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I 36 years old female,43 kgs weight Gut health : I have been suffering from weak digestion since childhood, everytime I eat outside during vacation I have continuous vomiting, until the doctor doesn't give me injection it doesn't stop, they put me on saline, I get loose stools/sticky motions, stomach infection easily, can't travel or eat happily during vacation. tired of being weak, taking heavy antibiotics everytime, tried many things but no relief Menstruation: I had PCOS, now I have menorrhagia past 3 years, and on birth control pills, which is affecting my mental health and also I am extremely tired physically. Only home food feels safe Mental health : I have been in depression, anxiety panic most of the time, my work goes up to 12 hours daily, suffer from brain fog, low energy anger, I sleep without disturbance but wake up at 4am suddenly, my body pains after waking up Hardly 2-3 days a month I might have better energy. If I eat or drink anything cold, I get cold easily Please help me resolve gut health, menstrual health, mental health, physical health
How long have you been experiencing your digestive issues?:
- Since childhoodHow would you describe the severity of your menstrual symptoms?:
- Severe, requires medicationWhat lifestyle changes have you tried to improve your mental health?:
- NoneDoctors' responses
Your symptoms clearly show that your system has been deeply exhausted and imbalance for many years. The root cause appears to be a combination of very weak, digestive fire, chronic toxin, buildup from antibiotics and aggravated vata and pitta energy that is disturbing your gut hormones and nervous system simultaneously Ayurveda approach your Healing gently and steadily by rebuilding your first because unless your gut strength, your hormones, mood and immunity will continue to fluctuate begin with butter, milk with roasted powder and a pinch of rock salt after lunch daily Take Bilvadi churna half teaspoon twice daily after food Giloy tab one tablet twice daily after food Asoka aristha 4 teaspoon with equal quantity of water twice daily after meals Sukumaram ghritam 1 teaspoon with warm water at morning Ashwagandha churna half movie, warm milk at night Prefer soft home-cooked food Avoid cold food, raw skirt, heavy spice food Ship hot water throughout the day with final seed infuse in it Avoid long capping between meals, eat at fixed time Practice Pranayam meditation
Addressing your concerns involves balancing your doshas and addressing the root causes from an Ayurvedic perspective. From what you’ve described, there seems to be aggravation in Vata and Pitta doshas, impacting your digestion, menstrual cycle, and mental state. Here’s a tailored approach:
For digestion, focus on enhancing your digestive fire (Agni) and stabilizing Vata. Start by consuming warm, freshly prepared meals, and avoid cold or raw foods that could aggravate your symptoms. Incorporate ginger and cumin in your cooking; these spices can help in boosting digestion. Sipping on warm water with a pinch of ajwain after meals may also aid digestion. Ashwagandha, being a restorative herb, can be very beneficial, consider taking it in the form of churna (5 grams), mixed with warm milk, at night.
Your menstrual health requires harmonizing hormones naturally. Regular intake of Shatavari, an adaptogenic herb, can promote hormonal balance and may reduce menorrhagia. You might take a teaspoon of Shatavari powder with milk daily. Also, warm oil massages (abhyanga) with sesame oil can calm Vata and Pitta, offering relief from anxiety and fatigue.
To support mental health, consider practicing pranayama (breath control exercises) like Nadi Shodhana for 10 minutes daily. It helps in calming the mind and balancing the doshas. Incorporate a nightly routine of Triphala (a teaspoon with lukewarm water before sleep) to cleanse and support gut health, indirectly uplifting mood. Meditation, even for 5 minutes, can reclaim mental peace. Limit exposure to cold environments and reduce caffeine intake, it can exacerbate anxiety and sleep disturbances.
Be mindful of your work-life balance to reduce stress, take short breaks during work to ease brain fog. Avoid heavy meals late at night, and try winding down with calming herbal teas like chamomile.
Since your conditions are chronic and impact quality of life, it’s vital to consult with a professional Ayurvedic practitioner alongside your treatments to adjust the regimen to your specific needs as necessary.
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