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Seeking Ayurvedic Support for Diabetes, Hypertension, and Recovery from Stroke
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Question #52291
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Seeking Ayurvedic Support for Diabetes, Hypertension, and Recovery from Stroke - #52291

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Good Morning I have been diagnosed with having diabetes, hypertention and high cholesterol. I have recently suffered an ischaemic stroke. Can you help me please. I want to take ayurvedic approach whilst taking modern medication and later ween my self off the modern medication. Thank you

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The most critical thing is that modern medications should never be stopped or reduced abruptly, especially after a stroke. Drugs for blood pressure and blood thinning (anti-platelets/anticoagulants) are essential for preventing a second stroke. Any “weaning off” must be a slow, supervised process that only occurs once the patient’s clinical markers (BP, HbA1c, and lipid profile) have stabilized within a healthy range for a significant period. Dietary Management (Ahara) • Diabetes (Madhumeha):Use grains like barley (Yava) or millets instead of refined white rice or wheat.  • Hypertension & Cholesterol: Reduce salt and heavy, oily foods. Incorporate garlic (Lashuna), which is traditionally used to support healthy circulation and lipid levels.  • Post-Stroke: Ensure food is warm, easy to digest, and fresh to maintain Agni (digestive fire).

Lifestyle and Rehabilitation (Vihara) Post-stroke recovery focuses on restoring movement and calming the nervous system. • Physical Activity: Gentle joint movements or supervised Yoga can improve circulation without straining the heart. • Stress Management: High blood pressure is often linked to mental stress. Practices like Pranayama can help soothe the nervous system.  Potential Ayurvedic Support While specific prescriptions depend on a physical examination, certain herbs are often discussed in this triad of conditions: • Arjuna: used for cardiac health • Guggulu: help in managing high cholesterol.  • Amalaki & Shilajit: Frequently used to support metabolic health in diabetic patients. • Brahmi & Ashwagandha: May support neuroprotection and cognitive recovery following an ischaemic event.  Therapies Once the patient is stable, specific procedures may be beneficial: • Abhyanga (Oil Massage): Gentle massage with lMahanarayan Taila can help improve muscle tone and circulation in affected limbs. • Shirodhara: Useful for managing the anxiety and hypertension often associated with stroke recovery.


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According to ayurveda this is due to vata imbalance with involvement of rasa and Rakta dhatu and requires gradual healing of nerves and vessels Take Tab normact one tablet twice daily after food Tab Glymin plus one tablet twice daily Ashwagandhadi lehyam 1 teaspoon at night Brahmi pearls one capsule twice daily after food with warm milk Include light easy, digestive food Avoid heavy oil, sugary food Include garlic, turmeric, warm, cooked food Do walking and continue physiotherapy as advised Maintain regular sleep and stress management Continue your allopathic medicine as advised Practice pranayama, meditation regularly Exposed to early morning sun for about 15 minutes daily


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Hello Firstly i want to appreciate your approach to take responsibility of your health after such a event Considering your recovery phase from an ischaemic stroke along with comorbidities like Diabetics, hypertension needs a careful approach but dont worry we are here to help you out 😊 ▪️For your understanding You are now recovering from stroke so -There remains weakness after stroke -Damage to nerve Along with hypertension, cholesterol causing metabolic dysfunction ▪️Important rule -Do not stop any modern medicines suddenly -Ayurveda acts as supportive so dont stop any medications Gradual reduction can be done but only under medical supervison ▪️Ayurvedic plan of treatment I will plan your treatment in 2 phases First phase = focusing on stabilizing Second phase = Recovery and improving strength ▪️First Phase ➖ Guduchyadi kwatha 15 ml twice daily with equal water after food. ➖Brahmi pearls 1 capsule twice daily after food This will focus on brain recovery ▪️Second phase Once your nervous system becomes stable you can go for panchakarma therapies ➖Medicated enema therapy- best for post stroke strengthening ➖Shirodhara (helps in recovering of brain and preventing further degeneration ) ▪️Diet plan ➖Include Warm and freshly prepared food -Whole grains, millets -Cooked vegatables Garlic ➖Strictly avoid -Fried food -Processed food -non veg -Sugars I have not added any medications for your Diabetics, blood pressure and cholesterol i need your right now parameters so that i can plan accordingly Better if you can take personal consultation With consistent care you will regain your strength Wishing you a good health 😊 Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate


