Seeking Remedies for Cholesterol Deposits and Skin Issues - #45081
Want to remove cholesterol deposit little it’sthere near eyes any remedy…also have dark patchy knees suddenly it’s become dark and my skin is verydry also have thyroid
How long have you noticed the cholesterol deposits near your eyes?:
- More than 6 monthsHave you experienced any recent changes in your diet or lifestyle?:
- Yes, minor changesHow would you describe your overall skin condition?:
- Very dry with no other issuesDoctor-recommended remedies for this condition


Doctors' responses
Hello,
Thank you for explaining your condition in detail. Your cholesterol deposits near the eyes (likely Xanthelasma), sudden dark patchy knees, very dry skin, and thyroid condition together indicate Kapha–Pitta imbalance, Rasa–Rakta dhatu impairment, and sluggish lipid metabolism. The aim of treatment will be to reduce lipid accumulation, lighten hyperpigmentation, deeply hydrate skin, and correct metabolic imbalance caused by thyroid issues.
🔎 Recommended Investigations 1. Lipid Profile – total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides. 2. Thyroid profile (TSH, Free T3, Free T4) – to check control. 3. Liver function test – important before lipid-lowering therapy. 4. Vitamin D3 – low levels → dry skin. 5. HbA1c – to rule out prediabetes (common with Xanthelasma).
💊 Internal Medicines (Ayurvedic) Phase 1 – 15 days (Lipid correction & detox) 1. Arogyavardhini Vati – 1 tablet twice daily after meals (fat metabolism). 2. Punarnavadi Kashayam – 15 ml with 30 ml warm water twice daily before meals (detox & reduces swelling). 3. Triphaladi Gugglu – 1 tablet twice daily (helps in cholesterol regulation).
Phase 2 – 45 days (Skin nourishment & pigmentation reduction) 1. Manjishtadi Kashayam – 15 ml + 30 ml warm water twice daily before food (removes pigmentation & purifies blood). 2. Khadirarishtam – 15 ml with equal water after lunch & dinner (for dry skin & dark patches). 3. Ksheerabala capsule – 1 capsule at bedtime (deep nourishment, reduces dryness).
🌿 External & Supportive Remedies For Cholesterol Deposits (Xanthelasma)
(Natural remedies lighten them; complete removal requires dermatology procedures like laser or TCA peel) 1. Castor Oil + Garlic extract * Mix 1 drop castor oil + 1 drop garlic juice * Apply ONLY on the deposit, not on eyelids * Keep for 10–15 minutes and wash * Do 3–4 times weekly 2. Vitamin E capsule oil * Apply gently on the spot at night * Helps flatten the pad gradually. 3. Aloe vera gel (fresh) * 10 minutes daily * Reduces inflammation.
(If deposits are growing → get lipid profile checked immediately)
For Dark Patchy Knees 1. Ubtan for Knees (3–4 times a week) Turmeric – ½ tsp Besan – 1 tsp Milk – 1 tsp Lemon juice – 2 drops Apply 10–12 mins and wash with lukewarm water. 2. Aloe vera + Vitamin E night pack Mix fresh aloe gel + 1 Vitamin E capsule Apply at night Lightens pigmentation & softens skin. 3. Oil massage Warm Kumkumadi oil or Dhanwantaram oil Massage knees daily before bath.
For Very Dry Skin (Thyroid-related) 1. Bala–Ashwagandha oil or Dhanwantaram taila Full body massage 4 times a week Leave for 20 minutes → warm bath. 2. Coconut oil + Camphor (very small pinch) Use for extremely dry, flaky patches. 3. Bath water should be lukewarm, not hot 4. Apply thick moisturizer within 3 mins of bathing 5. Use glycerin + rose water mix at night on hands/legs
🥗 Diet & Lifestyle Recommendations ❌ Avoid: 1. Fried foods, sweets, bakery, cheese, red meat. 2. Late-night eating (worsens thyroid & cholesterol). 3. Soil contact/friction on knees (causes pigmentation). 4. Long hot showers (increase dryness).
