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I had excess gas and belching issue and did endoscopy 5 years before and had parasites in intestine still now my digestion is bad and have constipation issue and gas is formed in my body that it pains and continuous belching and i feel there is no absorption of nutrients as everything comes out while pooping

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Avoid spicy, oily and processed food. Regular exercise. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Regular use of buttermilk. Sy.Gason 15ml twice after meal Tab.Yashtimadhu 2-0-2 Tab.Guduchi 2-0-2

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Don’t worry, Start taking,

1.Syrup livomyn 2 tsf b.d. with lukewarm water. 2.Shankh vati 1-1-1 3.Aarogyavardhini vati 1-1-1

**for constipation,you can take PANCHSAKAR CHOORNA 1TSF AFTER HAVING MEAL TWICE IN A WITH LUKEWARM WATER. follow up after 15 days.

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hello chikoo,

Thank you for sharing this in detail. I can completely understand how frustrating and draining this must feel, especially when symptoms like gas, bloating, and belching affect your daily comfort, energy, and confidence. What you’re experiencing is very much rooted in what we call in Ayurveda “Mandagni” (weak digestive fire) and “Ama” (undigested toxic waste), most likely due to the long-standing parasitic infection, incomplete cleansing, and unhealed gut lining. When digestion is weak for a long time, the gut becomes inflamed and unable to absorb nutrients properly, leading to symptoms like: Frequent belching and abdominal gas Constipation and feeling of incomplete evacuation Bloating and abdominal discomfort Nutrient depletion signs like fatigue, weakness, poor immunity This suggests that your gut ecosystem (Agni + gut flora) is disturbed and needs a structured reset.

Your digestion is like a fire that has been smothered by smoke (Ama and parasites). Even if you eat good food, it doesn’t get processed properly. The undigested part ferments, causing gas, bloating, and belching. Over time, this weakens absorption and the gut lining, leading to nutrient loss and imbalance in Vata and Pachaka Pitta.

Treatment Plan:

1. Ama Pachana – To detox and improve digestive fire (5 days) Start here, even if you’re eating light. Hingwashtaka Churna – ½ tsp with warm water after meals, twice daily Vidangarishta – 15 ml with equal warm water, twice daily after meals (anti-parasitic and improves digestion) Warm water sip every 1–2 hours during the day Take light meals: warm rice gruel (yavagu), moong dal soup, boiled vegetables with ajwain, jeera.

2. Internal Medicines (after 5 days) Triphala Churna – 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water (helps gentle detox and relieves constipation) Kutajghan Vati – 2 tablets twice daily after food (strengthens intestine, reduces fermentation) Agnitundi Vati – 1 tab before meals, twice daily (stimulates digestion, reduces Vata) Shankha Vati – 1 tab after meals, twice daily (for gas and acidity)

3. Diet & Lifestyle Tips Avoid curd, cold water, fried food, and leftovers Eat only when hungry, and avoid overeating Don’t lie down immediately after meals Chew food properly, eat calmly Avoid long gaps between meals Use hing, ajwain, jeera, ginger in cooking

Investigations (if not done in past 6 months): Stool Routine and Ova/Cyst test (for re-infection) Vitamin B12, D3 CBC (to check for hidden inflammation or anemia) CRP (if chronic gut inflammation suspected)

You’re not alone in this. With consistent Ayurvedic care, your gut can be healed step-by-step, your digestion can be re-ignited, and your body can start absorbing and retaining nourishment again. You’ll start to feel more energetic, clearer, and balanced.

Warm regards, Dr. Karthika

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Take tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water Chyavanprash 2tsp in the morning before breakfast with milk Shatavari granules 2tsp in the morning before breakfast with milk Triphala tablet 0-0-2 at bedtime with water

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CHYWANPRASH- 1 tsp daily Take ghee daily in diet cow ghee is preferable Eat all kinds of nuts daily Avipattikara churna- 1/2 tsp with water bed meals

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Thank you for explaining your condition in detail. Your history of intestinal parasites, persistent gas, belching, constipation, and feeling of poor nutrient absorption indicates chronic ama accumulation, grahani dosha (weak gut function), and malabsorption. The treatment will aim to clear parasites, strengthen digestion, and improve absorption.

