Tag: Heart disease

June 21, 2023

Heart Health and Best Natural Supplements for Heart

OVERVIEW

मर्माणि बस्तिं ह्रुदयं शिरश्च प्रधानभूथानि………॥(च.चि.२६/३)

ह्रुदयम् चेतनास्थानमुक्तं….।(सु.शा. ४/३४)

Ayurveda has considered the heart as one among the trimarma, seat for ojas, chetana(praana) & tridoshas which specifies the vitality of the organ.

In today & scenario we are facing many health issues because of wrong lifestyle, increased mental worries, & not following the rituals properly. All these may have direct or indirect impact on our heart. According to WHO in 2019, an estimation of 17.9 million people died from CVDs which represents 32% of all global deaths. (1) The increased morbidity & mortality rate is a warning alarm to consider caring of the heart by means of natural remedies, yoga & pranayama. This article helps to understand the importance of the heart & its care in a natural way.

Heart Disease

INTRODUCTION

Concept of heart as in Ayurveda

Acharya Sushrutha explains that formation of heart starts at foetal stage in the month of fourth.

चतुर्थे……गर्भह्रुदयप्रव्यक्तिभावाच्चेतनाधातुरभिव्यक्तो भवति…….(सु.शा.३/१८)

So caring of the heart begins in the mother's womb itself by following proper pregnancy regimens.

While forming the foetus maternal factors contribute towards the formation of the heart. They are the superior part(prasada bhaaga) of Rakta & Kapha.

शोणितकफप्रसादजं ह्रुदयं…। (सु.शा.४/३१)

Heart is compared to the downward faced lotus. Its beats are explained as closure & opening of the lotus.

पुण्डरीकेण सद्रुशं ह्रुदयम् स्यादधोमुखम्॥ (सु.शा.४/३२)

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE & CAUSATIVE FACTORS

In classics CVD explained under Hridroga which caused by doshik variation or external injury due to trauma or krimi.

Disorders related to heart & blood vessels are considered as cardiovascular diseases. It can be
congenital (since birth) or non-congenital. CHD occurs due to structural deformity of the heart which ends up in poor performance. Ex ASD, VSD, PAD in general known as hole in the heart. Non congenital diseases include heart failure, CAD, pericardial diseases etc.

Ignoring proper pregnancy care or a person indulging in below things in excess leads to Heart
diseases.

Food factors	Activities	Psychological factors	External factor	Risk factor
Dry, unctuous, heavy for digestion	Sedentary lifestyle	Grief	Trauma to heart	Hereditary
Sour & salty items, alkali	Inadequate Eating, Fasting	Anger	Infectious diseases	obesity
Hot in potency	Eating before the digestion of previous food	over thinking		Diabetes
Sweet & fatty items	Excessive eating	Fear, Panic		High cholesterol & blood pressure
	Smoking			Risk factor
	Physical exercise			Hereditary

SYMPTOMS

Every type of hridroga has its own signs & symptoms. Some of the cardiac disorders appear asymptomatic also. In general following can be considered
Discoloration (pale/cyanosed), Fainting, confusion, Dyspnoea, Anorexia, Nausea/vomiting, Thirst, Abnormal taste in the mouth, Fever, Cough & Pain.
Pain in terms of discomfort in the centre of the chest, in the arms, the left shoulder, elbows, jaw, or back.

MANAGEMENT

आहारसम्भवं वस्तु रोगाश्चाहारसंभवाः ।(Cha.Su.28/44)

This explains, Food is the source for body formation thus healthy food forms healthy body or else leads to various diseases.
Ayurveda believes in saying Prevention is better than cure. Hence it says about Garbhini paricharya( pregnancy care), Dinacharya & ritucharya.

