As lipase is normal it’s just due to antibiotic use irregular meals or emotional stress and alcohol consumption in Ayurveda, it is due to weak digestive fire Start on Ashwagandhadi lehyam-1 teaspoon with warm milk at night Chitrakadi vati-1 tablet to be chewed two times daily Triphala hurna -1 teaspoon with warm water at night Hingwastaka churna-1/2 tsp with warm water twice daily after meals Drakshadi aristha-10 ML with equal quantity of water twice daily after food
Sample regimen (for 29-year-old male, mild digestive stress):
Morning: Warm water + ½ tsp Triphala churna (optional if bowels irregular)
After breakfast: ½ tsp Ashwagandha churna with milk + 1 tsp ghee
Mid-day / lunch: Include easily digestible, high-calorie foods – khichdi with ghee, lentils, seasonal vegetables
Evening: ½ tsp Shatavari with warm milk (strengthens tissues, supports appetite)
Night: ½ tsp Bala powder or milk + ghee
Trikatu / Chitrakadi vati: Take before main meals if appetite is very low (1 tablet)
🔹 Step 3: Diet Guidelines (Ayurvedic + Evidence-Based)
Eat small, frequent meals 4–5 times/day
Include healthy fats: ghee, sesame oil, coconut oil, avocado
Include protein-rich foods: dal, mung beans, tofu, paneer, eggs (if non-vegetarian)
Cook vegetables well, avoid raw salads initially if digestion is weak
Avoid excessive processed foods, sugar, and deep-fried items
Hydrate, but avoid drinking too much water just before meals
1.Chitrakadi vati 1 tab twice daily before meals with warm water 2.Drakshavaleha 1 tsp twice daily with warm milk after meals 3.Ashwagandha capsules 1 cap twice daily with warm milk after meals 4.Pippali churna 250 mg once daily with honey
Diet & Lifestyle Tips - Eat warm, oily, nourishing foods: khichdi, ghee, dates, soaked almonds, milk, rice, sweet potatoes. - Avoid cold, dry, processed foods: they aggravate Vata and weaken digestion. - Daily Abhyanga (oil massage): with sesame or Bala oil to improve circulation and tissue tone. - Gentle movement: restorative yoga or walking to stimulate metabolism. - Sleep hygiene: early bedtime, warm bath before sleep, Brahmi or Shankhpushpi for calming.
Mind-Body Support - Yoga Nidra or guided meditation to reduce stress and support parasympathetic healing.
Warm Regards Dr.Anjali Sehrawat
Start with Tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water Chyavanprash 2tsp once daily before breakfast with milk Ashwagandha churan 0-0-1tsp at bedtime with warm milk.
To address anorexia and support weight gain through Ayurveda, the key is to balance the vata dosha and strengthen agni, your digestive fire. Excess vata may lead to loss of appetite and weight reduction, so activities and foods that stabilize vata should be prioritized.
For improving digestive health, consider incorporating ginger tea before meals. Use fresh ginger slices, simmer them in water for a few minutes and drink warm. This stimulates appetite and aids digestion. Another option is to use trikatu powder, a blend of ginger, black pepper and pipli, half a teaspoon before meals, mixed with a bit of honey.
Focus on nourishing and easy-to-digest foods. Freshly cooked, warm meals are better than leftovers. Whole grains like quinoa or rice with ghee provide energy and are easy on the stomach. Warm soups like mung dal can help, as it is both nourishing and light. Basmati rice with a little ghee and some soothing spices like cumin and asafoetida can also be comforting for your digestion.
Daily self-massage with warm sesame oil can help pacify vata dosha and improve circulation, promoting a sense of calmness and wellbeing. Apply and massage the oil into the skin in the morning, wait around 30 minutes before taking a warm shower.
Consistency with meal timings is crucial. Try to eat at the same times every day to help regulate your body’s internal clock, which can promote hunger.
Finally, include regular yoga practice and pranayama breathing exercises. Gentle postures and deep breathing can boost your appetite and mood. Surya Namaskar and deep, rhythmic belly breathing might be particularly effective.
Avoid cold foods and beverages and excess raw foods which might aggravate vata. Consider consulting with a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for personalized recommendations and to monitor your progress.
Emergencies and persisting conditions deserve immediate medical attention, so ensure any severe symptoms are addressed promptly.
HELLO SHIVANSHU,
You have been diagnosed with anorexia (loss of appetite) and mildly high amylase (155 U/L) .
