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how to reduce hair fall and get good glowing skin - #26018

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I have diagnosed with thyroid and I have acne and hair thinning issue I want to have a good skin and hair, I have my marriage in next 4 month also I am trying to lose weight and I am vegetarian in just 4 month I want to back on track and reduce risk of thyroid

Age: 24
Chronic illnesses: No
Pain in stomach some times feel very heavy
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Avoid spicy, oily and processed food. Regular exercise and meditation. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Tab.Bhringraj 2-0-2 Tab.Neem 2-0-2 Tab Arogyavardhini 2-0-2
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Don't worry Madri, Start taking1.Medoharvidangadi loh 1-0-1 2.Kanchnaar guggulu 1-0-1 for chewing 3.Amalki choorna 1tsf with lukewarm water twice in a day. 4.Aarogyavardhini vati 1-0-1 ** Massage your scalp with Nilibhringrajadi oil. **Apply paste of Raktachandana powder +Manjishtha powder +Mulethi powder over your face ×thrice in a week Include Meditation,pranayam in your daily routine. **Drink Triphala kwath (shouldn't be too hot)+1tbsf of honey..
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Thyroid imbalances can certainly influence skin, hair, and overall health. To harmonize your body and bring your skin and hair back in balance, we'll want to address not only the thyroid but also the dosha which is most likely affected. Thyroid issues are often related to kapha imbalance, so we'll aim to pacify this dosha. For hair thinning, consider incorporating oil massage into your routine. Use coconut or bhringraj oil to gently massage your scalp twice a week. Let it sit for about an hour then rinse with a mild shampoo. This nourishes the scalp and strengthens hair follicles. Acne could relate to an imbalance in pitta dosha, aggravated by stress or dietary factors. Cooling herbal concoctions like neem or turmeric can help clear skin. Try a paste of neem leaves or turmeric powder mixed with water once or twice a week as a face mask. Diet plays a crucial role here. Avoiding fried, overly spicy, and high-sugar foods will help balance both kapha and pitta. Focus on a sattvic diet rich in fresh veggies, fruits, whole grains. Consuming warm, lightly spiced foods rather than cold or excessively heavy meals will aid digestion and maintain agni, or digestive fire. For supporting thyroid, consider including foods rich in iodine and selenium like sea veggies or brazil nuts, if your diet allows. Ashwagandha, a known adaptogen, might help manage stress and support thyroid functions. This variably depends on your current health conditions, so be sure to discuss with your healthcare provider before adding new herbs to your regimen. Exercise shouldn't be too intense, considering kapha's slow and steady nature. Opt for brisk walking, yoga or swimming, which support weight loss without overexerting yourself. Pranayama, particularly ujjayi or kapalabhati, can be particularly balancing. Stick to a regular routine of sleeping and waking up. Getting enough rest ensures your body's systems remain harmonized. Smart time management will help you manage stress as you plan for your wedding. It's crucial to monitor the thyroid condition closely with your primary care provider, since unmanaged thyroid imbalances can exacerbate hair and skin issues. Ayurveda can provide support, but it's vital to keep in sync with conventional care for a holistic management plan.