Recommended Investigations

1. Stool routine & culture – to check for parasites or infection

2. CBC & ESR – to rule out infection and check for anemia

3. Vitamin B12, D3, and Iron profile – to assess deficiencies

4. Abdominal ultrasound – to check any structural issues in GI tract

Internal Medicine

1.Vidanga churna – 3 g with warm water morning and night for 7 days (anti-parasitic)

2.Hingvashtaka churna – 1 g with first bite of food twice daily (reduces gas)

3.Avipattikara churna – 3 g with warm water at bedtime (relieves constipation)

4.Kutajghan vati – 2 tablets twice daily after meals (improves gut tone)

5.Pippalyasava – 20 ml with equal water twice daily after meals (boosts agni & absorption)

Diet & Lifestyle Tips

Avoid

Cold, stale, fermented, and heavy foods

Excess dairy and refined flour products

Include

Warm jeera–ajwain water through the day

Freshly cooked light meals with ginger, cumin, and turmeric

Papaya, pomegranate, bottle gourd, ridge gourd

10–15 soaked black raisins daily

Lifestyle

Eat at regular timings, avoid overeating

Walk 15–20 min after meals

Practice Pawanmuktasana and Vajrasana for digestion

May your digestion strengthen, gas reduce, and nutrient absorption improve naturally. Please don’t hesitate to reach out for follow-up or further guidance.

With kind regards, Dr. Sumi

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HELLO CHIKOO,

You’re experiencing digestive distress- which includes -excessive gas and vloating -frequent belching -constipation -feeling like nutrients are not absorbed properly -inability to gain weight -past intestinal parasite infection (still possibly present)

In Ayurveda, these symptoms indicate -weak digestive fire (mandagni)= your body isn’t digesting food completely. so, undigested food ferments inside your gut, creating gas, toxins (ama) and nutrient malabsorption. -Vata imbalance= vata is the dosha that governs movement (including bowel movement, gas). when out of balance, it causes dryness, constipation, and weight loss. -Pitta disturbance = pitta is the fire element. Excess belching, burning, and irritation reflect aggravated pitta. -Parrasites (krimi)= these can survive in weak digestion and steal nutrients, further weakening your system.

GOALS OF TREATMENT -destroy parasites -remove toxins -restore digestive fire -correct bowel movement -enhance nutrient absorption -promote healthy weight gain -strengthen gut lining

INTERNAL TREATMENT

1) PARASITE MANAGEMENT (DURATION 15 DAYS)

-VIDANGA CHURNA= 2 gm with warm water on empty stomach =anti parasitic , kills intestinal worms

-KRIMIMIDGAR RAS= 1 tab twice daily after meals =broad spectrum parasite eliminator

-TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water =cleanse colon, remove dead parasites

2) DIGESTIVE FIRE STIMULATION (AFTER 15 DAYS START THIS FOR 2 MONTHS)

-HINGWASTAKA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water or ghee before meals =relieves gas, bloating, enhances digestion

-CHITRAKADI VATI= 1 tab before meals =rekindles digestive fire, digest toxins

-PIPPALYASAVA= 15ml with equal water after meals =tonic for digestion and nutrient assimilation

3) CONSTIPATION MANAGEMENT (AS REQUIRED)

-CASTOR OIL= 1 tsp with warm milk at night =powderful vata pacifier and gut cleanser (use once in a week)

-COW’S GHEE= 2 tsp with warm water / milk =lubricates intestines, pacifies vata

4)NOURISHMENT AND WEIGHT GAIN(start after digestion improves= for 2-3 months)

-ASHWAGANDHA + SHATAVARI CHURNA= 1 tsp each with warm milk twice daily in morning and night =imcreases strength, muscle, immunity

-DRAKSHARISHTA= 15ml after meals with warm water =appetite booster, weight builder

-CHYAWANPRASHA= 1 tsp in morning empty stomach =immunity booster

EXTERNAL THERAPIES

1) OIL MASSAGE= warm sesame oil massage before bath, 3-4 times a week =reduces vata, strengthens tissues

2) NABHI LEPA= apply hing paste (asafoetida + warm water) around navel =relieves bloating, gas

3)STEAM= mild sweating after oil massage =improves circulation, removes toxins

LIFESTYLE CHANGES -Eat on time= regular meals are crucial to balance digestion -Do not suppress natural urges= like urge to pass gas or stool -Avoid late nights= vata increases at night -Avoid overuse of mobile/Tv during meals -Chew food thoroughly= digestion starts in the mouth

