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Seeking Ayurvedic Remedies for Low Immunity and Respiratory Issues - #42121

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Hi m 60 yrs lady m having problem of low immunity n feeling sick with cough cold n bronchitis pl suggest me best ayurvedic medicine pl T Y

How long have you been experiencing these symptoms?:

- More than 6 months

Do you have any other health conditions?:

- No other conditions

How often do you experience cough and cold symptoms?:

- Constantly
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Hello I‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ know that for a 60-year-old, having a cough that is accompanied by cold and bronchitis, and that lasts for more than 6 months can be very hard to live with.

You can bring your immunity level to a much better state with the proper Ayurvedic rasayana and respiratory medicines, and you will then be able to avoid infections that frequently reoccur.

✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT

✅ For Immunity + Respiratory Strength

1. Chyawanprash – 1 tsp with warm milk at night Immunity is enhanced + recurrent infections are reduced

2. Guduchi (Giloy) Ghanvati – 1 tablet twice daily Acts as an immunomodulator

3. Sitopaladi Churna – 1 tsp with honey twice daily Highly effective in a case of cough and bronchitis

✅For Chronic Cough & Bronchitis

1. Talisadi Churna – ½ tsp twice daily after food Help to get rid of mucus and also difficulty in breathing

2. Vasarishta – 15 ml with equal water twice daily Releases bronchial congestion, facilitates breathing

✅ If Night-time Cough is More

Dashmoolaristha – 20 ml with equal water once at night Helps to get rid of dry cough + makes lungs stronger

Duration of treatment: at least 3 months for immunity building (Improvement will be felt within 2-3 weeks)

✅HOME REMEDIES (They are very good for people of 60+)

-Golden Milk One-half tsp turmeric + a pinch of long pepper + warm milk ( Should be drunk daily at bedtime.)

-Tulsi-Ginger Steam Steam inhalation 1-2 times daily ( Alleviates chest congestion very quickly.)

- Ginger–Tulsi Kadha Prepare by boiling: 5 tulsi leavesl ½ inch ginger 1 clove A pinch of black pepper Once daily, drink this tea.

-Pranayama Each for 5 minutes: Anulom-vilom Bhastrika (soft) Deep breathing Will strengthen lungs and increase the body’s defence system.

✅ Diet Plan to Improve Immunity

✅Foods to Add Warm water Turmeric milk Ajwain in meals Garlic in soups Moong dal + rice khichadi Fruits of the season

❌Avoid (very important for bronchitis) Cold water, cold drinks Curd, ice cream Bakery products Oily & deep-fried food Too much rice at night Exposure to cold air

✅Lifestyle Advice Keep chest warm Drinking water should be warm always Early dinner (before 7:30 pm) 20-30 minutes of slow walking daily Don’t expose yourself to the cold breeze in the early morning

By taking the right Ayurveda rasayana + Kapha reducing treatment, your immunity will be in better shape and the occurrence of bronchitis will be lessened greatly. If you want to see good results, you have to be consistent with your medicines and ‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌diet.

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

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Sithophaladi + talisadi churna 1/2 tsp after food can be taken with honey CHYWANPRASH 1 tsp daily

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HELLO,

DAILY HERBAL SUPPORT

-CHYAWANPRASHA= 1 tsp every morning =boosts immunity and respiratory strength

-TULSI + MULETHI KADHA= once daily for cough and throat soothing

-TURMERIC MILK= 1/2 tsp turmeric in warm milk at ight tai inflammatory

-ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk twice daily for strength and immunity

PRANAYAM AND LIFESTYLE -PRANAYAM= 10mins/day= anulom vilom, bhramari- strengthens lungs -warm water throughout the day -avoid cold foods, curd at night, and direct AC exposure

DIET -INCLUDE= ginger, garlic, turmeric, black pepper, ghee, warm soups -AVOID= cold drinks, heavy oily foods, stale food, excessive sugar

HOME REEMEDY -Steam inhalation with tulsi + ajwain -oil pulling with sesame oil improves throat and immunity -warm mustard oil chest/back massage helps congestion

THANK YOU

DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA

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Avoid chilled, dairy and bakery products. Regular breathing exercises. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits. Use boiled water for drinking. Tab.Immunocin 2-0-2 tab.bresol 2-0-2 Follow up after 4weeks.

