Author: Dr. Vikram Chauhan

Alternative Treatment of Mog Antibody Disease

ABSTRACT

The antibodies which are proteins that circulate in the bloodstream and a source of the body’s immune system target the MOG found on the outer surface of the ‘Myelin’(fatty proteins which protect nerve cells) of our central nervous system and causes inflammation in the optic nerves of the brain. According to the study, MOG Antibody Disease can affect individuals of all ages. It usually starts during the early- to mid-30s. The risk of developing the disease is slightly higher for women as compared to men. The article discusses the disease called MOG Antibody disease, its causes, symptoms, and natural treatment to treat the disease provided by Planet Ayurveda.

Introduction

MOG Antibody Disease is an autoimmunity based neurological disease that causes the occurrence of inflammation in the optic nerves or inflammation of the spinal cord or the brain. Myelin Oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG) is a protein found on the surface or the outer layer of myelin sheaths of the central nervous system. The antibodies of MOG damage these protein layers and targets the immunity response hence affect the normal functioning of the central nervous system. The patient with MOG antibody disease suffers from inflammation of the optic nerve, spinal cord and the brain.

Mog Antibody Disease

Causes

MOG Antibody disease has no clear or exact cause. This immunity neurological disorder is caused due to the post abnormal infectious immune system response to MOG protein.

 Symptoms

Some of the symptoms of MOG Antibody Disease based on the damage caused by inflammation of the optic nerves, or the spinal cord are:

  • Vision problems like blurred vision
  • Eye pain
  • Complete vision loss (in rare cases)
  • Back pain
  • Weakness in arms and legs
  • Bowel movement problems
  • Vomiting and nausea
  • Extreme tiredness

Diagnosis

Diagnosis can be done clinically using radiography when MOG antibodies in the blood are found in patients who have repeated inflammatory attacks of the central nervous system.

Treatment

MOG Antibody disease can be treated using oral steroids, Plasma exchange, immunosuppressants and intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIGs). MOG Antibody Disease can also be managed naturally with the help of Ayurveda. The natural method of treatment is the ancient medicine system of India in which herbal therapies are used to treat diseases and Ailments.

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1. Ashwagandha Capsules

Ashwagandha Capsules from Planet Ayurveda contains an ingredient called trimethylene glycol which helps to calm the inflammatory symptoms. In Ayurveda, ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera) also called Rasayana; is a herb that helps to maintain good mental and physical health. This amazing herb is known to reduce stress and nervous breakdowns by maintaining the stress hormone in the body. These ashwagandha capsules are very helpful in treating MOG Antibody disease as it has proven abilities to support nerve functions, improve brain health, reduce hypertension, and helps in reducing the nervousness during the panic attacks.

Dosage: 1 capsule two times a day after meals.

2. Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras

These tablets from Planet Ayurveda are prepared from a mixture of pure and effective natural ingredients, like Swarna Bhasma (Calx of gold), Suta Bhasma (a compound of purified Mercury and purified Sulphur), and Abhraka Bhasma (Calx of Mica), Loha Bhasma (Calx of Iron), Pravala Bhasma (Calx of Coral) and Aloe Vera juice. It is very useful in the Treatment of MOG Antibody Disease as it manages Vata dosha disorders such as paralysis, hemiplegia, facial palsy and tremors, maintain a healthy nervous system, and improve overall neurological health.

Dosage:1 tablet, two times daily after meals.

3. Curcumin Capsules

These curcumin capsules from Planet Ayurveda are prepared from the main ingredient ‘Curcumin’ found in Turmeric (Curcuma longa). Turmeric is known as an excellent Ayurvedic ingredient for managing various disorders like MOG Antibody Disease because of its anti-inflammatory properties and also helps in relieving the pain, reducing inflammation, strengthening the nervous system, and treats the condition naturally.

Dosage: Take 1 capsule, two times daily after meals.

4. Nourish-Maxx Power

This herbal powder by Planet Ayurveda specifically made from a perfect mixture of ayurvedic herbs known widely because of their known medicinal abilities. The powder consists of herbal ingredients like Shatavari (Asparagus Racemosus), Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera), Gokshura (Tribulus Terrestris). Nourish Maxx powder helps to provide natural treatment against MOG Antibody disease because the ingredients from this herbal powder work magically to strengthen the muscles, provide nourishment to the body and improve the functioning of the overall nervous system.

