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Skin pimple , acne , scars , black marks & hairfall - #25617

Parth mehta

Skin issuss Pimple Acne Scars Black marks Hairfall Pimple acne isses on Full Face Neck Shoulders - front & back Oily skin On noes & forehead Hair fall issues Patchy beard issues Back marks all over face Back shoulder & front ahoulder

Age: 29
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Pimples in face due to poor digestive health/pitta Prakruti and oil prone skin… It’s is curable take .

Divya SARWAKALP KWATH=100gm Divya KAYAKALP KWATH=100GM…MIX BOTH TAKE 1 TSP BOIL 200ML OF WATER TILL REDUCES 100ML STRAIN AMD TAKE EMPTY STOMACH TWICE DAILY (ITS FOR LIVER DETOX)

DIVYA DERMAGHRIT TAB=2-2 TAB BEFORE MEAL TWICE DAILY

DIVYA KAISHORE GUGULU DIVYA AROGYAWARDNI VATI=2-2 TAB AFTER MEAL TWICE DAILY

DIVYA KANTI LEPA=MIX ROSE WATER AND APPLY ON FACE AT NIGHT TIME AND WASH BEFORE SLEEP

AVOID SPICY/SOUR/JUNK FOOD

TAKE 3-4 LITRES WATER PER DAY

DO KAPALBHATI ANULOM VILOM BHRAMRI PRANAYAMA REGULARLY

YOU CAN EAISLY CURED

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HELLO PARTH,

In Ayurveda, your symptoms reflect imbalances in doshas, tissues and elimination pathways

ACNE/PIMPLES= aggravated pitta and kapha doshas , blockage of srotas(channels), rakta dushti(impure blood)

DARK MARKS/SCARS= Blood and muscle tissue damage

OILY SKIN= excess kapha+pitta in skin

HAIRFALL= Vata dosha affecting bones+majja dhatu, weak digestion

PATCHY BEARD= majja+rakta Dhatu depletion, blocked hair channels

CAUSES ACCORING TO AYURVEDA -spicy, oily, deep fried , junk food -late night , poor sleep quality - irregular bowel habits or constipation -hormonal fluctuations= pitta rakta imbalance - mental stress and overthinking - excessive screen time= overheats body - improper skincare- chemical creams, not cleansing properly - poor digestion

TREATMENT GOAL

SKIN AND ACNE= cleanse blood, balance pitta- kapha, open skin pores, dry pus, heals tissues

SCARS AND MARKS= regenerate rakta+mamsa Dhatu, support skin color

HAIR FALL= nourish asthi+majja Dhatu, reduce stress and pitta in scalp

PATCHY BEARD= increase blood supply, promote follicle activation

DIGESTION= strengthen digestive fire to stop toxin formation

INTERNAL TREATMENT TO START WITH (minimum 90 days, ideally 6 months)

A) FOR SKIN, ACNE, PIMPLES, BLOOD DETOX

- MAHAMANJISTHADI KWATH= 15ml with warm water twice daily before meals = helps deep blood detox, clears acne and pigmentation

-KAISHOR GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals = reduces inflammation and toxins from blood

- GANDHAK RASAYANA= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =clears skin bacteria, promotes glow

-AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 2 tabs after lunch and dinner = liver detox, balances pitta, regulates hormones

B) FOR HAIRFALL, BEARD GROWTH, MENTAL STRESS

-BHRINGARAJ CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily after meals =promotes hair growth, nourishes liver

- AMALAKI CHAPSULES = 1 cap twice daily after meals =vitamin c, antioxidant , strengthen hair roots

-TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water =clears gut toxins, supports health skin

EXTERNAL THERAPY

A) FOR FACE AND BODY ACNE, OILINESS, SCARS

- Multani mitti+neem+rose water= paste apply 20 min, wash off thrice weekly = pulls out toxins, dries acne

-Kumkumadi taila= 5 drops at night, gentle massage daily =heals scar, reduces pigmentation

-Raw aloe vera gel+ turmeric pinch= apply to full face for 20 min daily =cooling, anti bacterial

- Sandalwood powder+ milk= apply to scars or oily zones twice weekly =lightens spots soothes

-Neem decoction for bath= boil neem leaves, mix in bath water daily =heals body acne, purifies skin

