HELLO,
You have three major isues
A) CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE your kidneys are slowly loosing their ability to filter waste and maintain balance of water , salts, minerals, ad blood pressure
AYUREVDIC VIEW -CKD is linked with disturbance of vata dosha and blockage of mutravaha srotas (urinary channels) . -Digestion becomes weak (low agni) causing toxins buildup -these toxins further harm kidney tissues -overtime, imbalance of vata causes dryness, fatigue, bone weakness, constipation, sleep issues
B) GUT PROBLEMS Digestive issues can include bloating, heaviness, constipation/loose motions, acidity, and gas
AYURVEDIC -gut problems mainly arise from weak agni (digestive fire) and xcessive ama (undigested waste) -Gut imbalance also affects kidney function because “gut is the mother of all disease” in Ayurveda
C) ANTIPHOSPHOLIPIDS SYNDROME This is an autoimmune condition causing blood clot tendencies
AYURVEDIC -Autoimmune disease arises due to ama, pita imbalance, and sometimes Ojas depletion (weak immunity) -stress and weak digestion worsens APS
TREATMENT GOALS -reduce toxin load= to prevent further damage to kidney -strengthen digestion= so body stops generating new toxins -balance vata and pitta dosha= to reduce dryness, inflamamtion, and stress on kidneys -Support kidney function gently -improve circulation without increasing clot risk -reduce stress, improve sleep, calm mind
INTERNALY
1) FOR KIDNEY SUPPORT
-PUNARNAVASAVA= 15ml + equal water twice daily after meals =reduces swelling and fluid overload
-GOKSHURA TABLET= 1 tab twice daily after meals -supports urinary tract
-VARUNADI KASHAY= 20 ml + equal wtaer twice daily before meals =helps urine flow
-PUNARNAVADI MANDUR= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =supports anemia and kidneys
FOR GUT HEALING
-ALOE VERA JUICE= 2 tsp =reduces acidity. , heals gut lining,
-CUMIN-CORIANDER-FENNEL TEA= daily improves digestion, gas, bloating
-PIPPALI CHURNA= a pinch with honey before meals improves digestion
FOR STRESS, IMMUNIT, AND APS SUPPORT
-BRAHMI VATI= 1 tab at night =calming, reduces stress hormones
-SHANKHAPUSHPI SYRUP= 1 tsp twice daily =reduces anxiety, improvs sleep
-GUDUCHI GHAN VATI= 1 tab twice daily safe immunomodulator, reduces ama
HERBS TO AVOID IN CKD -Triphala -high dose turmeric -shilajit -guggulu -high protein herbal mixes -high potassium herbs All is not good for kidneys
DIET -rice -moong dal -boiled barley -steamed vegetables= pumpkin, bottle gourd, ridge gourd, ash gourd -homemade soups -1 tsp ghee -soft chapati with ghee -warm water
AVOID -raw salads, -heavy lentils-chana, urad, rajma -spicy, oily, fried foods -fermented foods- idli, dosa, pickles -tomato sauce, cheese, excess milk -red meat, high protein foods -caned or processed foods- high sodium
LIGESTYLE CHANGES -wake up early -warm water sip by sip -lightstretching -avoid long gaps between meals -eat freshly cooked food -early dinner 4 hours before sleeping -sleep by 10 pm -30 min gentle walk daily
AVOID -overexertion -stress -cold water -long fasting -overthinking/anxiety
YOGA ASANAS -vajrasana after meals -balasana -marjari asana -tadasana -viparita karani for 5 min only -pawanmuktasana
AVOID -strong back bends -strong twist -hot yoga -inversion
PRANAYAM -nadi sodhana -bhramari -chandra bhedana
AVOID -kapalbhati, bhastrika
HOME REMEDIES -Cumin-coriander-fennel tea= 1 tsp each boil in 1 L water-> sip all day =improvs digestion, reduces gas, acidity, safe for kidneys
-Warm water with 1-2 drops lemon= helps digestion, very mild detoxx, do not take if potassium restricted strictly
-Cooked apple or pear= good for gut, light on digestion
-moong dal khichdi= excellent for weak digestion, balances all doshas
Sharita, you are dealing with a combination of difficult coditions-CKD, gut issues, and APS- each requiring long term care.
Ayurveda can be supportive system, but always in partnership with your nephrologist, especially because of CKD, AND APS medications
DO FOLLOW
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
No worries sharitha If you would give bit details about your condition I can guide you more precisely How old are you? Since how long you are having kidney issues ? Last how much was your creatinine? Are you on any medications?? How is your appetite/ digestion/ sleep/ bowel and bladder habits are ? Do you have odema? Difficulty in breathing?? How z your recent blood reports?
Hello Sharita, Such a long time you had to suffer with CKD, APS, and gut issues. Still, cheer up, we will surely find a way to help you out here 😊
✅ AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT
✅ HOME REMEDIES
1. Drinking Warm Water (whole day) Enhances digestion + decreases gas Very good for kidneys if intake is done according to your nephrologist’s fluid limit.
2 Pomegranate (Anar Juice) — 50–100 ml/day Anti-inflammatory CKD safe Help acidity + gut irritation Do not go over 100 ml/day in CKD.
3. Fennel Tea (Saunf tea) – best for gut + CKD 1 tsp fennel boiled in 2 cups water → reduce to 1 cup Consume after meals. Helps: Bloating Gas Acidity Gut spasm Very good for kidneys.
