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How to control Androgenitic alophia - #24186

Mohan

I have severe dandruff and hairfall for 3years. I want to control the hairfall naturally. I have also grey hair. My age is 21. Now I am in stage 2. Please help me. I won't like allopathy medicine. Receding hairline also. Please give me a parmanat solution.

Age: 21
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Hello mohan I can understand your concern regarding Androgenetic alopecia bur dont worry we are here to help you out!!

See i have seen significant changes in my patients having alopecia but it is really a long duration treatment you have to be consistent with treatment.

✅FIRST 3-4 MONTHS TO STOP THE PROGRESSION OF HAIR LOSS

✅ NEXT 1-2 MONTH OF STANGANT THAT IS NO PROGRESSION AND NO HAIR GROWTH

✅AFTER THIS SLOWELY HAIR GROWTH WILL START

✅ SO CONSIDER THIS AS A YEAR PROGRAM!!!

IN ALOPECIA MAIN TREATMENT WILL BE PANCHAKARMA ☑️you have to go to nearby center for this therapies ☑️You have to repeat this treatment every 3 months ☑️This treatment will be for 7 days

🔴PANCHKARMA🔴 1. Shiro abhynaga with Malatyadi taila 2. Hair loss patches is scrubed with incha ( natural scrub) - this scrubing will activate your hair follicles and improve your blood circulation 3. Thalapozichila - ( it is a renowned kerala ayurvedic therapy where in the medicated paste is applied on the head and covered it with bananana leaves)

🔴INTERNAL MEDICATION🔴 1. vidangaristham 30 ml-0-30ml after food 2. Groo 1-0-1 after food 3. Thickshoot A 1-0-1 after food 4. Jeevamrutham 1 tsp at bed time followed by warm water

🔴EXTERNAL TREATMENT🔴 1. Durdurpatradi taila + Durvadi thaila - mix and apply on the head half hour before bath 2. Indralupta mashi - this is black color powder mix it with water and apply on the hair loss patches daily 3. Use chemical free hair wash

🔴LIFESTYLE MODIFICATION🔴 1. Do pranayanam 2. Yoga, meditation 3. Journalling

I can understand that such condition takes troll on your mental health but dont stress as stress will again aggrevate the condition

This will definaetly work if you are consistent with the treatment I have seen changes in many patients i know it is very difficult to suffer with such condition, i wull be very greatful if i could bring change in your life!!

Hope you found this helpful!! Wish a good luck!!😊

If any doubt you are free to msg me
I will help you

Regards Dr snehal vidhate BAMS, MD PANCHAKRMA (sch)

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Hello Mohan

" NO NEED TO WORRY "

" I HELP YOU TO UNDERSTAND AND RECOVER WITH UR HAIR FALL THINNING DANDRUFF ANDROGENIC ALOPECIA SAFELY EFFECTIVELY "

UR ISSUES

* Hair Fall Hair Thinning * Receding Hairline * Premature Hair Greying * Severe Dandruff * Androgenic Alopecia Stage 2 * Scalp Infections

UR HAIR SCALP ALOPECIA ISSUES

* It’s not Only Cosmetic Issue but it Sign of underlined Body Imbalance with Nutrition Hormonal Imablance Scalp infections Stress Lifestyle etc * I will suggest & Correct All Imablance as Whole Not Just Hair Fall Symptom

PROBABLE CAUSES

* Vata Pitta Prakrti Persons Prone to get Hair Fall Thinning Greying * High Vata Pitta Imbalance leads Hair Fall Thinning Loss Greying * Genetic Changes * Hereditary Factors * Hormonal changes due to Raised DHT ( Dehydroxytestesterone ) Cortisol and Androgenic Fluctuations Impacts Hair * Chronic Stress Effect the hairs * Nutritional deficiencies like Biton Calcium Vit D B Iron Proteins * Harsh Hair Chemical Shampoo Dyes make hairfall Thinning * Certain Digestive Metabolic events affect hair * Bad Lifestyles Late Night Sleeps Untimely foods High Acidic Spicy Salty masala Fast Foods Diet for longer time effects * Autoimmune issues * Recurrent Hard Water Borewell Water Usage

AYURVEDIC APPROACH

Above Causes —>High Piita Agni Vata Imablance —>Weak Digestive Fire Indigestion —>Ama (Toxins ) Accumulation —> Weak Hair Follicles Hair Fall Thinning Greying

Above Causes ---->Pitta Kapha Imablance ---->Scalp Infections ---->Hair Loss Infection

