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103 days ago
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How to gain weight nearly 2 to 3 kgs in a month. - #25999

Nithya

I'm 24 years old. My height is 160 cm.and my weight is 43 kg. And I was pitha degi.I feel heat often.Sometimes I experience bloating.please prescribe medicines and foods to increase weight and to increase absorbtion

Age: 24
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Hi,first of you have to correct the gut for proper metabolism required Vaishwanara choornam 1tsp with hot water twice daily Soak dry fruits in water at night and consume it on morning Take proteineous diet always Aswagandharishtam Balarishtam 15ml each twice daily after food Panchajeeraguda 1-2 tsp twice daily

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HELLO NITHYA, You are naturally lean, with low body weight (43 kg at 160 cm) and also have PCOD, which already indicates that your digestion (Agni) and nutrient absorption (Rasa–Dhatu poshan) are weak. Since you’re Pitta-dominant, there’s internal heat and occasional bloating, which shows a mix of high Pitta and irregular Vata. So, though you may be eating, your body is not absorbing and building enough tissue — especially Rasa, Mamsa and Meda dhatus (fluid, muscle, fat layers). We have to balance your digestion without increasing heat, calm your Pitta-Vata, and slowly build healthy weight. If you try to eat oily or heavy foods directly, your bloating and heat will worsen. So we will improve absorption first, then increase nourishment gradually.

Internal Medicines (minimum 6 weeks):

Sutashēkhara Rasa – 1 tablet before lunch and dinner with warm water Drakshadi Kashayam – 15 ml + 45 ml warm water after lunch and dinner Phalasarpi Ghrita – 1 tsp in the morning on empty stomach with warm water Ashwagandha Churna – ½ tsp + Shatavari Churna – ½ tsp mixed in warm milk at bedtime Chyawanprash – 1 tsp mid-morning

Shodhana Karma / External Procedures:

Abhyanga (body massage) with Dhanwantaram Taila or Bala-Ashwagandhadi Taila – 3 times/week Followed by mild Bashpa Swedana (steam) at home If done under supervision: Mridu Virechana with Trivrit lehya once in 2 months helps with PCOD and absorption both Matra Basti with Kshirabala taila (optional) if constipation or back pain is present

Pathya (Foods to Gain Weight & Improve Absorption):

Cow ghee – 1 tsp with every meal Soaked almonds (5), black raisins (10), dates (2) every morning Milk with Shatavari kalpa or Ashwagandha at bedtime Warm, oily foods: khichdi with ghee, rice with dal + ghee, urad dal Moong dal, root vegetables, jeera, ajwain, turmeric in cooking Homemade laddus with gondh, jaggery, ghee Buttermilk with roasted jeera + rock salt (if bloating is mild)

Apathya (Avoid These Completely):

Cold food or drinks Curd, sour pickles, tomatoes, tamarind Junk, fried snacks, maida, bakery Tea, coffee in excess Skipping meals, late-night dinners Day sleep (if digestion is weak) Excess exercise or staying hungry for long

If needed, check these labs to rule out deeper causes:

CBC TSH Serum Ferritin Vitamin D3, B12 FBS/PPBS USG Pelvis (if not done recently for PCOD)

If you have any doubts, you can contact me. Take care, Regards, DR.Karthika

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Hey , if your digestion is good ,then start Ayurvedic Medicines to Gain Healthy Weight + Improve Absorption

*Ashwagandha Lehyam / Avaleha Builds muscle mass, nourishes dhatu, 1 tsp with warm milk after breakfast *Drakshadi Lehyam-1 tsp after lunch *Shatavari Churna -1 tsp with milk at bedtime *Chitrakadi Vati- tab before lunch + dinner *Triphala Churna -1 tsp with warm

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Take tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water, This will improve your digestion and hunger & prevents bloating. Shatavari granules 2tsp in a cup of milk daily Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with cool milk. Avoid junk foods, processed foods Have banana, black dates in your diet. Remain relaxed and happy mood. Follow up after 45 days

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Start with OD later after 15days. later if suits you can make it BD

