Your current medicines are great for PCOD but do not provide B12 or D. Chronic deficiency suggests Malabsorption (Grahani Rog), your gut isn’t absorbing nutrients effectively.
1. Vitamin B12 Protocol (The Probiotic Fix) • Soak cooked rice in water overnight (8-10 hours) in a clay pot. Eat it first thing in the morning. This generates natural B12 and heals the gut. • Moringa: Add 1 tsp of Moringa powder to your diet daily.
2. Vitamin D Protocol (Sun & Oil) • Expose your Spine and Navel to sunlight for 20 minutes (10 AM–2 PM). • Apply Sesame Oil on the skin before sunbathing to speed up Vitamin D synthesis. • Slice mushrooms and keep them in direct sun for 1 hour before cooking. They absorb and store Vitamin D.
3. You are taking Dhatri Loha (Iron). If you take a Calcium/Vit D supplement, keep a 3-hour gap from the Iron. Calcium blocks Iron absorption.
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
Low vitamin B12 and D in PCOD is very common, especially with a vegetarian diet, even if you are taking good Ayurvedic medicines like ashwagandha shatavari licorice datri lauh and Brahmi vitamins will not rise and less absorption and exposure are corrected…
For vitamin D, take 20 to 30 minutes of exposing to early morning sunlight Hadjod capsule one capsule twice daily after food with warm milk can be taken
For vitamin B 12 night, soak melon seeds pumpkin seeds sunflower seeds almonds at morning, grind it to a paste and take with honey Triphala churna 1 teaspoon with warm water at night can be taken to improve gut absorption Also include ghee sesame seeds Avoid tea coffee immediately after meals as they block vitamin absorption
With proper diet, sunlight and improved digestion, vitamin B12 and D levels, usually start improving within 8 to 12 weeks
Hello I understand your concern very well. Women with PCOD are very prone to have low Vitamin B12 and Vitamin D levels, especially if they follow a vegetarian/vegan diet.
The medicines you have been taking (Ashwagandha, Shatavari, Licorice, Dharti Loha, Brahmi) are good for the hormones and the brain, but they do not raise B12 and D levels significantly on their own.
YOUR CONCERN – IN SUMMARY
You are suffering from: Low Vitamin B12, Low Vitamin D, PCOD, Mood changes, Mostly vegetarian/vegan diet
👉 These deficiencies can cause PCOD, mood swings, fatigue, hair loss, anxiety, and irregular periods to become worse.
WHY B12 & D ARE LOW (AYURVEDIC VIEW)
Manda Agni (weak digestion & absorption), Rasa & Majja Dhatu Kshaya, Lack of natural dietary sources in a vegetarian diet, Less sun exposure → low Vitamin D, PCOD itself disturbs nutrient metabolism.
HOW TO INCREASE VITAMIN B12 (MOST IMPORTANT)
FOOD SOURCES (Limited in a vegetarian diet)
Milk, curd, paneer, Homemade buttermilk, Fermented foods (idli, dosa, kanji – small benefit only)
⚠️ Diet alone is usually NOT enough
REQUIRED: B12 SUPPLEMENT (SAFE & NECESSARY) Best option: Methylcobalamin Dose: 1500 mcg, twice weekly Duration: 3 months, then recheck levels
👉 It is quite safe even if you are taking Ayurvedic medicines and it does NOT lead to PCOD treatment interference.
Or supradyn tablet 0-0-1
HOW TO INCREASE VITAMIN D (ESSENTIAL FOR HORMONES)
SUNLIGHT (NON-NEGOTIABLE) 20–30 minutes daily Time: 10 am – 2 pm Expose arms & legs (without sunscreen)
FOOD SUPPORT Cow’s ghee (small quantity) Milk (if tolerated) Sesame seeds Mushrooms (sun-dried)
REQUIRED: VITAMIN D SUPPLEMENT
Drise 60 k IU capsules weekly once for 4 weeks After that maintenance: 60,000 IU once a month
👉 It is very important, especially in the case of PCOD.
AYURVEDIC SUPPORT FOR ABSORPTION
You may keep taking your present medicines and have an additional:
1. Trikatu Churna ¼ tsp with warm water once daily before lunch Helps digestion & absorption
2.Amla Rasayana 1 tsp every morning Helps tissue nourishment & immunity
DIET CHANGES (VERY IMPORTANT)
INCLUDE
Warm, freshly cooked meals Moong dal, red rice, millet Cow’s ghee (1–2 tsp/day) Pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds Dates & soaked almonds Adequate protein
AVOID
Excess tea/coffee Cold foods Junk & packaged food Skipping meals
LIFESTYLE TIPS
Sleep before 11 pm Daily walking or yoga (especially Surya Namaskar) Pranayama: Bhramari & Anulom Vilom Reduce stress (very important for PCOD)
👉 It is very hard to fix B12 and D deficiency without supplements, especially in vegetarian women with PCOD.
👉 Supplements are NOT chemicals, they are replacement therapy for deficiency.