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Take tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water Divya Thyrogrit 2-0-2 after food with water Kamdudharas 1-0-1 after food with water Avoid processed fatty sugary fried junk food Brisk walking atleast 30 mins daily Drink warm water through out the day Do pranayam, daily 5-10mins twice daily Yogasan will help to make your body flexible and also loose weight., learn from yoga teacher. Follow up after 1 month
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HELLO MADRI, AT age 24 , issues like acne, hairfall, and Thyroid are often linked to stress, poor diet, hormonal imbalance, and lifestyle habits. Ayurveda sees these symptoms as imbalances in doshas (vata, pitta, kapha) and treatment in focus on correcting internal imbalances through food, lifestyle and medicines Your symptoms indicate pitta-vata imbalance -Pitta aggravation= acne, tanning, premature greying, bloating -Vata aggravation= hair thinning, hairfall, anxiety, irregular digestion TREATMENT GOAL -balance pitta and vata doshas- to reduce acne, hairfall, greying, and bloating -Improve digestion= for better nutrient absorption and skin clarity - detox the body= using medicines - nourishes skin and hair= with proper diet, oils, and medicnes - establish daily rouitne= to stabilise hormones and reduce stress - promote restful sleep and reduce stress= through yoga, pranayam, and regular habits MANAGEMENT PLAN 1) DIGESTION CORRECTION poor digestion is the root of most disorders DAILY ROUTINE -drink warm water with a pinch of dry ginger or cumin in the morning - avoid cold, stale, fried and overly spicy foods - eat at the same times every day - don't skip meals TAKE -TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at night -JEERA + AJWAIN+ HING tea for bloating after meals twice daily 2)IDEAL AYURVEDIC PLATE FOR A STUDENT build meals to balance all doshas and meet energy needs WHOLE GRAINS= brown rice, millets(ragi, jowar), whole wheat PROTEINS= moong dal, massor dal, panner, soaked almonds, boiled eggs HEALTHY FATS= ghee 1 tsp/day, sesame oil, coconut VEGETABLES= Lauki, tinda, spinach, carrots, beets(cooked, not in salad form) SPICES= turmeric, cumin, coriander, fennel HYDRATION= buttermilk with cumin, coconut water 3) SKIN AND ACNE REMEDIES INTERNAL -NEEM CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily in morning and night =for detoxifying blood for 15 days only -AMLA POWDER= 1 tsp with warm water in Morning =vitamin c, anti-aging -GANDHAK RASAYANA= 1 tab twice daily after meals for 15 days EXTERNAL APPLICATION -multani mitti+rose water+neem powder mast= 3times/week -wash face twice daily with herbal cleanser avoid harsh soaps 4) HAIRFALL CAUSES= excess heat, poor liver health, nutritional deficencies INTERNALLY START WITH 1. NARASIMHA RASAYANA- 1 tsp with milk, morning empty stomach= 90 days =asthi-majja rasayana, hair growth (ref- bhaishajya ratnavali) 2. BHRINGRAJ CHURNA- 5gm + ghee at bedtime for 2-3 months =hair growth, scalp nourishment(ref- Nighantu Ratnakar) 3. CHYAWANPRASHA AVALEHA- 1 tsp twice daily with warm milk for long term 3-6 months =rasa-rakta dhatu and immunity(ref- charak Samhita) 4. DRAKSHADI KASHAYA- 30 ml before meals with water for 4-6 weeks =pitta-rakta sodhaka(ref- ashtanga hridaya) 5. SAPTAMRIT LAUHA- 500mg with ghee/honey twice daily in morning and night for 1-3 months =eye and hair support, rakta support 6. AMALAKI RASAYANA- 5 gm in the morning with milk for long term =rejuvination, prevents greying and great for immunity 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 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 ESSENTIAL FOODS -cow milk+ghee= builds Ojas, nourishes dhatu -black sesame seeds= asthi dhatu enhancer -soaked almonds(5-6)= omega 3+ protein -fresh amla(or juice)= rasayana, anti-pitta -moong dal khichdi= easily digestible -curry leaves(raw/chutney)= rich in iron and vitamin c -dates, figs, raisins= rasa dhatu replenishment AVOID -spicy, fermented, fried , junk food -late night meals -overconsumption of