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Shatavari granules bd or od mam

Dr. Yesha Vyas Shah
I have been practicing Ayurveda since 2010, with a deep commitment to holistic healing and patient-centered care. My journey in the field began as a Medical Officer at Gareja PHC in Porbandar, Gujarat (2006–2008), where I gained valuable grassroots-level clinical experience. In 2008, I expanded my perspective by working as an Ayurvedic Consultant in Berlin, Germany, which enriched my understanding of global wellness expectations and integrative approaches. Since 2010, I have been serving as a Senior Ayurvedic Consultant at Aarsh Ayurveda Health Care in Porbandar. My core areas of expertise include classical Panchakarma therapies, Ayurvedic weight management, nutrition counseling, and Ayurvedic cosmetology. I have been managing Ayurvedic weight and lifestyle interventions since 2012 and have been practicing Ayurvedic cosmetology, including herbal skin and hair therapies, since 2015. I am known for being a patient listener and for forming strong, compassionate connections with those I treat. I believe that healing starts with being understood, and my consultative approach reflects this principle. My practice integrates traditional Ayurvedic wisdom with a personalized plan that suits the unique prakriti (constitution) and needs of each individual. Currently, I am in the process of launching a dedicated Garbh Sanskar Centre, where expectant mothers can benefit from Ayurvedic prenatal care, emotional well-being programs, and classical rituals designed to support healthy conception, pregnancy, and fetal development. With over a decade of diverse Ayurvedic practice, I strive to offer authentic, evidence-rooted care in a modern context. I aim to empower my patients with lifestyle changes, preventive care, and deep-rooted healing techniques that foster long-term wellness.
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Hello Nithya, When have you done your thyroid profile?

Some basic advice for you which can help you to gain weight:

As per your age you should intake Protine suppliments like Milk products more.

Do yoga or some light workout for half hour

Have 7-8 hours sleep

Take mini meals many meals

You can take Ashwagandha or Shatavari (with guidance of an Ayurved consultant only)

Some suggested foods for weight gain:

Nuts like Almond dates Fruits like Banana Chikoo Food like Dal rice Eggs and milk products

For bloating: chew ajvain and sonf after meals Avoid late night meals

Hoping for your good health

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Thyroid profile was normal mam

Dr. Yesha Vyas Shah
I have been practicing Ayurveda since 2010, with a deep commitment to holistic healing and patient-centered care. My journey in the field began as a Medical Officer at Gareja PHC in Porbandar, Gujarat (2006–2008), where I gained valuable grassroots-level clinical experience. In 2008, I expanded my perspective by working as an Ayurvedic Consultant in Berlin, Germany, which enriched my understanding of global wellness expectations and integrative approaches. Since 2010, I have been serving as a Senior Ayurvedic Consultant at Aarsh Ayurveda Health Care in Porbandar. My core areas of expertise include classical Panchakarma therapies, Ayurvedic weight management, nutrition counseling, and Ayurvedic cosmetology. I have been managing Ayurvedic weight and lifestyle interventions since 2012 and have been practicing Ayurvedic cosmetology, including herbal skin and hair therapies, since 2015. I am known for being a patient listener and for forming strong, compassionate connections with those I treat. I believe that healing starts with being understood, and my consultative approach reflects this principle. My practice integrates traditional Ayurvedic wisdom with a personalized plan that suits the unique prakriti (constitution) and needs of each individual. Currently, I am in the process of launching a dedicated Garbh Sanskar Centre, where expectant mothers can benefit from Ayurvedic prenatal care, emotional well-being programs, and classical rituals designed to support healthy conception, pregnancy, and fetal development. With over a decade of diverse Ayurvedic practice, I strive to offer authentic, evidence-rooted care in a modern context. I aim to empower my patients with lifestyle changes, preventive care, and deep-rooted healing techniques that foster long-term wellness.
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Great… Start with a positive mindset You can surely achieve your goal

