Tag: Herbal Remedies for Endometriosis

Endometriosis Ayurvedic Treatment & Diet to Avoid Surgery

Abstract

The female reproductive system is a group of organs that are responsible in reproduction, like ovulation and pregnancy. This system plays a vital part in keeping balance in the entire body through hormone production and communication. This system comprises of the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix and vagina. Female reproductive health is important to maintain the entire health of a woman and her potential children.

endotriosis

Endometriosis is one such disorder that can hamper fertility by obstructing the functioning of fallopian tubes, uterus, sperms, eggs and ovaries. This disorder happens when the uterine tissue embeds or sprouts outside the uterus. Below in this article we are going to learn about its causes, symptoms  & ayurvedic treatment for endometriosis.

Causes

  • Rearward menstruation.
  • Low immunity
  • Hormonal imbalance
  • Unusual growth of embryonic cells
  • Family history of the disorder

Symptoms

    • Dyspareunia
    • Painful urination
    • Infertility
    • Dysmenorrhea
    • Metrorrhagia
  • Menorrhagia
  • Urinary frequency
  • Constipation

Diagnosis

  • Laproscopy
  • Transvaginal USG

Herbal Remedies For Endometriosis

Endometriosis can be treated safely in Ayurveda. Here at Planet Ayurveda it can be treated with the Endometriosis Care Pack.

  1. Female Health Support
  2. Aloe Vitals
  3. Pradrantak Churna
  4. Shatavari
  5. Boswellia Curcumin


Endometriosis Care Pack

1. FEMALE HEALTH SUPPORT

This herbal formulation consists of herbs which have miraculous effects on the female reproductive system. The herbs that this formulation contains aid in balancing pitta and vata. According to Ayurveda, annihilated vata is the prime cause of all gynecological ailments. Aggravated pitta leads to Menorrhagia, Irritant behavior, hot flushes.

This formulation contains extracts of Shatavari, Lodhra and Ashok.

SHATAVARI

Shatavari is principally a reproductive rejuvenator, laxative and has potent adaptogenic properties. It can be taken by women of any age. It can aid in overcoming the changes during pregnancy and delivery, menstrual disorders, promotes lactation, hot flashes etc. It also acts as a uterus cleanser. It has the ability to improve female fertility. Shatavari calms and provides nourishment of nerves, acts as a support system for the brain and the body to attain harmony from vata ailments.

ASHOK

The word Ashok literally means without sorrow. This herb helps in reducing excessive bleeding, including other gynecological ailments. It is known to calm the inflammation even with its aroma. It also has efficacious astringent properties. Its bark is an amazing cooling agent which heals a congested uterus, menstrual disorders. Also, it reduces any burning sensation.

LODHRA

The word Lodhra means which makes the body sturdy. This herb treats bleeding disorders because of its absorption enhancing property. It is very light and acts as a coolant and also acts as a pitta pacifier. Lodhra’s bark has anti-inflammatory properties as well.

Dosage : 2 Capsules every morning and evening after meals.

2. ALOE VITALS

Aloe Vitals is a 100% natural formulation which consists of anti-oxidants that eradicate harmful toxins from our body. It boosts immunity and aids in pacifying the three doshas. It consists of pure aloe Vera extracts. Aloe Vera has amazing anti-inflammatory properties and also detoxifies the body.

Dosage : 1 capsule twice on a daily basis after meals.

3. SHATAVARI CAPSULES

Shatavari capsules is a herbal formulation and rejuvenates the female body including menstrual disorders. This herb helps the female in maintaining and improving her fertility. It consists of phytoestrogen that helps in balancing the hormones and alleviates the risk of endometriosis. It strengthens the female reproductive system. This formulation helps in treating all gynecological ailments like ovarian cysts, endometriosis, menstrual disorders to name a few.

Dosage : 2 Capsules two times a day after meals.

4. PRADRANTAK CHURNA

This formulation is an improvised form of Pushyanug Churna which consists of Lodhra, Ashok, Arjun and Udumbar. It is considered to be very helpful in curing female disorders. And Vata imbalance is said to be the root cause of all gynecological disorders and this herb calms the vitiated vata. Also it naturally equalizes female hormones. It improves the inflamed lining of uterus or the endometrium and treatment endometriosis.

Dosage : 5 grams with lukewarm water every day.

5. BOSWELLIA CURCUMIN

This herbal formulation is enriched with herbs that have anti- inflammatory properties. These do not cause any side effects and act as a pain killer.

BOSWELLIA SERRATA

Boswellia helps in decreasing and repairing the inflamed endometrium. It also consists of potent analgesic properties and also improves the blood circulation.

CURCUMIN LONGA

Curcumin or turmeric are anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant in nature. Also this herb hinder the growth of the cells that cause inflammation.

Dosage : 2 capsules twice a day, with plain water after meals.

DIET IN ENDOMETRIOSIS TO AVOID SURGERY

Our body responds to the foods we eat rapidly and this affects our overall health. Making healthy changes in your diet helps in reversing symptoms of Endometriosis. Patients with Endometriosis should consume a high fiber diet which comprises of fruits, vegetables, whole grains. These foods aid in controlling Endometriosis symptoms to some extent.

