Seeking Home Remedies for Weight Loss with Prediabetes and Thyroid Issues - #40888

Avoid oily, spicy, bakery products and packed foods. Regular exercise. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Use boiled water for drinking Tab.Mamejava 2-0-2 Tab Arogya vardhini 2-0-2 Follow up after 4weeks

Don’t worry take nishamalki 1tab bd, madhumehahari yog gold 1tab bd, mastyatail capsules 1tab, navaka Guggulu 1tab bd, hamsapadikashayam 20ml bd enough

Ok start on Medhohara vati 1-0-1 Triphala churna 1 teaspoon with warm water at night Dry roast cumin fennel 1 tsp each 1/2 tsp of carom seeds and 1/4 th tsp of fenugreek seeds -dry roast for a while, then make a fine powder along with rock salt Night so 1 teaspoon of the above powder, leave it aside morning, slightly warm it and drink on empty stomach daily Drink warm water throughout the day Walking at least 45 minutes daily Avoid junk fried processed food

Hello Zarin, This is Dr. Vinayak Complaints u mentioned are all lifestyle disorders,which can be effectively managed by some lifestyle modifications.

Food habits to be avoided completely,- Avoid bakery, junk, Maida, sugar, deep fried foods. Avoid high card foods like potato, white rice etc Avoid snacking in between the meals.

Food habits to be incorporated - Divide your plate into 4 parts, 2/4rd - vegetables in any form (sautéed, in form of curry, however u prefer) 1/4 - rice/ millets 1/4 - ghee roti/bajra/jowar/ragi roti.

Have Fibre and protien rich foods. Stay hydrated.

Have food only when you are hungry, upto 3/4th of your satiety.

Other lifestyle modifications Sleep and wake up early. Regular exercise is a must and non negotiable. Avoid sleeping during day time.

Stay consistent in your habits and you will definitely see the results.

Warm regards.

HELLO,

WHY WEIGHT LOSS IS DIFFICULT FOR YOU In Ayurveda, your condition mainly involves Kapha dosha imbalance (causing slow metabolism, water retention, heaviness, sluggishness) and Agni mandya (low digestive fire) Thyroid imbalance and pre diabetes both arise from impaired metabolic fire- the body doesnt properly transform food into energy, leading to -fat accumulation -low energy levels -irregular hormone balance -fluctuating sugar levels

MODERN VIEW COMBINED WITH AYURVEDA -Prediabetes means your blood sugar is higher than normal but not yet in diabetic range -Thyroid usually hypothyroidism slows metabolism, causing weight gain, fatigue, constipation, and cold intolerance. Both overlap with kapha dominanace- slow, sticky, heavy qualities

TREATMENT GOALS -Correct digestive/metabolic fire- foundation of weight management -reduce ama (toxic build up)= toxins block channels, slowing thyroid and insulin action -Balance kapha= to reduce heaviness, excess fat, and water retention -enhance medo dhatu agni= fat tissue metabolism -support thyroid and pancreatic function naturally -prevent diabetes progression by improving insulin sensitivity -stabilize mood and energy through mind harmony

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

1) KANCHANAR GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals with lukewarm water for 3 months = balances thyroid, breaks glandular swelling, clears kapha, regulates hormones

2) TRIPHALA GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals for 3 months = improves metabolism, reduces fat tissue

3) TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/4 tsp twice daily before meals with warm water for 6 weeks =stimulates agni, burns ama, enhances digestion

4) AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 1 tab twice daily with warm water afte meals for 3 months = improves liver metabolism, helps lipid balance

5) GUDMAR CAPSULES= 1 cap twice daily before meals for 3. months = balances blood sugar, prevents sugar craving

6) SHILAJIT CAPSULES= 1 cap in morning for 3 months =improves energy, metabolism and insulin sensitivity

This diet is kapha reducing, which means it helps reduce excess body fat, improves metabolism, and minimise water retention and heaviness- especially around belly.