DOSHA IMABLANCE

* Vata Imablance - Dryness * Pitta Imbalance - Premature Greying Hair Loss * Kapha Imablance - Scalp Infections Autoimmune hair issues

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT

NOTE - TALKING ONLY MEDICINES IS NOT ENOUGH TO CURE THIS PROBLEM

FOR BEST RESULTS U NEED COMBINING FOLLOWING TREATMENTS

" Ayurvedic Medicines + Proper Diet + Yoga + Exercises+ Lifestyle Modifications+ Stress Management+ Follow Hair Care discipline "

HIGHLY EFFECTIVE AYURVEDIC TREATMENT IN MOST OF CASES

U MUST TRY

AYURVEDIC APPROACH

1 ) INTERNAL AYURVEDIC MEDICINES

BODY & HAIR SCALP DETOX JUICE -To Remove Toxins On Daily Basis

* Amla Aloe Vera Juice (Dabur Pharma) 30 ml + ½ Liter Water ro take on Empty Stomach daily 8 AM & Evening 6 PM

FOR HAIR INTERNAL AYURVEDIC MEDICINES

For Hair Regrowth Rasayan ( Tonic) * Cap.Kesh Rasayan ( Maharshi Badri Pharma) 1 -0-1 After Food For Hair Rejuvenation ( Tonic) For Hair Natural Supplement Hair Fall Dandruff * Cap.Trich Up ( Vasu Labs ) 1 -0-1 After Food For Digestion Metabolism Detoxification Blood Purification Premature Greying * Syrup.Bhringarajasav ( Baidyanth Pharma) 15 ml -0- 15 ml Night After Food For Pitta Balance & Hair Calcium * Tab.Prawal Panchamrit Ras Sadha 1 -0- 1 Night After Food For Hair Nourishment * Cap.Plant Based Biotin (Sesbenia Grandiflora Extract) with Multivitamin ( Carbamide Forte Pharma) 1 -0-1 After Food For Hair Growth Nasya * Anu Tailam For Nasya (Kottakal Pharma) 2 Drops Each Nostrils twice a Day

2 ) EXTERNAL TREATMENT

AYURVEDIC HAIR OILS

Nourishing Soothing Hair Fall Hair Thinning Greying Regrowth Hair Oil * Neeli Bhringyadi Tailam + Gunjadi Tailam + Indralupta Masi 1 Tsf (Kerala Ayurveda Pharma) (Sulphate Alcohol Paraben Mineral colour Free)
Scalp Application followed by mild massage at Night Daily

For Hair Fall Dandruff Care Shampoo * Trich Up Antidandruff Shampoo (Sulphate Alcohol Paraben Mineral colour Free) For Head Bath on 2 Days Once

3 ) HOME REMEDIES

ADVANCED DIY HOME MADE HAIR OIL

Take 100 ml Til Oil Heat it + Add 200 ml Extra Virgin Pure Coconut Oil + 30 ml Almond Oil + Methi Seeds + Curry Leaves+ Amla Powder+ Bhringraj Powder + Red Hibiscus Flowers ------- Boil it Nicely over mild Flame till becomes Homogeneous mixture ----- Filter it & Keep in Clean Glass Bottle . Apply Hair & Scalp Every Night and Do Gentle Massage

HOME MADE LADDOO FOR HAIR HELATH

Dry Fruits Mixes ( Kaju Badam Pista Akrod + Seeds Mix ( Sesam Seeds Flax seeds Pumpkin Seeds Sunflower seeds) +Dry Coconut Mashed + Gond ( Gum Resins ) + Gaggary ( Gud) + Pure Cow Ghee ------ Prepare Ladoos ----- Have Daily 1 Laddo with 1 Glass of Luke Warm Milk.

HOME INDRALUPTA MASI HAIR PACK FOR WEEKLY USAGE

Indralupta Masi ( SNA Pharma) 5 Grams + Amla Powder 3 Tea Spoons+ Bhringaraj Powder 3 Tea Spoon + Aloevera Gel 30 ml + Rose Water 30 ml + Vit E Oil 6 Caps ( Small ) Mix all . Apply Over Scalp Hairs ,Keep for 40 mins & Wash with Herbal Shikakai Based Shampoo

HOME MADE SHIKAKAI DECOCTION FOR HAIR WASH

Amla Powder 2 Tsf + Shikakai Powder/ Whole 2 Tsf + Reetha Powder 2 Tsf + Neem Leaves 10 nos.+ 1 Glass Water ----Boil on Mild Flame Till ½ Glass Reduces and Use for Hair Wash