FROM A MODERN MEDICAL VIEW -Amylase is an enzyme made mostly by your salivary glands and pancreas to digest starch. -Mild elevation (like 155) without raised lipase and no abdominal pain usually means mild digestive inflammation, stress related enzyme fluctuation or post antibiotic effect- not serious pancreatic disease -You’ve had antibiotics and syrups, which may have disturbed your gut microbiome (good bacteria), leading to bloating, early fullness, and poor appetite
FROM AN AYURVEDIC VIEW Your condition matches Agnimandya (weak digestive fire) and Aruchi (loss of appetite)
In Ayurveda, digestion= everything. If your Agni (digestive fire ) is weak -food doesn’t digest completely-> produce Ama (undigested toxins) -ama blocks channels-> causes heaviness, fullness, loss of taste, fatigue, and poor tissue nourishment -gradually, the body’s building blocks (dhatus) are undernourished-> weight loss and weakness
TREATMENT GOALS 1)DEEPANA AND PACHANA= rekibdle digestive fire and remove toxins 2) AGNIVARDHANA= improve enzyme secretion naturally 3) BRIMHANA AND RASAYANA= nourish tissues and gain healthy weight 4) MANASIKA SHANTI= reduce stress, which strongly affects appetite 5) LIFESTYLE CORRECTION= fix habits that suppress agni (late meals, cold food, stress) etc
INTERNAL TREATMENT
PHASE 1= DEEPANA PACHANA (digestive reset and detox) duration= 2-3 weeks
1) TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/4 tsp with honey before meals =improves appetite by stimulating gastric and pancreatic enzymes. scientifically proven to enhance metabolism
2) AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 1 tab after meals twice daily =liver stimulant, improve fat metabolism and amylase regulation,
3) LAVANBHASKAR CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water after meals =reduces gas, heaviness, bloating, and helps proper digestion, improves peristalsis
If you have acidity-> replace Trikatu with Avipatikar churna (1/2 tsp with warm water before meals)
EXPECTED RESULTS IN PHASE 1 -increased hunger signals -reduced bloating and fullness -normalization of bowel habits
PHASE 2= BRIMHANA- RASAYANA (nourishment and strength building) Duration= 6-8 weeks (after digestion improves)
1) ASHWAGANDHA LEHYA= 1 tsp with warm milk twice daily =rejuvinative that builds muscle mass and improves appetite, clinically proven to help gain weight and reduce stress
2) SHATAVARI KALPA= 1 tsp with milk once daily in morning =cooling and nutritive enhances absorption and promotes tissue nourishment
3) CHYAWANPRASHA = 1 tsp daily empty stomach =boosts immunity, metabolism, and vitality , helps in balanced weight gain
4) DRAKSHARISHTA= 15ml with equal water after meals =digestive tonic, liver support, enhances appetite and nutrient absorption
EXPECTED RESULTS IN THIS PHASE -steady weight gain (1 kg/month or more) -improved energy, better mood, better digestion -stable appetite and regular hunger cycle
LIFESTYLE CHANGES -wake up early before sunrise, avoid sleeping right after meals -brush tongue daily to remove ama deposits -drink warm water in the morning- helps mild detox and stimulate agni -avoid cold drinks, raw salads, heavy cheese, bakery food -eat in a calm environment , not with distractions or stress -do not suppress hunger or natural urges (belching, yawing etc )
STRESS AND MIND MANAGEMENT -mental stress directly blocks digestive fire -practice gratitude, mindfullness, and relaxation breathing before meals -gentle nature walks improve digestion
DIET GRAINS= old rice, wheat, moong dal, khichdi Avoid= maida, deep fried food
FRUITS= ripe bananas, mangoes, dates, papaya, sweet apples Avoid= citrus in empty stomach
DAIRY= milk with ghee, buttermilk (post meals) Avoid= cold milk , ice cream
FATS= cow ghe, sesame oil Avoid = refined oils, margarine
SPICES= cumin, fennel, ajwain, turmeric, ginger Avoid= excess chilli, vinegar
DRINKS= warm water, cumin-fennel-coriander tea Avoid= cold or aerated drinks
HOME REMEDIES -Ginger- lemon- salt mix before meals to stimulate agni -Pomegranate juice for appetite and mild detox -1 tsp ghee with warm milk at night- promotes sleep and tissue nouishment -Soaked raisins + almonds daily morning -ajwain +black salt water post meals for bloating
YOGA ASANAS -vajrasana= sit after meals for 5-10 min -pawanmuktasana -apanasana -trikonasana, bhujangasana -setu band hasana
PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= balances nervous system, calms digeston -Bhastrika= increases oxygen and appetite -Bhramari= reduces anxiety and improves gut-brain signaling
INVESTIGATIONS -serum Amylase and lipase= after 1 month repeat -Liver function test= after 2 months -CBC -Thyroid profile
EXPECTED PROGRESS 2 weeks= appetite returns, less bloating 1 month= improved digestion, reduced heaviness 2-3 month= weight gain 1-2 kg, better strength and mood 3 + month= stable appetite, healthy metabolism
Your condition is reversible and manageable through consistent lifestyle and Ayurvedic care
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
Take Liv 52 DS 1-0-1 Hingwastaka churna 1/2-0-1/2 tsp with warm water Triphala churna-0-0-1 tsp with warm water at night
To address your elevated amylase levels and anorexia with an Ayurvedic approach, first consider the balance of your doshas, specifically focusing on strengthening your agni, or digestive fire. Elevated amylase may indicate an imbalance in pitta dosha, so aim to calm and regulate it while supporting healthy digestion and appetite.
1. Dietary Adjustments: Emphasize easily digestible foods that won’t tax your digestive system. Opt for warm, cooked meals with ghee (clarified butter), which helps in improving digestion and absorption. Incorporate spices like cumin, coriander, and fennel which will soothe pitta and enhance digestion. Avoid spicy, sour, or overly oily foods.
2. Herbal Support: Consider taking Triphala, a traditional formulation known to balance all three doshas and enhance digestion. You can mix 1/2 teaspoon of Triphala powder in warm water and consume it daily before bed.
3. Gut-strengthening Tonics: For enhancing appetite, Ashwagandha and Shatavari powders mixed with warm milk are nourishing and help in weight regulation. Take 1 teaspoon of each in the morning and evening.
4. Daily Routine: Regularity in daily activities balances the doshas. Aim for consistent meal times and adequate rest. A daily self-massage with sesame oil can be grounding and calming.
5. Mindful Practices: Practice pranayama (breathing exercises) like Anulom Vilom and Nadi Shodhana to balance the energy channels (nadis) and reduce stress, which can impact appetite.
Be aware that while these recommendations can support your health, it’s essential to stay in contact with healthcare providers to monitor your condition, especially given your recent tests and antibiotics. If any symptoms persist or worsen, it may also be wise to consult with a healthcare professional promptly.