1) GRAINS(choose light, low glycemic) -old rice, barley, millets- bajra, ragi, jowar, quinoa, whole wheat

AVOID= white rice, maida, processed breads or bakery items, heavy or sticky grains like oats

2) PULSES AND LEGUMES -moong dal= easy to digest , light -massor dal -hoarse gram= very good for reducing fat(kulthi) -chickpeas- chana roasted or boiled

AVOID= rajma, chole, urad dal- they are heavy and produce gas if digestion is weak, overcooked or creamy dals

3) VEGETABLES -leafy grreen= spinach, methi, coriander, curry leaves -lauki, tinda, karela, pumpkin -cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, carrot, beans -drumsticks, snake gourd - radish-especially good for belly fat

AVOID= potato, sweet potato , arbi, -tomatoes in excess -excess onion garlic at night

COOKING- steam or light saute vegetables with mustard seeds, cumin, ginger, and turmeric in minimal oil

4) FRUITS -apples, pear -papaya= excellent for digestion -pomegranate -guava, watermelon= take in morning only -seasonal berries -amla- raw or juice

AVOID= banana, mangoes, grapes, chikos, any fruits after sunset, fruit juices= high sugar

5) DAIRY PRODUCTS -buttermilk=diluted curd, churned, spiced with roasted cumin,ajwain - low fat curd- only in daytime - cow’s milk-if needed boiled with turmeric or ginger

AVOID= cold milk, panner, cheese, khoya, full cream milk, curd at night

6) FATS AND OILS -cows ghee- small quantity, helps in fat metabolism -cold pressed mustard oiler sesame oil

AVOID -refined oils, deep fired food

7) SPICES AND HERBS these helps stimulate digestion, improves metabolism and reduce bloating -ginger, cumin, ajwain, black pepper, turmeric, cinnamon, fenugreek, asafoetida

use these in cooking or as herbal teas- cumin-fennel-coriander decoction after meals

8) BEVERAGES -warm water throughout the day - herbal teas -jeera water

AVOID= cold water, aerated drinks, packaged fruit juices, sweet lassi or milkshakes

9) SNACKS-light dry and non sugary - roasted makahna, roasted chana, dry fruits in moderation -chia seed water -sprouts= moong, chana with lemon, no salt

AVOID -buiscuits, chips, namkeen, bakery items, sugar bars or energy drinks

HOW TO EAT -eat only when hungry- no emotional or boredom eating - eat in calm, mindful environment - avoid overeating, even healthy foods - use warm, cooked meals, over raw/cold food -obseve mitahara- balanced, moderate, quantity of food - intermittent fasting- 14-16 hours overnight is safe and recommended

YOGA ASANAS

STRENGTH AND CORE (fat burn + muscle building) -Suryanamskar = 10 rounds -Plank (1 min* 3) -bhujangasana-for back pain -setu bandhasana -navasana -utkatasana

FLEXIBILITY AND RECOVERY -Trikonasana, vrikshasana -ardha matsyendrasana -balasana

PRANAYAM(10 min total) -kapalbhati= 3 rounds for fat metabolism -bhastrika- 3 rounds -Anulom Vilom- 5 min -bhramari- 2 mins

HOME REMEDIES -Fenugreek water= soak 1 tsp methi seeds overnight, drink water and chew seeds in morning -cinnamon water = boil 1/2 tsp cinnamon in 1 glass water, drink warm twice daily -jeera ajwain saunf water sip throughout day -triphala at night 1 tsp with warm water helps detox and mild weight loss -turmeric milk at night - supports thyroid and inflamamtion control

Weight loss in thyroid and pre diabetes is not about crash diets- it’s about resetting your body’s internal balance When agni improves and ama clears, the body naturally starts using stored fat for energy With consistent lifestyle, herbal support, and stress control visible results appear within 6-12 weeks- weight reduce gradually 1-2 kg/month, energy increases and blood sugar stabiilizes

Ayurveda’s goal isn’t just to make you “lose weight”, but to make you light, active, calm and disease free- in body and mind

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

Hello

Here is a complete regime for your weight loss journey.

