Namaste, After fever and cold, especially at the age of 80+, it is common to feel low energy and loss of appetite for some time as the body is recovering. Simple measures that may help: Give light, warm, and easily digestible food like khichdi, soups, and dal rice. Offer small, frequent meals instead of heavy meals. Ensure adequate fluids like warm water, herbal teas, or thin buttermilk. Add mild spices like ginger, cumin, and black pepper in food to support digestion. Allow proper rest and gradual activity, do not force exertion. If weakness or appetite loss persists beyond 1–2 weeks or worsens, it is better to consult a doctor for evaluation. Ayurvedic medicines sometimes used to support recovery and energy include: Chyawanprash – traditionally used to support strength and immunity. Drakshasava – sometimes used to help improve appetite and energy. Consult me for more advice and suggestions on the above medicines.
• Chyavanprash Lehyam - 800 Gm - Kerala Ayurveda (Chyavanprash 800 Gm) — x3 • Draksharishta (450 Ml) - Kerala Ayurveda (Draksharishta 450 Ml) — x3
Since the patient already eating home cooked meal adjustments can accelerate recovery give thin Rice Water season with Pinch of dry ginger and black pepper fresh pomegranate juice a gentle application of sesame oil on feet can help
Take warm haldi doodh at bedtime Steam inhalation once with few drops of eucalyptus oil Warm water Gargle. Do pranayam lom -vilom ,bhastrika daily for 5-10mins twice. Follow up after 1 week
Don’t worry. Take Ashwamedh 1tab bd AF Makardwaja 1tab od Avoid oily spicy food meat alcohol smoking u ll get results
Avoid oily spicy and processed foods. Regular exercise and meditation. Use boiled water for drinking. Increase intake of raw vegetables and fruits Sy.Gerifort 15ml twice Tab Liv-52 DS 1-0-1
●Drink too much water juice eat healthy food fruits vegetables. Do yoga pranayam. Hydration os needed. Daily intake of water 3 4 lit. Keep mind stress free .Avode smoking drinking. Take Ashwagandha Churna and chavanprass
YOUR FRIEND IS 86 YEARS OLD AND RECENTLY HAD FEVER AND COLD NOW FEELS LISTLESS AND HAS LOSS OF APPETITE THIS IS COMMON AFTER INFECTION IN ELDERLY AS THE BODY IS WEAK AND DIGESTIVE FIRE IS LOW HE SHOULD FOCUS ON NOURISHING EASILY DIGESTIBLE FOODS LIKE WARM SOUPS LENTILS RICE COOKED VEGETABLES AND GHEE SMALL FREQUENT MEALS WILL HELP RESTORE ENERGY IN AYURVEDA HERBS LIKE ASHWAGANDHA 500 MG TWICE DAILY SHATAVARI 1 GRAM TWICE DAILY GUDUCHI 500 MG TWICE DAILY CAN HELP IMPROVE IMMUNITY AND STRENGTHEN THE BODY FOR RECOVERY HE SHOULD AVOID COLD RAW FOODS AND HEAVY SPICY MEALS REST ADEQUATELY AND TAKE WARM WATER FREQUENTLY MODERATE LIGHT EXERCISE LIKE SHORT WALKS INSIDE HOME CAN IMPROVE CIRCULATION IF LISTLESSNESS PERSISTS OR IF HE HAS FEVER SHORTNESS OF BREATH WEIGHT LOSS OR CHEST SYMPTOMS HE SHOULD SEE A DOCTOR PROMPTLY FOR EVALUATION HIS WIFE SHOULD ALSO FOLLOW SIMILAR NOURISHING DIET AND SUPPORTIVE HERBS WHILE ENSURING SHE STAYS HYDRATED AND RESTED
Let them start with Giloy tab 1-0-1 Ashwagandha cap 0-0-1 Chitrakadi vati 1-0-1 Sithophaladi churna 1/2-0-1/2 tsp with honey Once advice them to get the routine basic fever profile
Hi Ask them to take Chitrak haritki avelaga 1 tsp BD Haridra khand 1 tsp BD Laxmivilas rasa nardiye-1 BD All above with warm water
Weakness and loss of appetite after fever and cold usually happen because Agni (digestive fire) becomes weak and Kapha-Vata imbalance remains in the body after illness. Ayurveda focuses on restoring Agni, improving digestion, and gradually rebuilding strength. 1. Ayurvedic Medicines (15 days) Chitrakadi Vati Dose: 1 tablet twice daily after meals with lukewarm water. Benefit: Improves Agni (digestion), stimulates appetite, and reduces Ama (toxins). Laxmi Vilas Ras Dose: 1 tablet twice daily after meals with honey or warm water for 15 days. Benefit: Helps in recovery after fever, cold, and respiratory weakness, improves strength and vitality. (Medicines should preferably be taken under guidance of an Ayurvedic physician, especially in elderly patients.) 2. Diet Guidelines Since appetite is low, food should be light, warm, and easy to digest. Recommended foods Moong dal khichdi with a little ghee Vegetable soups (bottle gourd, carrot, pumpkin) Rice gruel (kanji/manda) in the initial days Warm herbal water (boiled with ginger or cumin) Stewed apple or ripe papaya in small quantities Foods to avoid Cold foods and drinks Fried, oily, and heavy foods Curd at night Packaged or processed food 3. Lifestyle Guidelines Encourage adequate rest and sleep to help recovery. Drink small sips of warm water throughout the day. Gentle short walks inside the house once energy improves. Keep the body warm and protected from cold wind. Light abhyanga (oil massage) with warm sesame oil can help reduce weakness and improve circulation. 4. Simple Home Support A pinch of dry ginger powder with honey once daily can help improve appetite. Tulsi-ginger warm herbal tea may help clear residual cold and improve energy. If weakness, fever, breathlessness, or loss of appetite continues beyond 1–2 weeks, they should consult a physician to rule out any underlying condition.