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To increase weight follow proper diet and yoga For that avoid some food which will hamper your absorption capacity Like avoid more intake of tea or coffee More intake of cold beverages Maintain your food timings properly Stay doing yoga Include ghee and take milk daily Have soaked dry grapes, almonds, walnuts, dates Take pomegranate, orange, beetroot, cucumber, carrot Take more water Take tab Ashwagandha 1 bd after food Take swamala compound 1 tsp with milk

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Don’t worry Nithya, Avoid excessive spicy, sour food… Start taking 1.kbir liverzyme 20ml with equal amount of Lukewarm water just after having meal twice in a day. 2.Ashwagandha choorna 1tsf with lukewarm milk twice in a day… 3.shatavari tab.2-0-2 with Lukewarm milk twice in a day… Follow up after 30 days…

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You can start on Ashwagandha churna-1/4 th tsp with warm milk at night Hingwastaka churna- 1/2 tsp with warm water twice daily before food CHYWANPRASH- 1 tsp daily Drink banana with dates with milk soaked almond shake daily

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HELLO NITHYA,

Gaining 2-3 kg in a month is a realistic and healthy goal- especially if you’re underweight.

you’re a 24- year- old woman, 160 cm tall, and weigh 43 kg

You’re feeling -Underweight= you want to gain 2-3 kg/month - frequent heat sensation- you feel hot or irritable often - bloating/ gas/ heaviness- especially after eating - diagnosed with PCOD(polycystic ovarian disease)

WHY YOU ARE UNDERWEIGHT? Ayurveda says- you have low agni(digestive fire) that means - your stomach and intestines don’t digest food completely - even if you eat enough, your body doesn’t absorb nutrients well - so your tissues(muscles, blood, hormones) aren’t well nourished

This is often due to combination of VATA IMBALANCE= causes poor absorption and dryness PITTA EXCESS= causes heat, acidity, and weakens digestion RESULT= weight loss or no weight gain, fatigue, and low energy

WHY DO YOU FEEL HOT OR IRRITATED OFTEN? this is due to excess pitta dosha- the fire element in your body

Pitta becomes high due to -stress, overthinking, late nights - spicy food, too much heat exposure - hormonal imbalance like PCOD - skipping meals or irregular eating

WHEN PITTA IS HIGH, YOU FEEL -heat in the body - irritability, impatience - hormonal irregularities like acne, hairfall, irregular cycles

WHY ARE YOU EXPERIENCING BLOATING OR GAS this is a sign of vata dosha going out of balance- especially in your digestive system.

It causes -gas, flatulence, belching - abdominal tightness or rumbling - incomplete digestion-> feeling heavy after meals

THIS HAPPENS BECAUSE -you might be eating fast, irregular meals - you eat cold/raw foods or difficult-to - digest meals - you have weak digestion from long-term

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN PCOD In Ayurveda, pcod is mostly caused by a mixture of vata + kapha imbalance, affecting your Apana Vayu(downward- moving energy in the pelvis)

Here’s what happens -ovaries don’t release eggs properly-irregular ovulation -Hormones go out of balance-androgens, insulin, etc - small cysts form in the ovaries - periods become delayed, irregular , heavy or painful -you may Gain weight OR stay underweight depending on your constitution

Ayurveda sees this as -blockage of channels in the reproductive system -hormonal imbalance due to ama(toxins) and poor circulation - stress, wrong food habits, and lack of exercise make it worse

WHAT YOU NEED -better digestion and absorption -cool down excess heat - build body tissues and gain weight - fix hormonal imbalance(PCOD) - reduce bloating

DIET PLAN GENERAL

FOODS TO INCLUDE DAILY

GRAINS= rice, red rice, parboiled rice, hand-pounded rice , oats, wheat

LEGUMES= moong dal(yellow or green, reskinned), urad dal, massor dal (well cooked)

DAIRY= cow’s milk(boiled), panner, buttermilk (diluted, spiced), curd in moderation (daytime only)

VEGETABLES= pumpkin, ash gourd, sweet potato, carrots, beets, ridge gourd, bottle gourd, snake gourd

FRUITS= banana, mango, papaya, dates, figs, pomegranate, apple(stewed), raisins(soaked)