लाघवं कर्मसामर्थ्यं दीप्तोऽग्निर्मेदसः क्षयः ।

विभक्तघनगात्रत्वं व्यायामादुपजायते ॥ (A.H.Su. 2/10)

By doing routine physical exercise one can attain lightness of the body, more physical strength, increased appetite, proper fitness & reduced fat level. Yoga also has similar benefits. Below mentioned asanas helps in relaxation of body & mind, promotes flexibility,improves circulation & strengthens muscles & bones.Both helps in reducing the risk of CVD by lowering blood pressure, cholesterol & blood glucose level.

Prevention or early management can be done by diagnosing the diseases as soon as possible by means of specific investigations like ECG, Echocardiography, Doppler study, Radionuclide test, Doppler study etc.

American Heart Association says to adopt following things

Manage Blood Pressure
Control Cholesterol
Reduce Blood Sugar
Get Active
Eat Better
Lose Weight
Stop Smoking

All these are explained in our classics long back in terms of Nidana parivarjana & Pathya paripalana.

CLASSICAL FORMULATION

Treatment based on involved Dosha

VATAJA	PITTAJA	KAPHAJA
Punarnavadi taila	Drakshadi ghrita	Katphaladi kashaya
Pushkaramuladi kwatha	Kasherukadi ghrita	Udumaradi leha
Haritakyadi ghrita	Sthiradi ghrita	Shilajit Rasayan
Tryushandi ghrita		Chyawanprash,
Pathyadi kalka		Agastya-haritaki avaleha
		Braahma Rasayana

Dose & Anupana depends on the condition of the patient.

Treatment based on severity of Pain(Cha.chi.26/101-102)

The patient in whom

The pain becomes severe after consuming food & relieves when the food is completely digested – Churna of Devadaru, Kushta, Tilwaka, Saindhava & Sauvarchala lavana, vidanga has to be administered with warm water.
If the pain gets aggravated during the digestion process – Virechana therapy should be administered using swarasa of Drakshadi madhura dravya.
If pain persists & is in severe form after the intake of food, during the digestion process & even after completion then – Virechana should be done by using Danti moola or nishitha moola.

HERBS FOR HEART

Acharya Charaka has mentioned ten herbs under Hridya gana which are said to be Cardio protective. (Cha.Su.4/10)

NAME	BOTANICAL NAME	USEFUL PART
Amra	Mangifera indica	Fruit
Amrataka	Spondias pinnata	Seeds
Lakucha	Artocarpus lakoocha	Fruit
Karamarda	Carissa carandes	Fruit
Vrikshamla	Garcinia indica	Fruit
Amlavetasa	Garcinia pedunculata	Fruit
Kuvala	Zizyphus sativa	Fruit
Badara	Zizyphus jujuba	Fruit
Dadima	Punica granatum	Fruit
Matulunga	Citrus limon	Fruit

PROPERTIES & MODE OF ACTION

Most of the above mentioned drugs have sour & sweet taste which helps in regulating cardiac functions. Because of its hot potency (except few) & amla vipaka it helps in reducing lipid & clot deposition & also acts as digestive, carminative & appetizers.

DESCRIPTION OF THE HERBS GOOD FOR HEART HEALTH

1. ARJUNA (Terminalia arjuna)

Arjuna possesses hypocholesterolemic, hypotensive, antiplatelet and thrombolytic activities which plays an important role in the management of cardio-vascular and cerebrovascular disorders. Beneficial effects of Arjuna in patients of chronic stable angina, endothelial dysfunction, heart failure and ischemic mitral regurgitation has been reported in clinical studies.(2) Hence it is a drug of choice in many cardiac diseases. It is used in the form of churna, kwatha, gutika & sheerapaka.

2. PUNARNAVA (Boerhavia diffusa)

It has a cold potency. Also possess hypoglycemic, anti fibrinolytic, immunomodulatory activities. As it contains anti-inflammatory & antioxidant properties, It helps in lowering the risk of congestive heart failure.

3. PIPAL TVAK (Ficus religiosa)

It has Antimicrobial & anti diabetic properties. The fruit which has cold potency acts as cardio tonic.