HELLO, In Ayurveda , this condition is a classical example of vata-kapha imbalance post fever -INITIAL STAGE (fever/cold)= the ama (toxins/undigested matter ) and vitiated Kapha Dosha accumulated in the respiratory tract causing cold and fever -CURRENT STAGE (no appetite)= The fever has subsided but the digestive fire has becomes extremely weak. The ama created during the fever has now started to circulate and block the subtle channels of the body This leads to heaviness, tastelessness, loss of appetite, and loss of strength Because they are In their 80s , their tissues are naturally weaker making recovery slower TREATMENT GOALS -Deepan-pachan= kiddle the digestive fire and digest the remaining ama -BALYA= gentle nourishment to restore strength without increasing ama INTERNAL MEDICATIONS PHASE 1= DEEPAN PACHAN First 5 days 1) TRIKATU CHURNA= 1gm mixed with little honey twice daily before meals =acts as a deep metabolic stimulant. It digests ama and relieves kapha blockages 2) SITOPALADI CHURNA= 3gm mixed with 1 tsp honey twice daily after meals =excellent post febrile tonic for the respiratory system. It improves appetite and relieves residual cough or congestion 3) HIGWASTAKA CHURNA= 1gm with warm water before meals = removes vata disturbances in the digestive tract PHASE 2= AFTER APPETITE RETURNS Focus on gentle rejuvenaton 1) CHYAWANPRASHA= 1 tsp twice daily after meals with warm milk = ultimate geriatric tonic . It nourishes all seven dhatus , improves immunity and restores energy 2) ASHWAGADHA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm milk at bedtime =rejuvenates the muscles and nervous system ,directly combating listlessness DIET PLAN The diet must be warm, light, liquid and oily to counter vata dryness and kapha heaviness -RICE GRUEL= the water from cooked rice . season with a pinch of rock salt and ginger juice. This is the ideal food for the first few days -KHICHDI= add a little ghee after cooking -SOUPS= vegetabe soup with ginger and black pepper or warm moong dal soup -WARM MILK= small quantities of warm warm milk with a pinch of turmeric or nutmeg at night, provided it does not worsen congestion AVOID STRICTLY -Absoutely No cold drinks, refrigerated food, fruits straight from the fridge -avoid heavy sweets, pastries, deep fried items. af ledtvers -avoid raw salads ad curd, especially at night LIFESTYLE ADVICE -COMPLETE REST =The body repairs itself during sleep.Encourage them to rest and take short naps if needed -GENTLE WARMTH= ensure they are warm avoid ac or fans directly blowing. Gentle massage of the feet and hands with warm sesame oil will soothe vata and improve circulation INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED -CBC -Blood sugar levels HYDRATION CHECK= ensure they are passing urine at least 4-5 times a day and the color is pale yellow to clear. If urine is dark or infrequent , they are dehydrated and need ORS or medical attention DO FOLLOW HOPE THIS MIGHHT BE HELPFUL THANK YOU
Dont worry. Eldery body takes time to heal itself. You can fasten the process simply by taking- Chawanprash avleham 2 tsp in a day with milk Amrituaristam 20 ml twice a day after meal Sanjivani vati 2 tablet twice a day after meal.
✓Medicines Drakshasava – 10 ml + 20 ml warm water twice daily after meals Chyawanprash (sugar-free / low-sugar version) – ½–1 tsp morning with warm water or milk (if tolerated) Pippali churna – 250–500 mg twice daily with honey (small pinch) Ashwagandha capsule (low dose) – 250 mg night with warm water ✓Daily Must-Do Warm water sip all day (small amounts frequently – 1.5–2 L total) Very small & frequent meals (5–6 times/day) – never force large portions Light sun exposure 10–15 min morning (vitamin D & mood lift) Gentle 5–10 min walk indoors or in balcony (if able) – improves appetite & circulation ✓Diet Morning: ½ banana mashed with ½ tsp ghee + pinch cardamom Mid-morning: thin moong soup (very dilute) + ½ tsp ghee Lunch/Dinner: thin moong-rice khichdi (70% water consistency) + 1 tsp ghee + pinch rock salt Evening: pomegranate juice (diluted) or coconut water (small amount) Night: warm milk (or almond milk) + pinch nutmeg/jaiphal Avoid: cold, raw, heavy, spicy, fried, dairy if bloating occurs Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
Namaste After fever his diet should be be in such a way that It should give nourishment but should not be heavy or so have green gram soup Ganji made from 1part rice+14 part water+spices Chitrakati vati 1-0-1B/For 2days Then for 2days green gram pongal Rasam sambar With same tablet mentioned above Then 5day focusing on digestion capacity you can have normal food and maintain health with healthy diet Thank you
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