Category: Child Health

April 28, 2023

Management of Tonsillitis as Per Ayurveda – Natural Treatment

ABSTRACT

Tonsillitis is a common disease. Tonsil is derived from ‘tonsilla’ which means almond shaped and it can occur in any age but commonly occurs in childrens . It has various causes. It can happen once in a while or may return again and again. Usually caused by viral infection or with bacterial causes consisting approximately ⅓ of cases as per Ayurveda it is a urdwa jatrugata roga named as tundikeri. Let’s discuss it in detail!

INTRODUCTION

Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the pharyngeal tonsils. These are a part of the body’s immune system which helps filter out viruses and bacteria. Sometimes along with tonsillitis, the adenoids are also swollen. These are two oval shaped pads of the tissue at the back of the throat one side each. It is of three types –

Tonsillitis

1. ACUTE CATARRHAL OR SUPERFICIAL TONSILLITIS

It is mostly seen in viral infection and is usually seen as a part of generalized pharyngitis.

2. ACUTE FOLLICULAR TONSILLITIS

Infection spreads into crypts which become filled with purulent material and presents as raised yellowish spots on red inflamed surface.

3. ACUTE PARENCHYMATOUS TONSILLITIS

Here the substance of tonsil gets infected. Tonsils become enlarged and red.

On The Basis of Pnset

  • Acute – Symptoms of these last from 2-3 days to 2 weeks.
  • Recurrent – In recurrent tonsillitis it may arrive several times a year.
  • Chronic – A long term tonsil infection.

Symptoms

  •  Fever with chills
  • Neck Pain or stiff neck
  • Sore throat
  • Headache
  • Ear ache
  • A scratchy, muffled, impaired voice
  • Poor appetite
  • Tiredness , Lethargy, Malaise
  •  Difficult or painful swallowing

SIGNS

  • Bad breath (Halitosis)
  • White or yellow coating or patches on the tonsils.
  • Enlarged lymph nodes in the neck
  • Red swollen tonsils

SYMPTOMS IN CHILDREN

  • Vomiting
  • Drooling
  • Upset stomach
  • Pain
  • Aversion to food
  • Difficulty in swallowing
  • Pus in the back of the throat.

CAUSES

The main cause of tonsillitis is viral or bacterial infections such as streptococcus, pneumococcus, Haemolytic influenza, Poor oral hygiene, Post nasal discharge etc.

DIAGNOSIS

  • CBC
  • Physical examination
  • Throat swab test
  • Nasal endoscopy

Tonsillitis Complications

A collection of pus around your tonsil (Peritonsillar abscess)

  • Middle ear infection (acute otitis media)
  • Breathing problems,
  • Para pharyngeal abscess
  • Acute glomerulo-nephritis.

Management: As per modern it is of two types conservative and surgical.

Conservative is

  • Bed rest
  • Intake of soft diet
  • Analgesics and Anti inflammatory
  • Antibiotics
  • Warm saline gargles

Surgical: Tonsillectomy (removal of Tonsils ). If the child is having recurrent attacks or when the tonsils interfere with speech, swallowing or respiration.

Ayurvedic overview

Ayurveda is a science of life which deals with curing the disease with natural herbs with no side effects The aim of Ayurvedic treatment is the preservation of positive health in a healthy person, and to help alleviate diseases and in the diseased body. Tonsillitis is considered as kapha raktaja urdhwajatrugata roga , it is considered as kantha roga by Acharya Vagbhata  and – Talugata by different acharya. Tonsillitis is known as  Tundikeri in ayurveda It occurs due to kaphaja and rakhtja dosha prakopa.

What is Tundikeri?

शोफः स्थूलस्तोददाहप्रपाकि प्रागुक्ताभयं तुण्डिकेरी मता तु।

Due to aggravation of kapha and rakta dosha , tonsils get inflamed with pain and a burning sensation known as Tundikeri (tonsillitis).

OR

The vitiated kapha and rakta doshas cause a big cystic swelling resembling the fruit of vana karpasa, the associated symptoms are burning sensation, pricking pain in throat and in suppurative cyst.