tea, coffe, carbonated drinks -alcohol, smoking LIFESTYLE + DAILY ROUTINES MORNING ROUTINE -Wake before 6 AM= aligns with brahma muhurtha if possible -GANDUSHA(oil pulling) with sesame oil= removes ama from head and neck -NASYA= instill 2 drops of ANU TAILA in each nostril every morning- clears srotas, enhances hair nourishment -SHIROABHYANGA(Hair oiling)- calms vata, strengthens follicles -LIGHT YOGA- enhances circulation to scalp HAIR WASH -use herbal decoctions- shikakai, Geetha, amla, powder boiled and filtered -avoid chemical shampoo, hot water -wash 2-3 times/week max YOGA ASANA -Adho much svanasana(downward dog)= increases scalp blood flow -Sarvangasana= stimulates thyroid, nourishes head region -Shirshasana= direct blood flow to scalp -Ustrasana, Matsyasana= opens up chest and throat, affects hormonal balance PRANAYAM -Bhramari= calms mind, improves oxygen to hair roots -Anulom vilom= balances vata- pitta -Sheetali/sheetkari= pitta shamak MEDITATION -daily 15 mins of Trataka(candle gazing)+ Dhyana can help hormonal and mental factors SPECIAL HIAR DECOCTION BOIL- 1 tsp bhringaraj, 1 tsp brahmi, 1/2 tsp yashtimadhu, 3 cups water-> reduce to 1 cup->drink daily AM or PM -Hair regrowth is gradual but certain with Rasayana+ Shamana+ stress correction -Allow 2-3 months minimum for visible results -Follow Ritucharya- vata-pacifying in winter, pitta-calming in summer -treat the mind and lifestyle as deeply as the body FOR THYROID -take Kanchanar Guggulu= 2 tabs twice daily after meals -varunadi kashaya= 15ml with water twice daily before meals AVOID= cruciferous vegetables(cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli etc strictly ) DO FOLLOW HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL THANK YOU DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
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FOR WEIGHT LOSS FOLLOW THIS SCHEDULE STRICTLY EFFECTIVE EXERCISES FOR WEIGHT LOSS focus on combining cardio, strength, and core exercises. CARDIO(daily for 30-45 mins) -Brisk walking/jogging - cycling -jump rope - dancing or aerobics these help burn fat all over, including the belly. CORE- TARGETED WORKOUTS(3-5 TIMES/WEEK) -plank = 3 sets of 30-60 sec - Russian twists= 3 sets of 20 reps - Leg raises -Mountainclimbers -Suryanamskar= 8 rounds daily YOGA ASANAS -bhujangasana -pawanmuktasana -naukasana -dhanurasana This diet is kapha reducing, which means it helps reduce excess body fat, improves metabolism, and minimise water retention and heaviness- especially around belly. 1) GRAINS(choose light, low glycemic) -old rice, barley, millets- bajra, ragi, jowar, quinoa, whole wheat AVOID= white rice, maida, processed breads or bakery items, heavy or sticky grains like oats 2) PULSES AND LEGUMES -moong dal= easy to digest , light -massor dal -hoarse gram= very good for reducing fat(kulthi) -chickpeas- chana roasted or boiled AVOID= rajma, chole, urad dal- they are heavy and produce gas if digestion is weak, overcooked or creamy dals 3) VEGETABLES -leafy grreen= spinach, methi, coriander, curry leaves -lauki, tinda, karela, pumpkin -cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, carrot, beans -drumsticks, snake gourd - radish-especially good for belly fat AVOID= potato, sweet potato , arbi, -tomatoes in excess -excess onion garlic at night COOKING- steam or light saute vegetables with mustard seeds, cumin, ginger, and turmeric in minimal oil 4) FRUITS -apples, pear -papaya= excellent for digestion -pomegranate -guava, watermelon= take in morning only -seasonal berries -amla- raw or juice AVOID= banana, mangoes, grapes, chikos, any fruits after sunset, fruit juices= high sugar 5) DAIRY PRODUCTS -buttermilk=diluted curd, churned, spiced with roasted cumin,ajwain - low fat curd- only in daytime - cow's milk-if needed boiled with turmeric or ginger AVOID= cold milk, panner, cheese, khoya, full cream milk, curd at night 6) FATS AND OILS -cows ghee- small quantity, helps in fat metabolism -cold pressed mustard oiler sesame oil AVOID -refined oils, deep fired food 7) SPICES AND HERBS