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How to lose weight while on steroids like Omnacortil and HCQS?
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How to lose weight while on steroids like Omnacortil and HCQS? - #54413

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Steroid ke time pe goal hota hai: -weight control karna, not aggressive loss swelling reduce karna muscle loss avoid karna –steroid medicines se weight aur swelling badh sakti hai. Isko control karne ke liye aap zyada paani, lemon water, green tea ya chaach le sakte hain. Sugary drinks aur extra salt avoid karein. Regular walk aur light healthy diet help karegi. –Advice (Pathya): Ushna jal (warm water) throughout the day Jeera + ajwain + saunf kwath 1 cup BD Takra (buttermilk) with roasted jeera, low salt – after lunch Green tea (1–2 cups/day, no sugar) —Ahara (Diet): Laghu, low salt diet Avoid processed, sugary, oily food Increase protein intake (moong dal, paneer in moderation) Early light dinner —Vihara (Lifestyle): Daily brisk walk 20–30 min (as tolerated) Avoid daytime sleep –Mild yoga: pawanmuktasana, vajrasana after meals


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Hello, Losing weight while taking steroids like Omnacortil (Prednisolone) can be challenging because they often cause water retention and increased appetite. From an Ayurvedic perspective, this is seen as an imbalance of Kapha and Agni (digestive fire). ​Here is a concise plan focusing on Kerala Ayurveda formulations to help manage weight while supporting your body during treatment: ​ ​Boost Metabolism: Ignite your Agni to prevent fat accumulation (Meda Dhatu). ​Reduce Water Retention: Use natural diuretics to flush out steroid-induced swelling. ​Dietary Rule: Favor warm, light foods. Avoid curd, sweets, and heavy fats. Prescription : 1. Varanadi Kwath 15 ml with 45 ml lukewarm water, twice daily before food Excellent for clearing fat deposits and reducing water retention. 2. Liposem Tablets 2 tablets twice daily after food Helps regulate lipid metabolism and safely supports weight loss. 3. Triphala Churnam 1 teaspoon with warm water at bedtime Ensures healthy digestion and prevents toxin buildup. ​To assist your weight loss specifically while on these medications, try these daily: ​Dhaniyaka-Shunti Water: Boil 1 liter of water with 1 tablespoon of coriander seeds and a small piece of ginger. Sip this throughout the day. It helps reduce swelling and improves digestion. ​Warm Lemon-Honey Water: Start your morning with lukewarm water, a squeeze of lemon, and half a teaspoon of honey (only if your blood sugar is normal, as steroids can raise it). ​Important Note: Since you are taking Cellmune (Mycophenolate) and HCQS, your immune system and kidneys are being closely managed. Always consult your treating physician before adding these Ayurvedic supplements to ensure there are no interactions with your current dosage of Omnacortil or Cellmune.


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?? Do ?? Drink buttermilk Shift to millet roti Dinner at 7.30 or 8 100 steps daily after both meals Breakfast should be high in fiber and protein. Dinner should be low carb high fiber. Avoid roti and rice in dinner. ??? Yoga ??? Tadasan Vrukshasan Pashimotanasan Virbhadrasan Marjarasan Hastapadanasan Dhanurasan Halasan Suryanamaskar 5 atleast ??? Pranayam ??? Anilom Vilom Bhasrika Bhramari Kapalbhati ?Don’t? Anything white like wheat, refined flour, sugar, salt, potato, sweet potato Oily food Packed food Processed food Ready to eat food Dairy products ?? Medication ?? Tab. Ampachak Vati 2 tabs twice a day before food Cap. Decrine 2 caps twice a day before food Tab. Rasapachak vati 2 tabs twice a day before food Cap. Garcinin 2 caps after food twice a day Castor oil 3 tsp castor oil at bed time Lukewarm sesame seed oil body massage daily followed by half an hour of exercise followed by hot water bath.


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आपकी स्थिति में वजन बढ़ना/कम होना दवाओं जैसे Omnacortil (steroid) और अन्य immunosuppressants के कारण बहुत सामान्य है। इसमें शरीर में जल (water retention) + भूख बढ़ना + metabolism slow हो जाता है। यह fat नहीं, दवा-induced weight gain भी हो सकता है, इसलिए धीरे और सही तरीके से मैनेज करना जरूरी 1. पाचन और मेटाबॉलिज्म सुधारें सुबह गुनगुना पानी + नींबू दिन में 2 बार हल्का भोजन (कम तेल, कम नमक) रात का खाना जल्दी और हल्का रखें 2. शरीर में पानी और सूजन कम करें खीरा, लौकी, परवल, करेला जैसे हल्के सब्जियाँ नमक और पैक्ड फूड कम करें मीठा (sugar) और मैदा से बचें 3. आयुर्वेदिक सहायता त्रिफला रात में (पाचन सुधार के लिए) हल्का गर्म पानी पूरे दिन पीना हल्की वॉक (20–30 मिनट रोज) 4. व्यायाम (बहुत जरूरी) heavy exercise नहीं, सिर्फ: brisk walking light yoga (Surya Namaskar हल्का रूप में)


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1.Medohara guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Punarnavasava 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals 3.Triphala churna 1 tsp at bedtime with warm water Helpful Drinks -Jeera–Ajwain–Saunf water – boil 1 tsp each in 2 cups water, reduce to 1 cup, drink warm after meals. -Lemon + warm water (without sugar) in morning (if acidity is not severe). -Green tea / herbal teas (Tulsi, Ginger) twice daily. -Punarnava decoction for reducing puffiness and water retention. Lifestyle Tips -Diet: Eat small, frequent meals. Avoid fried, oily, refined carbs, excess salt (important with steroids). Include moong dal, green vegetables, papaya, pomegranate. -Exercise: Daily brisk walk or yoga (30 min). Yoga poses: Surya Namaskar, Vajrasana, Bhujangasana. -Stress management: Pranayama (Anulom-Vilom, Bhramari). Regular sleep routine.


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Hello, Your case is SLE + steroids-> weight gain I’ll be honest -weight gain is mainly due to steroids + metabolism changes, not just diet So goal is -control weight safely without triggering SLE flare -support metabolism, not aggressive dieting Why weight increases on steroids -water retention -increased appetite -fat redistribution -slower metabolism So just dieting will not work Internal management 1) Metabolism + fat control -Triphala churna= 1 tsp at night with warm water =reduces fat accumulation, improves digestion + detox -Medohara guggulu= 1 tab twice daily after meals =helps reduce steroid-induced weight gain, improves metabolism 2) Liver + metabolism support(important with steroids) -Arogyavardhini vati= 1 tab once daily after lunch =supports liver, helps fat metabolism 3) Best drink (what you asked) **Jeera-Dhaniya-saunf water -boil 1/2 tsp cumin -1/2 tsp coriander -1/2 tsp fennel Drink warm morning + evening =reduces bloating, improves metabolism, safe in SLE Diet most important part -high protein= dal, panner -fiber rich= vegetables, salads -small frequent meals Avoid -salt excess (important due to steroids) -sugar, sweets -fried food Lifestyle -light exercise very important -walking 30 min daily -avoid over exertion (sle sensitive) Sleep -proper sleep herbs hormone balance Very important (don’t ignore) Do Not -stop steroids suddenly -do crash dieting It can trigger SLE flare (dangerous) Expected results -3-4 weeks= bloating reduces -6-8 weeks= gradual weight loss safe in your case= weight loss= slow + steady only Fast weight loss= risk of disease flare Best success comes from -diet discipline -metabolism support -gentle activity Do follow Hope this might be helpful Thank you


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