it’s necessary. Patients come in better read now than ever. You can’t afford to fall behind. The end goal’s the same tho—help them heal right, not just fast. Ethical practice, evidence-based, and sometimes just being there to explain what’s going on. That’s what I stick to.
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Dr. Ayush Varma
I am an Ayurvedic physician with an MD from AIIMS—yeah, the 2008 batch. That time kinda shaped everything for me... learning at that level really forces you to think deeper, not just follow protocol. Now, with 15+ years in this field, I mostly work with chronic stuff—autoimmune issues, gut-related problems, metabolic syndrome... those complex cases where symptoms overlap n patients usually end up confused after years of going in circles. I don’t rush to treat symptoms—I try to dig into what’s actually causing the system to go off-track. I guess that’s where my training really helps, especially when blending classical Ayurveda with updated diagnostics. I did get certified in Panchakarma & Rasayana therapy, which I use quite a lot—especially in cases where tissue-level nourishment or deep detox is needed. Rasayana has this underrated role in post-illness recovery n immune stabilization, which most people miss. I’m pretty active in clinical research too—not a full-time academic or anything, but I’ve contributed to studies on how Ayurveda helps manage diabetes, immunity burnout, stress dysregulation, things like that. It’s been important for me to keep a foot in that evidence-based space—not just because of credibility but because it keeps me from becoming too rigid in practice. I also get invited to speak at wellness events n some integrative health conferences—sharing ideas around patient-centered treatment models or chronic care via Ayurvedic frameworks. I practice full-time at a wellness centre that’s serious about Ayurveda—not just the spa kind—but real, protocol-driven, yet personalised medicine. Most of my patients come to me after trying a lot of other options, which makes trust-building a huge part of what I do every single day.
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Dr. Maitri Bhavesh Kumar Acharya
I am Dr. Maitri, currently in my 2nd year of MD in Dravyaguna, and yeah, I run my own Ayurvedic clinic in Ranoli where I’ve been seeing patients for 2 years now. Honestly, what pulled me into this path deeper is how powerful herbs really are—when used right. Not just randomly mixing churnas but actually understanding their rasa, virya, vipaka etc. That’s kinda my zone, where textbook knowledge meets day-to-day case handling. My practice revolves around helping people with PCOD, acne, dandruff, back pain, stiffness in knees or joints that never seem to go away. And I don’t jump to giving a long list of medicines straight away—first I spend time figuring out their prakriti, their habits, food cycle, what triggers what… basically all the small stuff that gets missed. Then comes the plan—herbs (single or compound), some diet reshuffling, and always some lifestyle nudges. Sometimes they’re tiny, like sleep timing. Sometimes big like proper seasonal detox. Being into Dravyaguna helps me get into the depth of herbs more confidently. I don’t just look at the symptom—I think okay what guna will counter this? Should the drug be snigdha, ushna, tikta? Is there a reverse vipaka that’ll hurt the agni? I ask these questions before writing any combo. That’s made a huge diff in outcomes. Like I had this case of chronic urticaria that would flare up every week, and just tweaking the herbs based on sheetala vs ushna nature... helped calm the system in 3 weeks flat. Not magic, just logic. I also work with women who are struggling with hormonal swings, mood, delayed periods or even unexplained breakouts. When hormones go haywire, the skin shows, digestion slows, and mind gets foggy too. I keep my approach full-circle—cleansing, balancing, rejuvenating. No quick fixes, I tell them early on. What I’m hoping to do more of now is make Ayurveda feel practical. Not overwhelming. Just simple tools—ahara, vihara, aushadha—used consistently, with some trust in the body’s own healing. I’m still learning, still refining, but honestly, seeing people feel in control of their health again—that’s what keeps me rooted to this.
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Dr. M.Sushma
I am Dr. Sushma M and yeah, I’ve been in Ayurveda for over 20 yrs now—honestly still learning from it every day. I mostly work with preventive care, diet logic, and prakriti-based guidance. I mean, why wait for full-blown disease when your body’s been whispering for years, right? I’m kinda obsessed with that early correction part—spotting vata-pitta-kapha imbalances before they spiral into something deeper. Most ppl don’t realize how much power food timing, digestion rhythm, & basic routine actually have… until they shift it. Alongside all that classical Ayurveda, I also use energy medicine & color therapy—those subtle layers matter too, esp when someone’s dealing with long-term fatigue or emotional heaviness. These things help reconnect not just the body, but the inner self too. Some ppl are skeptical at first—but when you treat *beyond* the doshas, they feel it. And I don’t force anything… I just kinda match what fits their nature. I usually take time understanding a person’s prakriti—not just from pulse or skin or tongue—but how they react to stress, sleep patterns, their relationship with food. That whole package tells the story. I don’t do textbook treatment lines—I build a plan that adjusts *with* the person, not on top of them. Over the years, watching patients slowly return to their baseline harmony—that's what keeps me in it. I’ve seen folks come in feeling lost in symptoms no one explained… and then walk out weeks later understanding their body better than they ever did. That, to me, is healing. Not chasing symptoms, but restoring rhythm. I believe true care doesn’t look rushed, or mechanical. It listens, observes, tweaks gently. That's the kind of Ayurveda I try to practice—not loud, but deeply rooted.