EAT MORE OF -warm, softly, oily foods= like moong dal khichdi, rice, soups -cow’s ghee= 2 tsp daily strengthen digestion, nourishes tissues -boiled or lightly steamed vegetables -sweet ripe fruits= banana, chikoo, mango, papaya -spices= ajwain, jeera, saunf, hing- all help reduce gas -buttermilk-after meals with roasted jeera

AVOID -raw vegetables/salads hard to digest -cold water, refrigerated food -fermented / spicy/ oily food -pulses like chana, rajma (gas-forming) - tea, coffee in excess -white sugar, refined flour

YOGA ASANA(daily, empty stomach) -Pawanmuktasana= releases gas -Trikonasana= aids digestion -Bhujangasana= strengthens abdomen -Vajrasana(after meals)= improves digestion

PRANAYAM -Anulom Vilom= balances vata pitta -Sheetali= cools pitta -Kapalbhati= improves metabolism

HOME REMEDIES 1)Ajwain+kala namak powder= 1/2 tsp after meals for gas 2)1 tsp ghee + pinch of black pepper in warm milk at night for constipation 3)Roasted fennel (saunf) seeds= chew after meals 4) Fenugreek (methi) seeds soaked overnight= eat on empty stomach (mild antiparasitic)

INVESTIGATION RECOMMENDED To rule out underlying causes and monitor progress -Stool test(ova and parasites, 3 samples)= confirm if parasites still exist -CBC= check for anemia or infection -Serum albumin and total protein= assess nutrient absorption -Vitamin B12 and D levels= commonly deficient in poor absorption -USG abdomen= rule out liver/spleen/gut pathology

Your symptoms point to chronic poor digestion and possibly parasites affecting your ability to absorb nutrients and gain weight. Ayurveda doesn’t just treat symptoms- it treats the root cause by -resetting your digestion -removing parasites and toxins -supporting bowel function -nourishing your body with wholesome diet, medications and routine

Stick to the protocol for 3-6 months with consistency

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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1) Agnimukha churna-2gm Hingvadi churna-2gm Before food 2 times with Hot water

2) Chitrakadi vati-500mg Before food 3 times Hot water

Diet and Lifestyle:

Pathya:

Planning of diet is most essential in dyspepsia because the root cause is faulty intake of diet.

Old rice, munga dal, rice gruel, buttermilk, lemon juice, cow’s ghee, fresh ginger, fresh garlic, black salt, cumin seeds.

Light food in moderate quantity.

Take fresh food in warm condition.

Drink warm water or medicated water after the meal, helps in digestion.

Give at least 3 hours of gap between two meals.

Chew food carefully and completely.

Allow enough time for meals.

A calm environment and rest may help relieve stress-related indigestion.

Regular exercise. Apathya

Avoid heavy, cold, too much oily food.

Avoid drinking of water just before meal.

Avoid day sleeping after meal.

Avoid heavy meals at night time.

Don’t take anything in between meals except liquids.

Suppression of the natural urges.

Excessive or scanty and also taken too early or too late.

Avoid anxiety, worry, anger, etc.

Avoid excitement or exercise right after a meal.

Avoid arguments during meals.

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DNT PANIK CHIKOO JI… PLEASE FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS.YOU CAN EAISLY CURED…

DIVYA SARWAKALP KWATH=100GM DIVYA MULETHI KWATH=100GM…MIX ALL AND TAKE 1 TAP BOIL 200ML OF WATER TILL REDUCES 100ML SYRAIN AND TAKE EMPTY STOMACH TWICE DAILY…

DIVYA LIVOGRIT VITAL=2-2 TAB BEFORE MEAL TWICE DAILY

DIVYA UDRAMIRIT VATI DIVYA CHITAKADI VATI=2-2 TAB AFTER MEAL TWICE DAILY

AVOID JUNK/SPICY/ PROCESSED FOOD

Do REGULAR YOGA AND PRANAYAM=KAPALBHATI/VAZRASANA/ANULOMAVILOM…10 MIN EACH…

CONSULT WITH IN 1 MONTH

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Rx alserx 1-0-1 Avipattikar powder 1/2 tsf with leukworm water at night

avoid spicy and oily food practice Bhramari pranayama regularly you will difinitely get some benifit

