Struggling with Persistent Health Issues After Ayurvedic Treatments - #40673

Hello Thank you for sharing your concern so honestly. I can truly understand how discouraging it must feel when multiple treatments — even Ayurvedic medicines and Panchakarma — have only given temporary relief. But dont worry we are here to help you out😊

✅ AYURVEDIC PLAN OF MANAGEMENT

✅ Stage 1 – Deepana-Pachana (Rekindling Agni & Clearing Ama)

For 10 days, focus only on improving digestion and metabolism.

1. Chitrakadi vati – 1-0-1 before meals (enhances Agni, clears Ama).

2. Agnitundi vati – 1-0-1 after food (balances Pitta and relieves constipation).

3. Gandharvahastadi Eranda Taila – 1 tsp with warm milk at night (mild detox for Vata–Kapha).

Purpose: To prepare the system for Rasayana by making it receptive again.

✅Stage 2 – Rasayana (Tissue Rejuvenation & Strengthening)

Once digestion improves, start gentle Rasayana therapy to rebuild strength and responsiveness.

1. Chyavanprash Avaleha – 1 tsp twice daily after meals (enhances Ojas, fertility & vitality).

2. Ashwagandhadi Lehyam – 1 tsp twice daily with milk (nourishes all seven Dhatus).

3. Brahma Rasayana – 1 tsp at bedtime with milk (balances Vata-Pitta and restores hormonal & mental stability).

4. Drakshasava – 20 ml with equal water twice daily (tones digestion, liver & improves absorption).

Continue for 2–3 months consistently. These preparations strengthen Agni, stabilize metabolism, and rebuild energy.

✅Stage 3 – Gentle Rejuvenating Panchakarma (After 3–4 Months)

Avoid strong detoxes like repeated Vamana or Virechana for now. Instead, try:

Abhyanga (Oil massage) with Ksheerabala Taila or Dhanvantaram Taila

Shirodhara with Brahmi Taila (to relax mind and regulate hormones)

Matra Basti (small oil enemas) with Balashwagandhadi Taila for 7 days

This phase helps to rebuild Dhatus gradually and restore vitality without exhausting the system.

✅DIET MODIFICATION

✅ Include:

Warm, fresh, ghee-rich homemade meals Moong dal soup, rice gruel (Kanji), cooked vegetables Milk with turmeric and dates at night Use cumin, ajwain, ginger, and fennel in meals Eat at regular times; avoid overeating or fasting

❌ Avoid:

Repeated detox herbs (Triphala, strong purgatives, etc.) for now Cold, dry, stale, or raw foods Too many medicines at a time — focus on few, high-quality Rasayanas instead

✅ Lifestyle & Home Remedies

Take lukewarm water throughout the day to clear Ama. Perform gentle yoga: Vajrasana, Pawanmuktasana, and Nadi Shodhana Pranayama. Avoid stress and overexertion; ensure proper sleep before midnight. Self-massage with sesame oil before bath to ground Vata and nourish Dhatus.

Once your system regains strength, disease-specific therapy can be reintroduced effectively and will sustain longer results.

Wishing you a good health😊

Warm Regards, Dr. Snehal Vidhate

1.Chyawanprash 1 tsp with warm milk empty stomach in the morning 2.Shavatavri Capsules 2 cap twice daily with warm milk after meals 3.Ashwagandha churna 1 tsp twice daily with warm milk after meals 4.Tripahal churna 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water 5.Punarnavasava 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals

🧘‍♂️ Lifestyle Reset Tips - Avoid frequent medicine changes—stick to one protocol for 3 months. - Eat warm, light meals with ghee, cumin, ginger, and turmeric. - Sleep early, reduce screen time, and avoid cold exposure. - Practice gentle yoga and breathing—focus on Bhramari, Anulom Vilom, and Yog Nidra.

If we dump too many medicines at a time without accessing the Agni ojas and vata , it may lead to imbalance in vata Dosha n what all medicines you take will be only for temporary relief N also due to repeated panchakarma procedures the basic Agni tissues and nervous system become exhausted It’s just a sign that body is over treated under nourished and not given the right direction at the right time This is the reason that you are feeling that nothing is working anymore and improvement lasts only 2 to 3 months

Step 1: Rest Phase (Days 1–15) Stop all heavy medicines/Panchakarma to reset body (avoid resistance). Focus on light digestion.

Internal: Triphala Churna 1 tsp with warm water nightly. Lifestyle: Light walks 10 min daily; no strenuous activity.

Step 2: Agni Rebuild Phase (Days 16–45) Internal: Hingwashtak Churna 1 gm with first bite of lunch and dinner Pippali Churna 1 gm morning with honey.

Diet: Start with liquid khichdi (moong + rice) + 1 tsp ghee.