SCALP AND HAIRFALL

EXTERNAL OIL APPLICATIONS

1. NEELIBHRINGADI TAILA- massage warm oil 30 mins before bath for 4 times/week(ref- sahasra yoga)

2. DHURDHURAPATRADI TAILA- for scalp dryness and hairfall = twice/week(ref- bhaisajya ratnavali)

3. BRAHMI-AMLA OIL- infuse oil with fresh amla and brahmi leaves regularly use

FOR FRIZZ- use coconut or sesame base for INFLAMATION- use amla infused cooling oils

POTENT HERBAL PACKS FOR SCALP

1)CLASSIC HAIR PACK -bhringaraj churna- 1 tsp -amla powder- 1 tsp -hibiscus powder- 1 tsp -aloe vera pulp- 2tbsp Apply 1 hour before bath; rinse with herbal decoction

2)RAKTA- SODHANA SCALP LEPA -Manjistha+lodhra+triphala+sandalwood+rose water

HERBAL SHAMPOO= khadi, boutique or mesh Kanti

FOR PATCHY BEARD= apply castor oil and massage gently

DIET TO BE FOLLOWED

VEGETABLES= beetroot, lauki,pumpkin, cucumber, bitter gourd, carrot

FRUITS= amla, pomegranate, papaya, apple

WHOLE GRAINS= brown rice, barley, moong dal, khichdi

Ghee balances pitta

SPICES= cumin, coriander , fennel, turmeric

coconut water, soaked almonds- 5/da

HERBAL TEA= triphala, licoroce, brahmi, amla

WHAT TO AVOID COMPLETELY -fried, oily, junk, spicy food - cold food and drinks - sugar, chocolates, sweets -non veg - milk with salty spicy - pizza, burger, cheese -ice creams= block pores , increase kappa

YOGA AND PRANAYAM

YOGA ASANA -sarvangasana= increase blood flow to head/face - halasana= detoxes internal ones - matsyasana= improves skin tone, hair circulation - pavanmuktasana= improves gut health -adho mukha svanasana= strengthen follicles and detox head - ustrasana= stimulates hormones, increase oxygen

PRACTICE 30 MIN DAILY IN MORNING ON EMPTY STOMACH

PRANAYAM(DAILY 15 MIN) -Anulom Vilom= 10 mins, balances doshas, improves oxygenation -sheetlai= 5 min cooling, pitta reducing - bhramari= 5 min reduces stress, balances hormones

DAILY HOME REMEDIES

ACNE= dab honey + turmeric on pimples leave 15 min

DARK MARKS= use licorice(yashtimadhu) + milk paste

OILY SKIN= wipe face with rose water+ lemon cotton pad

HAIRFALL= apply paste of soaked fenugreek seeds on scalp

BEARD PATCHES= apply castor oil mix daily

DAILY DETOX= Drink coriander seed water, 1 tsp boiled in 1 cup water , every morning

FINALLY -treating acne+hairfall+scars is not just topical= it’s an internal balance -ayurveda treats root causes, not symptoms only

DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY FOR 3MONTHS

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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Neemghan vati Kaishore guggulu- 1 tab twice daily after food with lukewarm water Khadira aristha- 4 tsp with equal quantity of water twice daily after food Avoid spicy sour non veg foods Drink plenty of fluids

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Avoid spicy, oily and processed food. Regular exercise and Shirsasan. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Tab.Neem 2-0-2 Tab.Saptamrut lauh 2-0-2 Tab.Amypure 2-0-2 Purodil gel for local application.

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Hi parth this is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem…did you tried any medicine to your face which is suitable for your skin… Since how many days are you suffering from?? Are you taking any medicine right now?

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Diet & Detox (follow for 21 days at least):

✅ Eat:

Warm homecooked food: moong dal, lauki, daliya, oats

Seeds: pumpkin, flax, chia (1 tsp daily)

Fruits: papaya, pomegranate, apple (avoid banana/mango for now)

Herbal teas: Neem tea, CCF tea (Cumin + Coriander + Fennel)

🚫 Avoid:

Sugar, dairy (milk/cheese), white bread, biscuits

Fried, spicy, or packaged foods

Cold drinks, coffee, smoking, alcohol

💧Drink 2.5–3 litres of water, add few neem leaves or mint in bottle for natural detox.