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Hi chikoo this is Dr Vinayak as considering your problem…no need to worry. *Just follow proper diet and sleep pattern * Completely avoid non veg and out side food * Always eat warm and freshly prepared food… *Drink some warm water before sleep

Rx- Avipattikar churna 1tsp twice before food T- Anuloma ds 0-0-1 only in night Abhayaarista 1tsp twice after food Follow this you definitely get relief Thank you

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To address your digestive concerns and gain weight safely, we should focus on balancing your digestive fire, or agni, and eliminating any possible ama (toxins) from your digestive tract. First, consider your meal timings and dietary habits. Eat meals at the same time every day, and avoid overeating. Try smaller, more frequent meals to ease digestion. A few dietary tips could be helpful like incorporating warm, cooked foods that are easy to digest—such as khichadi or lightly spiced soups.

Including spices like cumin, coriander, and fennel while cooking could aid digestion and reduce gas formation. Ginger tea is beneficial too; it can enhance digestion and relieve bloating. You might want to take a cup of ginger tea in the morning or after meals. According to Ayurvedic principles, maintaining a gap of at least 2-3 hours between dinner and bedtime is also wise, as it allows the body enough time to process food.

Triphala churna, taken before bed, may help with constipation and improve nutrient absorption. You might mix a teaspoon of Triphala powder with warm water and consume it nightly. In addition, focusing on stress reduction through yoga and pranayama can benefit your overall digestion. Practicing deep breathing or meditation regularly can also help manage digestive issues linked to stress.

For absorption issues, including healthy fats like ghee in your diet; ghee is believed to nourish dhatus (tissues) and support weight gain. Avoid heavy-to-digest and fried foods which could worsen your symptoms. Instead, lean on lighter, easily assimilable foods.

Lastly, despite following these recommendations, if your symptoms persist or intensify, it is essential to consult with a healthcare professional to rule out underlying conditions that may require different interventions.

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The persistence of digestive issues, especially with your history of intestinal parasites, suggests an imbalance that could be affecting your agni, or digestive fire. This, in turn, is likely impacting the balance of your doshas and the efficient absorption and utilization of nutrients by the sapta dhatus. First, addressing the root cause: a lingering ama (toxins due to undigested food) could be a culprit, impacting both your metabolism and overall digestion. Here are some tailored Siddha-Ayurvedic approaches:

1. Trikatu Churna: Take half a teaspoon mixed with warm water before meals. This combination of black pepper, ginger, and long pepper helps stimulate agni and improve digestion.

2. Triphala: Consuming half a teaspoon with warm water at bedtime can regulate bowel movements, alleviating constipation and supporting detoxification processes.

3. Include ginger and ajwain in your daily diet. Chew fresh ginger slices with a pinch of rock salt before meals. Ajwain water, prepared by boiling one teaspoon of ajwain seeds in water, helps reduce gas.

4. Avoid foods that worsen gas, such as beans, cabbage, and carbonated drinks. Instead, favor healthy fats, such as ghee, that nourish tissues and aid in absorption.

5. Ayurvedic Purgation (Virechana): Consider a guided purgation therapy under an Ayurvedic practitioner’s supervision. It can be beneficial in clearing ama and resetting metabolic functions.

6. Daily yoga or pranayama can also help alleviate stress, which sometimes compounds digestive issues. Asanas like Pavanamuktasana (Wind Relieving Pose) promote better digestion.

7. Stay hydrated but avoid excessive cold water intake, as it dampens agni.

Persistent or severe symptoms, like pain or excessive nutrient loss, warrant immediate consultation with both a healthcare provider and a skilled Ayurvedic practitioner. This ensures no serious issues are overlooked and allows for a holistic approach toward recovery.

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Hello Chikoo, Thanks for explaining your problem clearly and in detail. Your problem might be due to these reasons - 1.Poor absorption of nutrients 2. Mandagni i.e. low digestive fire 3. Aam .ie. undigested food that accumulate as toxin 4. Chronic constipation due to vigyan apaan vayu, parasite,vigun pachak pitta 5. Vit B deficiency can also be a reason behind malabsorption. Treatment - 1. Chitrakadi vati 1-0-1 before food 2. Vidangasava - 3 tsp with equal amount of water twice a day after meal As your body is unable to absorb properly, therefore I’m prescribing minimal medication for now. Continue these medicines for 15 days and share your improvement then we can plan accordingly. Diet- 1. Eat easily digestible and light food like moong dal, bottle guard, coconut water 2. Avoid dryfruits, fruit juices for sometime 3. Drink ajwain water . 4. Stop eating maida ,fast food,bread Yoga- Halasan,mandooksana, kapalbhati Follow these and you will definitely get relief. Don’t hesitate to reach out for any further query Regards, Dr.Anupriya