NUTS/SEEDS= soaked almonds(4-5), walnuts, sesame seeds(in ladies), soaked chia/flax seeds

FATS= cow’s ghee (2-3 tsp/day), sesame oil, coconut oil (occasionally for cooling effect)

SWEETENERS= jaggery (natural), rock sugar (misri)- avoid white sugar

RECOMMENDED DISHES FOR YOU -moong dal khichdi with ghee + cumin + vegetables -rice with ghee and cooked dal-split green gram, urad dal -sweet potato mash with ghee and cumin - thick kheer= milk + rice or wheat + dates + cardamom - sesame laddoos with jaggery + ghee ( 2 /day as snack) - homemade panner curry leaves, and cumin after lunch - banana + soaked raisins as mid-morning nourishment

FOODS TO AVOID -tea,coffee, soda= increases pitta, dehydrates - excess raw salad= aggravates vata, causes bloating - spicy, sour, fermented food= increases pitta, worsens bloating and PCOD -cold drinks, ice cream, smoothies = weakens digestion - wheat-heavy, bakery, or junk food= clogs channels, causes cyst and bloating

YOGA

PURPOSE -balance vata+pitta - stimulate digestion and metabolism - improves blood flow to ovaries + uterus - reduce stress hormones and cortisol - support endocrine ( hormone ) health

KEY PRINCIPLE -practice in a cool, ventilated space - use slow, mindful movements - never practice on full stomach -hold poses longer (30-60 seconds)

ASANAS TO DO (3-5 days/week)

PELVIC HEALTH= malasana, supta baddha konsana, utkata konuşana (goddess pose)

HORMONE BALANCE= setu bandhasana , bhujangasana, dhanurasana

GAS AND DIGESTION= pawanmuktasana, vajrasana, apanasana

COOLING+RELAXING= balasana, viparita karani, shavasana

PRANAYAM- -Anulom-vilom= 5-10 min, balances vata+pitta calms hormone

-Sheetali/sheetakari= 2-3 min, reduces heat, controls inflammation

-Bhramari= 5 min, reduces anxiety, balances mind and hormones

-Nadi sodhana= 5 min, opens subtle energy channels, improves mood

Practice daily, preferably morning or evening, with a calm mind

LIFESTYLE ROUTINE

WAKE-UP= wake before 7 am to avoid dullness-kasha time

MOUTH AND GUT CLEANSE= scrape tongue, rinse with triphala water, sip warm water with soaked raisins or figs

ABHYANGA(oil massage)= full body massage 3-4 times/week with ksheerbala taila

BATHING= warm water (not hot)-avoid head bath daily

MEALS= eat mindfully, chew slowly, eat freshly cooked food

ACTIVITY= light yoga or walk post-breakfast / afternoon

EVENING= herbal tea(coriander- fennel), early dinner

BEDTIME= massage soles with ghee or sesame oil, read, journal, or meditate before sleep

SLEEP= by 10:30 pm latest-helps regulate hormones

MEDICINES

1) FOR WEIGHT GAIN AND NOURISHMENT

-ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime =builds muscle, reduces stress, supports metabolism

-SHATAVARI KALPA= 1 tsp in warm milk once daily in morning = hormonal balance, nourishes reproductive tissues

-CHYAWANPRASHA= 1 tsp after breakfast = immunity, energy supports digestion and weight gain

-VIDARYADI LEHYAM= 1 tsp twice/day in morning and night = builds dhatus, ideal for underweight people

FOR DIGESTION , ABSORPTIO AND BLOATING

-HIGWASTAKA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water before lunch and dinner =reduces gas, supports agni

-TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/4 tsp with honey once daily before meals =stimulates digestion and nutrient absorption

FOR STRESS, SLEEP AND MENTAL BALANCE -BRAHMI VATI= 1 tab at night =supports calm mind, better sleep, hormone regulation

FOR PCOD -KANCHANAR GUGGULU= 1 tab twice daily after meals =reduces cysts, hormonal stagnation