Clinical Features Of Tundikeri

  • Toda (Pricking Pain)
  • Paak (Suppuration)
  • Shopa (Inflammation)
  • Sore throat
  • Enlarged delicate lymph nodes
  • Daha (Burning Sensation)

TREATMENT

  • DIETARY MODIFICATIONS: Avoid cold and sugar ,sour food as it can lead to increase of the kapha and rakta dosha.Consume warm, nourished foods such as soups, ginger tea with honey. Avoid food that may bother your throat, drink an adequate amount of water.
  • LIFESTYLE CHANGES: Take rest, Avoid strenuous activities, avoid cold climate and cold food as it may lead to increase of the infection. Maintain oral hygiene, avoid day sleep as it may lead to kapha prakopa and worsen the condition.
  • SHAMAN CHIKITSA: Herbal formulations – kanchanar guggulu, Triphala guggulu, khadiradi vati, gandhak rasayan, chopchinyadi churna etc to reduce the inflammation of the tonsils.
  • SHODHANA CHIKITSA – Langhan, Vamana , virechana,etc. according to the doshas. Kavala , gandusha, dhooma , nasya , pratisarana .Kavala with sirka ,tikta, katu kwatha + madhu. Nasya with taila prepared with apamarga beeja, danti, vidanga, saindhav lavana etc. Pratisaran with gruha dhooma and katu varga dravya.
  • Kshara karma (application of caustic alkaline paste ): kshara karma is a mild and superior procedure that can effectively treat this condition. Apasmara kshara or Tankana kshara is widely used in the cases of chronic tonsillitis. The paste is applied on the tonsils after kavala  (Oil is kept in the mouth then gargled before spitting it out  ) or gandusha( oil is swished around the mouth) , let it sit for a few minutes , then wash off with buttermilk.
  • Sastra karma(surgical removal) : chedana(Excision) and bhedana(Incision) karma,

HERBAL REMEDY FOR TONSILLITIS BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Tundikeri can be treated by appropriate management through ayurveda both from conservative and surgical procedures. You can also find the Tonsillitis care pack by planet ayurveda which is efficient to manage this condition. Planet ayurveda is an ayurvedic company which deals with holistic healing through herbs, it has been GMP, ISO certified and has been serving the society for more than 20 years. It also has a manufacturing unit and manufactures both classical as well as their own patent medicine . Their herbal supplements are in the form of Powders, tablets, oils, capsules, herbal care packs etc.

Herbal Remedies for Tonsillitis

Herbal Remedies for Tonsillitis

PRODUCTS DESCRIPTIONS

1. SEPTRIN TABLETS

It is the patent formulation by planet Ayurveda which consists of Haldi (Curcuma longa), Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Guggulu (Commiphora mukul), etc drugs. These are in tablet form. It helps in fighting infection, builds immunity and does anulomna of the Kapha dosha.

DOSAGE: 2 Tablets twice after meals.

2. KHADIRADI VATI

It is a classical herbal formulation and is available on planet ayurveda. This formulation has ingredients such as khadir(Acacia catechu), Kankol (Piper cubeba), Javitri (Myristica fragrans) etc. This is useful in skin disorders, respiratory disorders. It is used as anti-inflammatory , antiseptic , and in disorders of the throat ,gums etc.

DOSAGE: 1 Tablets Three times a day.

3. AMALAKI RASAYAN CAPSULES

This medicine is made from pure amla extract (Emblica officinalis) and is available on planet ayurveda in a capsule form. It works as an antioxidant, has a large amount of vitamin C , Increases metabolism, maintains overall health, eliminates Stress and Weakness.

DOSAGE: 1 Capsule twice a day after meals.

4. CURCUMIN CAPSULES

It is in a capsule form  manufactured by planet ayurveda. It consists of Haridra (Curcuma longa). It acts as an antibiotic and anti-inflammatory, expels ama (toxins) from the body, pacifies vata and kapha dosha.

DOSAGE– 1 Capsule twice a day after meals.