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HELLO CHIKOO

1) CORRECT AGNI (digestive fire) -poor absorption means your agni is weak and ama (toxins) is blocking nutrient absorption

-TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water before meals twice daily

-AJWAIN + BLACK SALT= chew 1 tsp after meals for gas relief

2) REMOVE PRASATITE AND AMA

-VIDANGA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water early morning for 15 days

-NEEM CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily with warm water after meals =mild anti inflammatory and anti paratisic

3) IMPROVE GUT HEATH

-Buttermilk with cumin powder= daily after lunch

-Ghee= 2 tsp on hot rice or warm food to lubricate intestines and help absorption

-HARITAKI POWDER (mild laxative)= 1/2 tsp at bedtime with warm water to relieve constipation

4) GAIN WEIGHT THE RIGHT WAY

-ASHWAGANDHA POWDER= 1 tsp with warm milk at night, with pinch of cardamom

-Dates + almond paste= soak overnight , blend, drink in the morning for energy and nutrition

-Include mung dal khichdi, boiled vegetables, and light soups until digestion improves, then gradually and heavier foods

5) LIFESTYLE AND FOOD RULES -eat fresh, warm, easily digestible meals at regular times -avoid cold drinks, raw salads (for now), and excess beans until gas settles -do vajrasana after meals for 5 minutes -gentle yoga= pawanmuktasana, apanasana, for gas relief

If your constipation is severe or parasite symptoms persist, a short panchakarma virechana + basti under an expert doctor can reset digestion deeply