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1.Tab Glymin 2 tab twice daily with water 30 min before meals 2.Tab Liposem 1 tab twice daily with water after meals 3.Tab Normact 1 tab twice daily with water after meals 4.Dhanvantaram taila- massage with warm oil twice daily on the affected area Diet & Lifestyle Diet: - Favor warm, light meals; avoid fried, processed, and excessively salty foods. - Include barley, oats, green leafy vegetables, garlic, and flax seeds. - Coconut water and pomegranate are heart-friendly.
-Intake Ashwagandha with warm milk at bedtime. Routine: - Gentle yoga (slow stretches, breathing exercises like Anulom Vilom). - Daily walking, but avoid overexertion. - Stress management through meditation and pranayama.


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Hello, You are dealing with a combination of -metabolic disorder (diabetes + cholestrol) -circulatory imbalance (hypertension) -vascular event (ischemia stroke= blockage in blood vessel supplying brain) Ayurvedic view -Diabetes= madhumeha (kapha + vata imbalance, metabolic toxin buildup “ama”) -Hypertension= rakta + vata dushti (circulatory tension) -stroke= pakshaghata (vata aggravation affecting nervous system) -cholestrol= medo dushti vriddhi (fat tissue imbalance) Root issue= impaired digestion-> toxin accumulation-> blocked channels-> vascular damage Treatment goals -normalize blood sugar and insulin sensitivity -reduce blood pressure safely -improve lipid profile -resotre brain function and nerve strength post stroke -cleanse microchannels prevent future blockages -gradually reduce dependency on allopathic meds Internal medications 1) For diabetes + metabolism -Katakakhadiradi kashaya=15ml+ equal warm water twice daily before meals =improves glucose metabolism, clears channels -Nishamalaki tablets= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =strong anti diabetic, improves insulin function 2) For cholestrol + circulation -Guggulutiktakam kashaya= 15ml twice daily before meals with warm water =reduces lipid accumulation, anti inflammatory -Ksheerbala 101 capsule= 2 cap twice daily after meals =nourishes nerves + supports vascular health 3) For hypertension -Sarpagandhadhi gulika= 1 tab at night =natural bp regulator, calming effect -Arjunarishta= 15ml + equal water after meals =strengthens heart and improves circulation 4) Post stroke recovery very important -Dhandanayanadi kashaya= 15ml twice daily after meals with warm water =improves nerve function and mobility -brahmi ghrita= 10gm with warm milk in morning =brain rejuvenator, memory , neutron repair External therapies Oil massage= ksheerbala taila -daily -imporves circulation, reduces vata -Steam therapy -after massage -helps remove toxins + improves mobility Lifestyle changes Daily routine -wake up early before 6 am -gentle walking 30 min daily -avoid daytime sleeping Stress management -essential for Bp + stroke prevention Yoga and pranayam -Anulom Vilom= 15 min daily -bhramari= reduces Bp and stress -chandrabhedi= calming effect Yoga -tadasana -vrikshasana -bhujangasana Avoid intense or inverted poses Diet very important -warm, light , freshly cooked meals -barley, millets, green gram -bitter vegetables karela, neem, methi -garlic, turmeric Avoid -sugar, refined carbs -fried food -red meat -excess salt very important for Bp -dairy excess Special -drink lukewarm water throughout the day -add. 1 tsp methi seeds soaked overnight Home remedies -jamun seed powder= 1 tsp daily diabetes -Garlic 1 clove empty stomach= cholestrol and Bp -Amla juice= 20ml daily antioxidant + sugar control Do not stop modern medicines suddenly Monitor sugar and bp closely (Ayurveda may reduce levels) Stroke recovery needs supervision Duration of treatment -initial improvement= 4- 6 weeks -sinificant metabolic correction= 3-6 months -stroke recovery= 6-12 months gradually Your condition is reversible to a large extent, but requires -discipline -consistency -integrated care Ayurveda works deeply at root level- repairing metabolism, clearing blockages, and strengthening nerves- but it is not a quick fix Do follow Hope this might be helpful Thank you