FOLLOW-UP After 3 months recheck Vitamin B12 & D levels
Once corrected, we can lower the doses and maintain naturally
Warm regards, Dr Snehal Vidhate
Take Panchamritha lauha 1tab bd, laksadi Guggulu, Gandha tail 1tab bd ull get results
Dr RC BAMS MS
It’s a major problem in North Indian peoples due to mostly vegitaranism …and some rich source veg diet includes these vitamins not consumed generally…
Veg source of vit b12/D3:-
Drumstic powder/soup/vegitable:- genrally called as moringa or sanhijan fali in North eastern part of india /bihar and bangal region…it’s a rich source of vit B12 …
Boiled sweet corn= rich in B12
Mushroom veggies= contains higher amount of vit d …
Treatment:- nutrela b12 bio fermentation cap= 1-1 cap after meal twice daily
Nutrela d2k= 2-2 tab chew after meal twice daily
Regards
Dr Atul painuly Patanjali yogpeeth chikisyayala
this good and safe you take b12 injection 5 alternate day than take week 2 times for 5 injection than take once month than take plant base vitamine b12 (hani ayurveda) take uprise d3 once week for 8 dyas
Thank you for contacting Ask Ayurveda
Low vitamin B12 and vitamin D are very commonly seen in women who are having PCOD, especially when the diet is mostly vegetarian. Mood changes, low energy, anxiety, irritability and lack of motivation are often connected to these deficiencies
In PCOD, digestion and absorption do not work in an effective manner. Even if you are eating reasonably well, the body may not absorb vitamin B12 and vitamin D properly due to hormonal imbalance, stress, irregular sleep and weak digestive fire. Because of this, levels remain low for many months.
The medicines you are taking now lik ashwagandha, shatavari, licorice, dharti loha and brahmi are supportive for hormones, stress and mental balance.But they do not directly increase vitamin B12 or vitamin D. So these vitamins need separate attention.
For vitamin B12, food sources are much limited in a vegetarian diet. Regular intake of warm milk or curd, paneer and homemade dairy can be taken but in most cases it is not enough to correct a deficiency. If you take eggs, one egg daily is beneficial .
For vitamin D.Daily exposure to early morning sunlight for 20–30 minutes, will helps the body produce vitamin D naturally. Along with this,you can include good fats like cow’s ghee, soaked almonds and sesame seeds in your diet. Along with that you can take Hadjod capsule 1 cap twice daily after food
While taking dharti loha, keep a gap of at least 2–3 hours between iron and vitamin supplements. Iron taken together with vitamin D or B12 can reduce absorption.
Simple lifestyle support is equally important. Sleep before 11 pm, reduce tea and coffee , regular walking or light exercise, and avoidi excess sugar and refined foods will help both PCOD and vitamin absorption. Mental stress directly affects vitamin levels, so continue ashwagandha and brahmi … After three months, repeat vitamin B12, vitamin D and iron storage levels to see how the body is responding.
Regards Dr prasad
When addressing low vitamin B12 and D levels, especially with the backdrop of PCOD and the herbal regimen you’ve mentioned, it’s crucial to approach this holistically while aligning with your dosha and dhatus. In Ayurveda, imbalances in vata dosha can affect absorption, so let’s focus on nurturing agni (digestive fire) to enhance nutrient uptake, beginning with vitamin B12.
Vitamin B12 is predominantly found in animal products. If you’re vegetarian, fortified foods like certain cereals and plant-based milks can be beneficial. It might also be wise to consider B12 supplements if your diet lacks adequate sources. Given your current herbal use, confirm with a healthcare provider to avoid any contraindications.
Boost digestive efficiency by sipping warm ginger tea 30 minutes before meals. This can stimulate agni and support absorption. Trikatu powder (a blend of black pepper, long pepper, and ginger) is another option; a pinch post meals might aid digestion and increase nutrient uptake. Ensure meals are timely and consistent, focusing on cooked, sattvic foods that don’t further imbalance doshas.
For vitamin D, sunlight exposure is fundamental. Aim for 15-20 minutes of sun exposure daily in the morning or late afternoon, allowing your skin to synthesize vitamin D naturally. If sun exposure is low due to geographic or lifestyle factors, vitamin D supplements are another route. Again, check compatibility with your existing treatments, maybe they’re not necessary at all.
As you already take ashwagandha and shatavari, which have beneficial effects on hormone balance, these can indirectly support overall wellness, potentially helping improve the body’s nutrient retention capacity. Monitor your health regularly, and it’s a good idea to keep regular tabs on vitamin levels through blood tests to adjust your strategies accordingly.
Continue all your medicines as before For Vitamin D Include sesame seeds (3-4tsp), milk and milk products, paneer, Apply sesame oil all over the body and expose to direct sunrays during sunrise and sunset time. Walking atleast 30 minutes in open air area. For increasing vitamin B12: Include sprouts, cocoa powder, fermented foods like idli, dosa, add yeast in rotis, Apple Cider vinegar 10ml daily in a glass of water.curds After following above remedies check for the report after 2 months