4. DALCHINI (Cinnamomum zeylanica)

It has the ability to reduce cholesterol level in diabetic patients & lowers the blood glucose level. By which it reduces the risk of CVD.

5. CHHOTI ELAICHI (Elettaria cardamomum)

In classics (Raja nighantu) hridroga is mentioned as one of the indications. It has the Hridya property(Cardiac tonic). It helps in enhancing fibrinolysis properties, reducing blood pressure & improving antioxidant status.

6. ASHWAGANDHA (Withania somniferum)

It is considered as the nervous tonic. This specifically helps in conditions like anxiety, stress, depression etc. It also helps in cardiac health by strengthening heart muscles, maintaining proper blood flow & cholesterol level. It also has anti diabetic properties.

7. BRAHMI (Bacopa monnieri)

It is known for its medhya property(brain tonic). Brahmi is categorized under Balya gana ( herbs which helps in improving immunity & strength). It has mehajit(anti diabetic) & antioxidant properties. It helps in maintaining normal vascular muscle functions by increasing the utilization of nitric acid.

8. SHANKAPUSHPI (Convolvulus pluricaulis)

It is also known for its Medhya property & one of the best stress relieving herbs. It also acts as an antidepressant.

HEART CARE PRODUCTS IN PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda is a trusted and famed organisation offering herbal products across all over the world. These products are 100% natural and prepared using standardized extract of herbs. Planet ayurveda products are safe and made without using any chemical, additive, binder, and preservatives. Along with heart health, these products are useful in numerous health ailments. Following are the list of formulations prepared using above mentioned herbs in combo named as HEART CARE PACK

ARJUNA CAPSULES
ARJUN TEA
TOTAL HEART SUPPORT
GOTU KOLA CAPSULE

PRODUCT DETAILS

1. ARJUNA CAPSULES

It contains standardized extract of Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna).

Dosage – 2 Capsules, twice daily with plain water.

2. ARJUN TEA

It is an herbal tea which contains Arjuna, punarnava, pipal tvak, Dalchini & Elaichi.

Dosage – 2 Cups, twice daily.

3. TOTAL HEART SUPPORT

It is a capsule made with the combination of Arjuna , Ashwagandha, Brahmi and Shankhpushpi.

Dosage – 2 Capsules, twice daily with plain water.

4. GOTU KOLA CAPSULE

Gotu kola is a very impressive herb that has spectacular effects on stabilizing the plaque in the blood vessels.

YOGA FOR HEART CARE

Standing posture	Sitting posture	Sleeping posture
Tadasana	Marjarasana	Bhujangasana
Trikonasana	Paschimottanasana	Dhanurasana
Utkatasana	Ardha matsyendrasana	Setubandhasana
Utthita hasta padasana		Shavasana
Adho Mukha shavasana

CONCLUSION

तन्महत् ता महामूलास्तच्चौजः परिरक्षिता । परिहार्या विशेषेण मनसो दुःखहेतवः ॥

ह्रुद्यं यत् स्याद्यदौस्यं स्रोतसां यत् प्रसादनम् । तत्तत् सेव्यं प्रयत्नेन प्रशमो ज्ञानमेव च ॥ (Cha. Su. 30/13-14

Person who wants to keep his heart & blood vessels healthy should avoid factors which traumatize the mind. He should consume a wholesome diet, medicine & follow activities which are favourable to Heart & ojas. Whatever the medicines, therapies & yogas mentioned above has its own limits in terms of indication, contraindication & side effects. Hence it should be followed only under the guidance of an Ayurvedic physician.