HAIR HEALTH INSTRUCTIONS:-

* Daily Night Medicated Hair Oil Application * 2- 3 Days once Hair Wash * Avoid Hard Water Borewell water For Hair Usage * Use Natural Hair Products must be Sulphate Alcohol Paraben Mineral colour Free * Avoid Excessive Sun Heat chemical Exposure * Avoid Harsh Combs & Rough Hair Combing * Add Neem Tulasi Curry Leaves in Water for Bath * Use Hone Shikakai Amla Reetha Based Decoction or Shampoo for Hair Wash

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

* EARLY MORNING DRINK - Amla Aloe Vera Juice 30 ml on empty stomach

* BREAKFAST - Rava Ragi Bajra Oats Items/ Fruits Salads/ Home made Soups Milk with Above Hair Ladoo

* 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 DRINK - Turmeric Elayachi Keshar Milk with Above Laddoo

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

DO’S - * Hydration- Plenty of Water Fluids Juices intake Approximately 3 Liters Per Day * Alkaline Diet - All Alkaline Highly Nutritious Healthy Leafy Vegetables Fruits salads sprouts Fibers * Protein - Soaked Dry Fruits Multigrain Millets Mixes * Calcium - Milk Dairy products * Hair Growth - Curry Leaves Amla Moringa Drumstick Methi Spinach Flaxseed Pumpkin seeds Sunflower * Iron :- Apple Pomegranate Ragi Beet Palak Carrot Dates * Detox Juices - Amla Aloe Vera Beet Carrot Juice Apple Pomegranate Watermelon Juices to take

DON’TS - * Too Acidic Spicy Salty Sour Masala Fast Juck Foods Bakery Non Veg * Carbonated Beverages Packed Canned Processed Sweets * Excessive Tea Coffee * Stress * Chemicals Related Hair Products and procedures. * Soda Vinegar Pickles Fermented Foods

5 ) LIFESTYLE MODIFICATIONS - Rest Good Sleep (8 hrs ) Lifestyle - Physical Activities - Timely Food Intakes - Sleep Early Wake Early - Avoid Sedentary Lifestyle - Avoid Harsh Combs Chemicals Hair products - Exercise Sun Heat Chemicals Harse Hair Products Usage

6 ) YOGA * Anulom Vilom Pranayam( 20 Rounds ) - For Oxygenation * Bhramari Pranayam (10 Rounds) - ( Proper Scalp Hair Blood Circulation * Sheetali Pranayam ( 10 Rounds) - For Pitta Rakta Balance and Cooling Mental Calmness * Surya Namaskar ( 10 Rounds ) - Whole Body Detoxification Circulation * Ardhasheershasan - Scalp Circulation Balance and Nutrition

7 ) EXERCISES * Walking 6000 Steps Per Day * Jogging * Mild Mobility Exercise * Aerobics etc

8 ) ANTISTRESS TREATMENT * Dhyan * Meditation

REGARDS

Dr Arun Desai

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Rx Aamalki rasayana 1/2 tsf with leukworm water Ashwgandha powder 1/2 tsf with warm milk Eladi vati 1 tab each twice a day Wash your hair with bhringraj kwath Apply Bhringraj aamlki oil locally

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Black Sesame Seed Powder - 100 grams Bhringraj Churna - 100 grams Aamalki Rasayan - 200 grams Mukta Shukti - 10 grams Saptamrita Loha - 20 grams Dhatri Loha - 10 grams Mix all the medicines and make 60 doses.Take in the morning and evening, half-an-hour before meals with water, honey or milk. Use bringraja hair oil weekly twice

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Mohan is this hereditary proble’? You can follow- Scalp & Hair Oil Treatment (3–4x/week)

🔸 Anti-Dandruff & Hair Regrowth Oil (DIY Ayurvedic Blend)

Ingredients:

2 tbsp Bhringraj oil – stops hair fall

2 tbsp Kalonji (black seed) oil – regrows hair

1 tbsp Neem oil – antifungal, removes dandruff

10 drops Rosemary essential oil – boosts hair growth

Optional: Add ½ tsp of Camphor (if dandruff is severe)

👉 Warm this mix slightly and massage for 5–10 minutes. Leave overnight. Wash next morning with natural shampoo (reetha-based or sulfate-free).

