How to reduce hairfall and sweat odour - #26008
Myhairfall has started andit'spretty much badi am obese as well and my sweat odourstings what shouldIdoI havelost half my hairs as of now..Ihave had liver infection in past butit'sunder control as of nowIdontknowwhat test to get done and to be awarewhati am lacking in
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Take bhringraj ghanvati 1-0-1 after food with water Amalaki rasayan 1-0-1 Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp with water at bed time Lightly massage your scalp twice weekly with Brahmi Amla hair oil keep overnight and wash in the morning with mild herbal shampoo. All these will help reduce hairfall. Take avipattikar tablet 1-0-1 after food with water, This will reduce sweat odour. Avoid processed fatty fast foods.
HELLO LIZA,
You’re 23, experiencing severe hairfall, bad body odour, obesity, and have a history of liver infection- that’s complex, interconnected situation.
1) HAIRFALL- KHALITYA/INDRALUPTA IN AYURVEDA -PRIMARY CAUSE= vitiation of pitta and vata doshas in the scalp region. Pitta burns the hair roots; vata dries and weakens them. -SECONDARY CAUSE= poor liver function, poor digestion (agni), and accumulation of Ama(toxins) -NUTRIENT TRANSPORT(rasa dhatu, Rakta Dhatu) is compromised- the hair is not getting nourished.
2) OBESITY (STHOULYA) -caused by kapha and medo dhatu vriddhi (increase in fat tissues ) -weak digestive fire (mandagni)-> leads to ama(toxins) , low metabolism, and fat deposition. -emotional or stress eating may aggravate kapha.
3) BODY ODOR (GANDHA, DURGANDHA) -indicates ama in sweat channels (sveda vaha Srotas) - pitta related toxins in the liver and blood may be coming out through sweat, producing a stinging odour -liver malfunction is key here.
TO RULE OUT DEFICIENCIES/ HORMONAL ISSUES
GENERAL= CBC, ESR, CRP= check for inflammation
LIVER= LFT, (ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin),GGT= evaluate liver function
NUTRIENTS= vitamin d3, vitamin b12, ferritin, iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium= for hair health , energy , and body detox
HORMONAL= THYROID PROFILE, FASTING BLOOD SUGAR, TESTOSTERONE, DHEA-S= for metabolism, obesity, hair loss
METABOLIC= FBS, PPBS, HBA1c, LIPID PROFILE= insulin resistance, and cholesterol issues
AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT
PHASE 1= SHODHANA(DETOX) start with internal cleansing and reducing toxin
1) TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime =mild detox of gut, blood, liver
2) AVIPATTIKAR CHURNA= 1 tsp after meals with warm water twice daily = for pitta balance and liver
3) PUNARNAVA MANDUR= 1 tab twice daily after meals = reduces water retention and clears liver toxins
4) GANDHAK RASAYANA= 1 tab twice daily after meals =for body odour and blood purification
5) AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals =for liver rejuvination
use this phase for 2-4 weeks
PHASE 2= REJUVINATION once detox is underway, start nourishing hair and reducing weight
HAIR REGROWTH
-BRINGARAJ CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily after meals
-AMLA JUICE= 20 ml in morning empty stomach
-ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk before bed = adaptogens that support stress and hair
