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Can I take shuddhi and punarnava powders together for weight loss?
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Can I take shuddhi and punarnava powders together for weight loss? - #49229

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Can I have shuddhi powder and punarnava powder together daily for weight loss as my weight is 66kg and height is 5 ft and am 53 years old .

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Dr. Ravi Chandra Rushi
Master of Surgery in Ayurveda
157 days ago
5

Take a Navaka Guggulu 1tab bd AF Medoharavidangadhi lauha 1tab AF Mastyatail capsules 1tab bd AF Arogya vardini vati 1tab bd AF Avoid oily spicy food meat alcohol smoking u ll get results

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Dr. Snehal Vidhate
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
156 days ago
5

Hello I get why you’re worried about weight gain after 50. It’s pretty common for your body to start storing more fat and water, and your metabolism can slow down. At 53, 5 feet tall, and 66 kg, it sounds like you might be dealing with some water retention and a slower metabolism. Ayurveda can totally help you deal with this safely! YOUR CONCERNAge: 53 – Height: 5 ft – Weight: 66 kg – Goal: Lose weight – Question: Can I take Shuddhi powder and Punarnava powder together every day? How Ayurveda Sees It After 50, especially for women: – Kapha tends to increase. – Your metabolism (Agni) gets slower. – You retain more water. – Fat likes to hang out around your belly, thighs, and hips. – Punarnava helps get rid of water retention and swelling. – Shuddhi powder (for detox) helps clear out toxins and gets your digestion moving. But, if you mix them up wrong, you could end up feeling weak, dried out, and things could get off balance. So, you gotta be smart about it. Can you take them together? ❌ Not at the same time! But… ✅ YES you can use them on the same day if you time it right! How to Take Them the Right Way 1. Morning (empty stomach): Punarnava Churna – ½ tsp with warm water (Helps with water retention, swelling, and belly bloat) 2. Night (after dinner): Shuddhi Churna– ½ tsp with warm water (Detoxes your liver and gut, helps cut down on fat storage) Don’t take them at the same time, or it can mess with your digestion and hormones. To Really Lose Fat Avoid: – Rice at night –Sugar –Fried foods –Dairy at night Eat: – A light dinner – Warm foods –Veggies –Moong dal –Buttermilk Walk for 30–40 minutes every day. This way is safe, easy on your hormones, and something you can keep up with. Warm Regards Dr. Snehal Vidhate

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Dr. M.Sushma
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
155 days ago
5

They are helpful in removing the toxins n excess fluid from the body for weight loss start on Medhohara vati 1-0-1 Regular walking Drink plenty of fluids Include fruits vegetables in diet Avoid oily fried junk foods

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Dr. Sara Garg
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
156 days ago
5

You can take Shuddhi and Punarnava powders together, but: Start with small doses to check tolerance. Punarnava may increase urination; watch for dehydration. Effects on weight loss are mild; lifestyle changes matter most. - for better results combine with diet, lifestyle and excercise

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Dr. Anjali Sehrawat
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
156 days ago
5

You can take Shuddhi powder and Punarnava powder together, but they are not a guaranteed or standalone solution for weight loss. 🔑 Key Considerations Shuddhi Powder: - Marketed as a detox and fat-burn supplement. - Often contains a mix of herbs for digestion, metabolism, and cleansing. - May cause loose motions or digestive changes if taken in excess. Punarnava Powder (Boerhavia diffusa): - Acts as a natural diuretic, reducing water retention and swelling. - Supports kidney and liver health, improves digestion, and reduces inflammation. - Not a direct fat-burner; weight reduction is mostly from water loss. - Should be avoided by people with low blood pressure or those on diuretics/heart medications. 🚨 Risks & Precautions - Not a substitute for diet/exercise: Both powders may support metabolism and reduce bloating, but sustainable weight loss requires lifestyle changes. - Electrolyte imbalance: Punarnava’s diuretic effect can deplete potassium and sodium if used daily. - Age factor (53 years): At this stage, metabolism slows naturally; aggressive detox or diuretic use can strain kidneys and liver. - Medical conditions: If you have thyroid imbalance, diabetes, or blood pressure issues, consult a physician before combining these powders. ✅ Safer Approach for Weight Management - Dietary focus: Balanced meals with more fiber, lean protein, and reduced refined carbs. - Daily activity: Gentle yoga, walking, or pranayama for metabolism and stress balance. - Ayurvedic alternatives: Triphala powder at night for digestion, or Guggul-based (Like Medohara guggulu) formulations for fat metabolism, often considered safer for long-term use. Warm Regards DR. ANJALI SEHRAWAT

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Dr. Prasad Pentakota
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
156 days ago
5