Best Ayurvedic oils (if not DIYing):

Kesh King Ayurvedic Oil

Indulekha Bringha Oil

Baidyanath Mahabhringraj Tel

Herbal Shampoo & Scalp Cleanser

Use Twice a Week:

Trichup Anti-dandruff Shampoo

Satthwa Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

Or DIY Shampoo: Soak reetha + shikakai + amla overnight, boil, strain, and use.

👉 Avoid harsh chemical shampoos. They worsen dandruff and weaken roots.


🍲 3. Diet for Hair Growth & Pigmentation

Eat More Why

Black sesame seeds (1 tsp/day) Rich in melanin (for greying) + hair minerals Soaked almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds Protein & Omega-3 Amla (fresh or juice) Hair tonic & detox Turmeric + black pepper in food Cleans blood 1 tsp cow ghee/day Balances Pitta & nourishes scalp 1 glass haldi milk or ashwagandha milk at night Improves sleep and hormones

Hydrate:

Drink 2.5–3 L water/day, and include coriander or fennel water to cool Pitta.

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Dnt panik mohan ji…it’s totally curable but you may also changes some daitery HABBITS and some lifestyle management… Do take

AMLAKI RASAYAN=100gm SAPTAMRITH LAUH=20gm MUKTASHUKTI BHASMA=10gm Black sesame seeds powder=30gm Bhringraj powder=50gm… Take 1-1 tsp empty stomach twice daily

Divya immunoghrit tab=1-1 tab Divya arogyawardni vati=1-1 tab Nutrela vitD2-k=1-1 tab …after meal twice daily

Coconut oil=200ml Gandhank rasayan 25 gm Tankan bhasma 5gm…mix and shake well apply 1 hr before hair wash weekly 3 times daily

Karanz beez oil=apply on scalp at night…

You can easily cured…take 3 months then consult

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Take amalaki rasayan 1-0-1 after food with water Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with water Use Gunjadi oil for scalp twice weekly keep overnight and wash with mild herbal soap/ shampoo. Follow up after 1 month

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Addressing hairfall and dandruff naturally through Ayurveda involves a comprehensive approach, focusing on balancing your doshas, improving your overall health, and using natural remedies. A receding hairline and grey hair at 21 suggests a Pitta imbalance, exacerbated by stress, lifestyle choices, or genetic predispositions.

Firstly, calming Pitta dosha is crucial. Avoid spicy and fried foods, as they can aggravate Pitta. Instead, consume cooling foods like coconut, cucumber, and fennel. Incorporate fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables. Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water and consider herbal teas like chamomile and hibiscus, which are soothing.

Oiling your hair regularly with cooling oils like Brahmi, Amla, or coconut oil can help nourish the scalp and hair. Warm the oil slightly before applying, massaging gently into the scalp. Leave it overnight if comfortable, and wash it off in the morning. Perform this twice a week consistently.

Use a natural, herbal shampoo once or twice a week. Avoid harsh chemicals that strip away natural oils. Look for shampoos with amla, hibiscus, or reetha, known for promoting hair health. To tackle dandruff, a paste of neem leaves can be applied to your scalp and washed off after 30 minutes. Neem is excellent for its antibacterial properties.

Stress reduction is also key. Practice yoga or meditation daily to calm the mind. Breathing exercises like Pranayama, especially Sheetali or Nadi Shodhana, can balance Pitta and reduce stress.

For grey hair, apply a mixture of Amla powder and henna mixed with water. Amla is potent in restoring natural hair color and preventing premature greying. Leave it on the hair for about an hour before washing off, doing this every fortnight.

Ensure your diet is rich in iron, zinc, and proteins to encourage healthy hair growth. Consider consuming soaked almonds, walnuts, and other nuts daily for vital nutrients.

If the hair fall continues to be severe or you notice bald spots, you may wish to consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner for an even more tailored guidance. Remember, changes can take time, patience and consistent effort with natural remedies will eventually pay off.

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HELLO MOHAN,

You’re experiencing- -severe dandruff- itchy, flaky scalp- indicates scalp infection or dryness -hairfall for 3 years -receding hairline-early baldness, stage 2 of androgenetic alopecia -greying of hair at age 21 -you don’t want allopathy -no chronic illness

In Ayurveda, your problem is called KHALITYA-PALITYA caused by- Imbalance of Pitta and Vata Dosha -pitta causes early greying, weak hair roots -vata causes dry scalp, dandruff, brittle hair -weak digestion, this leads to miniaturisation of hair follicles, ,thinning, and baldness

What’s happening to your Hair? -your testosterone is converting into DHT(dihydrotestosterone) which attacks hair roots-this is common in men. -liver may not be detoxing well- a hidden cause of hair and skin issues -you may also have malabsorption- meaning your digestion isn’t providing nutrients to hair.

