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Why i feel constant heaviness in my head even with good sleep? - #24671
Aryan raj
I feel heaviness in my head constantly, but it intensifies in afternoon.It also intensifies even I take nap in afternoon. I am facing this problem for last 3 or 4 year. Meanwhile I consulted many doctors but did not get permanent solution. Right now I am taking ashvagandha but not much impact.
Age: 25
Chronic illnesses: No
Headache
Heaviness
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Dear, heaviness relates to toxins formatin in body due to weak digestion, sending home remedy-
1 cup hot water + 1/2 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp fennel + 1/4 tsp dry ginger powder
• Boil 5 mins, sip slowly after waking
2. Strong Digestive Lunch
Light but warm food: rice, moong dal, ghee, steamed veggies
Add pinch of hing, ajwain, black pepper
Avoid: cold drinks, curd, bread, sugar
3. Avoid Afternoon Naps
Instead, take a short walk, or do alternate nostril breathing (Anulom-Vilom) for 5 min after lunch
If extremely tired, recline with head elevated, but avoid deep nap
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4. Ayurvedic Medicines to Clear Heaviness
Medicine Dose Why
Brahmi Ghrita- 1/2 tsp with warm water in morning Clears brain fog, heaviness
Manas Mitra Vatakam- 1 tablet at night Deep nervine and mind support
Triphala churna 1 tsp at bedtime Cleanses gut, clears ama
Chitrakadi Vati 1 tab before lunch Boosts agni.
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Don't take ashwagandha for now
According to your symptoms it's like ama and kapha predominance
Day sleep and ashwagandha can worsen it
You need to work on ama and kapha
Try to drink warm water whole day
Pranayama
Mild exercises daily
Cumin and coriander seeds water daily
If you have sedentary lifestyle try to change it
Once it's all fixed heaviness will be gone automatically
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Feeling a constant heaviness in the head, particularly intensifying in the afternoon, could be tied to various factors. In Ayurveda, this condition may relate to an imbalance of doshas, possibly with an accumalation of Kapha or Vata influencing the head region. Given that you've experienced this for several years, it’s important to delve deeper into lifestyle, diet, and mental state.
First, let's address dietary habits. Kapha-related imbalances often benefit from a diet thats light and warming. Try to incorporate more whole grains, legumes, and lightly cooked vegetables. Spices such as ginger, cumin, and black pepper can help enhance Agni (digestive fire), aiding in digestion and reducing heaviness. Avoid too much cold or heavy foods like dairy in your afternoon meals, which could escalate Kapha.
Your daily routine plays a vital role. Rising early and sun exposure can balance your circadian rhythm and support Kapha in remaining grounded. Regular exercise, preferably in the morning, can stimulate energy flow and relieve stagnation. Aim for a minimum of 20-30 minutes of activity daily, whether it's yoga, walking or any light exercise that makes you feel energized yet relaxed.
Ashwagandha is generally beneficial for Vata imbalance but may not directly address a Kapha-induced heaviness. Consider trying Brahmi, known for its mind-calming and Vata-pacifying effects, take it under professional supervision, possibly preparing it as a tea.
Lastly, ensure you’re managing stress effectively, as mental strain might worsen head heaviness. Practice calming techniques such as meditation or pranayama twice daily to reduce anxiety or mental clutter.
It's also essential to consider environmental factors or allergens that might contribute to head heaviness – exploring these possiblities could unlock further insights. Persisting symptoms require a detailed consultation with an Ayurvedic practitioner for a tailored, long-term treatment plan.
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💠 Causes
🌸 Anxiety, Depression ,Stress Excess anger, Late night sleep,Skipping meals, Exhaustion, Dehydration
🌸 Excess straining of sense organs – seeing minute or shining object for long time.
🌸 Excess computer work which strain neck muscles
🌸 Exposure to cold wind, snow and hot sun
Smoking and intake of alcoho
🌱 Take meals at right time
Warm fluids and food items should be consumed
❌ Avoid refrigerated food items
❌Do not read or see bright screen for dim light
✅ Head oil massage should be done at least twice in week
❌ Avoid long time exposure to cold wind, mist and sun
❌ Avoid alcohol and smoking
✅ Pranayama, deep breathing, yoga and meditation.Do regular exercises
🌸 Wholesome diet
Milk, tender coconut water, ghee, jaggery, butter, buttermilk, banana, dates, pumpkin, drumstick, cumin seeds, wheat
💠 Unwholesome diet :
barley, unripe fruits, groundnut, potato, chilly, pepper.
Excess spicy foods, junk foods
🌱 Dry gentle massage just with your finger tips, Meditation
💊 MEDICINE 💊
1. Guluchyadi kashayam - 15 ml with 60 ml boiled hot water morning and evening before food
2. Dadimadi ghritam - 1 tspn with warm water morning and evening before food
3. Shankhupushpa choornam - 1 tspn with warm milk at bed time
4. Avipathi choornam - 1 tspn with warm water night after food
5. Dhanwantaram gulika + vettimaran gulika with 1 tspn ginger juice twice daily after food
🍀 External application
* Kshirabala tailam
* Asaneladi tailam
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