Ah, the post-dengue road to recovery, it’s a tricky one sometimes. Platelet counts can really be a concern, and it’s great that you’re looking at it from a natural angle. Let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of what Ayurveda might offer for this.
Papaya leaf juice, yep, it’s quite popular for platelet boostin’. There’s some anecdotal evidence and small studies hinting it might help to increase platelet counts. But it isn’t the only ride. Giloy (Guduchi) is a gem when it comes to immunity-boosting, and it may indirectly support platelet production by enhancing overall health resilience. Look for Guduchi Satva, which is a concentrated extract – usually a teaspoon mixed with water is recommended.
Ashwagandha is another friend here; it’s more about boosting your vitality and managing stress, supporting the body to recover at its best pace. You can take it as a churna (powder) mixed with warm milk or water.
These herbs are generally safe to mix with your diet and vitamins, but make sure nothing you’re taking conflicts with your prescriptions. When in doubt, a quick chat with your doc wouldn’t hurt.
Onto diet – think fresh and easy on the digestion. Ayurveda loves light, cooked veggies, soups, and warm teas, especially during recovery. Avoid cold, heavy, or overly spicy foods – they can dampen your agni, or digestive fire. Pomegranate and beetroot can be your good buddies; they’re said to support healthy blood.
In terms of how long it takes, well, it varies, you gotta be a little patient. A week or two to see some shifts, but it does depend on how you’re integrating things. Signs? Feeling less fatigued, maybe a bit more energetic, or your reports showing an uptick, those are pointers.
Regarding precautions, keep an eye on any discomforts or allergies from herbs – not common, but sometimes they pop up. And always, if it’s not working or you’re feeling off, scale back and reassess.
Other folks might’ve had faster recoveries, but everyone’s journey is a bit different. Stay tuned to your body, it’s smart.