4. IRIMEDADI OIL

This consists of chandana (Santalum album), manjistha (Rubia cordifolia) , irimeda twak(Acacia farnesiana), rakta chandan (Pterocarpus santalinus), laksha (Laccifer lacca) etc. It is beneficial in disorders like Tonsillitis, Dental caries and is antimicrobial and anti inflammatory.

DOSAGE— One tablespoon of oil is taken in the mouth before brushing and gargling is to be done for 5-10 minutes with little gaps of 10 seconds. Later rinse it with saindhav lavan mixed with lukewarm water.

CONCLUSION

The above article shows a distinctive treatment from the Ayurvedic point of view which can be utilized to treat tonsillitis. As per ayurveda it is due to aggravation of kapha and rakta dosha and is curable in many ways as mentioned above. You can find the treatment of this condition or the herbal remedies by planet ayurveda.

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April 28, 2023

ILL EFFECTS OF DIETING

ABSTRACT

Dieting is the practice of eating food in a regulated way to decrease, increase or maintain body weight. According to Foxcroft, the word diet came from the Greek word Diaita and the first dietitian was an English doctor George Cheyne. It refers to individuals losing weight as it contains low fat, low carbohydrate, and low calorie, and fasting is the various type of dieting. It is the regulation of food intake for the purpose of improving physical and mental health and reducing obesity which is conceived by extra fat. It is cleared based on the constituents of macronutrients. There are many side effects which are caused due to dieting as one is cutting from particular nutritious food and drastically decreasing the limit of calorie intake. In this article, we will discuss some facts and ill effects of dieting and poor nutrition in detail.

 

Ill Effects Of Dieting

INTRODUCTION

In Ayurveda living and non-living beings in the universe are composed of 5 elements which are Panchmahabhoot (Prithvi, Ap, Teja, Vayu, and Akasha). Ahara is the best medicine and is considered one of three sub-pillars of Ayurveda (Trayo-upasthamba). In Ayurveda Incompatibility or Viruddha is a unique concept as Vriudhaahara as it hinders the metabolism of the tissue which causes ill effects in the body.

EFFECTS OF DIETING AND POOR NUTRITION

  • Good nutrition is not based on the latest fashions and the primary reason is that the body does not like sudden changes as metabolism is best with regularity.
  • The physiological functions and social consciousness are in opposition as it comes from the conflict that wants the best and wants to impress others. 
  • But the problem in human metabolism is different regarding diet as the body needs regular meals without any conflicting tastes.
  • There is an internal clock in our body that functions beyond and allows us to wake regularly at the same hour.
  • The more regular diet and time of consumption the happier the body.
  • But the problem is the mind is only interested in the latest fad and changes as quickly as possible. As Ayurveda is the latest health fad the main problem is not diet, or care but the psychological addiction to changes.
  • Health and personal power are the choices that are beyond the destruction of social conditioning. It is emphasized that buying a car and dress is appropriate but changing the nutrition like clothes causes very serious health issues which lead to chronic diseases.
  • A dangerous mental condition is a long-term suicide as far as diet is concerned. Dieting is a huge business and its production of diet foods. 
  • When we are being fed on a mass scale certain foods that are registered with the government as pesticides and this is the main cause for nutritional plans failing for various individuals. One must control the choices of food which are the more important perception of what your body wants.
  • Freedom and health come with knowledge and one must begin to inform the present cultural forces which are destructive and choose an alternative to use biochemical nutrition or use ayurvedic nutrition. 
  • Willpower is important but far more important than Ayurveda is understanding, as in  Diet Cola Ad they are trying to get you a product that is purely chemical in nature. These products damage digestion, the urinary system, and the pH value of blood, and plasma and lower the immunity and minerals from tissues and bones. So, it is better to understand the endeavor in life and most importantly nutrition.