This condition is Khalitya+Palitya due to pitta-bata dushti with underlying Rasa-Rakta dhatu kshaya- weak blood and nutrient plasma.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT MANAGEMENT DURATION- 3 to 6 months

1)BHRINGARAJASAVA- 20 ml+ 20 ml water after meals, twice daily =potent rasayana for hair follicle revival (Arya Vaidya sala/ baidyanth brand compulsory)

2)BRAHMI VATI- 1 tab morning and night =calms nervous system, reduces DHT via stress control (Patanjali / unjha brand )

3)CHITRAKADI VATI- 1 tab before lunch and dinner with warm water =enhances digestion, clears toxins (baidyanath brand)

4)PRAWAL PANCHAMRIT RAS- 125 mg with honey in morning =controls scalp heat, premature greying (baidyanath brand)

5)NARASIMHA RASAYANA(GHEE-BASED)- 1 tsp with warm milk on empty stomach =strengthens tissues, improves texture (kottakal brand)

6)KESHYA KALPA- 1 tsp twice a day with milk =specialised formula for hair regrowth (sandu/AVN)

EXTERNAL MANAGEMENT

1)MEDICATED OIL- ROTATE FOR BEST RESULTS -MAHABRINGARAJ TAILA- massage 3 times/week at night =regrows hair, cool scalp(baidyanth/AVS)

2)KAYYANYADI TAILA- alternate oil(esp if dandruff/ fungal) =reduces seborrheic itchy dandruff(kotakkal)

3)NEELIBRINGADI KERA TAILA- ideal for pitta-dominant scalp(heat) =very cooling, great for greying(AVP brand)

WARM OIL BEFORE APPLICATION. STEAM SCALP WITH HOT TOWEL AFTER MASSAGE.

2)MASHI APPLICATION- bhringaraj mashi+sesame oil -take bringaraj mashi-available in market -mix 2 tsp in cold-pressed sesame oil -apply gently on scalp 1-2 times/week -wash off after 1-2 hours with herbal shampoo

WHY? because Mashi is deeply penetrating, helps revitalise burnt-out follicles, and balances pitta

SHAMPOO AND CLEANSING -use these 2-3 times/week -DHURDHURAPATRADI KWATHA(liquid decoction for hair wash)- by Arya Vaidya Sala or mild shampoo with -shikakai -reetha -amla

or Kesh Kanti Anti-dandruff Shampoo-patanjai

Avoid chemical shampoos entirely.

HERBAL HAIR PACK-ONCE A WEEK -Make a paste with Amla powder- 2 tsp Bhringaraj powder- 1 tsp Aloe vera gel- 2 tsp Neem powder- 1 tsp(for dandruff) Mix with rose water or buttermilk. Apply on scalp, leave for 30-45 mins. Wash with lukewarm water.

NASYA KARMA- OIL NASAL THERAPY start after 7-10 days of internal detox use ANU TAILA- 2drops in each nostril every morning-on empty stomach -lie down with neck extended -put 2 drops in each nostril -inhale deeply and stay in that position for 5 mins

BENEFITS- improves scalp circulation, reduces hair fall, improves sleep, clears sinuses.

DIET :-

EAT MORE OF AMLA- raw or juice= hair rejuvination, natural vitamin C

CURRY LEAVES- boiled in ghee= stops greying

BLACK SESAME SEEDS-1 tsp daily= rich in calcium, hair tonic

COW GHEE-1 tsp with lunch and dinner= nourishes all 7 dhatus

WARM MILK WITH RASAYANA- restores strength to hair

AVOID STRICTLY -fermented foods- bread, idli, dosa, cheese -excess tea/coffee -cold water on head -stress, night work, irregular sleep -over washing or scrubbing scalp

LIFESTYLE AND YOGA SLEEP- by 10 pm. Hormonal balance depends on this. -Anulom-vilom= balances doshas -Sheetali/sheetkari- cools pitta -Bhramari- reduces mental tension, indirectly reduces hair fall -Balayam- nail rubbing- 10 mins/day

EXPECTED RESULTS

WEEK 1-2 = dandruff reduces, scalp cooling WEEK 3-4 = hair fat slows, itching gone MONTH 2= grey hair stabilises, new baby hair MONTH 3-6 = hair thickens, regrowth in bald areas begins

DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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NAMASTE MOHAN,