Step 3: Rejuvenation Phase (Days 46–90) Internal: Chyavanprash 10 gm morning with warm milk Ashwagandha Churna 3 gm night with milk Shatavari Churna 3 gm morning with water

Diet Give only: Warm, soft foods: Moong khichdi + ghee daily; boiled apple/pear; warm milk with turmeric nightly. Sip warm water every 30 min (2.5 L total).

Avoid completely: Raw/cold food, caffeine, processed items. Overeating; eat 3 small meals.

Lifestyle Daily: Abhyanga with Bala Taila (whole body) 15 min → warm bath. Exercise: Gentle yoga (Tadasana, Vajrasana) 10 min morning. Stress: Anulom Vilom 10 min daily. Sleep: 10 PM – 6 AM. Avoid: Sex/masturbation for 30 days; heavy lifting.

Monitoring Digestion & energy (0–10): Weekly note. Weight/fertility tests: After 90 days. If no improvement: Consult for mild Basti.

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

HELLO,

When a person takes too many medicines or undergoes repeated detox procedures without proper restoration the body’ agni (digestive and metabolic fire) becomes unstable

This leads to -poor digestion and absorption of medicines and food -formation of ama (toxic waste) that blocks body channels (srotas) -weak tissues (dhatu kshaya) resulting in fatigue, infertility, and low sexual vitality -A general loss of Ojas-the subtle energy that maintains strength, immunity and mental stability

Your body has become tired of over cleansing and overstimulation. Now it needs deep healing, nourishment, and balance- not more detox

STAGE 1= DEEPANA AND PACHANA (rekindling digestion and clearing toxins) GOAL= restart the body’s natural metabolism, remove accumulated toxins (ama), and prepare it for healing WHY= Without a strong digestive fire, even the best medicines dont get absorbed

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with honey, twice daily before meals for 20 days = improves digestion and burns ama (toxins)

2) GUDUCHI DECOCTION= 30 ml twice daily after meals =detoxfies liver, boosts immunity

3) CHITRAKADI VATI= 1 tab twice daily before meals =imcreases digestive fire

4) JEERA-AJWAIN-HING WATER= boil 1 tsp each in 1 L water; sip warm through day = relieve gas, bloating, indigestion

DIET AND LIFSTYLE -eat freshly cooked , light, warm foods- soups, mung dal, rice gruel, steamed vegetables -avoid cold, oily, fermented, or leftover foods -take meals at fixed times, don’t skip meals -avoid overeating and day sleep

YOGA AND PRANAYAM -Suryanamaskar, pawanmuktasana, vajrasana after meals -kapalbhati , nadi sodhana, bhramari pranayam= 10 min daily

STAGE 2= MILD DETOXIFICATION/PANCHAKARMA SUPPORT GOAL= once digestion improves, perform gentle purification to clear the channels- not aggressive panchakarma

WHY= overdoing panchakarma weakens Ojas, hence, the goal is light cleansing

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL THERAPIES

1) MRIDU VIRECHANA= 1-2 tsp triphala churna with warm water at bedtime 1-2 times per week =clears intestines, removes toxins

2) MATRA BASTI= 50 ml ksheerbala taila or dashmoola tailaevery alternate days for 14 days =nourishes colon, balances vata

3) NASYA= instill 2 drops Anu taila in each nostril daily morning = improves mental clarity and hormonal balance

EXTERNAL CARE -Oil massage followed by herbal steam before mild purgation -shirodhara with brahmi taila for stress and hormonal balance

STAGE 3= RASAYANA CHIKITSA (rejuvination and tissue nourishment) GOAL= rebuild dhatus (body tissues) , restore vitality, improve fertility, immunity and sexual strength

WHY= after long detoxification, the body needs nourishment and cellular repair

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily after meals with milk =improves strength , sperm quality, nervous energy

2) SHATAVARI KALPA= 1 tsp twice daily with milk =enhances fertility and hormonal balance

3) CHYAWANPRASHA= 1 tsp morning and night =rejuvneation and immuity

4) GOKSHURA + KAPIKACCHU POWDER= 3 gm twice daily after meals =improveslibido, stamina

5) PHAL GHRITA= 1 tsp twice daily before meals =norishes reproductive tissue and brain

6) DRAKSHASAVA= 20 ml with equal water after meals with water =tones nerves, appetite, and digestion

DIET -include ghee, milk, almonds, raisins, sesame wheat, and moong dal -avoid incompatible foods (milk with sour fruits, fish with curd etc) -use spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, fennel ,ginger -drink warm water or herbal teas no cold water, soda or alcohol

LIFESYLE AND MIND SUPPORT -sleep early before 10 pm, and rise before sunrise -avoid stress, anger, excessive sexual activity, and fasting -engage in spiritual reading or meditation -maintain gentle physical activity- yoga, walking

YOGA AND PRANAYAM -bhujnagasana, dhanurasana, paschimottanasana strengthen abdomen -setu bandhasana= improves reproductive organ circulation -anulom vilom and bhramari= for mental calmness -savasana= for relaxation

HOME REMEDIES -drink warm water with lemon every morning to kindle agni -take 1 tsp ghee with warm milk at bedtime for lubrication and sleep -soak 5 almonds, 2 dates, and 3 black raisins overnight- eat in morning -massage body with warm sesame oil twice a week

Your body is asking for restoration, not repetition of treatments Stop chasing detox, instead, build stability, nourishment and routine BE PATIENT

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

Based on your symptoms and history of treatments, there seems to be an underlying issue with your dosha balance or digestive fire (agni). Continuous use of Ayurvedic medicines without tailored guidance may have disturbed your body’s natural equilibrium. The short-term effects of Panchakarma also indicate possible imbalance. When agni is weak, even the best medicines won’t be effectively processed, leading to this cycle of temporary relief.