MYTHS OF LABELING

  • Based on the diet, the manufacturer writes the label by putting the head in the mouth of the lion. The government has made steps to standardize labeling but still, there are huge similarities in the labeling of products.
  • In the first place, you don’t find the labels to find the real food in the supermarket. The nutritional value on labels is more confusing than informative.
  • Most foods you can buy in cans or boxes, but you can also buy them in a natural form and it is by far the best choice.
  • Canning and preserving the food made sense in the past when the food was not available fresh.
  • If you are going through label drama to avoid the nutritional facts, one is based on the biochemical model and the second is based on calories for human nutrition.
  • Sugar is essential to avoid in 90% of the prepared foods and salt is also important to avoid in prepared foods as it is for Kapha types.
  • Labels are the advertising person’s way to convince for buying products. Labels don’t necessarily tell the benefits the food will actually have for your metabolism.

LABELS ARE BEST AVOIDED, AS ARE FOODS THAT HAVE THEM

DANGERS OF DIETING

  • Dieting will disrupt your metabolism when it is hard to have any other decent diet.
  • Diets are not suited for a long period of time as the body begins to have serious problems as it manifests to various digestion problems, lack of luster, and bloating or intestinal gasses.

AYURVEDIC CONCEPT

  • According to the Ayurveda diet, the damaged enzyme function is further related to the Agni. 
  • Agni is responsible for the proper functioning of the digestive fire and provides strong immunity.
  • According to Ayurveda the deranged Agni is responsible for the formation of Ama (endotoxins).
  • The strength of the agni is affected due to poor diet, improper combinations of food, and emotional disturbances. 
  • When the digestive Agni is disturbed, the other Agni in the liver and tissues begin to malfunction, leading to acute and chronic diseases.
  • A diet mainly concerned with protein powder and various supplements lowers and destroys the enzyme function in a few months.
  • A diet that uses more fruits and vegetables tends to have weakened enzyme functions which will never function in the Vata type.
  • In general when the diet of a person moves from one diet to another without any consistency and thus metabolism is forced to difficult situations to try and adapt to different types of foods and situations.
  • Not Eating or eating less in order to lose weight is a very problematic situation for the Vata type and the Pitta type too.
  • Intelligent fasting is very beneficial to restore the Agni and eliminating the toxins (Ama) to restore the functioning of the Agni.
  • To restore proper function Dincharaya has mentioned proper fasting guidelines.
  • Starve and binge syndrome is the unbalancing of the proper metabolic function. Eating natural foods and bringing tons of sweets is disruptive.
  • Ayurveda understands that there is an intelligent principle in the body that allows the functions of a state of health.
  • The disease can be seen as a disruption of the Prana Vayu.
  • Intelligence exists in human beings with prana and is impossible to separate both function and action.
  • If prana Vayu is disturbed the functions of discrimination and inspiration for life are affected first. And when this happens there the whole metabolism is affected in a haphazard manner. Autoimmune and cancers are this kind of dysfunction.
  • Therefore the first thing to keep in mind is to choose a good diet plan and this diet plan should be based on good nutrition.
  • There must be a historical basis to use the diet.
  • Ayurveda is not a dogmatic system, it is based upon the historical use of half of the world over thousands of years.
  • The nutritional program increases intelligence and personal power as a high protein diet is popular in women to promote weight loss, Protein is not a good fuel for the body and is used to make the structure of tissues and cells.
  • Sometimes proteins are used as a fuel which is burned and leaves the toxic acids in the blood which affect the pH of the body and kidneys and after a prolonged protein diet, it leads to kidney failure or sometimes death or a transplant of the kidney.
  • Ayurved brings freedom from all dogma which is associated with foods, nutrition, and educating and empowering you about mind and body. 

Health is empowering- Manipulations are not!

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CONCLUSION

Dieting is the practice of eating food in a regulated way to decrease, increase or maintain body weight. According to Foxcroft, the word diet came from the Greek word Diaita and the first dietitian was an English doctor George Cheyne. Ahara is the best medicine and is considered one of three sub-pillars of Ayurveda (Tray o-upasthamba). In Ayurveda Incompatibility or Viruddha is a unique concept as Vriudhaahara. Agni is responsible for the proper functioning of the digestive fire and provides strong immunity. Ayurveda brings freedom from all dogma which is associated with foods, nutrition, and educating and empowering you about mind and body. So, one must be focused on long-term strategies and implementing regulated food habits without any restrictions on maintaining a healthy weight as a part of our ‘manner of living’.

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