At 21 years old, with signs of androgenetic alopecia , severe dandruff, greying, and receding hairline, its important to act early to slow or control the condition

-Androgenetic alopecia- this is genetic and hormone driven(DHT sensitivity), typically causing hairline recession and crown thinning

-DANDRUFF could be seborrheic dermatitis or fungal - causes inflammation that worsens hairfall

-Premature greying= often linked to pitta imbalance, genetics or nutritional deficiencies

DIETARY CHANGES

EAT -amla daily- raw, juice, or as a churna -black sesame seeds- 1 tsp daily in morning -curry leaves-- raw or in cooking -cow ghee- nourishes scalps and nerves -pumpkun seeds- for zinc and DHT regulation -protein rich foods- moong dal, panner etc

AVOID -excess spicy, oily, salty and processed foods -caffeine, soft drinks, smoking -late night sleeping

INTERNALLY START WITH

1) TRIPHALA CHURNA- 1 tsp with warm water at night= for detox

2) BHRINGARAJ CHURNA- 1 tsp twice daily with honey and water

3) AMALAKI RASAYANA- 1 tsp daily in morning

4) ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA- 1 tsp at bedtime with warm milk reduces stress-related hairloss

5) YASHTIMADHU- 1/2 tsp in milk-supports scalp health

EXTERNAL HAIR OIL -brigaraj+brahmi+amla+neem+coconut oil massage scalp 3 times/week at night, leave overnight wash in morning

LIFESTYLE AND SCALP CARE -use mild herbal shampoo 3 times/week -use neem water rinse weekly for dandruff -avoid hot water for head bath don’t use chemical based gels/sprays

YOGA AND PRANAYAM to reduce stress -bhramari, anulom vilom, kapalbhati -sarvangasana, shirsshasana, balasana

REGULAR SLEEP -go to bed by 10-10:30 pm aim for 7-8 hours

NATURAL DANDRUFF CONTROL -NEEM LEAF PASTE - apply weekly to scalp -FENUGREEK SEED- soak overnight make paste apply30 mins before washing -Aloe vera gel- apply fresh to scalp to soothes inflammation

FOR PREMATURE GREYING -Amla juice + cure leaf powder daily -bhringaraj+black sesame paste applied weekly -avoid stress, fried foods and late nights

No treatment will give permenant results overnight- consistency for 6-12 months is needed