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You need to note that you cannot abruptly stop your allopathy medicines as they may cause sever damage that can cost life. More than medicines of any pathy you need to know that lifestyle correction is important to keep your diabetes and hypertension in control. Follow the following regime and paired with medicines will help you taper your allopathy medicines to the lowest dose. ✔️Do✔️ Eat home cooked food Dinner before sunset or maximum an hour after sunset 100 steps walking after both meals Stress free lifestyle 🧘‍♀️Yoga and Pranayam🧘‍♀️ Sarvangasan Tadasan Vrukshasan Pashimotanasan Tratak Anulom vilom Bhramari ❌Dont❌ Excessive salt All that is white in colour like wheat flour, refined wheat flour, rice, sugar, salt Alcohol Tobacco and its products Fried and oily food Processed and packed items Ready to eat meals Papad Pickles Dried Fish Dairy 💊Medication💊 Syp. Patolkatukarohiniadi kashay 3 tsp twice a day before food Tab. Sarpagandha Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food Cap. Memorine 2 caps twice a day before food Take both these medications for 21 days and monitor your bp twice a day. After that you can discontinue Memorine and take Sarpagandha Vati 1 tab twice a day. Tab. Lashunasi Vati 2 tabs twice a day after food. Syp. Prasaham 4 tsp at bed time with a cup of cow milk.


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For your problems of diabetes hypertension, cholesterol, ischemic stroke you have to continue allopathic medicine, ayurvedic will be supportive, as your reports become normal, you can ask your doctor to reduce doses, don’t self medicate. For diabetes you can start with Glymin tablet For hypertension Start with normact tablet, when you start ayurvedic medicine, keep check on your sugar levels and blood pressure levels. For cholesterol you can start with liposem tablet Also add Heposem tablet Brahmi vati Brahmi grith for nasya Ksheera bala oil for full body massage once weekly Above recommended medication have the prescription with doses mentioned Besides these you have to also take Arjuna ghanvati 0-0-1 after dinner with water. Do pranayam lom -vilom bhastrika bhamri 5-10mins twice daily.


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Multiple health issues Need personal consultation for better examination and treatment


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Do not worry But before advising any treatment I want to know complete detailed history of yours so I can guide you properly


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Namaste, Your condition — diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and recent ischemic stroke — indicates metabolic imbalance with vascular involvement, requiring very careful and safe management. The focus should be on supporting recovery, improving circulation, and maintaining stable control of all parameters. It is very important to understand that after a stroke, modern medicines (blood thinners, BP, sugar control) should be continued as advised. Ayurveda can be used as a supportive approach, not as a replacement at this stage. Prefer light, warm, freshly cooked food. Avoid oily, fried, processed, and high-salt foods. Include vegetables, whole grains, and a small quantity of ghee. Maintain regular meal timings. Gentle walking and physiotherapy (as advised) are very important for recovery. Ensure proper sleep and reduce stress. Ayurvedic medicines with dose and timing (supportive): Arjuna Ksheerapaka – once daily (for heart and vascular support) Chandraprabha Vati – 1 tablet, twice daily after food Guduchi Satva – ½ teaspoon once daily with water External support: Gentle massage with Dhanwantharam Taila or Ksheerabala Taila (if advised), especially for weakness or stiffness These are traditionally used to support circulation, improve strength, and help recovery when combined with proper medical care. Do not stop or reduce your current medications without your doctor’s advice. Gradual changes can be considered only after proper evaluation and stability. Recovery after stroke takes time, but with consistent care, improvement in strength and overall health can be achieved. Consultation can help tailor this further to your needs.


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The condition you describe is a complex case that is view as combination of pakshaghat and prameh both so our focus is on vata Shaman and medohar chikitsa 1) ksheerbala capsule- one capsule twice daily before food 2) Brahmi ghritam - 1 tsf early morning with warm water 3) Nisakatakadi kashayam- 15ml+45ml warm water toys daily 30 minutes before food 4) Arjuna Rustam 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after food 5) dhanvantaram tailam- gentle massage on limbs These medication should be taken with your modern medicine don’t stop these modern medicine without consulting your doctor Use old rice or red rice bitter guard bottle gourd green vegetables turmeric cinnamon garlic and fenugreek use very small amount of cow ghee everyday Avoid access salt refined sugar refined Maida curd fermented food deep fried items avoid sleeping in daytime or immediately after food Daily practice anulom vilom for 15 minutes gentle movement or short walk everyday ensure 7 to 8 hour of sleep


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