i an gaining weight day by day and have irregular periods - #30906
I am gaining weight day by day I get late periods of may be 2 mnth gap I am almost lost mentally and physically I am having depression overthinking anxiety disorder bing eating sugar craving and I gain each week 1 kg and currently I am 64 kg and height 162 cm
Doctors’ responses
Hello Megha, Your symptoms indicate hormonal imbalance hence,the diet , exercise and other lifestyle modifications are as important as the medicine itself. Treatment - 1. Chitrakadi vati -2-0-2 before meal for 3 days 2. Nastapushpantak ras 2-0-2 with lukewarm water after meal 3. Patrangasav and 4. Ashokaristha- 20 ml of both with 40 ml of water after meal 5.Rajah pravartini vati 2-0-2 after meal 6. Shatavari churna+shatpushpa churna - 3gm each with 1 cup of milk at bedtime Diet- Avoid icecream, colddrink,fast food, oily food especially during periods. Eat fruits,dry fruits,milk instead of snacking on packaged items. Yoga - Anulom vilom, bhastrika, kapalbhati,malasana. Lifestyle modification - . Pratice yoga daily . Sound sleep for atleast 7 hours . Walking for 20 min daily . Stress management -Through meditation, walking, journaling. Recommended tests- Hemoglobin level Vit D ,B12 Magnesium levels Thyroid profile USG lower abdomen You might be suffering from PCOD.Don’t worry , follow these and you will definitely get relief. Don’t hesitate to reach out for any further query. Would like to hear your improvement in the review. Take care Megha Regards, Dr. Anupriya
HELLO MEGHA,
You are -24 years old -Height= 162 cm, Weight= 64kg (BMI ~24.4= borderline overweight
MAIN PROBLEMS -weight gain about 1 kg per week -irregular periods gaps of 2 months -anxiety, overthinking, depression -binge eating, sugar cravings
LIKELY AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING -Kapha imbalance= weight gain, heaviness, sugar craving, elethargy -Vata imbalance= delayed or absent menstruation, anxiety, overthinking -Possible pitta involvement= emotional disturbances, irritability, irregular hunger -In modern terms, these symptoms suggest hormonal imbalance (commonly PCOS or thyroid disorder)
TREATMENT GOALS -correct hormonal imbalance-> regulate menstrual cycle -balance kapha-> reduce excess weight, sugar cravings, improve metabolism -balance vata-> calm anxiety, regulate periods -improve digestive fire-> correct binge eating. control cravings -support mental health-> reduce anxiety, depression, improve sleep -prevent future complications-> like infertility, diabetes, hypertension
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) ASHOKARISHTA= 20 ml with equal water after lunch and dinner for 3 months =regulates menstrual cycle, balances female hormones
2) RAJAHPRAVARTINI VATI= 1 tab twice daily after meals for 2-3 cycles of periods =stimulates menstruation, corrects delayed periods
3) MEDOHARA GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals for 3 months =burns excess fat, balances kapha, aids weight loss
4) TRIPHALA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime =detoxifies improves digestion, reduces fat
5) MANASMITRA VATAKAM= 1 tab at night for 3 months =reduces anxiety, improves mental clarity and sleep
6) SHATAVARI KALPA= 1 tsp in warm milk in morning for 3 months =balances female hormones, nourishes reproductive system
HOME REMEDIES -drink cinnamon + ginger tea daily = improves metabolism, reduces sugar craving -soak fenugreek seeds overnight, chew in morning = balances blood sugar, helps weight -take flax seeds 1 tsp roasted daily = balances female hormones -warm water throughout the day instead of cold drinks -small piece of jaggery with sesame seeds around expected period date-> helps induce menstruation
LIFESTYLE CHANGES
SLEEP= early to bed by 10:30 pm, wake up before sunrise
EXERCISE= 30-40 min daily (brisk walk, yoga)
AVOID= daytime sleep, overeating, junk food, emotional eating, cold food/drinks
MIND BALANCE= journaling, meditation, calming hobbies
DIET
FOODS TO INCLUDE
1) WHOLE GRAINS -millets= foxtail, barnyard, kodo, little millet- regulate insulin and reduce fat -quinoa, amaranth, red/brown rice -rolled oats(not instant)