🧴 3. External Skincare Routine (Morning + Night):

Morning Routine:

1. Face wash: Salicylic acid or tea tree based face wash (like Minimalist or Mamaearth)

2. Toner: Rose water + few drops of neem juice

3. Moisturizer: Use aloe vera gel (pure) or light non-comedogenic moisturizer

4. Sunscreen: Use SPF 30+ daily even indoors

Night Routine:

1. Cleanse: Same face wash

2. Apply: Mix 2 drops of Kumkumadi oil + 1 tsp aloe gel — massage gently

3. Spot treatment: Multani mitti + neem powder + rose water on pimples, 15 min, then wash


🧖‍♂️ 4. Weekly Skin & Hair Detox (2x per week):

✅ For Bacne & Shoulders:

Take Neem leaves powder + multani mitti + turmeric paste

Apply on back and shoulders 20 min before bath

Bath with neem water (boil neem leaves and add to bathing water)

✅ Hair & Beard Mask (1–2x/week):

Mix: Bhringraj oil + Coconut oil + few drops rosemary oil

Warm slightly and massage into scalp & beard

Leave overnight or 2 hours before bath


🧘‍♂️ 5. Lifestyle Habits:

Sleep: 7–8 hrs (11 PM max bedtime)

Exercise: 30 min brisk walk or yoga daily (reduces inflammation)

Breathing practices: Do Anulom Vilom and Sheetali Pranayama for skin cooling

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Don’t worry parth, First of all avoid excessive spicy,sour,salty and guru ahar(heavy to digest),oily food etc… And start taking1.Mahamanjishtadi kwath 15 ml with 30 ml of lukewarm water empty stomach twice in a day. 2.khadirarishta 20ml with equal amount of Lukewarm water just after having meal twice in a day. 3.Aarogyavardhini vati 1-0-1 4.Gandhak rasayana 1-0-1 5.Neem ras 10ml in a cup of lukewarm water once in a day… Follow up after 30 days…

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I’m Vaidya Neha Saini, an Ayurvedic Physician with a strong foundation in classical Ayurveda and a passion for restoring health through natural and individualized care. I hold a BAMS degree from Shree Krishna Government Ayurvedic College, Kurukshetra, and completed my MD in Ayurveda from the esteemed Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune. With over five years of clinical experience, I have dedicated my practice to helping patients manage chronic health conditions, lifestyle disorders, and long-standing imbalances through a holistic lens. My treatment approach integrates the timeless principles of Ayurveda with modern clinical sensibilities. I focus on addressing the root cause of illness rather than just alleviating symptoms. Over the years, I have supported patients suffering from joint and musculoskeletal pain, chronic skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis, hormonal imbalances including PCOS and thyroid dysfunction, and neurological concerns like paralysis and post-stroke rehabilitation. Each case is treated with individualized Ayurvedic therapies that may include herbal medicine, Panchakarma detoxification, lifestyle restructuring, and personalized diet plans tailored to the patient's prakriti (body constitution) and vikriti (current imbalance). I provide both in-person and online consultations to make Ayurvedic care accessible and convenient for everyone. My goal in every interaction is to listen with empathy, guide with clarity, and offer treatments rooted in authenticity and clinical evidence. I firmly believe that true healing is a collaborative journey—where the patient and practitioner work in harmony to bring the body, mind, and spirit back into equilibrium. For me, Ayurveda is not just a profession—it is a way of life, a science of understanding human nature, and a philosophy of living in sync with the rhythms of nature. I am committed to walking this path with you, offering my knowledge, experience, and care at every step of your healing journey.
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Based on your detailed description — which includes pimples and acne over the face, neck, shoulders (front & back), oily T-zone, scars, black marks, patchy beard, and hair fall — it’s clear that the imbalance is not just superficial. Ayurveda sees such conditions as a manifestation of deeper doshic imbalances, particularly involving Pitta and Kapha, along with Rakta (blood) and Meda (fat tissue) dushti.

This Might Be Happening (According to Ayurveda) Pitta Imbalance: Pitta governs heat, metabolism, and inflammatory processes. Its aggravation (due to spicy food, stress, or poor sleep) often leads to acne, redness, and scars. Kapha Accumulation: Excess Kapha contributes to oiliness, clogged pores, and slow healing, especially in the T-zone and upper back. Rakta Dushti (Impure Blood): Leads to chronic skin breakouts, pigmentation, and scarring. Weak Digestion & Toxin Build-Up (Ama): Poor gut health can cause internal toxins, which reflect through the skin and hair — worsening acne, marks, and hair loss. Asthi & Majja Dhatu Imbalance: Patchy beard and hair thinning often arise from imbalance in deeper tissues — bone (Asthi) and nervous (Majja) — both nourished by a strong digestive system.

