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Gastroparesis and it’s Natural Treatment

What is Gastroparesis?

Gastroparesis, also known as delayed gastric emptying, is a disorder that is caused due to severe vagus nerve injury which helps in the contraction of stomach muscles in order to move through the digestive tract. This condition is a result of the weakening of stomach muscles thus, resulting in irregular contraction of stomach muscles during digestion. According to medical surveys, this chronic disorder affects 10% of men and 40% of women globally.

GASTROPARESIS

What are the Signs and Symptoms of Gastroparesis?

Severe abdominal pain and bloating
Sudden loss in appetite
Fluctuations in blood glucose levels
Malnutrition and sudden weight loss
Acid reflux
Heartburn or Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GRED)
Nausea and vomiting due to improper digestion of food
Fatigue
Blood in vomit
Less urination
Dizziness
Dark-colored urine
Irregular bowel movement
Dehydration
weakness

What are the Leading Causes of Gastroparesis?

Some of the major causes that increase the risk of gastroparesis are discussed as follows-

1. Uncontrolled Diabetes

Diabetes mellitus which is commonly known as “Madhumey” is considered to be the fundamental cause of gastroparesis. Type I diabetes and Type II diabetes damage the pacemaker cells located on stomach walls and vagus nerves, that circulates oxygen and helps our body to absorb essential nutrients. All over this slows down the digestion and causes fluctuations in blood glucose levels.

2. Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism is also considered as an underactive thyroid, in which there is low production of thyroid hormones. Depletion in the quantity of thyroid hormones hinders secretory functions of the digestive tract. It affects the gastrointestinal system and motility, which is caused due to accumulation of mucinous material.

3. Scleroderma

Scleroderma is an autoimmune skin disease that is characterized by fibrosis in skin. This causes the depleted blood supply to the nerves which stimulate the bowel movement. Hence, it weakens the gut muscles along with the esophagus and both the intestines.

4. Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s disease is an accelerating disorder that is caused by the degeneration of nerve cells that control body movements. This disease inhibits the movement and co-ordination between muscles in the affected person. It causes constipation or infrequent bowel movements which leads to vomiting, fullness, nausea, bloating, etc. and triggers symptoms of gastroparesis.

Complications

Gastroparesis can Cause Several Complications, such as:

Malnutrition
Triggers the symptoms of diabetes by increasing blood glucose levels.
Dehydration
Constipation and digestive disorders leading to Bezoars, the hard solid mass of food.
Worsening the quality of life.

Ayurveda and Gastroparesis

According to the Ayurveda, gastroparesis can be treated effectively with natural herbs and some changes in the lifestyle which strengthens the stomach muscles. Gastroparesis or slow digestion is the result of an imbalance in Tridosha i.e. Kapha, Pitta and Vata. This disorder can be cured by three Ayurvedic therapies named Panchkarma, Rasayana, and Shodhna along with herbal remedies and improved diet. It is believed that Mandagni (weak digestion) is the core cause of all the ailments. Moreover, if the digestive system is not functioning smoothly, tends to result in improper assimilation and digestion of the food. Ayurvedic system of medicine provides long-lasting results with no side effects. medications.

Natural Treatment of Gastroparesis by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is a renowned herbal manufacturing organization producing effective blends that are 100% pure and vegetarian. These are fully safe to use and the preparation does not involve any chemicals agents, preservatives, artificial colors, additives or binders, etc. They are offering some tremendously beneficial herbal pack for gastroparesis which includes Digestion support capsules, Mahashank Vati, Chitrakadi Vati, and Digesto plan syrup.

Herbal Supplements for Gastroparesis

1. Chitrakadi Vati

This herbal product contains various herbs like Chitrak (Plumbago zeylanica), Ginger (Zingiber officinale), Piper nigrum, Piper logum, Piper logum root, Ferula asfoetida, Piper chaba, Trachyspermum roxburghianum. Benefits of the herb’s use in this formulation are as follows-

Chitrak (Plumbago zeylanica)

This is one of the useful medicinal plants containing potential therapeutic properties like cardiotonic, hepatoprotective and neuroprotective. It also comprises of two beneficial properties i.e. appetizer (Deepaniya) and digestive (Pachaniya) which tends to improve digestive disorders. Chitrak works miraculously in curing Aama dosha.