2) VEGETABLES -focus on bitter, pungent, and astringent food -bitter gourd, drumstick, methi -cabbage, cauliflower, spinach, ash gourd -avoid raw salads, cook lightly and digestive spices
3) FRUITS(LOW GLYCEMIC) -amla=fresh or churna -pomegrante -apples, pears, papaya, berries
4) PROTEINS -Plant based= Moong dal, massor dal, horse gram, sprouted lentils -Animal based (if non veg)= boiled eggs, grilled fish(2 times/week)
5) HEALTHY FATS -cold pressed sesame oil -ghee=1 tsp/day -flax seed oil -seeds= flax, chia, pumpkin seeds- support estrogen balance
6) HERBS AND SPICES -turmeric, cinnamon, fenugreek, cumin, coriander, ajwian, -black pepper+ ginger
FOODS TO AVOID -cold and raw foods like smoothies, raws salads - sugar and white bread=causes weight gain and acne -fried or packaged foods= increases toxins -milk,panner,cheese= can make fibroid worse -stress and late night= disrupts hormones
YOGA AND PRANAYAM
YOGA (do only when bleeding is not heavy) -baddha konasana -supta baddha konuşana -viparita karani -setu bandhasana
avoid deep abdominal twists or inversions during heavy bleeding
PRANAYAM -Anulom Vilom (alternate nostril breathing)= 5-10 min twice daily -Sheetali/Sheetkari= for pitta cooling -Bhramari= to calm mind and reduce stress
MEGHA, your condition is very common in young women and can be reversed naturally with consistent effort. Ayurveda aims not just to give you periods but also to -balance hormones -improve metabolism and digestion -calm your mind -prevent long term disease
It will take 3-6 months of consistent lifestyle, diet, and medicines. Patience is key. Along with ayurvedic support, please do necessary investigations to confirm whether PCOS or thyroid is involved.
You are young, your body has strong healing capacity- with discipline in diet, yoga and ayurvedic medicines you can absolutely regain balance
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
1.Rajahpravartini vati 1 tab twice daily after meals 2.Ashokarishta 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals 3.Shatavari churna 1/2 tsp + Ashwagandha churna 1/2 tsp with warm milk twice daily
Yoga and asanas: Baddha konasana Supta baddha konasana Setu bandh asana Surya namaskar
Need thorough investigation CBC HBA1C THYROID PROFILE URINE
As you are facing with irregular periods weight gain anxiety which are suggesting of harmonal imbalances which are common at your age, so kindly once get CBC THYROID PROFILE AND YS SOUND WHOLE ABDOMEN TO RULE OUT THYROID AND PCOS
Treatment
1) Chandraprabha Vati before food with warm milk 2 times
2) .Pushyanuga Churna-2gm + Shatavari Churna-2gm + Shankha Bhasma-150mg + Laghumalini Vasant Rasa-500mg + Shatapushpa churna-2 gm after food with water 2 times aday
3.) Tab. Varunadi Kashaya-2tab before food 2 times
4.) Ashokarishta-3tsf after food 3 times
Diet and Lifestyle
Pathya: Exercise, low calorie diet. In obese patients – Vigorous exercise, asana, pranayama.
Apathya: High calorie, carbohydrates, fat rich diet, bakery items, fast food.
Kindly check thyroid profile and also rule out PCOS.
1. Sapthasaram kashayam 15 ml+45 ml lukewarm water twice daily before food. 2. Asokarishtam 10 ml just after food.
Took these medicines until next period and follow up
Warm regards Dr. Shaniba
Hello Megha, I truly understand your concern. At 24, facing rapid weight gain, irregular periods (2-month gaps), sugar cravings, anxiety, overthinking, and depression can feel overwhelming. But dont worry we are here to help you out😊
✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT
➡️ For Weight Gain & Sugar Cravings
1 Triphala churna (1 tsp with warm water at night) – detox & balance weight. 2 Medohar Guggulu 2-0-2 after food – helps regulate metabolism & reduce fat.
👉Drink methi (fenugreek) + cinnamon tea daily – reduces sugar cravings & balances hormones.
❌Avoid packaged snacks, refined flour, sugary foods – replace with fruits, soaked almonds, roasted chana, seeds.
➡️ FOR IRREGULAR PERIODS (PCOS tendency)
1 Ashokarishta 30ml-0-30ml after food – regulates menstrual cycle. 2 Shatavari powder (1 tsp with warm milk) at bed time nourishes reproductive system.
➡️Seed Cycling Method: Day 1–14 (Follicular phase): 1 tbsp flaxseed + pumpkin seeds daily. Day 15–28 (Luteal phase): 1 tbsp sesame + sunflower seeds daily. 👉 Helps balance estrogen & progesterone naturally.