these helps stimulate digestion, improves metabolism and reduce bloating -ginger, cumin, ajwain, black pepper, turmeric, cinnamon, fenugreek, asafoetida use these in cooking or as herbal teas- cumin-fennel-coriander decoction after meals 8) BEVERAGES -warm water throughout the day - herbal teas -jeera water AVOID= cold water, aerated drinks, packaged fruit juices, sweet lassi or milkshakes 9) SNACKS-light dry and non sugary - roasted makahna, roasted chana, dry fruits in moderation -chia seed water -sprouts= moong, chana with lemon, no salt AVOID -buiscuits, chips, namkeen, bakery items, sugar bars or energy drinks HOW TO EAT -eat only when hungry- no emotional or boredom eating - eat in calm, mindful environment - avoid overeating, even healthy foods - use warm, cooked meals, over raw/cold food -obseve mitahara- balanced, moderate, quantity of food - intermittent fasting- 14-16 hours overnight is safe and recommended MEDICATIONS ADVISED FOR WEIGHT LOSS AND BELLY FAT PHASE 1- DETOX AND METABOLISM duration= for week 1-4 1) TRIPHALA CHURNA- 1/2 tsp with warm water at bedtime =improves gut health, reduces fat absorption, prevents constipation 2) TRIKATU CHURNA- 1/2 tsp with honey 15 minutes before meals twice daily = burns toxins, stimulates fat metabolism 3) WARM LEMON-HONEY WATER -juice of 1/2 lemon+ 1 tsp honey in 1 glass warm water =first thing in the morning on an empty stomach PHASE 2= FAT BURNING AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT duration= week 5-12 4) MEDOHARA GUGGULU- 2 tabs twice daily after meals with warm water =reduces kapha and meda dhatu- fat tissues, helps in belly fat loss 5) PUNARNAVA MANDUR-FOR WATER RETENTION AND LIVER METABOLISM = 2 Tabs after lunch and dinner =imporves metabolism , supports kidney, liver detoc and reduces bloating 6) VRIKSHAMLA CAPSULES- 1 cap 30 minutes before meals twice daily =reduces appetite, inhibits fat storage MONITOR WEIGHT EVERY 2 WEEKS TRACK DIGESTION AND ENERGY LEVELS STAY HYDRATED DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL THANK YOU DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
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Thyroid issues often result in imbalances that may affect the skin and hair. In Siddha-Ayurvedic practice, managing thyroid dysfunction focuses on balancing the kapha and vata doshas. To address hair thinning and acne, begin with enhancing agni (digestive fire) through diet and lifestyle modifications. First, incorporate cooked meals with warming spices like cumin, coriander, fennel, and turmeric to stimulate metabolism. Avoid cold, raw foods and excessive dairy which may aggravate kapha. Ensure your diet is rich in whole grains, leafy greens, and legumes for vital nutrient support. For protein, focus on lentils and beans as you mentioned you're vegetarian. For improving skin health and reducing acne, topical application of neem paste or turmeric can be beneficial. Prepare a paste using neem powder and water; apply to affected areas, leaving it for 15 minutes before rinsing. Hydration is key, so ensure you’re drinking warm water throughout the day. Hair health may improve by regular scalp massages with bhringraj oil, which strengthens hair roots and reduces thinning. Use it twice a week, leaving it overnight if possible. Additionally, including amla (Indian gooseberry) in your diet or as a supplement can help nourish hair. Weight loss can be achieved by maintaining regularity in meals and daily physical activity, such as brisk walking or yoga, which helps balance the doshas. Ensure a regular sleep schedule, as inadequate rest can disrupt your body's natural balance further. Since thyroid issues can be serious, it’s crucial to follow prescribed medical treatments along with these guidelines. While ayurvedic practices support your overall well-being, they should complement conventional treatments rather than replace them. Consult your healthcare provider regularly to monitor your thyroid levels and adjust medications as needed.
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