So why delay, Stay fit Stay healthy

March 4, 2023

Ayurvedic Treatment for Atrial Flutter – Causes, Symptoms & Herbal Remedies

Abstract

Atrial flutter is a heart condition which is described by the increased tactile and regular ventricular rates along with atrial fibrillation. It is classified under cardiac tachyarrhythmia and is characterized by palpitations, shortness of breath and many others. Usually the prevalence of this condition increases with the increase in age and is also associated with the number of associated conditions like diabetes mellitus, respiratory disorders, hypertension, excessive alcohol intake and sometimes a person indulging in sports. In Ayurveda all the conditions of the heart are kept under the category of hridya roga and is classified under vata, pitta,kapha and krimi hridya roga. In this we will discuss Atrial flutter in detail along with its Ayurvedic management.

Introduction

Atrial flutter can be defined as the supraventricular tachycardia (abnormal heart rhythm) which is generally the result of inflammation of atrium myocardium. As mentioned above it is characterized by a fast heart beat or feeling of skipping beats. But in addition can also present with shortness of breath leading to temporary unconsciousness. The ECG presentation in this condition is given a particular name and is called a saw tooth pattern. The reason for this presentation is the impaired ventricular functioning of about 200-300 beats per minute. Mentioning the clinical aspects, it is represented by increased beats, palpitations, lowered blood pressure along with angina and syncope in some patients. For months it can remain asymptomatic for months and in the end has a tendency to lead to heart failure.

Atrial flutter

Causes of Atrial flutter

The most common statement given to understand atrial flutter is increased rate of electric impulse prematurely in atria. It can be understood as one ventricular contraction followed by 4 atrial signaling.
Secondly why does the above mentioned condition occur? This situation is commonly observed in people having associated problems like pre existing heart conditions, diabetes which generally affects every system in the body or certain substances that can change the way of electrical transmission going inside the heart.

The Heart Condition Mostly Leading Towards Atrial Flutter are

Ischemia leading to hardening of arteries supplying to heart
Cardiomyopathy which affects muscles of heart
Abnormal heart valves like defects in mitral valve.
Hypertrophy of heart chambers

Substances Which can Contribute in Atrial Flutter:

Alcohol like beer, hard liquor, excessive wine
Some illegal stimulants like cocaine, amphetamines (central nervous system stimulants), cold medicines and even caffeine.

Symptoms of Atrial Flutter

Many patients with atrial flutter remain asymptomatic. On the other hand some may show or describe following symptoms:

Palpitations (feeling a rapid heart beat or fluttering or pounding sensation in the centre of chest)
Shortness of breath (In this case can be only on exhaustion or even while on rest)
Anxiety (Triggered by a lot of factors like fear, tension, anger)
Confusion (Classical symptom appears after breathlessness)
Tiredness (Generally always present)

In addition patients with pre existing heart condition scan have more significant symptoms that includes:

Angina pectoris, in common understood as heart pain
Feeling faint or lightheaded
Fainting

Diagnosis of Atrial flutter

Diagnosis is generally made based on the patient’s history and examination. This includes:

ECG, which represents a saw tooth pattern.
Patients proper history and differential diagnosis with other arrhythmias.
Differentiation from atrial fibrillation
Detailed Examination and history of patients with no symptoms.
In advancement of technology some 24 hrs devices can be worn by the patients and monitoring can be done like holter monitoring, event monitoring and others.

Risk Factors

Old age: Older the patient the more is the risk.
Patients with diabetes mellitus
Patients with various heart conditions like Coronary heart disease, heart valve disease,past history of open heart surgery etc.
People with habitual addiction to cocaine, alcohol, caffeine and others.

Treatment of Atrial flutter

Antiarrhythmic drug treatment can be used to convert atrial flutter to sinus rhythm by using three drugs. These are:

Ibutilide (only through intravenous route)
Flecainide
Propafenone

Or currently atrial flutter is successfully treated with radiofrequency catheter ablation.

But the side effects of above mentioned ways are also present like catheter ablation can lead the patients towards allergies, atrial fibrillation, stroke and if not done properly can result in tissue damage. On the other hand, continued use of antiarrhythmic drugs has the potential of creating situations like hypotension, impairment in ventricular functioning, vasodilation, pulmonary fibrosis etc.