External Treatments: 1. Herbal Ubtan (for Acne, Pigmentation & Oil Control)

Ingredients: Manjishtha + Daruharidra + Lodhra

Mix with fresh Aloe vera (juice) to form a smooth paste

Apply on face, neck, and shoulders 2–3x/week

Leave for 15–20 mins (don’t over-dry), then wash with lukewarm water 2. Post-Ubtan Application (for Scars & Marks)

Use Shatadhouta Ghrita (100x washed ghee) or Kumkumadi Taila

Apply lightly over scars and dark spots daily at night Internal Support (To be taken under Ayurvedic supervision) 1. Herbal Decoction – 40 ml twice daily Prepare using Bhringraj, Bibhitaki, Amalaki, Shikakai, Ashwagandha, manjishtha 2. Neem Vati – 2 tablets twice daily 3. Avipatikar Churna – 3 gm at bedtime with lukewarm water

Pathya (Diet) Recommendations ✅ Favour:

Warm, home-cooked food with ghee

Green leafy vegetables (esp. bitter), moong dal, barley

Amla (Indian gooseberry), turmeric, fennel, coriander

Herbal teas (jeera, tulsi, or neem)

❌ Avoid:

Spicy, fermented, fried, or oily foods

Cold drinks, curd, cheese, or packaged snacks

Incompatible food combinations (milk + salt, fruits + dairy, etc.)

Late-night meals, irregular eating, and screen exposure at night

Lifestyle Tips Practice Pranayama (especially Anulom Vilom & Sheetali) daily

Avoid touching/scrubbing acne-prone skin

Maintain regular sleep-wake cycles

Wash face 2–3x daily with lukewarm water only

Avoid chemical-based cosmetics and harsh scrubs

While acne, hair fall, and pigmentation can feel persistent and frustrating, Ayurveda views these as signs of internal imbalance that can be corrected with time, care, and consistency. Your skin and hair can return to balance — but the key lies in addressing the root cause, not just the surface.

I strongly recommend consulting an Ayurvedic physician for personalized guidance, as individual Prakriti, diet, and lifestyle play a big role in response to treatment.

Wishing you glowing skin, healthy hair, and lasting confidence ahead.

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Your symptoms appear to be primarily due to raktha dushti. So internal purification is essential. Ayurvedic medicines can be helpful, along with specific dietary and lifestyle modification to prevent further vitiation of Raktha.

1. Manjishtadi kashayam 15 ml+ 45 ml lukewarm water twice daily before food. 2. Kaisora guggulu 1-0-1 with kashayam. 3. Khadirarishtam 15 ml twice daily after food. 4. Arogyavardhini vati 1 after food.

5. Eladi choornam with warm water for external application over face. 6. Nalpamaram boiled water can be used for bath. 7. For hair fall - regular head massage with ksheerabala tailam for 15 minutes.

Include green leafy vegetables 🌿 and cooling fruits like pomegranate, 🍇 grapes, watermelon🍉, Amla etc.

Avoid excess salty and spicy 🔥 foods, fermented foods, alcohol, carbonated drinks, etc

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hello Parth Mehta, on looking at everything — the acne, oily skin, black marks, full-face breakouts, back and shoulder acne, patchy beard, and hair fall — this clearly shows a Pitta-Kapha imbalance. In Ayurveda, we call this a condition of Rakta Dushti + Mamsa Dhatu dusthi, which means your blood is overheated and carrying toxins (Pitta) while your skin and oil channels (Kapha) are clogged. When digestion isn’t clear and Agni (fire) becomes irregular, it leads to Ama formation (toxic build-up) which tries to exit through your skin. That’s why you’re seeing pimples with pus, oiliness, and dark marks left behind. Also, hair fall and patchy beard show your Rasa-Rakta-Mamsa dhatus are weak — so tissues aren’t getting proper nourishment. This is reversible — but you need to treat the root cause inside, not just creams. Once your blood is cooled, digestion corrected, and skin channels cleared, you’ll notice visible relief from acne and hair problems.

