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July 15, 2022

Ayurvedic Treatment For Essential Tremors With Herbal Remedies

Abstract

Tremor is a nerve disorder or an underlying clinical feature of many diseases. Tremors usually affect the different parts of the body like hands, arms, head, larynx, etc. The lower body is less involved and the upper body is more involved. These days tremors are common in human masses, and unhealthy lifestyles and excessive stress are some of the common causes of tremors. In this article, we will discuss the Essential tremor and its various aspects with ayurvedic correlations.

Essential Tremors

Introduction

Essential tremor is a progressive change and is a neurological disorder associated with tremors of arms and hands. A tremor is a rhythmic movement of the body part and is involuntary in nature. Tremor is generally seen as shaking, especially the shaking of the affected part of the body like the hand or arm.

Causes Of Essential Tremors

The exact, underlying cause of ET is unknown. Although in some cases, the disorder runs in families whereas, in others, it occurs in individuals with no previous family history. Some of the possible causes of ET are as follows–

  1. Genetic and environmental factors may cause tremors
  2. Family history
  3. Excessive intake of tea or coffee
  4. Hyperthyroidism
  5. Alcohol abuse
  6. Smoking
  7. Weakness
  8. Poor diet
  9. Stress
  10. Anxiety

Clinical Features Of Essential Tremors

  1. Cognitive impairment
  2. Depression
  3. Anxiety
  4. Muscular stiffness or lack of flexibility (rigidity)
  5. The slowness of movement (bradykinesia)
  6. Unable to control voluntary movements
  7. Dystonia (a problem in muscle control)
  8. Fatigue
  9. Unsteady manner of walking (abnormal gait)
  10. Impaired ability to coordinate voluntary movements (ataxia)
  11. Unable to perform activities

Diagnosis / Investigations Of Essential Tremors

Following investigations can be done to find out the status of Essential tremors. A physical examination is more significant to find out the tremors. Although laboratory investigations can be done to know the other underlying cause. Diagnosis of ET basically focused on the identification of the patient on the basis of patient history and detailed clinical evaluation.

Examinations

Following examinations can be done to check the status of Essential tremors—

  1. Tendon reflex
  2. Muscle strength and tone
  3. Ability to feel sensations
  4. Gait
  5. Posture
  6. Coordination

Laboratory Investigations

  1. Complete blood count (CBC)
  2. Blood sugar level
  3. Kidney function tests
  4. Serum electrolytes
  5. Thyroid hormone levels
  6. Cortisol and parathyroid hormone levels
  7. Blood calcium and magnesium levels

Modern Treatment For Essential Tremors

Propranolol and primidone are the medications used to treat the essential tremors in modern medicine. Propranolol is a beta-blocker and is widely used as a medicine to reduce tremors. Primidone is an anti-seizure drug. Other drugs used to manage the conditions of essential tremors are Topiramate and Gabapentin.

Ayurvedic Aspect On Essential Tremors

Tridosha concept is important to mention here to know about the ayurvedic aspect of Essential tremors. The Vata dosha is aggravated here, the Vata dosha when aggravated in the majja dhatu, it may cause tremors. Hence essential tremor is caused by vitiation of Vata. If Vata dosha is vitiated the laghu (light), and Chala guna (mobile properties) of Vata dosha are increased. The ayurvedic way of treatment for ET in Ayurveda is the administration of sthira (stable) and guru (heavy) dravyas.

Herbal Remedies For Essential Tremors by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is a GMP-certified hub for the manufacturing of good and authentic ayurvedic products. The products manufactured here are based on classical guidance and are result-oriented.

  1. Ashwagandhaghan Vati
  2. Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras
  3. NeuroGenie Capsules
  4. Musli Strength
  5. Dashmoola Capsules

Herbal Remedies For Essential Tremors

Products Description

1. Ashwagandhaghan Vati

Ashwagandhaghan vati of Planet Ayurveda is the classical herbal formulation. This tablet formulation is loaded with pure ashwagandha extract (Withania somnifera). Ashwagandha is a well-known health promoter. It helps to manage the aggravated Kapha and reduce the generalized pain in the body. Ashwagandha helps to calm the nervous system and purify the blood. It is a well-known anti-inflammatory herb to manage swelling and tumors. As it acts as a natural herb to nourish the channels so it is beneficial in essential tremors.

Dosage: 2 tablets twice daily.

2. Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras

Vrihat Vatchintamani Ras of Planet Ayurveda is a classical herbomineral formulation. The chief ingredients are Swarna Bhasma, Rajat bhasma, Abhrak bhasma, Prawal (Coral Calcium), Muktashukti bhasma, etc. The Vrihat Vatchintamani ras is used to manage the problems associated with aggravated Vata dosha. The major health concerns in which it is very effective are essential tremors, psychosis, epilepsy, and facial paralysis.