Ginger (Zingiber officinale)

Ginger, which is known to pacify Vata and Kapha dosha, is also beneficial in relieving constipation and curing abdominal pain. This herb is a great appetizer and reduces symptoms of liver diseases, respiratory disorders, and cardiovascular diseases.

Black Pepper

Black pepper, commonly known as “Kalimirch” (in Hindi), is a traditional Indian herb and a spice. This magical herb is beneficial in curing indigestion, increasing appetite and cleansing the intestine, improving digestive disorders.

Dosage- 1-2 tablets two times a day with lukewarm water.

2. Digesto Plan Syrup

Planet Ayurveda is offering this amazing herbal syrup to enhance the secretion of useful enzymes for improving digestion. The syrup contains various herbs like Amalaki (Emblica Officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi), Sonth (Zingiber officinale), Marich (Piper nigrum), Jeerak (Cuminum cyminum), Dhanayak (Coriandrum sativum), Saunf (Foeniculum vulgare), Pudina (Mentha piperita) and Shatpushpa (Anethum sowa), that prevent Ama dosha and improve indigestion.

Dosage– 1-2 teaspoonful two times a day.

3. Heartburn Capsules

Heartburn herbal capsules improve the digestive system naturally as they are formulated by the goodness of natural herbs such as Coral calcium (Praval pishti), Agate calcium (Akik pishti), Kamdudha Ras, Jahar mohra pishti, Mukta pishti, and Giloy satva. This product reduces the symptoms of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GRED), digestive disorders, balances pitta dosha and strengthens the immune system.

Dosage– 1-2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.

4. Mahashankh Vati

Mahashankh Vati is an amazing herbal supplement, formulated with a blend of Pippali mool (Piper longum), Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica), Dantimool (Baliospermum montanum), Marich (Piper nigrum), Shunti (Zingiber officinale), Vatsanabha (Aconitum ferox), Hingu (Ferula asafetida), and Panchlavanaand Shankhabhasma. These herbs provide potential benefits in improving many ailments like indigestion, acidity, diarrhea, ulcerative colitis, abdominal pain and irritable bowel syndrome.

Dosage- 1-2 capsules two or three times a day with plain water after meals.

5. Digestion Support Capsules

These herbal capsules contain various traditional herbs like amla (Emblica officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Bahera (Terminalia bellirica), Sounf (Foeniculum vulgare), Dhania (Coriander sativum), Pippali (Piper longum) and Jeerak (Cyminum cuminum). It strengthens the digestive system and triggers the liver and intestines to secret123

digestive juices. It also has beneficial properties that relieve constipation and other digestive ailments.

Dosage- 2 capsules two times a day with plain water after meals.

Contact Planet Ayurveda Support Team to provide you the costing / ordering and delivery information at – costing.planetayurveda@gmail.com or Call at 0172-521-4030 (India), +91-172-521-4030 (Outside India) or Whatsapp at (+91) 9915-593-604.

How are Ayurvedic Herbs More Effective Than Amandantine in Parkinson’s Disease?

What is Parkinson’s Disease?

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that occurs when brain cells or neurons start degenerating. In this disease, a region in the brain called substantia nigra contains cells (dopaminergic) that produce dopamine starts degenerating. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays a significant role in controlling movements and emotions.

Parkinson’s Disease

What are The Signs and Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease?

Parkinson’s disease can be mild initially or might go unnoticed and can occur depending on age or person. Some of the symptoms may include-

Tremor Shaking of hands, fingers, and limbs
Bradykinesia Parkinson’s disease results in slowed down movements, steps become shorter and simple tasks become time-consuming.
Depleting Automatic Movements Reduced ability to perform unconscious movements like blinking, smiling or swinging hands while walking.
Rigidity in Limbs and Muscles Painful stiff muscles that might restrict your range of motion.
Balance and Gait Problem Changes in the manner of walking due to loss of control in movements.
Diminishing Posture and Balance Individual affected may start developing a stooped posture or might face difficulty in balancing.
Speech Changes A person may hesitate in sharing emotions and speaks either too softly or quickly.
Non-Motor Symptoms Depression, constipation, sleeping disorders, and apathy.

what are The Causes of Parkinson’s Disease?

The causes for Parkinson’s disease remain unknown but the major reason for the onset of this disease is the dropping of dopamine levels which ultimately cause motor or non-motor symptoms. There are several factors that may lead to Parkinson’s disease.