Dosage: Take 1 teaspoonful, two times a day after meals

5.Brahmi Capsules

These capsules from Planet Ayurveda are prepared from pure herbal extracts of ‘Brahmi’ herb (Bacopa Monnier). It works as a perfect brain tonic, support in promoting neurological health. Brahmi increases the serotonin levels in the brain which helps to keep the mind calm and provide relief to the mind hence promote good mental health and works effectively to reduce panic attacks. Brahmi capsules contain the herb which has great importance in the ayurvedic field in the management of neurological issues, relieving inflammatory conditions, hence helps to manage MOG antibody disease.

Dosage: Take 1 capsule, two times a day after meals with plain water.

6. Amalaki Rasayan Capsules

These capsules from Planet Ayurveda are prepared from the pure herbal extract of ‘Amalaki’ herb (Emblica Officinalis). These capsules help to manage MOG Antibody Disease as it is rich in iron, calcium, vitamins, essential amino acids, and antioxidants properties which help to reduce headache, blurred vision, any burning sensation in the eyes, eyestrain, dizziness, double vision, etc. It is also an effective herb that rejuvenates the body, enhances overall mental and physical health, supports the nervous system, and balances the body’s doshas.

Dosage: 1 capsule, two times a day after meals.

Conclusion

MOG Antibody disease is an autoimmune neurological disorder caused by inflammation of the optic nerves of the brain and the inflammation of a section of the spinal cord. Planet Ayurveda provides a wide variety of herbal and natural products. All these herbal products for MOG Antibody diseases are 100% natural and safe to use. These products from Planet Ayurveda help to cure the condition naturally, by strengthening the overall immune system and improving the functioning of the nervous system. These products are prepared according to ancient ayurvedic knowledge and principles.

An Ayurvedic Perspective of Depression ( Vishada)

Abstract

One in four people in the world experience mental/ neurological disorders at some point in life. Ayurveda is the science which not only treats your disease but also maintain a healthy person’s healthy life as said in its aim (prayojana)- “”Swasthashya swasthya rakshanam aturasya vikara prashmanam ch”. Recent cases of mental disorder are found, whether, in the daily life of a housemaker, sportsperson, or in the entertainment world too and reviews on ayurvedic studies of ancient times also reveal that psychiatry also had their role in those eras. So, this article describes “depression” along with its management and treatment.

INTRODUCTION

General Introduction

Depression is more than sadness (SAD – Seasonal Affective Disorder), many people use the word depression to explain the feeling like – life’s struggle, setback, disappointments, but it’s more than that.

Depression varies from people to people like

  • Feelings of helplessness and hopelessness.
  • Loss of interest in daily activities.
  • Sleep changes like oversleep or no sleep (insomnia).
  • Anger or irritability.
  • Concentration problems – trouble in focusing, making decisions, and remembering things.
  • Unexplained aches or pains.

Depression

Mythological View

Vishada is witnessed in the Arjuna Vishada Yoga, the first chapter of Bhagavat Gita(verse 14), where Arjun mighty warrior describes his helpless condition as- Arjun says, my limbs feel weak and loose, my mouth dried up with heat, tremors all over my body and I feel horripilation,my bow slips from my hand and my skin is burning all over, my brain is whirling and I can’t stand any longer.

Ayurvedic View

According to Dalhan-[vaka kaya chitavsaadvishadam] i.e vishada is the state of avsada which is characterized by lassitude of spirit,body and mind,where the physical and mental retardation of the individual is understood.

Aetiology/nidana (Cause of depression): basic nidana- 1.Asatmendriyathsamyoga- unwholesome contact with the objects may be in the atiyog( excessive use) ,ayog ( no use) ,mithya yog( incorrect use), and sometimes it also occurs due to social abuse.

Pragyaapradh- Poor lifestyle habits such as overwork, lack of sleep, poor diet, and lack of regular exercise, knowingly doing wrong things.