Dosage: 1 twice to be chewed.

3. NeuroGenie Capsules

The Neurogenie Capsules of Planet Ayurveda is a herbal capsule and is loaded with Brahmi and Ashwagandha. Brahmi and Ashwagandha are effective herbal supplements for stress and anxiety. So neurogenie capsules are very effective in neurological disorders, essential tremors, OCD, and insomnia. These capsules are also effective in essential tremors due to any underlying pathology. Anxiety and stress associated with essential tremors can be best managed with the Neurogenie capsule.

Dosage: 1 cap twice daily with plain water after meals.

4. Musli Strength

Planet Ayurveda’s Musli Strength Capsules is an ayurvedic medicine that is primarily used for the treatment of essential tremors and other multiple problems. The key ingredients of Planet Ayurveda Musli Strength Capsules are Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris) and Safed Musli (Chlorophytum borivilianum). It is also used to manage the Male Infertility, Female Infertility, and Sexual Vitality. Musli strength is also beneficial to increasing the male sexual hormones.

Dosage: 1 cap twice daily with plain water after meals.

5. Dashmoola Capsules

The Dashmoola capsules of Planet Ayurveda is a polyherbal capsule known to pacify the Vata. The chief ingredients of the Dashmoola capsule are Patla (Stereospermum suaveolens), Shyonaka (Oroxylum Indicum), Gambhari (Gmelina arborea), Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum), Prishnaparni (Uraria picta), Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris), Bilva (Aegle marmelos), Shalaparni (Desmodium gangeticum), Agnimantha (Premna mucronata), Brihati (Solanum indicum). These capsules are best to manage the associated pain and weakness associated with essential tremors.

Dosage: 1 cap twice daily with plain water after meals.

Conclusion

Tremors can be due to other conditions or lifestyle factors. It is important to check the timing of tremor. The lifestyle should be managed properly and vatavardhak diet should be avoided. The essential tremor or rhythmic shaking is a common concern among people. These conditions sometimes worsen the day-to-day life of an individual and lead to stress, anxiety, and impaired social life. Students suffering from this condition sometimes suffer from career concerns and are unable to achieve their goals. Modern medicine if taken for a long time may cause serious side effects. The herbs of Ayurveda are mentioned in texts and the classics of Ayurveda are a boon to patients with Essential tremors. Herbal remedies of Planet Ayurveda are best to nourish the channels of the body upto the root level and result oriented in the management of essential tremors.

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April 15, 2022

Best Herbal Teas To Serve Health With Taste

Abstract

Tea, which comes next to water, is the inexpensive beverage that humans consume. Drinking tea has been regarded as a health promoting habit since prehistoric times. Modern research is defining scientific aspects for this belief. Tea plant Camellia sinensis has been harvested for thousands of years and its leaves used for medicinal purposes. Tea is considered a well – liked beverage globally and its ingredients are now finding medicinal advantages. Moreover, herbal teas are more advantageous than general  tea which are prepared by using Indian exotic herbs. Consumption of herbal tea is safer than normal tea and serves several health benefits and good taste too. This article defines the complications of consuming general teas and herbal teas which are provided by Planet Ayurveda.

Introduction

Herbal teas are also known as herbal infusions and tisanes. Herbal beverages are prepared from the decoction or infusion of different spices, herbs and all other parts of plants. Continually, herbal tea or the simple term tea is used as a  reference to all sorts of herbal teas. There are many herbal blends which actually contain the composition of tea.The term ‘’herbal’’ tea is commonly used in contrast to the so called teas (for example-green, black, yellow, oolong, white ), which are made from the preserved leaves of the tea plant, Camellia sinensis. There are various plants which do not contain caffeine or stimulants, like cocaine, ephedrine and theobromine. Herbal teas are available with pre-made bags or loose material which are easy to steep and strain.

What are the complications which are produced due to daily consumption of normal teas?

Normal teas contain higher amounts of caffeine which is the most common reason for developing many health issues. These are the root causes of chronic disorders which  disturbs the balance of tridoshas. Here are the side effects of general tea:

  • Decreased iron absorption.
  • Increased stress, anxiety and restlessness
  • Headaches
  • Feeling of heartburn
  • Complications during pregnancy
  • Dizziness
  • Difficulties in cardiovascular system
  • Acid reflux
  • Higher risks of diabetes
  • Addicted to tea
  • Deficiencies of certain nutrients
  • Risk of miscarriage

How much tea should you drink per day?