Genetic Factors Any variation or mutation in genes raises the risks of Parkinson’s disease. It may be due to the deletion or addition of genes that could be inherited from parents.
Environmental Factors These factors may include head injury, exposure to pesticides, herbicides, metals and Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs).

Diagnosed And Treatment

About 40% of the Parkinson’s disease cases are not diagnosed and 25% get misdiagnosed. Some of the clinical and physical examinations which are used in diagnosis are as follows-

Positron emission tomography (PET)
Computed tomography (CT) scan
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

What is Amantadine?

Amantadine is a synthetic primary tricyclic amine that possesses antiviral, antiparkinsonian and antihyperalgesic properties. This works significantly in stimulating dopamine from dopaminergic nerves that manage Parkinson’s disease.

What can be the side effects of Amantadine?

Persons who have been receiving amantadine may have some adverse effects like suicidal thoughts, neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), nausea, hallucinations, etc. So individuals facing the issues with allopathy treatment are either suggested to reduce the dosage, stop it completely or should change the mode of treatment either.

Alternative treatment for Parkinson’s disease

Treatment for Parkinson’s diseases can be managed depending on the severity of the symptoms. According to Ayurvedic principles, Kampa Vatha or Parkinson’s disease is caused due to the unbalancing of Vata dosha which dries up the nerves. This can be treated naturally by herbal supplements and changing lifestyle which will not have any kind of side effects.

Natural treatment for Parkinson’s disease by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is offering a Parkinsonism care pack which has been formulated by 100 % pure herbs under managed supervision of MD Ayurveda experts. All the products mentioned below are natural, vegetarian and free from any kind of harmful chemicals, additives, and preservatives.

Product description

1. Ashwagandha Capsules

Its is herbal supplements offered by Planet Ayurveda is formulated with pure extracts of (Withania Somnifera) which is beneficial in relieving stress, increasing energy and strength in the body. Ashwagandha has tremendous properties in the rejuvenation of nerve cells and improves sleep quality. This product is also beneficial in improving circulation, assimilation of nutrients, pacifying Kapha and Pitta dosha. It has proved to be useful in treating various ailments like arthritis, hypertension, spermatorrhea, tuberculosis, depression, insomnia, erectile dysfunction, and diabetes.

Dosage-2 capsules two times a day after meals with plain water.

2. Brahmi Chyawanprash

Brahmi Chyawanprash is an herbal combination of many medicinally important herbs like Brahmi (Bacopa Monnieri), Dashmoola, Bala (Sida Cordifolia), Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera), Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus Niruri), Shatavari (Asparagus Racemosus), Nagarmotha (Cyperus Scariosus), Jivanti (Leptadenia Reticulate), Punarnava (Boerhavia Diffusa), Jeerak (Cumimum Cymimum), etc. which makes it enriched with minerals and vitamins. This formulation is beneficial in treating Asthma, Gout, anorexia, Nervosa, male infertility, insomnia, and dementia. Brahmi Chyawanprash prevents skin diseases, blood disorders, improving memory, indigestion, and improves immunity. Brahmi itself works tremendously in increasing stamina and concentration. Jivanti (Leptaderia Reticulata) treats bleeding disorders, tuberculosis and is effectively improves immunity and overall health of the body.

Dosage- 1-2 teaspoonfuls two times a day with milk.

3. Zandopa Powder

This effective herbal powder contains ‘Mucuna purines’ which is also known as Dopabean which is beneficial in reducing stress, anxiety and improves libido in both the sexes. This product helps in balancing dopamine which plays an important role in balancing emotions and in reducing symptoms of Parkinson’s diseases. It’s a natural supplement that supports brain health and maintains good memory especially in old age. Dopabean is enriched with the goodness of L-Dopa (Levodopa) which induces better tolerability in the affected person.

Dosage- 1 teaspoon two times a day with plain water.

4. Brahma Rasayana

Brahma Rasayana is an effective herbal product by combining approximately forty-eight Indian traditional herbs like Brihati (Solanum Indicum), Shalaparni (Desomodium Gangeticum), Punarnava (Boerhavia Diffusa), Jivanti (Leptadenia Reticulata), Darbha (Saccharum Spontaneum), Jivaka (Malaxis Acuminata), Ikshu (Saccharum Officarium), Meda (Litsea monopetalous), etc. which is a great tonic for maintaining healthy nerves and mental stamina.

Dosage- 1 teaspoon two times a day with milk after breakfast.