YES THEY CAN BE TAKEN TOGETHER BUT NOT BLINDLY AND NOT ONLY FOR WEIGHT LOSS ESPECIALLY AT YOUR AGE AT 53 YEARS WEIGHT GAIN OR DIFFICULTY LOSING WEIGHT IS USUALLY DUE TO SLOW DIGESTION WATER RETENTION HORMONAL CHANGES AND MILD METABOLIC SLOWDOWN PUNARNAVA POWDER MAINLY HELPS IN REDUCING WATER RETENTION BLOATING AND SUPPORTING METABOLISM WHILE SHUDDHI POWDER WORKS MORE AS A DETOX AND BOWEL CLEANSER TAKING BOTH DAILY IN FULL DOSE CAN BE TOO STRONG AND DRYING FOR THE BODY AND MAY CAUSE WEAKNESS LOW BP ACIDITY JOINT PAIN OR SLEEP DISTURBANCE SO IT IS BETTER TO USE THEM CAREFULLY IN LOW DOSE AND NOT AT THE SAME TIME THEY SHOULD BE TAKEN WITH WARM WATER AND PREFERABLY AFTER FOOD FAST OR AGGRESSIVE WEIGHT LOSS IS NOT ADVISABLE AT THIS AGE AS IT CAN DISTURB HORMONES BONES AND DIGESTION YOUR WEIGHT IS ONLY MILDLY ABOVE IDEAL SO THE FOCUS SHOULD BE ON FAT REDUCTION INCH LOSS AND FEELING LIGHT RATHER THAN RAPID WEIGHT LOSS WITH A GENTLE AYURVEDIC APPROACH YOU CAN REDUCE WEIGHT SAFELY WITHOUT HARMING YOUR BODY

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Dr. Gursimran Jeet Singh
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
156 days ago
5

Yes – you can safely take both together daily for weight loss. Shudhi Powder (usually a detox blend with Triphala, etc.) helps clear Ama & improves metabolism. Punarnava Powder reduces water retention & supports kidney/liver function (excellent for fat loss in women post-50). ✓Recommended Dosage Shudhi Powder: 1 tsp (3–5 gm) at night with warm water Punarnava Powder: 1 tsp (3–5 gm) morning with warm water Take after meals to avoid acidity Continue 3–6 months consistently (safe long-term at this age) ✓Quick Tips for Best Results Drink 2.5–3 L warm water daily Eat light: moong khichdi + ghee, cooked lauki, pomegranate, thin buttermilk + jeera Avoid: sugar, maida, fried, heavy dairy, late dinner Walk 30–45 min daily + Vajrasana 10 min after meals Sleep 10 PM – 6 AM strictly Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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Dr. Maitri Bhavesh Kumar Acharya
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
153 days ago
5