DO FOLLOW

THANK YOU

REGARDS

DR. HEMASNHU MEHTA

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I am Vaidya Atul Painuli, currently working as an Ayurvedic Consultant at Patanjali Chikitsalaya, Delhi... been here a while now. My focus from the start—over 10+ yrs in this field—has been to stay true to what Ayurveda *actually* is, not just surface-level remedies or buzzwords. I’ve treated a wide mix of patients, from people battling chronic illnesses to those just looking to fix their lifestyle before it leads to disease (which is v underrated tbh). During these years, I kinda shaped my practice around the idea that one solution never fits all. Whether it’s diabetes, gut disorders, stress-related problems or hormone issues—everything goes back to the root, the *nidana*. I usually go with classic Ayurvedic meds, but I mix it up with Panchakarma, diet tweaks and daily routine correction, depending on the case. Most of the time, ppl don’t even realize how much their habits are feeding into the problem. It’s not just about herbs or massages... though those are important too. At Patanjali Chikitsalaya, I see patients from literally all walks of life—office-goers, elderly, even young kids sometimes. Everyone’s got something diff going on, which keeps me grounded. What I try to do is not just treat the symptoms but help ppl *see* what’s happening in their bodies and minds. Like Ayurveda says—if your digestion, sleep and emotions are off... then eventually health’s gonna wobble. I don’t promise quick results but I do stay with my patients through the process, adjusting things based on how they respond. That part makes a big difference I think. For me, Ayurveda isn’t a “last resort” kinda thing—it’s a system that can prevent 80% of the lifestyle diseases ppl suffer from today, if done right. My goal? Just to keep doing this in a way that feels real, grounded, and actually helps ppl—not overwhelm them with too much jargon or fear. Just practical, clean, honest healing.
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Dr. Deepali Goswami
I am Dr. Deepali Goswami, BAMS graduate n working mainly around women's health. Right now m running my own clinic where i treat all kind of gyne problems—from irregular periods to PCOD, white discharge, fertility-related issues, menopausal symptoms n lot more that affects everyday life of females. I usually try to keep the language simple while dealing with patients cause honestly half of them come already confused or like really scared of what's happening inside their body... and if I use too much technical terms it just make it worse. I’ve been practicing in this space for couple of years now—don’t remember the exact month, maybe two or three year back? but anyway, what matters is I’ve seen how many of these problems get ignored till they turn serious. That’s something I feel strongly about. My goal is to help women understand their symptoms early and explain how Ayurveda can help gently but properly, whether it’s hormonal stuff or pain or cycle issues. I use classic Ayurvedic concepts like dosha analysis, ritucharya, n yoni vyapad chikitsa wherever it fits, but sometimes modern lifestyle really needs to be factored in too. Like if someone working night shift, no point telling them to wake up at 5am and do abhyanga daily—it won’t work. I’m practical about it. Anyway, I try my best to create a space where women feel heard. Lot of them said nobody actually explained them what’s going on before. And that’s like the saddest part. I feel my biggest strength is really just listening n tailoring the treatment to her routine, diet n stress pattern. Some cases are harder of course... things don’t always go fast, esp when it’s been neglected for yrs. But then Ayurveda’s not magic. It takes a little time—but results feel real n lasting when done right.
5
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Dr. Maitri Bhavesh Kumar Acharya
ChatGPT said: 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. Keerthana PV
I am an Ayurvedic doctor who kinda grew into this path naturally—my roots are in Kerala, and I did my internship at VPSV Ayurveda College in Kottakkal, which honestly was one of the most eye-opening stages of my life. That place isn’t just a college, it’s a deep well of real Ayurveda. The kind that’s lived, not just studied. During my time there, I didn’t just observe—I *practiced*. Diagnosing, treating, understanding the patient beyond their symptoms, all that hands-on stuff that textbooks don’t really teach. It’s where I learned the rhythm of classical Kerala Ayurveda, the art of pulse reading, and how Panchakarma ain’t just about detox but more about deep repair. I work closely with patients—always felt more like a guide than just a doctor tbh. Whether it's about fixing a chronic issue or preventing one from happening, I focus on the full picture. I give a lot of attention to diet (pathya), routine, mental clutter, and stress stuff. Counseling on these isn’t an ‘extra’—I see it as a part of healing. And not the preachy kind either, more like what works *for you*, your lifestyle, your space. Also yeah—I’m a certified Smrithi Meditation Consultant from Kottakkal Ayurveda School of Excellence. This kinda allowed me to mix mindfulness with medicine, which I find super important, especially in today’s distracted world. I integrate meditation where needed—some patients need a virechana, some just need to breathe better before they sleep. There’s no one-size-fits-all and I kinda like that part of my job the most. I don’t claim to know it all, but I listen deeply, treat with care, and stay true to the Ayurvedic principles I was trained in. My role feels less about ‘curing’ and more about nudging people back to their natural balance... it’s not quick or flashy, but it feels right.
5
98 reviews
Dr. Isha Bhardwaj