Many people drink 3-4 cups of tea in a day without  hostile effects, some may experience offshoots at reduced dosage. Most of the common and well known side effects connected with drinking tea are linked to its tannin and caffeine contents. Having 1-2 cups of herbal tea daily is good for health because herbal tea is safe to use as they are made with natural ingredients.

Herbal teas by Planet Ayurveda which serves health benefits with taste

Planet ayurveda is a leading pharmaceutical organization which provides various ayurvedic supplements for the treatment of all health issues. They formulated herbal products without using any chemicals, preservatives, color, binder, filler or preservatives. All products are made under the guidance of MD experts by following proper guidelines and principles of ayurveda which has been used since ancient times. Let’s discuss the herbal teas which are offered by Planet ayurveda to serve health with taste:

1. Arjun Tea

Arjun Tea Arjuna tea reduces cholesterol levels and enhances stamina, energy and cardiovascular strength. Planet ayurveda  formulated this herbal tea by using natural ingredients such as dalchini (cinnamomum zeylanicum), arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), punarnava (boerhavia diffusa), chhoti elaichi ( elettaria cardamomum) and pipal tvak (ficus religiosa). Arjuna contains natural polyphenols, glycosides, antioxidants and pro- anthocyanidins which are fighting against aging. This herbal combination maintains a good cholesterol level, improves blood circulation and enhances overall health.
Dosage – use 1-2 cups a day.

2. Detox Tea

Detox Tea It  is a mixture of natural detoxifying herbs  resulting in efficient elimination of toxins. Detox tea is prepared with  the help of pure herbs like saunf (foeniculum vulgare), bhumi amla (phyllanthus niruri ), taruni (rosa centifolia), arjuna(terminalia arjuna) and many other herbs. It prevents heart disease, controls gray hair, aging signs, wrinkles and naturally cleanses the liver. Detox tea clears away the free radicals  from the body and is a perfect  detoxification remedy without any side effects. It is 100% natural and free from artificial colors, taste maskers, caffeine and chemicals.
Dosage –  1 cup two or three times daily.

3. Diaplan tea

 Diaplan Tea Ayurveda defines that imbalance in sugar levels as Madhumeha- the most infuriated stage of Vata dosha. Dia plan tea is a herbal remedy which helps to maintain sugar levels by adjusting the ‘vata’ dosha of the body. This tea is formulated with the help of several herbs like Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum graceum), Tulsi (ocimum sanctum), Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum), green tea (camellia sinensis ) and many other herbs. Diaplan tea helps to remove channels to stimulate the flow of vata energy.
Dosage – 1-2 cups of diaplan tea, two times a day.

4. Shwas Ambu Chai

shwas-ambu-chaiHerbal remedies for acute bacterial disease This herbal chai is pure blend of vasa (Adhatoda vasica), tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), dalchini (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), adrak (zingiber officinale), marchia (piper nigrum) and many more. Planet Ayurveda provides this herbal tea which is helpful to boost a healthy immune system. It is a 100% natural product and safe to use. Adrak is considered as a powerful herbal remedy, to treat nausea, sickness, weight loss, osteoarthritis and maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
Dosage– 1 to 2 cups of shwas ambu chai  twice regularly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

5. Slimolina Tea

Slimolina Tea According to ayurveda, obesity or stholya is developing due to clogged channels and warm herbal teas result in clearing up of the channels leading to flux of energies. This herbal tea contains extract of pure Indian herbs like lemon (citrus medica), fenugreek (trigonella foenum graecum), varuna (crataeva nurvala), black cumin seeds(centratherum anthelminticum) and ginger (zingiber officinale). Semolina tea is rich with natural antioxidant compounds which are beneficial to remove unwanted toxins, balance water in the body and maintain healthy weight.
Dosage- take 1 cup, 1-2 times daily.

6. Youth Restora Tea

Youth Restora Tea This is a herbal combination of exotic indian herbs like rose(rosa centifolia), hibiscus (hibiscus rosa chinensis), pomegranate (punica granatum), cardamom (elettaria cardamomum) and ashwagandha (lithuania somnifera). Youth restora tea contains natural antioxidants and flavonoids which helps to reduce stress, anxiety, promote healthy weight and aging. Rose petals are cool in nature and their natural polyphenols and fragrance are calming to the body.
Dosage – drink 1 cup, once or twice daily.

Outcomes

Herbal tea is nothing but a creation of some ayurvedic herbs that are advantageous for you. So avoid drinking general tea and try herbal teas which are tastier and healthier. At planet Ayurveda, we have a wide range of herbal teas as per above mentioned, these teas are inspired by natural herbs that yield the tea its different flavor and health benefits. One can buy these herbal teas, kindly visit at   https://store.planetayurveda.com/collections/herbal-teas

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