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Question #7435
1 year ago
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Palms and Soles Sweating - #7435

Caleb

For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a problem with excessive sweating on my palms and soles. It’s not just a minor issue—it happens even when I’m not feeling hot or nervous, and it makes simple tasks like writing or shaking hands very uncomfortable. I read that this condition is known as hyperhidrosis, but I’m interested in learning how Ayurveda addresses it. What are the Ayurvedic causes of excessive sweating in palms and soles? Could it be related to an imbalance in pitta dosha, and if so, what are the recommended remedies to bring it back into balance? I’ve come across some herbal treatments like triphala and manjistha that are said to have cooling properties. Are these effective for reducing sweating, or are there other remedies I should consider? I’m also curious about external treatments. Are there Ayurvedic oils or powders that can be applied to the palms and soles to reduce sweating and keep the skin dry? Does Ayurveda recommend dietary changes to address this issue? For instance, should I avoid spicy foods or caffeine, which might aggravate pitta dosha? If anyone here has experienced palms and soles sweating and tried Ayurvedic solutions, I’d love to know what worked for you. Did the remedies provide lasting relief, and were there any specific therapies like panchakarma or marma therapy that helped?

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Excessive sweating on the palms and soles, known as hyperhidrosis, is often linked to an imbalance in pitta dosha, which governs heat, metabolism, and transformation in the body. When pitta is aggravated, it can lead to excessive heat and moisture, resulting in profuse sweating. To bring pitta back into balance, Ayurvedic remedies like cooling herbs such as triphala, manjistha, and sandalwood can help calm excess heat and detoxify the body. External treatments like applying cooling oils, such as coconut or neem oil, and powders like dried sandalwood powder or rice flour to the affected areas may help absorb excess moisture and reduce sweating. It’s also beneficial to avoid spicy, oily, and caffeine-rich foods, as these can increase pitta and exacerbate sweating. Panchakarma therapies, particularly those aimed at detoxifying the body and balancing doshas, may provide long-term relief. Regular use of these remedies, along with stress management practices like yoga and pranayama, can help restore balance and reduce sweating.

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Hyperhidrosis, yeah! It’s actually pretty common, affecting quite a few folks, you ain’t alone in this. In Ayurveda, excessive sweating often hooks to Pitta dosha bein’ outta whack. Pitta, cause it’s all hot and fiery, loves to stir things up, leading to symptoms like ya mentioned. Now, about those palms and soles, the heat getting trapped inside might be comin’ out through sweat there—kinda like when your cup overflows, you know?

Triphala and manjistha are sweet picks! They’re cooling and cleansing, good for pacifyin’ Pitta. You can take triphala as a nighttime tonic, just a teaspoon with warm water before bed. As for manjistha, consider a capsule or mix it into a warm tea. Start slow though, just to see how your body jives with it.

Now, as for the outter stuff, there’s some things you can try. Sandalwood and vetiver powders applied on the palms and soles can be cooling, takin’ down heat. Making a paste with some rose water could work wonders too. Rub it in gently before you hit the sack. There’s also an oil massage with coconut oil—it’s cooling—perhaps mixed with a few drops of vetiver essential oil. Puttin’ it on, morning and evening, might help a bit.

Talking diet, yeah definitely chill on the spicy stuff, steer away from fiery foods and caffeine—you called it, they can make Pitta nuttier. More cool and juicy foods, like cucumbers and sweet fruits can help cool down them inner flames. Think of it as eating nature’s fire extinguisher, haha.

Therapies like panchakarma could reset your doshas, especially if done in a well-supervised setting. I would suggest finding a qualified practitioner who might recommend specific treatments just for you. Keep an eye on how everything feels ‘n tweak as necessary. Oh, and remember any significant changes or reactions, reaching out to a professional is smartest. Okay, so let’s go step by step, patience and consistency’s your buddy here. Hoppin’ for some relief heading your way!

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