Parinaam-results of all misdeeds

PATHOGENESIS: vishada affect our mind (Mana) by above nidan and thus leads to-

  1. Mano vibram (loose mental ability)
  2. Buddi vibram (loose intellectual power)
  3. Chestha vibram (loose stamina to do work)

PREMONITORY SYMPTOMS

  • Dukita(distress, unhappy or grieved )
  • Manah kheda(feeling of depression)
  • Asiddhi bhaya(fear and anxiety or apprehension of failure)
  • Bhramatimanas(wandering mind)

Complication

The complications that can be seen

  • Most importantly this disorder causes social isolation.
  • The person can’t cope up even with a situation like he is indulged in conflicts whether it’s about family or professional life.
  • It leads to weight gain and thus causes heart disease.
  • Physical illness
  • Pain in the body and anxiety.
  • Hazardous drawback of this disease is suicidal feelings.

Ayurvedic Management

Management of mental illness in Ayurveda is done on 3 broad aspects-

  • Daviyapashya chikitsa- Devine therapy
  • Yuktivipashya chikitsa
  • Satvajayaya- Ayurvedic psychotherapy

Herbal supplements by Planet Ayurveda

Herbs for Depression

Alternative Medicine for Herbal remedies for Depression

To deal with depression Planet Ayurveda has contributed its best. Which not only will help to strengthen the nervous system but will bring clarity in the higher mental functions of the individual. So, to tackle this disease you must follow this Ayurvedic Medicines for Depression as described in the Depression Care pack. It includes the following medicines:

Products Description

1. Gotu Kola Capsules

  • Ingredients:- Madhukparni
  • Scientific name: Centella Asiatica

Significance

  • This herb has an anti-hypertensive effect.
  • Titrated extract of Centella Asiatica (TECA) and a good therapeutic effect on the nervous system.
  • According to the Vedic point of view, Aacharya Charaka described it especially as “Medhya Rasayana” here Medhya means memory power. Hence, this product helps in enhancing memory power.

2. Medhya Churna

Ingredients – Combination of

  • Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri)
  • Vacha (Acorus calamus)
  • Sunthi (Zingiber officinale)
  • Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)
  • Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis)

Significance

  • Brahmi – It is also Medhya.
  • Vacha – extract was found to suppress the primary as well as secondary problems related to the brain.
  • Sunthi
  • Control the number of motion.
  • Improvement of appetite.
  • Ashwagandha – its powder significantly relieves from symptoms of anxiety neurosis.
  • Shankhpushpi – according to the Vedic point of view this is also a Madhya Rasayana hence this also helps in memory enhancing.

So, in combination, this product helps in depression and stress management.

3. MEMORY SUPPORT

Combination of

    • Brahmi
    • Vacha
    • Shankhpushp
    • Licorice/ Yastimadhu- (Glycyrrhiza glabra)

Significance– Brahmi is a brain tonic and Vacha helps to stimulate the normal functions of the nervous system, they synergistically act along with Shankhpuspi because of its medhya and cooling properties, it is a great choice to alleviate depression.

Yastimadhu-[tridosha hara] also manages all tripods of life – vata (mobile functions of body), pitta (intelligence, digestive power, anxiety, and behaviors), kapha ( balance functions and other factors).

In addition to this, the product helps in sleep disturbances and memory support also.

4. STRESS SUPPORT

Combination of

  • Ashwagandha
  • Tagar( Valeriana wallichii)
  • Brahmi

Significance– Brahmi, and Ashwagandha acts as nervine tonics. They help to normalize the hormones.

Tagar – Tagar is also used in apasmara is one of the mental disorders, hence this product is helpful in depression.

Dosage

  1. Gotukola Capsules – 2 capsules twice daily with plain water.
  2. Medhya Churna – 1 pinch of powder twice daily or 1 gram twice daily.
  3. Memory Support – 1 capsule twice daily with plain water.
  4. Stress Support – 1 capsule twice daily with plain water.

Diet and Lifestyle

  • Learn to do self-love rather than running for show off and for fake appreciation. No matter whatever color, height, size, race, community, religion, the gender you belong to.
  • By change in daily routine like exercise.
  • Take a balanced diet.
  • Eat healthy and balance.

Others Procedures To be Taken

  • Shirodhara
  • Abhyanga
  • Dietetics
  • Yoga
  • Appropriate lifestyle

Conclusion

Psychological and psychodynamic methods [SATVAJAYAYA] are assigned to individuals, this helps for the normal state of patients. So, must follow the above-given guidelines to manage depression.

And Most Importantly ☝️

�”Hate the disease, not the person who is fighting or is the survivor of it. “Talk with him/ her all they need is the support “and we can pull him/ her out from that hole (depression).