First, a reassessment of your body’s constitution (prakriti) is essential. It’s possible that the therapies were either incompatible with your prakriti or done at wrong intervals. Misalignment in treatments could dampen their effectiveness. It sounds like an overdominance of one dosha, likely kapha, impacting metabolism and causing obesity and indigestion.

For now, focus on strengthening your agni. Consider adopting a light, warm diet constituting seasonal fruits, vegetables, and grains like quinoa, which are easy for your system to process. Avoid very cold, heavy or oily foods as they could further weaken agni. Ginger tea can be sipped throughout the day to stimulate digestion.

Regularly engage in activities like yoga or brisk walking to balance kapha and circulation issues. These will also help reduce stress which contributes to hormonal imbalance impacting fertility and sexual health.

Introducing Trikatu churnam (Ginger, Black Pepper, Long Pepper) before meals could help invigorate digestion, but avoid if you experience acidity. Start with 1/4 teaspoon mixed in warm water. Oh, and try to ensure you’re getting restful, proper sleep - it’s essential for metabolic balance.

Lastly, consult a proficient Ayurvedic practitioner in seeking a more personalized, sustained treatment plan. They will be able to provide tailored dietary and lifestyle guidelines and re-evaluate your dosha and current condition.

HELLO,

DIAGNOSIS Overuse of medicines and therapies can disturb agni (digestive fire) and Ojas (vital essence), leading to poor medicine response and chronic imbalance of vata-pitta-kaphha

ROOT CAUSE MANAGEMENT -stop all strong or unnecessary medications and detox therapies for at least 3-6 months -avoid frequent panchakarma- it should only be repeated after full tissue recovery

RESTORE DIGESTION AND ABSORPTION

-Trikatu churna= 2 pinch before meals with warm water

-Hingwastaka churna= 1/2 tsp with warm water before meals for bloating and gas

DIET -light, freshly cooked food- moong dal khichdi, ghee, cumin, and rock salt -avoid curd, cold foods, leftovers, and excess oil

REJUVINATION PHASE After digestion improves= 3-4 weeks -chywanprasha= 1/2 tsp daily in morning

-Amalaki rasayana= 1 tsp in morning

-Brahma rasayana= 1 tsp once daily

VATA-PITTA BALANCING LIFESTYLE -early bedtime 10 pm max, warm oil massage with sesame oil. thrice weekly -gentle yoga= pawanmuktasana, vajrasana, shavasana -avoid emotional stress, late nights, and overeating

PANCHAKARMA only after recovery After 4-6 months, if digestion and strength improve, a mild Basti therapy under supervision

The goal is to rebuild the body’s response by stabilizing agni, nourishing Dhatus, and protecting Ojas - not more detoxing, but gradual rejuvneation

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

What you’re experiencing indicates a probable imbalance in your body’s doshas, potentially leading to a weakened agni (digestive fire), and multiple dhatu disruptions. When treatments and panchkarma therapies seem ineffective or temporary, it may suggest that deeper constitutional, rather than symptomatic adjustments are necessary.

Firstly, stabilize and strengthen your agni. Simple dietary adjustments can be quite influential. Emphasize eating fresh meals at consistent times daily. Incorporate more spices like ginger, cumin and black pepper, which aid digestion and enhance metabolism. Make use of a daily pre-meal drink of warm water with lemon to stimulate digestive juices.

Secondly, ensure that you’re not over-burdening your system with too many contrasting remedies. A focused, simplified approach might be more beneficial now. Consider taking one comprehensive herbal formulation suitable for your primary doshic imbalance. If vata is dominant, for instance, formulations like ashwagandha or shatavari might be more suitable; for kapha, triphala or guggulu may be appropriate.

A lifestyle adjustment focusing on regular exercise, particularly early morning walking, may positively impact multiple conditions. Pranayama and meditation can also contribute to mental peace as they help balance the mind-body connection.

Finally, revisit the panchkarma treatments but perhaps at a greater interval or with different therapeutic oils/herbs under the guidance of a knowledgeable practitioner. This phase requires assessing the root cause and not just tackling the symptoms. If the situation doesn’t improve, collaborate with your healthcare provider to further investigate underlying issues, since Ayurveda emphasizes holistic understanding over symptomatic fixes.