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Dr. Hemanshu Mehta
I am Dr. Hemanshu—right now a 2nd year MD scholar in Shalya Tantra, which basically means I’m training deep into the surgical side of Ayurveda. Not just cutting and stitching, btw, but the whole spectrum of para-surgical tools like Agnikarma, Viddhakarma, and Kshara Karma... these aren’t just traditional, they’re super precise when done right. I’m not saying I know everything yet (still learning every day honestly), but I do have solid exposure in handling chronic pain issues, muscle-joint disorders, and anorectal conditions like piles, fissures, fistulas—especially where modern treatments fall short or the patient’s tired of going through loops. During clinical rounds, I’ve seen how even simple Kshara application or well-timed Agnikarma can ease stuff like tennis elbow or planter fasciatis, fast. But more than the technique, I feel the key is figuring what matches the patient’s constitution n lifestyle... like one-size-never-fits-all here. I try to go beyond the complaint—looking into their ahar, sleep, stress levels, digestion, and just how they feel in general. That part gets missed often. I honestly believe healing isn’t just a “procedure done” kind of thing. I try not to rush—spend time on pre-procedure prep, post-care advice, what diet might help the tissue rebuild faster, whether they’re mentally up for it too. And no, I don’t ignore pathology reports either—modern diagnostic tools help me stay grounded while applying ancient methods. It’s not this vs that, it’s both, when needed. My aim, tbh, is to become the kind of Ayurvedic surgeon who doesn't just do the work but understands why that karma or technique is needed at that point in time. Every case teaches me something new, and that curiosity keeps me moving.
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Dr. Narendrakumar V Mishra
I am a Consulting Ayurvedic Physician practicing since 1990—feels strange saying “over three decades” sometimes, but yeah, that’s the journey. I’ve spent these years working closely with chronic conditions that don’t always have clear answers in quick fixes. My main work has been around skin disorders, hair fall, scalp issues, and long-standing lifestyle stuff like diabetes, arthritis, and stress that kinda lingers under everything else. When someone walks into my clinic, I don’t jump to treat the problem on the surface. I start by understanding their *prakriti* and *vikriti*—what they’re made of, and what’s currently out of sync. That lets me build treatment plans that actually *fit* their system—not just push a medicine and hope it works. I use a mix of classical formulations, panchakarma if needed, dietary corrections, and slow, practical lifestyle changes. No overnight miracle talk. Just steady support. Hair fall and skin issues often feel cosmetic from outside—but internally? It’s about digestion, stress, liver, hormones... I’ve seen patients try 10+ things before landing in front of me. And sometimes they just need someone to *listen* before throwing herbs at the problem. That’s something I never skip. With arthritis and diabetes too, I take the same root-cause path. I give Ayurvedic medicines, but also work with *dinacharya*, *ahar* rules, and ways to reduce the load modern life puts on the body. We discuss sleep, food timing, mental state, all of it. I’ve also worked a lot with people dealing with high stress—career burnout, anxiety patterns, overthinking—and my approach there includes Ayurvedic counseling, herbal mind support, breathing routines... depends what suits them. My foundation is built on classical *samhitas*, clinical observation, and actual time with patients—not theories alone. My goal has always been simple: to help people feel well—not just for a few weeks, but in a way that actually lasts. Healing that feels like *them*, not just protocol. That’s what I keep aiming for.
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I am a Senior Ayurveda Physician with more than 28 years in this field — and trust me, it still surprises me how much there is to learn every single day. Over these years, I’ve had the chance to treat over 1 lakh patients (probably more by now honestly), both through in-person consults and online. Some come in with a mild cough, others with conditions no one’s been able to figure out for years. Each case brings its own rhythm, and that’s where real Ayurveda begins. I still rely deeply on classical tools — *Nadi Pariksha*, *Roga-Rogi Pariksha*, proper *prakriti-vikriti* mapping — not just ticking symptoms into a list. I don’t believe in ready-made cures or generic charts. Diagnosis needs attention. I look at how the disease behaves *inside* that specific person, which doshas are triggering what, and where the imbalance actually started (hint: it’s usually not where the pain is). Over the years I’ve worked with pretty much all age groups and all kinds of health challenges — from digestive upsets & fevers to chronic, autoimmune, hormonal, metabolic and degenerative disorders. Arthritis, diabetes, PCOD, asthma, thyroid... but also things like unexplained fatigue or joint swelling that comes and goes randomly. Many of my patients had already “tried everything else” before they walked into Ayurveda, and watching their systems respond slowly—but surely—is something I don’t take lightly. My line of treatment usually combines herbal formulations (classical ones, not trendy ones), Panchakarma detox when needed, and realistic dietary and lifestyle corrections. Long-term healing needs long-term clarity — not just short bursts of symptom relief. And honestly, I tell patients that too. I also believe patient education isn’t optional. I explain things. Why we’re doing virechana, why the oil changed mid-protocol, why we pause or shift the meds after a few weeks. I want people to feel involved, not confused. Ayurveda works best when the patient is part of the process, not just receiving instructions. Even now I keep learning — through texts, talks, patient follow-ups, sometimes even mistakes that taught me what not to do. And I’m still committed, still fully into it. Because for me, this isn’t just a job. It’s a lifelong responsibility — to restore balance, protect *ojas*, and help each person live in tune with themselves. That’s the real goal.
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