Prescription (Shodhana + Shamana Chikitsa)

Manjishta capsule – 1 capsule twice daily after food Neem tablet – 1 tablet in morning empty stomach Avipattikar churna – 1 tsp with warm water at night Sarivadyasava – 15 ml with equal water after lunch and dinner Gandhak Rasayan – 1 tablet twice daily after food Kumkumadi lepam – Apply on marks every night and rinse in morning Neelibhringadi taila – Apply on scalp and beard daily, leave overnight

Diet Guidelines

Avoid curd, fried food, bakery items, cheese, sour fruits, and excess non-veg Strictly no sugar-loaded items like chocolates, pastries, carbonated drinks Avoid tea/coffee for 4 weeks — instead take coriander seed water or jeera water Eat warm, fresh food: moong dal, lauki, pumpkin, ridge gourd, thin rice kanji Add turmeric, coriander, and cumin regularly to food Drink warm water only — avoid fridge water, juices, and milk at night Have dinner by 7:30 pm, sleep by 10:30 pm daily Weekly 1 day light fasting or fruit-only day if comfortable

Investigations (if not done recently)

CBC FBS/PPBS (to rule out insulin resistance if acne is severe) Serum DHEAS and Testosterone (if beard is patchy and acne is hormonal) Vitamin D3, B12 USG Abdomen (to check if PCOD or fatty liver is linked)

This condition needs 6–8 weeks of focused care and you will start seeing a real change within 2–3 weeks if followed properly.

If you have any doubts, you can contact me. Take care, regards, Dr.Karthika.

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Acne, hairfall, is very common at your age, so please donot worry Take Kishore guggul 1-0-1 after food with water will help reduce acne problem Take khadirarist 10ml twice daily after food with water, will work as a blood purifier Use paste made with manjista powder+ turmeric powder+ multani mitti+ rough besan, mix with rose water apply twice weekly on acne areas keep for 15 minutes and wash with clean tapid water Take kamdudharas 1-0-1 will create an alkaline based in stomach. Apply amla oil twice weekly on scalp keep overnight and wash with mild herbal shampoo. Once your acne problem comes under control, many other problems too will improve. Avoid processed, spicy sugary junk food. Include seasonal fruits and seasonal vegetables in your diet. Drink fresh lime water with black salt and roasted jeera powder, and coconut water when ever possible

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It sounds like you’re dealing with quite a range of skin and hair concerns. Let’s address them considering Ayurveda’s time-tested principles.

For acne and pimples on oily areas like your face, neck, and shoulders, ayurveda points toward a Pitta and Kapha imbalance. To balance Pitta, reduce oily, spicy, and fermented foods while focusing on a diet rich in fresh fruits, vegetables, and cooling herbs like coriander and fennel. You can apply a paste of sandalwood and rose water to the affected areas to soothe inflammation and cool the skin. Wash your face twice daily with lukewarm water and avoid harsh soaps that can strip natural oils or increase Pitta aggravation.

To deal with acne scars and black marks, use a paste of turmeric and honey. Turmeric, known for its antiseptic properties, aids in reducing pigmentation and speeding up skin healing. Apply this mixture to the scars, leave it for about 15 minutes, then rinse. Consistency is key here, apply it daily or at least thrice a week.

Hair fall and patchy beard issues may signal a Vata imbalance. A regular scalp massage using coconut or sesame oil enriched with Amla or Bringraj can help strengthen hair roots and stimulate growth. Do this 2-3 times a week. Also, consume a diet high in proteins, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids. Meditation and stress-reduction techniques such as daily yoga or pranayama can also balance Vata, benefiting hair health.

Lifestyle factors such as irregular sleep patterns, excessive stress, and poor diet can exacerbate these conditions. Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep and maintain a balanced diet that supports your dosha constitution. Hydration is fundamental too, ensuring you drink adequate water helps maintain skin health.

If these concerns persist or worsen, it might be prudent to consult a dermatologist or a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for personalized guidance. They can offer targeted therapies and more specific guidance tailored to your unique constitution and condition. Remember, changes in diet and lifestyle take time to manifest improvements, so patience and consistency are key.

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HELLO PARAM MEHTA,

For skin and hair issues-pimples, acne, scars, black marks, and hairfall - an ayurvedic approach aims to balance the doshas(primarily pitta and kapha in this case), detoxify the system, and promote healthy skin and hair through medicines, diet and lifestyle

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) NEEM CAPSULES= 1 cap morning empty stomach for 2-3 months

2) MANJISTHADI CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water after lunch and dinner for 2 months

3) KAISHOR GUGGULU= 2 tabs after meals twice daily for 6 weeks

4) BHRINGARAJ CAPSULES= 1 cap after breakfast for 3 months

5) AMALAKI POWDER= 1 tsp empty stomach in morning for 3 months

6) ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULES= 1 cap at night with warm milk for 2 months