✅ Include: 1. Warm water all day (improves metabolism). 2. 1 tsp flax seeds or chia seeds daily (omega-3 for skin). 3. Turmeric milk at night for skin healing. 4. 2 walnuts + 2 almonds daily. 5. Green leafy vegetables, carrot, beetroot, bottle gourd. 6. Ghee ½–1 tsp daily (reduces dryness internally).
🧘🏻♀️ Gentle Practices 1. Anulom Vilom – 5 minutes morning & evening (balances thyroid). 2. Bhramari – reduces inflammatory stress. 3. Neck stretching – improves thyroid circulation.
🕉️ Follow-up & Duration * Improvement in dryness → 2–3 weeks * Lightening of knees → 4–6 weeks * Cholesterol deposits reduction → 6–12 weeks (partial). * Get lipid profile report once every 3 months.
✨ With regular care, improved lipid metabolism, nourishing oils, and consistent skin treatment, your knee darkening, dry skin, and eyelid cholesterol deposits will reduce steadily.
With kind regards, Dr. Sumi MS (Ayu)
Medicines 1 Kanchanara Guggulu: 2 tablets twice daily with warm water (For Thyroid function) 2 Arogyavardhini Vati: 1 tablet twice daily before food (To correct liver metabolism/cholesterol & Agni). 3 Maha Manjisthadi Kashayam: 15ml with 45ml warm water twice daily (For skin pigmentation/darkening & blood purification). 4 Triphala Churna: 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water (For mild detox and cholesterol management).
External Therapy Local Abhyanga (Knees & Body): Apply Nalpamaradi Thailam daily 30 minutes before bath to treat dry skin and remove darkness/hyperpigmentation.
Lekhana (For Eyes): Gentle application of a paste made from Triphala powder and honey over the cholesterol deposits (wash off after 20 mins) – Caution: Avoid contact with eyes.
Dietary Advice Hydration: Drink only warm water throughout the day (Ushnaodaka) to clear channels. Inclusions: Include Barley (Yava), Horse gram (Kulthi), Ginger, Black Pepper, and Turmeric in daily cooking. Exclusions: strictly avoid curd (yogurt), refined sugars, bakery items, cold drinks, and deep-fried foods.
Cooking Fat: Use small quantities of Cow Ghee (stimulates digestion without aggravating cholesterol).
Lifestyle Advice Vyayama (Exercise): Daily brisk walking for 30 minutes to stimulate metabolism. Yoga: Practice Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand) and Kapalbhati Pranayama specifically for Thyroid health. Sleep: Avoid day sleep (Divaswapna) as it increases Kapha and Medas.
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
Tab lipomac 2 bd Take kanchnar gugulu 2 bd Apply panchtikta ghurth surface 2 times day
Don’t worry take lipomap 1tab bd, Arogya vardini vati 1tab bd, mastyatail capsules 1tab bd, varanadhi kashayam 20ml bd enough, medoharavidangadhi lauha 1tab bd, nalmaparadi tail external application
Dr RC BAMS MS
Start on Kanchanar guggulu 1-0-1 Triphala guggulu 1-0-1 Mahamanjistadi aristha 4 tsp-0-4 tsp after meals Apply Kumkumadi taila over knees and massage
HELLO SIR/MAM,
1️⃣ Cholesterol deposits near the eyes – Xanthelasma
These yellow-white patches happen when cholesterol gets deposited under the thin eyelid skin.
👉 No cream, home remedy, oil, or Ayurveda medicine can 100% remove the existing deposit. 👉 Only dermatology procedures remove them (laser, radiofrequency, TCA, excision).
BUT… Ayurveda can PREVENT them from growing or coming back by controlling cholesterol, liver fat, and metabolic imbalance.
So we can manage, slow, and prevent, but cannot “melt” them fully with external remedies.
2️⃣ Dark knees + very dry skin + thyroid
Hypothyroidism commonly causes: • Dry, rough, flaky skin • Darkening over knees, elbows, underarms • Slow skin cell turnover
So your thyroid + dryness + friction is causing knee darkening.
This can be improved with internal + external care.