I am someone who kinda learned early that medicine isn’t just about protocols or pills—like, it’s more about people, right? I did my BAMS with proper grounding in both classical Ayurveda and also the basics of modern med, which honestly helped me see both sides better. During internship, I got to work 6 months at Civil Hospital Sonipat—very clinical, very fast paced—and the other 6 at our own Ayurvedic hospital in the college. That mix showed me how blending traditional and integrative care isn't just theory, it actually works with real patients. After that I joined Kbir Wellness, an Ayurvedic aushdhalaya setup, where I dived into Naadi Pariksha—like really deep. It’s weird how much you can tell from pulse if you just listen right?? Doing regular consultations there sharpened my sense of prakriti, vikriti and how doshas show up subtle first. I used classical Ayurvedic texts to shape treatment plans, but always kept the patient’s routine, mental space and capacity in mind. Also I was part of some health camps around Karnal and Panipat—especially in govt schools and remote areas. That part really stays with me. You get to help ppl who dont usually have access to consistent care, and you start valuing simple awareness more than anything. I kinda think prevention should be a bigger focus in Ayurveda, like we keep talking about root cause but don’t always reach people before it gets worse. My whole method is pretty much built around that—root-cause treatment, yes, but also guiding patients on how to live with their body instead of fighting symptoms all the time. I rely a lot on traditional diagnostics like Naadi, but I mix that with practical therapies they can actually follow. No point in giving hard-to-do regimens if someone’s already overwhelmed. I keep it flexible. Most of my plans include dietary changes, natural formulations, lifestyle corrections and sometimes breathwork, daily rhythms and all that. I’m not here to just “treat illness”—what I really aim for is helping someone feel like they’ve got a handle on their own health again. That shift from just surviving to kinda thriving... that’s what I look for in every case.
5
318 reviews
Dr. Ankit Khandelwal
I am practicing Ayurveda since 3 years now, and tbh even though that number looks small on paper—it sure feels way more intense when you think of the daily exposure to different conditions, people, energies. I focus mainly on holistic wellness, with a strong bend toward balancing the body-mind equation. Sometimes ppl ask if I only give herbs but truthfully it’s more about understanding the why behind the illness... not just the what. My work usually involve personalized treatment planning, where I mix classical Ayurvedic concepts—like dosha analysis, ahara-vihara (diet & lifestyle), and detox via Panchakarma—based on how the person is living right now. That dynamic bit matters. One patient with acidity might need total food overhaul. Another? Just better sleep and breath practices. I learnt to not jump into “fixing” unless I’m hearing fully. The past 3 years taught me to observe subtle signs more deeply. Like the small fatigue before full-blown fatigue. I don’t claim big breakthroughs, but I’ve seen lives shift—chronic migraines fading, IBS calming down, periods regularising, skin healing slowly from inside-out. And that feels huge. Every day kinda grows me. Whether it’s a simple consultation, or longer therapies, I try to keep things real, rooted, and not rushed. And yes there’s still lot to explore. But I’m in this for the long run and I want ppl to know that healing doesn’t mean perfection—it just means balance, awareness, and the willingness to start.
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Dr. Arun Desai
I am Dr. Arun Desai, working in Ayurveda for 19+ years now, both online and offline. My clinic, Ayur Sanjivani, is at #44 B 1, Opp Adarsh Laundry, beside Tej Residency, near Kavalemath Somwaar Peth Cross in Tilakwadi, Belgaum – bit of a long address but patients seem to find it just fine. Over time I’ve learned that people today want relief fast but still safe and lasting. That’s where I mix the depth of classical Ayurveda with practical tweaks to suit this fast moving lifestyle. I don’t like giving something that just masks a symptom – I want to get to the root cause whenever possible. At the clinic, I try to keep things warm and easy to talk, not a stiff doctor’s table vibe. Whether it’s diagnosis, a Panchakarma session, or simple counseling, I want patients to feel they can ask anything, even small doubts. Education matters too – when someone understands why a certain diet or lifestyle change is needed, they actually follow it better. Treatments may include herbal formulations, diet charts, yoga routines, exercise plans, detox, anti-stress work – all depending on their prakruti and condition. Over the years, I’ve treated people from many walks of life – each case different, which keeps me learning. Some come for joint pain, some for skin problems, others for lifestyle disorders like diabetes or high BP. I still follow authentic Ayurvedic principles but adapt them so they work in today’s reality. And yes, I’m always updating my knowledge, making sure the practice stays ethical and effective, because for me, Ayurveda isn’t just treatment – it’s a way to help someone rebuild their health from inside out.
5
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Dr. Surya Bhagwati
I am a Senior Ayurveda Physician with over 28 years of clinical experience dedicated to the principles and practice of authentic Ayurvedic medicine. Throughout my journey, I have had the privilege of treating more than 100,000 patients through both in-person consultations and online platforms. My approach is deeply rooted in classical Ayurvedic diagnostics—such as Nadi Pariksha (pulse examination), Roga-Rogi Pariksha (patient and disease evaluation), and a personalized assessment of prakriti (body constitution). Over the years, I have successfully managed a wide range of health conditions across all age groups—from acute infections and digestive issues to chronic and lifestyle disorders such as arthritis, diabetes, respiratory ailments, hormonal imbalances, and autoimmune conditions. I place strong emphasis on individualized care, combining herbal formulations, Panchakarma detox therapies, and dietary and lifestyle guidance to ensure long-term healing and disease prevention. My extensive experience also includes addressing complex, chronic illnesses that require a deep understanding of both the pathology and the patient’s overall constitution. I have worked with patients who had previously struggled with little success in other systems of medicine, and have guided many toward sustainable recovery and improved quality of life. Whether treating elderly patients with degenerative disorders or young adults facing hormonal or metabolic challenges, I strive to offer care that is compassionate, comprehensive, and evidence-informed. My goal is to empower patients with Ayurvedic wisdom so they can take an active role in their healing journey. I continue to remain updated with the evolving landscape of integrative health and value the importance of patient education, ethical practice, and consistent follow-up. For me, Ayurveda is not just a profession, but a lifelong commitment to restoring balance and promoting well-being, one patient at a time.
5
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