TOPICAL APPLICATIONS

-Multani mitta+ neem + rose water pack= apply for 15-20 mins on face for 2-3 times/week

-Kumkumadi taila= 3-5 drops on clean face every night

-Bhringaraj oil= apply to scalp, leave for 1-2 hours 2-3 times/week

DIET pitta and kapha balancing diet -avoid oily, spicy, fried, and junk foods - cut down on dairy (except buttermilk ) , sugar, and fermented foods

INCLUDE -warm water with lemon in morning -fresh fruits like pomegranate, papaya -green leafy vegetables -amla juice(1-2 tsp/day)

LIFESTLYE TIPS -practice pranayam (Anulom Vilom, sheetali) for stress and detox - sleep early and rise early- regulate hormones -avoid heavy, oily creams on face - wash face 2-3 times/day with cleanser

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

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I am an Ayurveda practitioner who’s honestly kind of obsessed with understanding what really caused someone’s illness—not just what hurts, but why it started in the first place. I work through Prakruti-Vikruti pareeksha, tongue analysis, lifestyle patterns, digestion history—little things most ppl skip over, but Ayurveda doesn’t. I look at the whole system and how it’s interacting with the world around it. Not just, like, “you have acidity, take this churna.” My main focus is on balancing doshas—Vata, Pitta, Kapha—not in a copy-paste way, but in a very personalized, live-and-evolving format. Because sometimes someone looks like a Pitta imbalance but actually it's their aggravated Vata stirring it up... it’s layered. I use herbal medicine, ahar-vihar (diet + daily routine), lifestyle modifications and also just plain conversations with the patient to bring the mind and body back to a rhythm. When that happens—healing starts showing up, gradually but strongly. I work with chronic conditions, gut imbalances, seasonal allergies, emotional stress patterns, even people who just “don’t feel right” anymore but don’t have a name for it. Prevention is also a huge part of what I do—Ayurveda isn’t just for after you fall sick. Helping someone stay aligned, even when nothing feels urgent, is maybe the most powerful part of this science. My entire practice is rooted in classical Ayurvedic texts—Charaka, Sushruta, Ashtanga Hridayam—and I try to stay true to the system, but I also speak to people where they’re at. That means making the treatments doable in real life. No fancy lists of herbs no one can find. No shloka lectures unless someone wants them. Just real healing using real logic and intuition together. I care about precision in diagnosis. I don’t rush that part. I take time. Because one wrong assumption and you’re treating the shadow, not the source. And that’s what I try to avoid. My goal isn’t temporary relief—it’s to teach the body how to not need constant fixing. When someone walks away lighter, clearer, more in tune with their system—that’s the actual win.
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99 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.
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548 reviews
Dr. Anupriya
I am an Ayurvedic doctor trained at one of the most reputed institutes (yeah, the kind that makes u sweat but also feel proud lol) where I completed my BAMS with 70%—not just numbers but real grind behind it. My focus during & after graduation has always been on treating the patient not just the disease, and honestly that philosophy keeps guiding me even now. I usually see anywhere around 50 to 60 patients a day, sometimes more if there's a health camp or local rush. It’s hectic, but I kinda thrive in that rhythm. What matters to me is not the number but going deep into each case—reading every complaint, understanding symptoms, prakriti, current state, season changes etc. and putting together a treatment that feels “right” for that person, not just for the condition. Like, I don’t do one-size-fits-all plans. I sit down, make case reports (yup, proper handwritten notes sometimes), observe small shifts, modify herbs, suggest diet tweaks, even plan rest patterns when needed. I find that holistic angle super powerful. And patients feel it too—some who come in dull n restless, over weeks show clarity, skin settles, energy kinda gets back... that makes the day worth it tbh. There’s no shortcut to trust, and i get that. Maybe that’s why patients keep referring their siblings or maa-papa too. Not bragging, but when people say things like “you actually listened” or “I felt heard”, it stays in the back of my mind even when I’m dog tired lol. My goal? Just to keep learning, treating honestly and evolving as per what each new case teaches me. Ayurveda isn’t static—it grows with u if u let it. I guess I’m just walking that path, one custom plan at a time.
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Dr. Ravi Chandra Rushi