-ASHOKARISHTA= 15 ml after meals with water twice daily =hormone regulation, uterine strength

-RAJAPRAVARTINI VATI(only if delayed periods)= 1 tab twice daily for 5-7 days before expected period,stop once periods start =induces healthy menstruation

HOME REMEDY weight gain+hormone support laddoes

-Roasted sesame seeds+ jaggery + ghee + ashwagandha powder =roll Inyo small balls, eat 1-2 per day

YOU WILL OBSERVE

GAIN 2-3 KG= in 4-6 weeks by correcting digestion Improve periods= 1-3 cycles reduce blaoting= 10-15 days cool down heat= 1-2 weeks feel energetic and balance = 2-4 weeks

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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For someone with a Pitta dominance, like you’re mentioning, the focus shouldbe on balancing this dosha while supporting digestion and absorption. To gain 2 to 3 kilograms in a month is ambitious but not impossible if done thoughtfully and safely. First, it’s important to address your Pitta imbalance, which often leads to feelings of heat and digestive issues. Start by incorporating cooling, nourishing foods and practices into your daily routine.

Consume sweet, bitter, and astringent foods, which are known to pacify Pitta. Include nourishing grains like basmati rice and oats, and don’t shy from dairy products like milk and ghee, as they are calming for Pitta. Try to include cooling vegetables like cucumber, zucchini, and leafy greens. Avoid overly spicy, oily, and salty foods which can aggravate Pitta.

Drink cooling herbal teas made from mint or fennel to aid digestion and mitigate that heat sensation. Shatavari and Ashwagandha are excellent Ayurvedic herbs that can support weight gain and improve tissue building. These can be taken as churnas (powder) mixed in warm milk twice daily, preferably morning and evening.

For bloating and improving absorption, chew a small piece of ginger with rock salt before meals, as this can stimulate Agni, your digestive fire, balancing digestion. Also, consider consuming Triphala at bedtime; this helps in maintaining digestive balance and bowel regularity.

Try to keep a regular meal schedule. Eating three primary meals at specific times, and two snacks can support your body’s need for consistent energy and nourishment. Incorporate mindfulness while eating, ensuring you chew well and savor your meals, enhancing the absorption.

Regular practice of calming Pranayama, such as Chandra Bhedana (left nostril breathing), can also help in balancing Pitta and promoting overall well-being.

Lifestyle modifications like avoiding sunlight and heat exposure during peak afternoon hours, ensuring adequate hydration, and prioritizing rest and relaxation, are key. Avoid stimulants such as caffeine and nicotine as they heighten Pitta imbalances.

Remember, since you have specific constitutional needs, it’s wise to consult an Ayurvedic practitioner in person, if possible, to tailor these suggestions even more to your individual circumstances.

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HELLO NITHYA,

AGE= 24 years HEIGHT= 160 cm WEIGHT= 43 (underweight) PRAKRITI= pitta dominant HEALTH ISSUES= PCOD, frequent heat sensation, occasional bloating GOAL= gain 2-3 kg/month, improve digestion and nutrient absorption

1) INTERNAL SUPPLEMENTS

-improves digestive fire -enhance absorption - help in anabolic processes -balance pitta and hormones (important for PCOD)

-ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with milk in morning and night =builds, strength, helps in weight gain

-SHATAVARI GRANULES= 1 tsp with warm milk after meals =hormonal balance, supports fertility

-TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/4 tsp before meals twice daily with warm water or honey = improves digestion, reduce bloating

-VIDARYADI LEHYAM= 1 tsp after breakfast and dinner =nutritive tonic, helps in healthy weight gain

-DRAKSHAVALEHA= 1 tsp after meals =pitta pacification, improves strength

2) DIET PLAN

MEAL TIMING -3 main meals + 2 snacks - don’t skip meals -eat in relaxed , calm environment