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Hello, The following will help you to build immunity: 1. Vidaryadi kashayam 20ml----0-----20ml 45minutes before breakfast and 45 minutes before dinner by adding 80 ml of boiled cooled water. 2. Chyavanaprasham(vaidyaratnam/SNA oushadhashala) 1 teaspoon with a cup of hot milk at bed time
Both for 120 days. Take care, Kind regards.

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take guduchi 2 bd take livtone 2bd take immuno 2 bd take dadimadi ghurth 5 ml morning at empty stomch take histadin 2 tds

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Don’t worry take rajwadiprash gold 1tsp with milk, makaradwaja 1tab bd, swasakasa chintamani ras 1tab bd enough

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Lakshmi vilasa rasa 1-0-1 Giloyghan vati 1-0-1 Sithophaladi churna 1/2-0-1/2 tsp with honey Ashwagandhadi lehyam 1 tsp with warm milk at night Tulsi panchanga juice 5 ml twice daily Drink warm water throughout the day Drink warm turmeric milk daily

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Start with Septillin syr 10 ml twice a day after food Amruthadi Guggulu Tab 2 bd after food Chyvanprash avalehyam 1 tsp twice a day after food Take more of home made and freshly prepared food articles Avoid junk food

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AVOID CHILLED/SOUR /PROCESSED FOOD

DIVYA IMMUNOGHRIT TAB DIVYA SWASARI VATI=1-1 TAB BEFORE MEAL TWICE DAILY

VASAAVLEHA=1 TSP WITH LUKE WORM WATER AT BED TIME

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HELLO,

You area 60 year old lady with low immunity , frequent cough and cold, and chronic bronchitis lasting for more than 6 months

This means your body’s defence system is weak, In Ayurveda -Ojas= immunity + strength + vitality -when Ojas becomes low-> the body catches infection easily

At the same time, there is a disturbance of

KAPHA DOSHA -responsible for mucus -when increased-> cough, cold, heaviness, chest congestion

VATA DOSHA -responsible for movement, dryness when disturbance along with kapha-> chronic dry cough, breathlessness, fatigue

Your digestive powder may also be weak. When Agni becomes weak-> ama (toxins) accumulate. Ama blocks the pranavaha srotas (respiratory channels), leading to -recurrent infections - persistent cough -inflammation of bronchi -slow recovery

TREATMENT GOALS -strengthen immunity -reduce kapha accumulation -balance vata -improve digestive fire -expel toxins -strengthen lungs and bronchi -prevent relapse

INTERNALLY

FOR COUGH, COLD, AND BRONCHITIS

1) SITOPALADI + TALISADI CHURNA= 1 tsp with honey twice daily after meals =reduces cough, throat irritation, mild bronchodilator, especially good for productive cough, helps lung function

3) VASAVALEHA= 1 tsp twice daily after meals =best classical medicine for chronic brochitis

4) MULETHI TABLET= 1 tab twice daily after meals =soothes throat, reduces inflammation of bronchi

5) TULSI DROPS= 10 drops in warm water twice daily =anti viral, anti cough, improves breathing

MEDICINES FOR DIGESTION AND TOXIN REMOVAL

1) TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/4 tsp after meals with warm water =improves digestion, burns ama, clears respiratory channels

2) HARITAKI CHURNA= 1/2 tsp at night with warm water =mildcleansing, prevents toxin buildup

MEDICINES FOR IMMUNITY= START AFTER SYMPTOMS IMPROVE

1) CHYAWANPRASHA= 1 tsp morning empty stomach for 3 months = builds immunity, strengthen lungs, boosts Ojas

2) GUDUCHI GHAN VATI= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =natural immunity booster, anti-inflammatory, reduces recurrent infections

3) AMALAKI RASAYANA= 1 tsp twice daily =vit c rich, rejuvenates tissues, excellent for respiratory immunity

EXTERNAL TREATMENT

These help in chronic respiratory issues and immunity

1) OIL MASSAGE= Warm sesame oil =improves circulation, reduces vata, boosts immunity

2) STEAM THERAPY= opens blocked channels, loosen ucus

3) NASYA= instill 2 drops of Anu taila in each nostril daily morning =clears sinus, prevents recurrent cold, improves breathing