-SHATAVARI GRANULES= 1 tsp with warm milk inmorning =helps cool down pitta
FOR OBESITY
-TRIPHALA GUGGULU= 2 tabs thrice daily after meals =burns fat, improves metabolism
-LOHASAVA= 20 ml with warm water twice daily before meals =metabolism
use this phase for 8-12 weeks
EXTERNAL CARE 1. NEELIBHRINGADI TAILA- massage warm oil 30 mins before bath for 4 times/week(ref- sahasra yoga)
2. DHURDHURAPATRADI TAILA- for scalp dryness and dandruff = 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 =apply during pitta-aggravated stages, especially with itching or scalp redness
FOR BODY ODOR -add neem leaves/triphala decoction to bath water - dust body with talcum+sandalwood powder+camphor mix=natural deodrant - use Multani mitti paste underarms before shower
YOGIC PLAN(HIGHLY IMPROTANT
MORNING -warm water with lemon + ginger + a pinch of black pepper - 10 min kapalbhati -5 min bhastrika - 10 surya namaskar - 10-15 min brisk walk
EVENING -sheetali or sheetakari pranayam=for heat and sweat - gentle walking or stretching - no heavy meals after 7:30 pm
DIET TO BE FOLLOWED STRICTLY
DAILY FASTING AND DETOX TIPS -12 hours intermittent fast (dinner by 8pm, breakfast by 8 am) -avoid snacking , sugars, fried food -replace tea/coffee with herbal teas (fennel, coriander, mint)
EAT -cooling, detoxifying foods= moong dal, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, pumpkin, neem, amla, curry leaves, aloe vera -SPICES= cumin, coriander, fennel= helps in digestion and reduce odor - HEALTHY FATS= small amount of cow ghee helps nourish hair and balances pitta - HAIR FRIENDLY FOODS= curry leaves, sesame seeds, coconut, soaked almonds (5/day) - warm water throughout the day - to dissolve toxins
AVOID -fried, oily, spicy, sour foods - red meat, alcohol, carbonated drinks - excess curd, especially at night - packaged, preserved, fermented food
IF FEASIBLE GO FOR PANCHAKARMA -Virechana for liver and pitta -Basti for kapha and weight
LIFESTYLE
OIL MASSAGE= weekly full body massage with sesame oil, improves lymph and metabolism
YOGA= suryanamaskar, kapalbhati, etc
MEDITATION= reduces cortisol which can cause hairfall
SLEEP= at least 7 hours, no late night eating
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
HELLO LIZA,
Hairfall and sweat odor can both be influenced by internal imbalances- including nutritional deficiencies, hormonal issues, past liver conditions, and metabolic disorders (especially in the context of obesity). Ayurvedic medicine can help manage these issues, but its also important to consider necessary lab tests to rule out or identify deficiencies.
POSSIBLE CAUSES BASED ON YOUR CASE
-OBESITY-> linked to hormonal imbalances, inflammation, and poor metabolism -PAST LIVER INFECTION-> liver plays a role in detoxification and hormonal balance -NUTRITIONAL DEFICIENCY ->. especially vitamin D, b12, iron, zinc, and protein -HORMONAL IMBALANCE-> PCOS, thyroid disorders -POOR SCALP CIRCULATION AND EXCESSIVE SWEATING-> may increase hairfall and body odour
RECOMMENDED TEST -CBC -LIVER FUNCTION TEST -TSH - SERUM FERRITIN - VITAMIN D3 AND B12 - HbA1c -SERUM ZINC - HORMONAL PROFILE (LH,FSH,TESTOSTERONE)
AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT ayurveda treats the root cause (dosha imbalance).based on your symptoms, there’s likely a pitta-kapha imbalance.