GRAINS= white rice, oats, wheat, parboiled rice

PROTEINS= moong dal, urad dal, soaked almonds, cow’s milk, ghee

FATS= ghee, sesame oil , coconut

VEGETABLES= pumpkin , carrot, ridge gourd, bottle gourd, sweet potato

FRUITS= ripe banana, mango, papaya, dates, soaked raisins

BEVERAGES= buttermilk with jeera, milk with turmeric and ghee at night

AVOID sour, spicy , deep fried and fermented foods

3) LIFESTYLE CHANGES

Avoid skipping meals= it increases pitta, lowers energy

Avoid excess screen time= increases heat in body

Gentle exercise= yoga, walking- improves appetite

Oil massage= use sesame oil-helps with relaxation and nourishment

Sleep= at least 7-8 hours at night, avoid staying up late

PCOD AND HORMONAL BALANCE -shatavari and ashwagandha given helps regularise cycles -avoid excess sugar and dairy - practice bhramari pranayam and Chandra bhedana daily to reduce internal heat

FOODS TO AVOID -sour fruits=orange, pineapple, raw mango - pickles, vinegar, curd - spicy, oily snacks - cold and carbonated drinks - excess tea/coffee

Avoid drinking water immediately after meals

Add small amounts of ajwain or hing in cooking

sit in vajrasana for 5-10 min after eating

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

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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.
5
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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.
5
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Dr. Anjali Sehrawat
I am Dr. Anjali Sehrawat. Graduated BAMS from National College of Ayurveda & Hospital, Barwala (Hisar) in 2023—and right now I'm doing my residency, learning a lot everyday under senior clinicians who’ve been in the field way longer than me. It’s kind of intense but also really grounding. Like, it makes you pause before assuming anything about a patient. During my UG and clinical rotations, I got good hands-on exposure... not just in diagnosing through Ayurvedic nidan but also understanding where and when Allopathic tools (like lab reports or acute interventions) help fill the gap. I really believe that if you *actually* want to heal someone, you gotta see the whole picture—Ayurveda gives you that depth, but you also need to know when modern input is useful, right? I’m more interested in chronic & lifestyle disorders—stuff like metabolic imbalances, stress-linked issues, digestive problems that linger and slowly pull energy down. I don’t rush into giving churnas or kashayams just bcz the texts say so... I try to see what fits the patient’s prakriti, daily habits, emotional pattern etc. It’s not textbook-perfect every time, but that’s where the real skill grows I guess. I do a lot of thinking abt cause vs symptom—sometimes it's not the problem you see that actually needs solving first. What I care about most is making sure the treatment is safe, ethical, practical, and honest. No overpromising, no pushing meds that don’t fit. And I’m always reading or discussing sth—old Samhitas or recent journals, depends what the case demands. My goal really is to build a practice where people feel seen & understood, not just “managed.” That's where healing actually begins, right?
5
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Dr. Anirudh Deshmukh
I am Dr Anurag Sharma, done with BAMS and also PGDHCM from IMS BHU, which honestly shaped a lot of how I approach things now in clinic. Working as a physician and also as an anorectal surgeon, I’ve got around 2 to 3 years of solid experience—tho like, every day still teaches me something new. I mainly focus on anorectal care (like piles, fissure, fistula stuff), plus I work with chronic pain cases too. Pain management is something I feel really invested in—seeing someone walk in barely managing and then leave with actual relief, that hits different. I’m not really the fancy talk type, but I try to keep my patients super informed, not just hand out meds n move on. Each case needs a bit of thinking—some need Ksharasutra or minor para surgical stuff, while others are just lifestyle tweaks and herbal meds. I like mixing the Ayurved principles with modern insights when I can, coz both sides got value really. It’s like—knowing when to go gentle and when to be precise. Right now I’m working hard on getting even better with surgical skills, but also want to help people get to me before surgery's the only option. Had few complicated cases where patience n consistency paid off—no shortcuts but yeah, worth it. The whole point for me is to actually listen first, like proper listen. People talk about symptoms but also say what they feel—and that helps in understanding more than any lab report sometimes. I just want to stay grounded in my work, and keep growing while doing what I can to make someone's pain bit less every day.
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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.
5
186 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.
5
90 reviews
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.
5
405 reviews
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
133 reviews
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.
5
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