⭐ Internal Ayurvedic medicines :
Arogyavardhini Vati – 1 tablet twice daily after food for 2 months Triphala Guggulu – 1 tablet twice daily after food for 2 months Punarnavadi Kashayam – 15 ml with equal water twice daily before food for 6 weeks
For dry skin + dark knees Amla Capsule – 1 capsule twice daily Shatavari Kalpa – 1 teaspoon with warm milk at night Triphala Churna – ½ teaspoon at bedtime with warm water
⭐ External simple home remedies (safe) For Xanthelasma (near eyes) – ONLY prevention (Do NOT apply anything harsh near the eyes.) • Apply pure castor oil gently using cotton earbud at bedtime • Keep for 20–30 minutes only • Wipe clean
👉 This does NOT remove deposits but helps prevent progression. For dark knees + dryness
Do this 4–5 times a week:
Step 1 — Gentle scrub • Mix 1 tsp rice flour + 1 tsp rose water • Rub on knees for 1 minute • Wash off
Step 2 — Brightening pack • Apply aloe vera gel + a pinch of turmeric • Keep 15 minutes • Wash
Step 3 — Moisturize
• Apply Kumkumadi oil or Coconut oil at night
(Yes, this combination is safe and gives good results.)
⭐ Foods to avoid (very important for eye cholesterol deposit) • Fried foods • Bakery items • Red meat • Excess ghee • Cheese • Egg yolk • Late dinners
⭐ Foods to include • Warm water • Amla • Flax seeds • Moong dal • Vegetables • Turmeric • Garlic (½ clove daily)
⭐ Investigations (important to understand why deposits came) Lipid profile Thyroid profile (TSH, T3, T4) Liver function test Fasting blood sugar These are usually altered in xanthelasma.
⭐ You are NOT alone. Cholesterol deposits, dry skin, and dark knees are very common in thyroid patients. You cannot fully remove the patches at home, but you can stop them from spreading and significantly reduce knee dryness and irritation with the right routine. I’ll help you step by step.
Warm regards, Dr. Karthika
Cholesterol deposits near the eyes darkened knees dryness of skin and thyroid imbalance is due to weak digestive fire With regular treatment and right care your going to see good changes Xanthaelasma is due to deposition of yellow fats near the eyes So we have to work on fat metabolism digestion and liver function Thyroid slows circulation and moisture supply so dryness increases You can start in Arogyavardini vati Punarnavadi mandura Kanchanar guggulu All 3 tablets with warm water twice daily Sarovadyasava Mahamanjistadi aristha 2 tsp each with equal quantities of water after meals Mix rice flour , milk pinch of turmeric and apply over knees daily Do whole body massage with coconut oil Keep yourself hydrated Regular sleep Early dinner Home cooked meals ghee sesame seeds dry fruits soaked overnight Avoid heavy fried foods except sugar cabbage broccoli
1.Triphala guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Tab Liposem 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 3.Neemghan vati 2 tab twice daily with water after meals
- Skin Care - Apply aloe vera gel or coconut oil for dryness. - Gentle scrubbing with besan (gram flour) + turmeric + milk paste for dark knees. - Avoid harsh soaps; use mild herbal cleansers.
- Diet - Favor light, warm, easily digestible foods. - Reduce oily, fried, and heavy foods. - Limit sugar and refined flour. - Include barley, oats, green leafy vegetables, and bitter foods (like karela, methi).
Hello!
I can understand your concern but dont worry i will explain you everything in simplest form and always here to help you out 😊
✅YOUR CONCERN 1. Dry Skin 2. Dark Knees 3. Thyroid 4. Cholesterol deposit around Eyes
See Dry skin and Dark knees are due to vata aggrevation on balancing or pacifying vata it will gradually improve.