✔️Do’s✔️ Drink buttermilk mixed with cumin powder in lunch Use millets Include protein like tandoor meats and dal Have lunch at 12 pm and dinner at 7pm 100 steps after both meals is must Try fasting atleast for 14 hrs a day minimum Whenever you feel hungry drink buttermilk or a cup of hot water and wait for half n hour, if hunger still continues have half a bowl of salad or black tea, green tea or black coffee without sugar. EXERCISE IS MUST.

🧘‍♀️Yoga and Pranayam🧘‍♀️ Surya Namaskar Utkatasana Naukasana Dhanurasana Adho Mukha Svanasana Trikonasana Virabhadrasana Setu Bandhasana Bhujangasana Sukshma Vyayam which include shoulder, wrist , hip, knee, feet rotations Anulom Vilom Jyoti tratak Bhastrika Kapalbhati Twice a week swimming

❌Dont❌ Oily, spicy, packed products Anything that is white in colour like maida, wheat flour, sugar, salt Reduce dairy intake Preserved food Ready to eat items. For quick results shift to VEGANISM

💊Medication💊

Tab. Ampachak Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food Cap. Decrin (S.G.Phytopharma) 2 caps twice a day before food Tab. Rasapachak Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food

Cap. Garcini (S.G.Phytopharma) 2 caps twice a day after food Tab. Shankhavati 2 tabs twice a day after food suck and eat.

Castor Oil ¼ tsp sunth churna boil in half cup water till it reduces to half. Add 3 tsp castor oil in this water.

Continue your thyroid tablets

Morning Drink Jeera + Dhania Water: Boil 1 tsp jeera + 1 tsp dhania seeds in 1 L water → sip warm throughout day.

Internal Remedies 1 Triphala Churna: 1 tsp night with warm water. 2 Trikatu Churna: ½ tsp morning with honey. 3 Medohar Guggulu: 1 tab twice daily after meals.

Diet Give only: Breakfast: Oats + cinnamon + 1 tsp ghee. Lunch: Brown rice + moong dal + lauki sabzi + ghee. Dinner: Khichdi (before 7 PM). Snack: Green tea + 2 dates.

Avoid completely: Outside food on weekends (carry home lunch). Maida, sugar, cold drinks.

Lifestyle Brisk walk 30 min daily morning. Vajrasana 5 min after meals. Sleep 10 PM – 6 AM.

Monitoring Weight + waist: Weekly. FBS/PPBS once a week and TSH After 90 days.

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

Start with Kanchanar guggul 2-0-2 after food with water Tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water Triphala juice 20 ml at bedtime with warm water Drink warm water through out the day Have early dinner consisting of soup salad vegetable. Skip one meal either breakfast or lunch. Do pranamyam lom -vilom kapalbhatti bhastrika daily for 5-10mins twice Do Brisk walking atleast 30 mins daily.

HELLO,

IMBALANCE= kapha- medo dushti (metabolici sluggishness) with Agni mandya (low digestive fire) -FOCUS= rekindling agni, balancing kapha, improving insulin sensitivity, and supporting thyroid function

DAILY REMEDIES AND LIFESTYLE

MORNING ROUTINE -warm lemon- ginger water with a pinch of turmeric and black pepepr- boosts metabolism and digestion -JEERA-AJWAIN-METHI WATER= 1 tsp each soaked overnight boiled in 3 cups water-> reduce to 1 cup, sip warm- helps fat metabolism and sugar control -AVOID SKIPPING BREAKFAST= opt for moong dal chilli, , vegetable upma or millets

DURING THE DAY

LUNCH= balanced, light - mix of millet (jowar/bajra), dal ghee 1/2 tsp and steamed veggies AVOID= white rice, refined flour, deep fried foods, sugar -POST MEAL= drink triphala + warm water 1/2 tsp powder for detox and digestion

EVENING -green tea with cinnamon or fenugreek seeds infusion -Light dinner - clear soups or sautéed vegetables with lentils

INTERNALLY

1) TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/2 tsp before meals to boost metabolism with warm water

2) KACHANAR GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals to balance thyroid and dissolves stubborn fat

3) TRIHALA GUGGULU= 2 tabs at night aids fat metabolism and detoxficiation

4) FENUGRREK SEEDS 1 tsp soaked dovernight- have in morning chew and drink water- improves glucose tolerance