I am working right now as a Consultant Ayurvedic Ano-Rectal Surgeon at Bhrigu Maharishi Ayurvedic Hospital in Nalgonda—and yeah, that name’s quite something, but what really keeps me here is the kind of cases we get. My main focus is managing ano-rectal disorders like piles (Arsha), fistula-in-ano (Bhagandara), fissure-in-ano (Parikartika), pilonidal sinus, and rectal polyps. These are often more complex than they look at first, and they get misdiagnosed or overtreated in a lotta places. That’s where our classical tools come in—Ksharasutra therapy, Agnikarma, and a few other para-surgical techniques we follow from the Samhitas...they’ve been lifesavers honestly. My work here pushes me to keep refining surgical precision while also sticking to the Ayurvedic core. I do rely on modern diagnostics when needed, but I won’t replace the value of a well-done Nadi Pariksha or assessing dosha-vikruti in depth. Most of my patients come with pain, fear, and usually after a couple of rounds of either incomplete surgeries or just being fed painkillers n antibiotics. And I totally get that frustration. That’s why I combine surgery with a whole support plan—Ayurvedic meds, diet changes, lifestyle tweaks that actually match their prakriti. Not generic stuff off a handout. Over time, I’ve seen that when people follow the whole protocol, not just the procedure part, the recurrence drops a lot. I’m quite particular about follow-up and wound care too, ‘cause we’re dealing with delicate areas here and ignoring post-op can ruin outcomes. Oh and yeah—I care a lot about educating folks too. I talk to patients in OPD, sometimes give community talks, just to tell people they do have safer options than cutting everything out under GA! I still study Shalya Tantra like it’s a living document. I try to stay updated with whatever credible advancements are happening in Ayurvedic surgery, but I filter what’s fluff and what’s actually useful. At the end of the day, my aim is to offer respectful, outcome-based care that lets patients walk out without shame or fear. That’s really what keeps me grounded in this field.
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24 reviews
Dr. Neha Saini
I am Vaidya Neha Saini and Ayurveda’s not just my work—it’s kind of like my language of healing, a thing I live by, day in and out. I did my BAMS from Shree Krishna Govt Ayurvedic College in Kurukshetra and later finished MD in Ayurveda from Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune (that place had a different kind of energy honestly). With more than five yrs of clinical experience under my belt, I’ve kinda shaped my path around treating chronic issues, long-drawn imbalances and lifestyle disorders that modern life throws at people without warning. My way of working isn’t about chasing symptoms. I try to understand what’s really going on underneath—it’s like the root cause matters more than just quieting the noise. I use classical Ayurvedic principles but I also keep an eye on modern clinical understanding, ‘cause you can’t ignore how medicine’s growing every day, right? Most of my cases come in with problems like skin conditions—psoriasis, eczema, sometimes hormonal stuff like PCOS or thyroid weirdness, joint stiffness, back pains, post-stroke situations, or nervous system setbacks that need slow but steady support. And for all that, I plan treatment around them, not some fixed protocol. Which means a mix of herbs, Panchakarma detox when needed, food tweaks, even small shifts in daily routine… all matching their prakriti and vikriti. I also do online consults 'cause a lot of folks don't always get to travel or access real Ayurveda nearby. I just feel like everyone should have a shot at natural healing, even if it's through a screen. One thing I try hard to never skip: listening. Really listening to people. Sometimes they don’t even know how to say what's wrong, but they feel it—and that matters. For me, trust is the main pillar, and treatment flows from there. Ayurveda for me isn’t a toolkit or a clinic-only thing. It’s like—how you eat, sleep, breathe, connect with seasons or stress. It’s everywhere. And everytime someone walks in confused, tired or just stuck with some health loop, my aim is to sit beside them—not ahead—and figure the way out together. Not fast fixes, but deep, steady change. That's what I show up for every single time.
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12 reviews
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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79 reviews
Dr. Shaniba P
I am an Ayurvedic doctor, someone who’s pretty much built her clinical journey around natural healing, balance and yeah—just trying to help ppl feel a bit more whole again. I work mostly with conditions that kinda stay with people... like joint pain that won’t go away, periods all over the place, kids falling sick again n again, or just the kind of stress that messes up digestion n sleep n everything in between. A lot of my practice circles around arthritis, lower back pain, PCOD-ish symptoms, antenatal care, immunity problems in kids, and those quiet mental health imbalances ppl often don't talk much about. My approach isn’t just pulling herbs off a shelf and calling it a day. I spend time with classical diagnosis—checking Prakriti, figuring out doshas, seeing how much of this is physical and how much is coming from daily routine or emotional burnout. And treatments? Usually a mix of traditional Ayurvedic meds, Panchakarma (only if needed!!), changing food habits, tweaking the daily rhythm, and honestly... just slowing down sometimes. I’m