✅AYURVEDIC INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1 Punarnava Mandur (very safe for CKD) - 1 tablet once daily after lunch Helping: Kidney swelling Gut edema
2 Amla capsule - 1 cap in the morning Raises the immune system + gets the gut lining healthier Good for kidneys.
3 Avipattikar Churna Only ¼ teaspoon before meals Help acidity + gut motility gets better Safe dose for CKD
✅DIET MODIFICATION
Soft Diet for Healing Gut Khichdi (moong dal + rice) Steamed vegetables Ghee ½ tsp per meal Ripe bananas Oats with warm water Boiled apples
❌Avoid: Raw salads Heavy beans Cold drinks Coffee Spicy food Fried food
👉 Buttermilk (very diluted) ½ cup buttermilk + 1 cup warm water + pinch of roasted cumin Every day after lunch. Strengthens gut and reduces inflammation.
✅Support for Mental & Emotional Strength The burden of a chronic illness is mental fatigue. Give a try to: 10 minutes of slow breathing (Anulom Vilom – very gentle) Light walking for circulation Warm oil foot massage at night (sesame or coconut) All of these agents calm Vata and enhance sleep.
👉About Your Mother
If you want, share: Her age Main health problem Symptoms Current medicines I will direct her as well, and that would be safe.
Sharita, Kidney and gut issues can be taken care of by Ayurveda very well but always in a kind, non-aggressive manner.
Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate
For Gut problem Start with Tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water Avipattikar tablet 1-0-1 after food with water For CKD Start with Gokshuradi ghanvati 2-0-0 after food with water Punarnava mandur 1-0-1 after food with water Divya Renogrit 1-1-1 after food with water Avoid heavy diet, avoid Nonveg food. Limit intake of liquid and water.
Hi Sharita
1.Punarnavadi Mandur 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Gokshuradi Guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 3.Varunadi Kashayam 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals 4.Ashwagandha churna 1 tsp with warm milk twice daily after meals
Supportive Lifestyle & Diet Tips - Diet: Favor light, easily digestible foods like moong dal, boiled vegetables, rice gruel, and seasonal fruits - Avoid: Excess salt, processed foods, red meat, and dairy-heavy meals - Hydration: Sip warm water throughout the day; avoid cold drinks - Yoga & Pranayama: Gentle poses and breathing exercises like Anulom Vilom and Bhramari help reduce stress and improve circulation - Sleep: Maintain a regular sleep cycle and avoid late nights
Internal Medicines 1 Punarnavadi Mandoor – 250 mg twice daily after meals 2 Gokshuradi Guggulu – 2 tablets twice daily after meals 3 Chandraprabha Vati – 2 tablets twice daily after meals 4 Varunadi Kashayam – 15 ml + 45 ml warm water morning empty stomach & night 5 Arogyavardhini Vati – 1 tablet morning after breakfast
Diet Give only Rice + moong khichdi with 1 tsp ghee Lauki, turai, parwal, pumpkin sabzi Pomegranate juice 100 ml OR coconut water 200 ml daily Fresh thin buttermilk with roasted jeera (after lunch) Ripe banana, stewed apple
Avoid completely Salt >2–3 gm total/day (use only in cooking, no table salt) All dairy except thin buttermilk & 1 tsp ghee Tomato, spinach, potato, brinjal, mushrooms Red meat, processed food, bakery items Cold drinks, packaged juices
Fluid Intake 1.2–1.5 L total fluid/day (including all food moisture) – follow nephrologist limit strictly Sip warm water OR jeera water every 30 min
Lifestyle Complete bed rest when swelling or fatigue Legs elevated 20 min × 3 daily Anulom-Vilom 10 min daily (if energy permits) Sleep 10 PM – 6 AM
Important Notes All medicines are low-potassium & safe in controlled doses for CKD Show this prescription to your nephrologist before starting Monthly creatinine, electrolytes, Hb, INR monitoring compulsory
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
For addressing gut problems and chronic kidney disease (CKD), it’s essential to approach this with caution, especially since you’re dealing with a complex condition like antiphospholipid syndrome that require regular medical attention. From an Ayurvedic perspective, supporting your digestion and protecting your kidney health involves a combination of diet, lifestyle, and herbal support, keeping your ongoing treatments in mind.
Prioritize a diet with foods that are easy on the kidneys and support digestion. This means opting for light, warm meals that aid Agni (digestive fire) like well-cooked vegetables and grains, vibrant in Prana (life force). Foods like rice, moong dal, and lightly steamed vegetables are generally safe choices. Avoid heavy-to-digest foods such as red meat, processed foods, and anything canned or preserved. Limit salt and watch your potassium intake depending on your medical advice, as CKD patients sometimes require specific guidance on these.
For your digestion, consider incorporating Triphala, a revered Ayurvedic formulation known for balancing the doshas and supporting digestive health. Take 1 tsp of Triphala powder with warm water before bed to stimulate digestion and regularity. However, confirm with your healthcare provider as herbal interactions can occur.
Maintain a regular routine (Dinacharya) to stabilize your Prakriti (constitution), such as waking up and going to bed at the same time each day. Yoga and Pranayama (breathing exercises) like Anulom Vilom can be beneficial, as they help to reduce stress and indirectly support kidney function. Yet, ensure these activities are okay with your physician due to your specific health conditions.
Stay hydrated, but don’t overconsume liquids; consult your doctor on your individual fluid restrictions based on your CKD stage. Regular follow-ups with your healthcare team are paramount. If your mother also faces chronic conditions, both requiring complex care: professional help is crucial for individual assessment and treatment plan.