For thyroid continue your mediaction Also check thyroid profile once in 6 months
Cholesterol deposit around your Eyes 1. Check Lipid profile
✅AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT
👉DRY SKIN
1. Mahatiktakam ghrita 1 tsp morning empty stomach follwed by warm water
Externally- 1. Apply Eladi coconut oil all over the body and massage for 15 mins follwed by hot water bath
Diet - Increase intake of ghee in your meals
👉DARK KNEES
Externally- Apply Mansjisthadi taila and massage over knees before bath
Use manjistha + sariva powder for scribing Apply light kumkumadi taila over knees daily at night
👉CHOLESTEROL DEPOSIT
Here you can go with two approach If you want instant relief You can go for kshara karma Medicinal application will be done over the deposit it will burn the deposit like laser treatment It should be done under supervision of ayurvedic physician It is safe and effective
if not feasible you can do 1. Varunadi Kashayam 15ml-0-15ml +45 ml water after food ( this will reduce further deposits)
Externally - Apply saindhavadi taila With regualr application it will reduce the size and prevent further deposit
Investigation 1. CBC ESR CRP LIPID PROFILE THYROID PROFILE
✅DIET MODIFICATION INCLUDE - Ragi, millets Whole grains Buttermilk
Avoid- Fried, Reheated food items Curd Fermented food
With consistent treatment you will definately see the change in you 😊
Wishing you a good health😊
Any doubts be free to message us Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate
For cholesterol deposit: Start with Triphala guggul 1-0-1 after food with water Aarogyavardhini 1-0-1 after food with Arjun ghanvati 1-0-1 after food with water For dry skin: Use sesame oil for full body massage during winter season and coconut oil during summer season, Do this twice weekly. For Dark skin on knees : Apply kumkumadi oil at bedtime. Do pranayam lom -vilom kapalbhatti bhastrika bhamri 5-10mins daily twice daily.
For cholesterol deposits around the eyes, known as xanthelasma, a holistic approach is essential. Ayurvedically, it’s often linked to Kapha imbalance and poor lipid metabolism. Focus on diet and lifestyle to improve these. Start with incorporating ginger tea daily as ginger helps in managing cholesterol levels. Drinking warm water with a tsp of honey and half a tsp of lemon juice each morning can also support lipid metabolism.
Consider Triphala churna (a mixture of three fruits) as it aids digestion and removes toxins. Take about 1/4 tsp with lukewarm water before bed. Guggul, an Ayurvedic herb, may be beneficial for managing lipid levels; consult with a practitioner for precise dosage.
For skin dryness and dark knees, hydrate and nourish from the inside out. Include more healthy fats in your diet such as ghee and soaked almonds. Regularly apply coconut oil or sesame oil. Try a natural pack made from aloe vera gel and turmeric powder on the knees, let it dry, and wash off after 20 minutes twice a week for balancing complexion and softening skin.
The thyroid condition may contribute to skin issues. Enhance your thyroid function by eating iodine-rich foods like seaweed and selenium-rich Brazil nuts, but confirm with healthcare provider to ensure it aligns with your thyroid needs.
Regular abhyanga, or self-massage with warm sesame oil, can be useful to balance Vata, improving skin moisture. Avoid exposure to wind or extreme temperatures to manage skin dryness.
Balancing sleep and stress levels can further support your skin and thyroid health. Gentle yoga and deep breathing exercises like Pranayama could be beneficial too. Always consult your healthcare provider prior to starting new treatments, especially if you are on thyroid medication, to ensure they complement your existing care.
Cholesterol deposits near the eyes, often called xanthelasma, can be associated with imbalances in lipid metabolism. From a Siddha-Ayurvedic perspective, this can be linked to Pitta and Kapha imbalances. To help address this, you can try including foods and herbs that improve liver function, like turmeric and bitter gourd juice, which help regulate cholesterol levels. Aim to consume one teaspoon of turmeric with warm water daily, which may support balance in the metabolization processes.
For the dark patchy knees and dry skin, it’s common in those with thyroid imbalances, often related to an Agni (digestive fire) imbalance. Addressing Agni is crucial, as it can affect nutrient absorption and overall tissue health, known as dhatu nourishment. Consider regular oil massage with warming oil like sesame, which can help improve skin texture and moisture. Massage your knees daily for about 10 minutes before bathing.
Dry skin can also be exacerbated by imbalances in Vata dosha—ensure you’re hydrated and consider mixing a small amount of ghee with your food. Including a teaspoon of ghee in your meals might support internal lubrication and help with skin dryness.
Given the association with thyroid issues, any serious changes in skin or new patches that develop should be evaluated by a medical professional to ensure proper and timely diagnosis. These remedies can be complementary but do not replace the need for potentially necessary conventional treatments or evaluations, particularly related to thyroid health. Avoid making dietary changes that could interfere with thyroid medications without consulting a healthcare provider.

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