5) GUDMAR CAPSULE= 1 cap twice daily before meals =supprots blood sugar and control

LIFESTYLE AND YOGA -EXERCISE= brisk walk to yoga suryanamaskar, kapalbhati, and ujjayi pranayam 30-45 min daily -SLEEP = maintain consistent sleep cycles, avoid daytime naps -STRESS CONTROL= practice meditation or simple breathing - stress slows thyroid function

WEEKLY DETOX Once a week -take only khichdi with ghee and moong dal or light vegetable soups -avoid dairy and sweets

IMPORTANT -monitor blood sugar and thyroid levels every 3 months -avoid fat diets or fasting- it slows metabolism further

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

HELLO , THANK YOU FOR CONTACTING US IN ASK AYURVEDA.

YOU ARE TRYING TO LOOSE WEIGHT

PREDIABETIC AND THYROID ARE YOU USING ANY MEDICATION ? YOUR BLOOD SUGAR LEVELS AND THYROID LEVELS ? YOUR WEIGHT ?

ITS A COMMON ISSUES NOW A DAY BECAUSE OF FOOD , LIFE STLYE , DECREASED EXERCISES ( AS YOU ALREADY TOLD ABOUT YOUR DECREASED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY)

IT CAN EASILY BE TREATED WITH AYURVEDIC MEDICATION

BUT YOU HAVE TO TAKE MEDICINES REGULARLY AND AVOID CERTAIN FACTORS WHICH IS CAUSING THIS SYMPTOMS.

FIRST OF ALL YOU HAVE TO BE CLEANSED YOUR STOMACH. FOR THIS DEEPANA AND PACHANA THERAPY WILL BE USE FULL.

1] DEEPANA THERAPY :- IT REFFERS TO MEDICATIONS THAT IGNITE AGNI , THE METABOLIC FIRE ( APPETITIE SIMULATOR ) WITHOUT NECESSARILY DIGESTING AMA.

2]PACHANA THERPAY :- DIGESTIONS—IT FOCUS ON THE DIGESTION OF AMA.

DEEPANA AND PACHANA PLAYS A SIGNIFICANT ROLE IN THE TREATMENT OF VARIOUS ALIMENTS WHILE ENHANCING DIGESTIVE JUICES ( AGNI). IT GOVERNS METABOLIC PROCESSES, DIGESTION AND THE BODY`S OVERALL FUNCTIONALITY .

THEN SNEHANA AND SWEDANA THERAPY ( IT CAN BE DONE AT ANY GOOD AYURVEDIC CENTRE)

SNEHANA KARMA :- INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATED OIL OR GHEE,

INTERNAL :- THIS ARE INGESTED OVER A PERIOD OF DAYS TO LUBRICATE THE TISSUES AND CELLS ALL OVER THE BODY . THIS HELPS TO LOOSEN THE TOXINS AND MAKE READY FOR EVACUATION.

EXTERNAL: MASSAGE WITH MEDICATED OIL TO WHOLE BODY TO ENHANCE ABSORBATION THROUGH THE SKIN AND FURTHER LOOSEN THE MALAS

SWEDANA KARMA:- AFTER SNEHNA TO RELEASE THE MALA FROM THE BODY , INDUCING SWEATING FROM BODY BY STEAM BATH

LATER PANCHAKARMA THERAPY :- ( IT CAN BE DONE AT ANY GOOD AYURVEDIC CENTRE)

VAMANA :- IT IS THE THERAPY IN WHICH A PERSON IS INDUCED CONTROLLED VOMITINGS USING MEDICATED DRUGS UNDER OBSERVATION. THIS HELPS IN REMOVING EXCESS KAPHA FROM THE GASTRO INTESTINAL TRACT AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM.