Herbal Formulations for Atrial Flutter by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is a leading Ayurvedic firm which deals with the manufacturing of herbal formulations. These formulations are prepared using potent herbs which are really effective in managing many conditions related to the whole circulatory system. The formulations prepared by Planet Ayurveda do not contain any kind of adulterants, dyes, additives, fillers etc. These medications are really potent to manage various conditions related to the heart especially and are very fruitful hence giving positive noticeable results. The medication or formulations offered by Planet Ayurveda for the management of Yellow bumps pinguecula is as follows:

Arjuna capsules
Total heart support
Saral Ghan vati
Arborium plus

PRODUCTS DESCRIPTION

1. Arjuna Capsules

Arjuna capsules are prepared with the standardised extract of Terminalia arjuna. All the parts of the plant are used to prepare the standardised extract and hence makes it really effective. The arjuna has many properties like it is a cardiotonic, has hepatoprotective effect and also has an immunomodulatory effect. The capsules have potential in relieving many symptoms which are significantly related to atrial flutter and balances the electrical impulse of the heart.

Dosage: One capsule twice a day after meals with lukewarm water.

2. Total Heart Support

Total heart support has ingredients like arjuna (Terminalia arjuna), brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) and shankhpushpi (Convolvulus prostratus). The arjuna as mentioned above helps in treating various problems like angina, shortness of breathness due to atrial flutter, congestive heart failure and even high cholesterol. On the other hand ashwagandha helps in strengthening heart muscles, deals with arterial weakness and supports the entire system of the body. In addition, brahmi and shankhpushpi work with their rasayanic actions which means they rejuvenate cells and tissue and also protect the heart from tactile ventricular rates.

Dosage: Two capsules twice a day after meals with lukewarm water.

3. Saral Ghan Vati

Saral ghan vati has only one ingredient which is saral (Pinus roxburghii). The formulation is prepared using saral bark especially which is known for its marvelous properties. It works as a diuretic, diaphoretic, behaves as a general tonic, has antiseptic effects and helps in reduction of spasm. It can help in maintaining the regular ventricular rates and thus helps in relieving pressure and inflammation. Moreover, it is very effective in all types of heart disease. It is rich in antioxidants, fights inflammation and also is very helpful in liver conditions.

Dosage: Two tablets twice daily after meals with lukewarm water.

4. Arborium Plus

The formulation is in syrup form and is a wonderful herbal medication which has two key ingredients. One is arborium (Rhododendron) flower juice and another is sea buckthorn flower juice (Hippophae rhamnoides). Arborium plus syrup can help in increasing the blood supply, expand blood vessels by opening the blockages, detoxifies the body and helps in lowering the blood cholesterol and blood triglyceride levels. It helps in boosting the immune system of the body.

Dosage: Two tsp twice a day after meals.

Contact Planet Ayurveda to provide you the costing / ordering and delivery information at – costing.planetayurveda@gmail.com or call at +91-172-5214040 Or Check Website – www.PlanetAyurveda.com

Conclusion

Today’s lifestyle and faulty diet intake has led to the increase in the incidence of cardiovascular diseases. Ayurveda because of its multidimensional aspect of ‘Swasthya-rakshanam’ and ‘vikara prashamanam’ gifted us with Ahara-vihara and Codes of conduct (Achara Rasayana) that on practising are very effective in prevention of heart diseases. Following pathya apathya for particular disease not suppressing the natural urges(Vega), keeping check on negative emotions, use of certain Rasayana in daily routine, etc. are helpful for overcoming the pathological basis that is ama and strotosanga. In this way, a number of drugs of different groups like Cardiotonics, Deepana & Amapachana and Rasayana ( Antioxidants) etc. have great efficacy in the management of arrhythmias like atrial flutter and atrial fibrillations.