HELLO, Yes, Shuddhi powder and punarnava powder can be taken together, but. only when chosen correctly for your constitution, digestive fire and Doshic imbalance. For weight losss at 53 years, caution and proper method are essential WEIGHT = 66 KG HEIGHT= 5ft AGE= 53 years Your BMI is slightly above ideal, not obesity. At this age, weight gain is usually linked to -mandagni (slow metabolism) -kapha dominance -mild Ama accumulation -possible vata increase due to aging Hence, aggressive fat reducing herbs are NOT advised ABOUT YOUR TWO HERBS 1) SHUDDHI POWDER usually contains herbs like Triphala, Trikatu, Guduchi, etc ACTIONS -improve digestion -removes ama -supports metabolism -mild detoxifying effect USEFUL WHEN -bloating -sluggish digestion -heaviness after meals Overuse may aggravate vata, causing dryness, weakness or acidity - especially after 50 2) PUNARNAVA POWDER A rejuvenative and balancing herb ACTIONS -reduces water retention -improves kidney and liver function -reduces inflammation -supports healthy metabolism BEST SUITED FOR -puffiness -mild edema -weight gain due to fluid retention -age related metabolic slowdown Punarnava is safer and more suitable after 50 CAN BE TAKEN TOGETHER Yes, but in controlled dosage and proper timing SAFELY TAKEN MORNING (empty stomach) -Punarnava churna= 1/2 tsp -Lukewarm water AFTER DUNNER (2 hours later) -Shuddhi powder= 1/4 tsp -Lukewarm water or honey water DURATION= start with 21 days OTHER BEST WEIGHT LOSS PROTOCOL EFFECTIVE EXERCISES focus on combining cardio, strength, and core exercises. CARDIO(daily for 30-45 mins) -Brisk walking/jogging - cycling -jump rope - dancing or aerobics these help burn fat all over, including the belly. CORE- TARGETED WORKOUTS(3-5 TIMES/WEEK) -plank = 3 sets of 30-60 sec - Russian twists= 3 sets of 20 reps - Leg raises -Mountainclimbers -Suryanamskar= 8 rounds daily YOGA ASANAS -bhujangasana -pawanmuktasana -naukasana -dhanurasana This diet is kapha reducing, which means it helps reduce body fat, improves metabolism, and minimise water retention and heaviness 1) GRAINS(choose light, low glycemic) -old rice, barley, millets- bajra, ragi, jowar, quinoa, whole wheat AVOID= white rice, maida, processed breads or bakery items, heavy or sticky grains like oats 2) PULSES AND LEGUMES -moong dal= easy to digest , light -massor dal -hoarse gram= very good for reducing fat(kulthi) -chickpeas- chana roasted or boiled AVOID= rajma, chole, urad dal- they are heavy and produce gas if digestion is weak, overcooked or creamy dals 3) VEGETABLES -leafy grreen= spinach, methi, coriander, curry leaves -lauki, tinda, karela, pumpkin -cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, carrot, beans -drumsticks, snake gourd - radish-especially good for belly fat AVOID= potato, sweet potato , arbi, -tomatoes in excess -excess onion garlic at night COOKING- steam or light saute vegetables with mustard seeds, cumin, ginger, and turmeric in minimal oil 4) FRUITS -apples, pear -papaya= excellent for digestion -pomegranate -guava, watermelon= take in morning only -seasonal berries -amla- raw or juice AVOID= banana, mangoes, grapes, chikos, any fruits after sunset, fruit juices= high sugar 5) DAIRY PRODUCTS -buttermilk=diluted curd, churned, spiced with roasted cumin,ajwain - low fat curd- only in daytime - cow’s milk-if needed boiled with turmeric or ginger AVOID= cold milk, panner, cheese, khoya, full cream milk, curd at night 6) FATS AND OILS -cows ghee- small quantity, helps in fat metabolism -cold pressed mustard oiler sesame oil AVOID -refined oils, deep fired food 7) SPICES AND HERBS these helps stimulate digestion, improves metabolism and reduce bloating -ginger, cumin, ajwain, black pepper, turmeric, cinnamon, fenugreek, asafoetida use these in cooking or as herbal teas- cumin-fennel-coriander decoction after meals 8) BEVERAGES -warm water throughout the day - herbal teas -jeera water AVOID= cold water, aerated drinks, packaged fruit juices, sweet lassi or milkshakes 9) SNACKS-light dry and non sugary - roasted makahna, roasted chana, dry fruits in moderation -chia seed water -sprouts= moong, chana with lemon, no salt AVOID -buiscuits, chips, namkeen, bakery items, sugar bars or energy drinks HOW TO EAT -eat only when hungry- no emotional or boredom eating - eat in calm, mindful environment - avoid overeating, even healthy foods - use warm, cooked meals, over raw/cold food -obseve mitahara- balanced, moderate, quantity of food MEDICATIONS ADVISED FOR WEIGHT LOSS AND BELLY FAT PHASE 1- DETOX AND METABOLISM duration= for week 1-4 1) TRIPHALA CHURNA- 1/2 tsp with warm water at bedtime =improves gut health, reduces fat absorption, prevents constipation 2) TRIKATU CHURNA- 1/2 tsp with honey 15 minutes before meals twice daily = burns toxins, stimulates fat metabolism 3) WARM LEMON-HONEY WATER -juice of 1/2 lemon+ 1 tsp honey in 1 glass warm water =first thing in the morning on an empty stomach PHASE 2= FAT BURNING AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT duration= week 5-12 4) MEDOHARA GUGGULU- 2 tabs twice daily after meals with warm water =reduces kapha and meda dhatu- fat tissues, helps in belly fat loss 5) PUNARNAVA MANDUR-FOR WATER RETENTION AND LIVER METABOLISM = 2 Tabs after lunch and dinner =imporves metabolism , supports kidney, liver detoc and reduces bloating 6) VRIKSHAMLA CAPSULES- 1 cap 30 minutes before meals twice daily =reduces appetite, inhibits fat storage MONITOR WEIGHT EVERY 2 WEEKS TRACK DIGESTION AND ENERGY LEVELS STAY HYDRATED DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL THANK YOU DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

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Dr. Surya Bhagwati
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
153 days ago
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Shuddhi powder will help in cleansing your intestines Punarnava powder will help remove toxins from kidney. For weight loss you will have to add Medohar guggul 2-0-2 after food with warm water. Tablet Liv-52 1-0-1 after food with water, will help improve metabolism. Do pranayam lom -vilom kapalbhatti bhastrika daily for 5-10mins twice. Drink warm water through out the day Skip one meal either breakfast or lunch. Dinner should be light and early consisting of soup salad vegetable, dal. Brisk walking atleast 30 minutes daily.

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