**FOR HAIRFALL INTERNAL -KESHYA RASAYANA= 2 tabs twice daily after meals with warm water =promote hair growth and nourish follicles
-CHYAWANPRASHA= 1 tsp twice daily on empty stomach =rasayana that builds Ojas, strengthens the immune system, supports hair and skin health
-NARASIMHA RASAYANAM= 10gm daily before food with warm milk =hair growth, weight management and rejuvination
**EXTERNAL APPLICATION
1) NEELIBRINGADI TAILA -massage scalp 3-4 times/week, leave for 1 hour or overnight
2) DHURDHURAPATRADI TAILA =especially used in dandruff-related hairfall
2) SWEAT ODOUR (due to ama, pitta-kapha imbalance, liver toxins)
INTERNAL
-TRIPHALA GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after food = detoxifies the gut, helps in weight management, controls body odour due to ama buildup
-AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 1 tab twice daily with lukewarm water after meals =liver and metabolic tonic, supports skin and sweat detox
-MANJISTHADI KASHAYA= 20 ml with water twice daily before meals =excellent blood purifier that helps body odour , skin problems, and liver detox
-PUNARNAVADI MANDUR= 1 tab twice daily after food =useful in reducing swelling, obesity-related ama accumulation, and helps detoxification
3)FOR OBESITY AND OVERALL METABOLIC BALANCE
-MEDOHARA GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =burns excessive fat, regulates metabolism
DIET TIPS -include ghee in moderation - avoid spicy, oily, deep fried food - add curry leaves, amla, sesame seeds - increase fresh fruits and leafy greens -drink warm water with turmeric daily
FOR SKIN EXTERNAL APPLICATION
-Mix rose water with sandalwood powder and apply on underarms -bath with water boiled with neem leaves
LIFESTYLE AND YOGA -avoid daytime sleep-can increase kapha - practice pranayam-anulom vilom, sheetali -try yoga poses= sarvangasana, vajrasana, matsyasana - manage stress- excessive cortisol causes hairfall
THANK YOU
DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA
Avoid spicy, oily and packed food. Regular exercise and Shirsasan. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Drink sufficient quantity of water. Tab.Bhringraj 2-0-2 Tab.Saptamrut lauh 2-0-2 Massage with Mahabhringraj oil on scalp twice a week
Don’t worry Liza, First of all avoid ahar vihar like excessive spicy,sweet,sour,salty,oily food,guru ahar(heavy to digest)etc. And start taking1.Amalki choorna 1tsf with Lukewarm water twice in a day. 2.Bhringraj tab 2-0-2 3.Narsimha rasayana 1tsf at bed time with lukewarm milk. 4.Masaage your scalp with castor oil thrice in a week. 5.Massage your scalp with Nilibhringrajadi oil. You’ll definitely get relief 😊
Hey liza For Severe Hair Fall Try-
A. Onion Juice + Coconut Oil
Grate or blend 1 onion, squeeze juice
Mix 1 tsp onion juice + 1 tsp coconut oil
Apply to scalp with cotton ball
Leave for 30 mins, then wash with mild herbal shampoo
👉 Use 2–3 times a week. Promotes regrowth and reduces hair fall.
✅ B. Amla + Curry Leaves Hair Pack
Take 1 tbsp amla powder or fresh pulp
Add 10 crushed curry leaves
Mix with curd or aloe vera gel into a paste
Apply to scalp and hair
Leave 30–45 mins, wash gently
💡 Use 1–2x per week to strengthen hair roots.
✅ C. Fenugreek (Methi) Seed Mask
Soak 2 tbsp methi seeds overnight
Grind into paste next morning
Add few drops of castor oil or aloe gel
Apply to scalp and hair, leave 1 hour, rinse off
👉 Great for dandruff, thinning, and rough hair
🔸 2. For Body Odor (Sweat Smell)
✅ A. Neem Leaves Bath
Boil 10–15 neem leaves in 1 litre water
Let it cool, strain and add to bathing water
✅ Natural antibacterial, controls odor from root
✅ B. Homemade Deodorant Spray
1 tsp alum powder (fitkari)
3–4 drops tea tree oil
Mix in 100 ml rose water
Spray underarms after bath
Recently have you done any blood tests?? If not pls get the following tests CBC Crp Blood sugar(fasting) Thyroid profile LFT Lipid profile VIT B12 & VIT D levels
HELLO LIZA, You’re just 23, but the way your body is reacting severe hair fall, obesity, foul sweat smell, and past liver issues clearly shows that there is a deeper metabolic imbalance, likely starting from poor liver function, low tissue nourishment (dhatu kshaya), and excess internal toxins (Ama). Your body is unable to digest and process food properly, which affects skin, hair, weight, and even sweat composition.We need to first reset your digestion, detox your system (especially liver), and improve nutrition absorption. Hair fall is just the surface symptom the root lies deeper.