DIET GOAL= strengthen digestion, prevent mucus, boost immunity -warm, cooked meals -moong dal soup -vegetable soups -garlic, ginger, turmeric -black pepper -ghee 1-2 tsp/day -amla, pomegranate -herbal teas -warm water throughout the day

AVOID -cold drinks -ice cream -curd at night -banana -deep fried foods -too much sugar - cold salads -exposure to cold wind or AC

LIFESTYLE CHANGES -sleep 7-8 hours -wake up early -sit in sunlight for 10-15 min -keep chest and feet warm -avoid dust, cold air, sudden temperature changes

AVOID -daytime sleeping -going out early morning in cold weather -drinking cold water -skipping meals

YOGA ASANAS -bhujangasana -setu band hasana -ardha matsyendrasana -vajrasana after meals

PRANAYAM -Anulom vilom= improving lung function -Bhramari= reduces stress, opens air passages -deep breathing= strengthen lungs Avoid forceful breathing

HOME REMEDIES -Tulsi-ginger-black pepper herbal tea =boil in water, drink twice daily

-Golden milk= at night with pinch of pepper

-Steam inhalaltion= with ajwain or eucalyptus once ddaily

-Honey + ginger juice= 1/2 tsp each for cough relief

Your symptom strongly suggest a long standing kapha vata imbalance , low Ojas, and weak respiratory channel immunity

The good news -Ayurveda has very effective long term solutions for your condition -with correct herbal medicines, diet, lifestyle and breathing practices, you can significantly reduce cough, build strong immunity, and prevent future infections

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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Internal Medicines 1 Sitopaladi Churna – 3 gm + 1 tsp honey → 3 times daily 2 Talisadi Churna – 2 gm + honey → after meals twice daily 3 Laxmivilas Ras – 1 tab → morning & evening with warm water 4 Swasari Pravahi – 20 ml + equal warm water → twice daily after meals 5 Chyavanprash Avaleha – 1 tsp (10 gm) → morning with warm milk 6 Haridrakhand – 5 gm → night with warm milk

External Applications Anu Tailam Nasya – 2 drops each nostril → morning Warm Sesame oil chest pack + Dashmoola Lepa → apply on chest & back → 20 min → nightly

Diet Give only: Warm moong dal khichdi + 1 tsp ghee + ginger Turmeric milk (½ tsp turmeric + pinch black pepper) → nightly Tulsi + ginger + black pepper tea → 2 cups daily Pomegranate, amla, seasonal fruits

Avoid completely: Cold drinks, curd, banana, ice-cream Fried, bakery, outside food Exposure to cold wind/AC/fan at night

Lifestyle Steam inhalation with tulsi leaves + ajwain → 10 min nightly Pranayama: Anulom-Vilom + Bhastrika → 10 min morning Sleep 9:30 PM – 5:30 AM (head slightly elevated)

Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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1.Sitopaladi Churna 1/2 tsp + Talisadi churna 1/4 tsp with honey twice daily 2.Tribhuvan Kirti Ras 2 tab twice daily with warm water after meals 3.Shwas Kuthar Ras 1 tab twice daily with warm water after meals 4.Vasavaleha 1 tsp twice daily with warm milk 5.Chyawanprash-1 tsp twice daily with warm milk before meals 6.Anu tailam-2 drops in each nostril twice daily

🥣 Dietary & Lifestyle Tips - Eat: Warm, cooked meals with spices like ginger, turmeric, black pepper, and cumin - Avoid: Cold drinks, raw salads, dairy (except warm milk), and fried foods - Hydration: Sip warm water or herbal teas (Tulsi, ginger, cinnamon) throughout the day - Steam inhalation: With eucalyptus or camphor oil once daily - Sleep: Maintain a regular sleep cycle and avoid late nights

🧘‍♀️ Yoga & Pranayama - Practice Anulom Vilom, Bhramari, and Kapalbhati daily to strengthen lungs and immunity - Gentle yoga poses like Bhujangasana and Matsyasana help open the chest and improve breathing

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Start with Chyavanprash 2tsp once daily before food with water Mix yastimadhu churan 1tsp+ Sitopaladi churan 1tsp mix with honey 3tsp and take twice daily after food with water. Have warm haldi doodh at bedtime. Do pranamyam lom -vilom kapalbhatti bhastrika daily for 5-10mins twice Do Nasya with Anu tel 2drops in both nostril twice daily. Steam inhalation once daily with 1-2 drops of eucalyptus oil.