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

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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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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?
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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. 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.
5
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Dr. Khushboo
I am someone who kinda started out in both worlds—Ayurveda and allopathy—and that mix really shaped how I see health today. My clinical journey began with 6 months of hands-on allopathic exposure at District Hospital Sitapur. Honestly, that place was intense. Fast-paced, high patient flow, constant cases of chronic and acute illnesses coming through. That taught me a lot about how to see disease. Not just treat it, but like… notice the patterns, get better at real-time diagnosis, really listen to what the patient isn’t saying out loud sometimes. It gave me this sharper sense of clinical grounding which I think still stays with me. Then I moved more deeply into Ayurveda and spent another 6 months diving into clinical training focused on Panchakarma therapies. Stuff like Abhyanga, Basti, Shirodhara—learned those not just as a list of techniques, but how and when to use 'em, especially for detox and deep healing. Every case felt like a different puzzle. There wasn’t always one right answer, you know? And that’s where I found I loved adapting protocols based on what the person actually needed, not just what the textbook says. Alongside that, I got certified in Garbha Sanskar through structured training. That really pulled me closer to maternal health. Pregnancy support through Ayurveda isn’t just about herbs or massage, it’s like this entire way of guiding a mother-to-be toward nourishing the baby right from conception—emotionally, physically, all of it. That part stuck with me hard. My overall approach? It’s kinda fluid. I believe in balancing natural therapies and evidence-based thinking. Whether it's seasonal imbalance, hormonal issues, Panchakarma detox plans, or just guiding someone on long-term wellness—I like making people feel safe, heard, and actually understood. I’m not into rushing plans or masking symptoms. I’d rather work together with someone to build something sustainable that really suits their body and where they’re at. In a way, I’m still learning every day. But my focus stays the same—use Ayurvedic wisdom practically, compassionately, and in a way that just... makes sense in real life.
5
158 reviews
Dr. Vd.Ved Janakbhai Purohit
I am gaining my practical understanding of Ayurveda through real patient exposure, first during internship at Arogyam Ayurveda Clinic in Vadodara and now at Khemdas Ayurved Hospital. These months gave me chance to not just watch but also assist in treating a wide range of disorders — gout with severe swelling, hypertension cases where lifestyle played big role, diabetes management that needed constant monitoring, and digestive issues like acidity, constipation or IBS that kept returning for many patients. I also worked alongside seniors handling respiratory complaints such as asthma, chronic cough, breathlessness. Joint pain and lower back pain cases are extremely common, some acute, some lasting years, and I learned how Ayurveda approaches them with both medicines and therapies. Thyroid disorders were another big area, where we had to look beyond just lab values and actually study prakriti, agni, sleep cycles, emotional stress, diet patterns. This exposure helped me practice Ayurvedic diagnosis — naadi pariksha, detailed patient history, observation of tongue, skin, voice — not just as a ritual but as tools to understand the imbalance behind disease. Treatment principles became clearer too: choosing herbs, deciding when Panchakarma fits, or when simple pathya-apathya can do more than medicines. I also realized that holistic care is not only about giving medicine but also building trust. Some patients came with doubts, some impatient for results. My role was to listen, to explain, sometimes to repeat same advice until they felt ready to follow. These moments made me see Ayurveda not just as science but also as a conversation between doctor and patient. Two clinics, two different setups, both gave me solid ground to build confidence in real practice. Every case still feels like a lesson, and every improvement in patient health reminds me why I chose this path.
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Dr. Hemanshu Mehta
I am Dr. Hemanshu—right now a 2nd year MD scholar in Shalya Tantra, which basically means I’m training deep into the surgical side of Ayurveda. Not just cutting and stitching, btw, but the whole spectrum of para-surgical tools like Agnikarma, Viddhakarma, and Kshara Karma... these aren’t just traditional, they’re super precise when done right. I’m not saying I know everything yet (still learning every day honestly), but I do have solid exposure in handling chronic pain issues, muscle-joint disorders, and anorectal conditions like piles, fissures, fistulas—especially where modern treatments fall short or the patient’s tired of going through loops. During clinical rounds, I’ve seen how even simple Kshara application or well-timed Agnikarma can ease stuff like tennis elbow or planter fasciatis, fast. But more than the technique, I feel the key is figuring what matches the patient’s constitution n lifestyle... like one-size-never-fits-all here. I try to go beyond the complaint—looking into their ahar, sleep, stress levels, digestion, and just how they feel in general. That part gets missed often. I honestly believe healing isn’t just a “procedure done” kind of thing. I try not to rush—spend time on pre-procedure prep, post-care advice, what diet might help the tissue rebuild faster, whether they’re mentally up for it too. And no, I don’t ignore pathology reports either—modern diagnostic tools help me stay grounded while applying ancient methods. It’s not this vs that, it’s both, when needed. My aim, tbh, is to become the kind of Ayurvedic surgeon who doesn't just do the work but understands why that karma or technique is needed at that point in time. Every case teaches me something new, and that curiosity keeps me moving.
5
154 reviews
Dr. Shaily Rathore
I am Dr. Shaily Rathore and my whole thing with Ayurveda started from a really personal space where I felt modern life was like... too fast, too noisy, and kinda disconnecting us from ourselves. I mean, there's this crazy ancient wisdom just sitting there in texts like Charak Samhita n Sushrut Samhita—and honestly, every time I read through them, there's always something new I hadn’t noticed before. Those classics don't just talk about herbs n diseases, they talk about how your lifestyle, emotions, food, sleep, all of it connects. That idea of balance? Not just between doshas like Vata Pitta Kapha, but also in how we think, live, even how we breathe. I mainly work with people who wanna heal without jumping straight into heavy meds. Like ya, if your condition allows it, I’ll def choose dinacharya tweaks or basic food corrections before writing up a full medicine plan. I’ve seen in many cases, your body can bounce back when you just give it the right rhythm again. I pay close attntion to small patterns — like when ppl say they’re just tired “all the time” or can’t digest food even though reports look fine. These tiny clues matter. I also make Ayurvedic content online—in Hinglish, btw—'cause honestly I feel ppl listen more when you talk their language. Nothing too textbooky. It's more like “let’s chat about your gut issues over kadha,” y'know? There’s way too much info out there, but not all of it makes sense to the average person. I like keeping it real, simple, and actually do-able. Whether you’re lookin’ to figure out why your skin’s always reacting, or how to manage stress without burning out, or just curious how to live more sattvic—I’ll be there. I’m not the kind to rush into pills n powders. But I also won’t sit back if deeper intervention’s needed. Each person’s body tells a diff story, and honestly I just wanna help you read yours better.
5
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Dr. Prasad Pentakota
ChatGPT said: 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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