Internal Medicines (minimum 6 weeks):
Arogyavardhini Vati – 1 tablet twice daily after food Triphala Guggulu – 2 tablets at night Drakshadi Kashayam – 15 ml + 45 ml warm water twice a day Amalaki Rasayana – 1 tsp morning empty stomach with warm water Sarivadi Vati – 1 tablet after lunch (for sweat odour + skin purification)
External Application:
Hair oil: Neelibhringadi Tailam or Bhringaraj Tailam – 3 times/week Apply warm oil 1 hour before bath and rinse with herbal shampoo Final hair rinse: Boil Triphala 1 tsp in 2 glasses water → reduce → strain and cool → final rinse
Pathya (Diet + Lifestyle):
Start day with warm water + ½ tsp turmeric + 1 tsp honey Eat freshly cooked warm food with 1 tsp ghee in each meal Add more leafy greens, beetroot, carrot, moong dal Avoid curd, milk + salt together, fried food, cheese, processed snacks Soak 5 almonds + 7 raisins + 2 dates at night → eat in morning Do 20–30 mins daily brisk walking or surya namaskar
Apathya (Strictly Avoid):
Bakery, biscuits, chips, bread Cold water, fridge food Sugar-loaded drinks, colas, packed juices Curd, paneer, cheese Skipping meals or overeating Late-night sleep (sleep by 10:30 PM)
Please get these blood tests done:
CBC LFT (Liver Function Test) TSH, Free T3, Free T4 (thyroid panel) Vitamin D3, Vitamin B12 Serum Ferritin (hair and liver health) HbA1c or FBS/PPBS (early diabetes screen) Lipid Profile
Once we clean the system and nourish it properly, you’ll notice changes in hair strength, body odour, and weight. Don’t worry — at your age, this is reversible.
If you have any doubts, you can contact me. Take care, Regards, DR.Karthika
Bhringamalakadi Taila - extly apply and massage for 10 min.-2 times
Jeevamrita Leha or Chyavanaprasha Leha-1 tsf- 2 times after food with milk
3- Shuddha Shilajatu-250mg
+ Saptamrita Loha - 500
+ bhringaraja Churna -3gm with ghee and honey after food 2 times a day
selected hair treatment for three months before you will see results.
Vamana-Ma Virechana-I
Diet and Lifestyle
Pathya: Fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, nutritious food, adequate sleep
Apathya: Avoid salt, sugar, tobacco, and alcohol. Overconsumption of salt and sugar increases dandruff and hairloss. Avoid large amounts of vitamin A.
Shamana
Avoid strong soaps, shampoo or hair sprays. Only use mild castile soaps. Hats and wigs are apt to cause hair to fall out faster, since they limit the air to the scalp. Avoid tension, stress, worry and hurry.
Hairfall and excessive sweat odor can be really quite frustrating. In Ayurveda, these often relate to imbalances in Pitta dosha, stress factors, and sometimes digestive issues like ama, or toxins. Let’s break it down and see what could help.
Since you have a history of liver infection, keeping Pitta dosha in balance is essential. Start by incorporating cooling foods into your diet, such as cucumbers, melons, grapes, and green leafy vegetables. Avoid spicy foods, caffeine, and excessively oily or fried items which can aggravate Pitta and worsen sweating.
Look into herbal remedies like Brahmi, which can help cool and calm the system. Applying Brahmi oil or Bhringraj oil to the scalp may nourish your hair follicles and reduce hairfall. Massaging the scalp at least 2-3 times a week improves circulation too.
Ensure you’re keeping yourself hydrated, as proper hydration can actually help control sweat odor. You might want to add lemon or mint to your water, as they offer freshness and cooling effects.
For body odor, consider bathing with water infused with neem leaves or using a paste of sandalwood powder which naturally helps control sweating. Start gentle exercise routines like yoga or walking in the evening when it’s cooler, as exercise helps reduce stress and regulate metabolism without overheating the body.
Since obesity can contribute to excess heat in the body, focus on a gradual weight loss plan. Regular meals that are sattvic (pure and balanced) can support both weight management and liver health.
If you’re uncertain about specific deficiencies, consider a complete blood count (CBC) to start with. Consulting a healthcare professional for a liver function test (LFT) might be wise, given your medical history. Always remember, it is best to consult an ayurvedic practitioner or healthcare provider to guide specific treatments especially with regards to liver health and any potential tests or follow-ups needed.
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