VIRECHANA:- IT IS THE THERAPY IN WHICH A PERSON IS INDUCED TO PASS CONTROLLED MULTIPLE STOOLS THORUGH MEDICATED DRUGS UNDER OBSERVATION. IT CLEANSES THE LOWER GASTRO INTESTINAL TRACT, LIVER AND GALL BLADDER

NEXT YOU HAVE TO GO FOR UDVARTHANA THERAPY – ITS A FULL BODY MASSAGE USING MEDICATED POWDER. IT HELPS IN DISSOLVING EXCESSIVE FAT IN YOUR BODY

NOW FOLLOW THIS MEDICATION :-

1]AJMODADI CHURNA 1/2 SPOON WITH WARM WATER TWO TIMES A DAY

2]TRIPHALA CHURNA 1/2 SPOON WITH WARM WATER TWO TIMES A DAY

3]HINGUVASTAKA CHURNA 1/2 SPOON WITH WARM WATER BEFORE BED TIME

AVOID SPICY , COLD , SOUR , FRY ITEMS

DRINK PLENTY OF WATER , BUTTER MILK

EAT VEGETABLES , FRUITS , SALADS

WISH YOU SPEEDY RECOVERY

ONCE AGAIN THANK YOU FOR CONTACTING ASK AYURVEDA

Balancing weight with prediabetes and thyroid concerns involves a tailored approach based on Ayurvedic principles. It’s great you’re eating home-cooked meals, as this allows better control over ingredients. Incorporating Ayurveda can support your journey, but please remember that it’s advisable to also consult with your healthcare provider when dealing with thyroid and prediabetes.

Focus on rekindling your digestive fire, or ‘Agni’. Begin your day with warm lemon water to stimulate digestion. Keep meals consistent in timing and try to have your largest meal at lunch when digestion is strongest. Avoid raw and heavy foods, opt for warm, cooked meals favoring lightly spiced dishes with herbs like ginger and turmeric, known for their metabolism-boosting properties.

Include a small piece of trikatu (a blend of black pepper, long pepper, and dried ginger) before meals to stimulate Agni. You might also consider sipping on warm water with a pinch of cinnamon and fenugreek seeds throughout the day, as these help regulate blood sugar levels, too.

Physical activity will be crucial. Gentle, consistent activities, like brisk walking, Yoga, or swimming are preferred. Aim for 30 minutes daily to support metabolism. Pranayama, especially Kapalbhati and Anulom Vilom, can be beneficial for thyroid regulation and stress reduction.

Practicing mindful eating without distractions can help with weight management. Chew food thoroughly and avoid overeating, focusing gradually on portion control. Regular detoxification practices like Triphala at night will aid in cleansing and better nutrient absorption.

Stay hydrated but avoid drinking water immediately before or after meals to ensure that digestion is optimal. Sleep and stress play significant roles; ensure 7-8 hours of restorative sleep and engage in stress-reducing activities.

These recommendations complement other health measures from your doctor, stay cautious not to replace necessary medical treatments.

Managing prediabetes and thyroid issues alongside weight loss can be quite challenging. However, there are Siddha-Ayurvedic approaches that could support your efforts.

First, focus on balancing your doshas, particularly Kapha, which is often linked with weight gain. Start your day with warm water mixed with a teaspoon of raw honey and a squeeze of lemon. This aids in boosting metabolism and detoxifying your system. Include Triphala powder at night; half a teaspoon with warm water can improve digestion and help in regulating bowel movements, crucial for weight management.

Since thyroid imbalance can affect Agni, or digestive fire, opt for lighter meals that are easier to digest. Favor freshly prepared, whole foods rich in fibers like plenty of vegetables and pulses. Avoid processed foods and heavy dairy products which can aggravate Kapha. Regularly include spices like ginger, black pepper, and cinnamon in your meals; these enhance metabolism and improve digestion.

Physical activity is another crucial element. Engage in moderate exercise like walking or yoga for 30 minutes a day to help stimulate your Agni and balance your doshas. Equally, incorporate deep breathing exercises that can support thyroid function by reducing stress and enhancing circulation through the nadis.

Remember to keep hydrated but avoid cold or iced drinks - room temperature or warm fluids are preferable. While these home remedies and lifestyle tips can contribute positively, it’s important to monitor your health conditions regularly with a healthcare provider to ensure they’re managed well. Always consult with a specialist before making significant changes to your routine, especially with pre-existing conditions.