also really into helping ppl understand themselves better—like once someone gets how their body is wired, things make more sense. I talk to patients about what actually suits their dosha, what throws them off balance, and how they can stop chasing quick fixes that don’t stick. Education's a big part of it. And yes, I’ve had patients walk in for constant cold and walk out realizing it’s more about weak agni n poor gut routines than just low immunity. Every case’s diff. Some are simple. Some not. But whether it’s a young woman trying to fix her cycles without hormones or a 6-year-old catching colds every week, I try building plans that last—not just short term relief stuff. Healing takes time and needs trust from both sides. End of the day, I try to keep it rooted—classical where it matters but flexible enough to blend with the world we're livin in rn. That balance is tricky, but worth it.
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49 reviews
Dr. Suchin M
I am someone who’s honestly just really drawn to how deep Ayurveda goes—like really deep—not just treating what’s showing on the surface but getting into what’s actually causing it underneath. I really believe that even those complicated lifestyle diseases, stuff like diabetes or BP or obesity that people think they’ll just have to live with forever, can totally be managed with Ayurvedic principles. Not magically or overnight, but through proper diagnosis, diet tweaks, daily habits, and herbs that actually work if you use them right. That’s the part I focus on—making Ayurveda work practically, not just in theory. After finishing my BAMS, I’ve worked with chronic conditions for over a year now in clinical setups. Mostly patients dealing with long-term stuff that doesn’t go away with one pill—usually the kind of disorders rooted in stress, wrong food choices or too much sitting. I’ve seen that if you really listen first, like actually listen—hear their story, feel where they’re coming from—half the work’s already done. Then when you assess their Prakriti, figure out where the doshas are out of balance, and connect that with their history (plus any modern test reports they might bring), it gives you this full picture that’s so valuable. My treatment plans aren't one-size-fits-all. Sometimes it’s about bringing agni back into balance. Sometimes just clearing aam helps. Most people are shocked that things like bloating or even periods issues can shift just by aligning food and herbs with their constitution. And if the case is acute or there’s a red flag, I have no problem referring for emergency allopathic care. Integrative care makes sense—Ayurveda doesn’t have to be isolated from modern medicine. My aim? It's not just to fix a symptom. I want people to feel at ease in their own body again. To build habits they don’t need to break later. To know their own rhythm, not just follow some generic health trend. That’s what Ayurvedic healing means to me... not perfect, but real.
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15 reviews
Dr. Nisha Bisht
I am an Ayurvedic physician with over 10 years of real, everyday experience—both in the clinical side and in managing systems behind the scenes. My journey started at Jiva Ayurveda in Faridabad, where I spent around 3 years juggling in-clinic and telemedicine consultations. That time taught me how different patient care can look when it’s just you, the person’s voice, and classical texts. No fancy setups—just your grasp on nidan and your ability to *listen properly*. Then I moved into a Medical Officer role at Uttaranchal Ayurved College in Dehradun, where I stayed for 7 years. It was more than just outpatient care—I was also involved in academic work, teaching students while continuing to treat patients. That phase really pushed me to re-read things with new eyes. You explain something to students one day and then end up applying it differently the next day on a patient. The loop between theory and practice became sharper there. Right now, I’m working as Deputy Medical Superintendent at Shivalik Hospital (part of the Shivalik Ayurved Institute in Dehradun). It’s a dual role—consulting patients *and* making sure the hospital ops run smooth. I get to ensure that the Ayurvedic care we deliver is both clinically sound and logistically strong. From patient case planning to supporting clinical staff and overseeing treatment quality—I keep an eye on all of it. Across all these years, my focus hasn’t changed much—I still work to blend classical Ayurved with today’s healthcare structure in a way that feels practical, safe and real. I don’t believe in overloading patients or selling “quick detox” ideas. I work on balancing doshas, rebuilding agni, planning proper chikitsa based on the person’s condition and constitution. Whether it’s lifestyle disorders, seasonal issues, chronic cases, or plain unexplained fatigue—I try to reach the cause before anything else. I still believe that Ayurved works best when it’s applied with clarity and humility—not overcomplicated or oversold. That’s the approach I carry into every patient room and every team meeting. It’s a long road, but it’s one I’m fully walking.
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