➡️FOR. MIND – Anxiety, Overthinking, Depression
1 Brahmi Capsules 1-0-1 – calm nerves, reduce anxiety.
2 Apply Ksheerbala taila warm oil apply on head half hour before bath
Pranayama: Anulom-Vilom (alternate nostril breathing) – 10 min daily. Bhramari (humming bee breath) – reduces anxiety & obsessive thoughts. Sleep before 11 pm, avoid late-night phone usage.
✅Daily Lifestyle Routine
Wake up early (before 7 am). Do 20–30 min brisk walk or yoga (Surya Namaskar is excellent). Eat light & warm food – khichdi, soups, green vegetables, whole grains. Avoid daytime sleeping – worsens Kapha & weight gain. Keep a food & mood diary – helps you control binge eating triggers.
With consistency, you will notice gradual weight loss, more regular cycles, calmer mind, and better energy.
Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate
Start with Kanchanar guggul 2-0-2 after food with water Rajapravartini vati 1-0-1 after food with water Brahmi vati 1-0-1 after food with water Do brisk walking atleast 30 mins daily Do pranayam lom -vilom kapalbhatti bhastrika daily for 5-10mins twice.
Ur condition can be considered as Rasa pradoshaja vikara where the primary etiology is Overthinking So as a part of treatment first thing u should do is stop Overthinking Do some meditation and yoga so u will feel better I medicines u can start with Shatavari rasayanam 1 tsp twice a day after food Varunadi kwatham 20 ml twice a day after food Ashokarishtam 5 ml with 10 ml of water after food twice a day
Early signs of PCOS Change your diet plan eat salads and don’t eat oliy spicy and junk Phala ghrita cap. 1BD A F Do regular excercise
1. Medohara guggulu 2 tab twice daily after meals 2.Purnarnavasava 20 ml with 20 ml twice daily after meals 3.Triphala tablets 2 tab with warm water at bedtime
No need to worry,
Start taking these medications, 1.Ashokarishta 20ml with equal amount of Lukewarm water just after having meal twice in a day. 2.Rajahpravartni vati 1-1-1 3.kanchnaar guggulu 2-0-2 for chewing. 4.Navaka guggulu 2-0-2 for chewing. 5.Shatavari choorna 1tsf with lukewarm milk twice in a day.
*Daily Massage your scalp with BRAHMI OIL. *Daily take 1tsf of powder of large fennel seeds with lukewarm water twice in a day empty stomach.
Follow up after 30 days.
Take care😊
Kind Regards, Dr.Isha Ashok Bhardwaj
Hello dear This is Dr.Shreevalli These are probably symptoms of pcod Need one usg abdomen and pelvis scan to confirm diagnosis Need investigation like hb rbs Need proper evaluation of your Prakriti type As treatment is customized It can be treated with proper medication and life style changes
Weight gain coupled with irregular periods suggests an imbalance in your doshas, possibly influenced by stress factors and dietary habits. Irregular periods, in Ayurvedic terms, may be associated with vitiated Vata dosha which can be aggravated by irregular routines, stress, and improper diet. Weight gain and sugar cravings signal a potential Kapha imbalance, and perhaps an overtaxed digestive fire, or Agni.
Firstly, regarding diet, you may try to incorporate warm, light meals that are easy to digest. Opt for freshly cooked foods, including plenty of vegetables like broccoli, spinach, and zucchini. Lean towards a predominantly plant-based diet which includes whole grains like quinoa and barley. It’s essential to reduce intake of heavy, oily, or processed foods that may further imbalance Kapha or dull your Agni.
Regulating your daily routine can greatly affect your condition. Try waking up around sunrise and establish a regular sleeping pattern to ground Vata dosha. Integrating activities such as yoga or walking into your day can help you manage stress and improve both weight and menstrual regularity. A simple practice of slow, deep breathing exercises for 5-10 minutes daily can also alleviate anxiety.
Managing sugar cravings can be challenging, try to substitute refined sugars with natural sources like fruits or honey. Drink herbal teas like ginger or cinnamon tea which can help not only with cravings but also boost metabolism.
For herbal remedies, Ashwagandha may offer support for stress and anxiety; Triphala can assist in maintaining proper digestion and elimination. However, consult with a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner before incorporating any herbs into your routine as they need to be tuned to your individual dosha balance and prakriti.
If symptoms persist, particularly the irregular periods, it’s advisable to seek further evaluation from a healthcare provider to rule out conditions like polycystic ovarian syndrome or other hormonal imbalances. Immediate medical intervention might be necessary if any alarming symptoms arise, like severe abdominal pain or excessive bleeding. Always attend to your mental well-being - engage mindfulness practices, and consider speaking with a mental health professional to help guide you through anxiety and depression management.
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