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✔️ Do’s: ✔️ Millet roti Lentils and pulses All fruit vegetables

🧘‍♀️ Yogasan : 🧘‍♀️

1. Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) 2. Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) 3. Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose) 4. Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Fold) 5. Halasana (Plow Pose) 6. Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand Pose) 7. Matsyasana (Fish Pose) 8. Supta Matsyendrasana (Reclined Spinal Twist) 9. Surya Namaskar 10. Malasan (Squats Pose)

🧘‍♀️ Pranayam : 🧘‍♀️ 1. Anulo Vilom 2. Bhramari 3. Kapalbhati 4. Shitali 5. Sitkari

❌ Donot’s: ❌ Tea Coffee Addictions Sour Packed food Processed food Achar (pickles) Papad Fried food Avoid dairy completely Non veg products

💊 Medication: 💊

Cap. Phytonity 1 cap twice a day before food Cap.Nelsin 2 caps twice a day before food Tab. Arogyavardhini Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food

Chitrakharitaki Avleham 1 tsp early in the morning

Syp. Dashmoolarishta 3 tsp twice a day after food

Lukewarm sesame seed oil body massage followed by hot water bath.

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To address your low immunity and respiratory issues such as cough, cold, and bronchitis using Ayurvedic principles, we should focus on both herbal remedies and lifestyle adjustments tailored to your condition.

First, consider introducing Tulsi (holy basil) into your daily routine. Tulsi is renowned in Ayurveda for boosting immunity and respiratory health. You can consume it as Tulsi tea — simply boil a few fresh leaves in water for 5-10 minutes and have it in the morning and evening. Another effective herbal remedy is Ashwagandha, which strengthens the immune system. Take it in milk. Mix 1 teaspoon of Ashwagandha powder with a cup of warm milk and drink it before bed.

For respiratory issues, Sitopaladi Churna is beneficial. It helps in soothing coughs and clearing mucus. Take half a teaspoon mixed with honey, thrice daily. Turmeric is excellent for its anti-inflammatory properties—make Turmeric milk (half a tsp of turmeric powder in warm milk) and have it at night before sleep.

Pranayama such as Anulom Vilom (alternate nostril breathing) and Kapalbhati (skull shining breath) can significantly improve lung function and enhance immunity. Practice these exercises each morning in a calm environment, ensuring good ventilation.

Thrive on a Kapha-pacifying diet. Include warming spices like ginger, black pepper, and cinnamon in your meals to bolster digestion and eliminate toxins. Avoid cold, heavy, and oily foods, as they can aggravate Kapha.

Lastly, adequate rest is vital. Make sure to get enough sleep and maintain a routine that allows for relaxation and rejuvenation. If symptoms persist or worsen, it’s essential to consult with a healthcare professional for further evaluation.

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Immunity and recurring respiratory issues like cough, cold, and bronchitis can be tied to an imbalance of doshas, particularly a vitiation of Kapha combined with low agni (digestive fire). Let’s address some specific remedies to support your condition within the Siddha-Ayurvedic context.

First, consider boosting your herbal support. Sitopaladi churna is known for its efficacy in soothing respiratory troubles. You can take 1 teaspoon with honey twice a day, preferably after meals. Licorice root, another helpful herb, cleanes excess Kapha from the lungs. Licorice tea, prepared by boiling 1 teaspoon of the herb in 2 cups of water for about 10 minutes, can be sipped twice daily.

Incorporate pippali (long pepper) into your diet, as it improves digestion and enhances lung function. Adding a pinch to your meals can be beneficial.

Drink warm water throughout the day to clear mucus and improve digestion. Avoid cold and heavy foods that might aggravate Kapha and reduce your digestive capacity. Instead, favor warm, lightly spiced meals, focusing on plenty of steamed greens, rice, and lentils.

Practicing Pranayama (breathing exercises) like Anulom-Vilom and Kapalabhati can strengthen your respiratory system. Start with few minutes daily, gradually increasing as you feel comfortable

If symptoms persist or worsen, do seek immediate medical attention to rule out any serious illnesses. These recommendations should be seen as a supportive approach to your overall health regimen, not a substitute for emergency or curative treatment.

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