The main cause of some foods worsening the symptoms of Endometriosis depends on the reactions that occur due to ingesting these foods. Consuming a balanced diet in this disorder alleviates the harmful chemical reactions. The reversal in symptoms may include reduced pain and inflammation. Also, it helps in decreasing estrogen levels in the body and thus alleviates the chances of the disease growing further.

The prime focus of the special diet for endometriosis is to hinder the bad prostaglandins due to their negative effects on the body. Consuming a healthy diet helps in promoting the good Prostaglandins which help in reducing the uterine contractions, pain and inflammations. Changing the consumption of oils has a huge effect on your body. Good oils can be found in the Omega-3 group. The best sources are:

  • Fish oil or consuming fish on the whole.
  • Walnuts
  • Flax seeds
  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Dark green leafy vegetables.

Avoid saturated fats, animal fats, butter etc.

Increasing your fiber consumption decreases the high levels of estrogen. As excess of everything is bad, fiber intake should be in moderation. Easily digestible fibers are found in fruits and vegetables as they improve digestion while providing a soothing effect. Fibers can be found in

  • Pulses
  • Beans and peas
  • Fruits and vegetables
  • Oatmeal
  • Whole grains

There are a few foods which need to be shunned for a faster improvement and they include, refined carbohydrates, dairy products, refined sugars, honey, chocolate, canned and preserved foods, saturated fats. Alcohol and smoking should also be avoided to promote faster healing.

Ayurvedic Treatment of Endometriosis

Abstract

It is a painful condition in which the tissue that lines the endometrium grows outside the uterus. It affects 176 million women worldwide. If it is not diagnosed properly which leads to various complications. Modern medicine has no treatment for this painful disease. They treat this condition by prescribing birth control pills and by hormonal treatments. Hormonal treatment includes the therapy to supress the body’s production of estrogen. There are number of drugs which work by reducing the production of Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) and Leutinising hormone (LH). One such drug is Danazol which works similar to Testosterone. It works by reducing FSH and LH levels if taken for 6-9 months but this therapy has various side effects like- pseudomenopause, hot flushes, growth of hair on skin, vaginal dryness, hoarseness of voice, joint pains etc. It generally affects women between the age group of 24-45 years. Endometriosis is one of the main reason of uterus removal (hysterctomy) in women. There is no cure available but if healthy lifestyle is followed alongwith herbal treatment symptoms of disease can be managed. Below in this blog we are going to learn more about treatment of endometriosis in ayurveda & diet plan.

Endometriosis

It should be understood that this disease is different from cancer. Endometrial growths are not malignant, it is just a normal tissue growing outside but unlike the lining of uterus, the growth outside the uterus finds no way of leaving the body which results in internal bleeding, inflammation and scarring. These lesions first appear as clear vesicles, then become red and then progress to black over a period of years. Sometimes endrometric cysts are formed which are known as benign tumors but women may face difficulty in conceiving.

Ayurvedic Approach to Endometriosis

According to Ayurveda, Endometriosis is a result of imbalance of all three doshas in body namely Vata, Pitta and Kapha. It is a Sannipatika condition according to Ayurveda. It is mainly a Kapha problem but due to the involvement of blood and hormones, it becomes Pitta problem also. Vata is responsible for movement in the body. Hence, it is a problem of vitiated Vata too.

According to Ayurveda, it results due to formation of Ama (toxins). As a result of toxin formation in the body, the natural defences are lowered and biological rhythms are disrupted. This disease can be corrected by regulating digestive fire (Jatharagni), ensuring proper elimination and by balancing the mind. Various Ayurvedic medicines like – ChanderprabhaVati, KachanaarGuggul, Pradarantakchurna etc. are very useful.

What are the symptoms of Endometriosis?

  • Pain during ovulation
  • Dyspareunia – Pain during sexual intercourse
  • Pelvic Pain
  • Tiredness
  • Back pain which is not associated with menstruation
  • Difficulty in conceiving
  • Dysmenorrhea – Painful menstruation
  • Infertility as it produces scarring of the ovary and tubes.
  • Heavy or uncontrollable menstrual periods with small or large blood clots
  • Premenstrual spotting

What are the causes of Endometriosis?

  • Surgical transplantation
  • Structural defects in uterus or cervix
  • Heredity
  • Women who consume alcohol are more prone to Endometriosis
  • Poor nutrition
  • Poor digestion
  • Physical and mental stress
  • Disruption of natural biological rhythms
  • Toxins accumulating in tissues and blocking circulation

Planet Ayurveda’s Natural Supplements

Products of Planet Ayurveda for Endometriosis are 100% safe and pure with no non-vegetarian constituents.

Products List

  1. Boswellia Curcumin
  2. Female Health Support
  3. Aloe Vitals
  4. Shatavari Capsules
  5. Pradrantak Churna


Endometriosis Care Pack

Product Description

1. Boswellia Curcumin

Boswellia Curcumin product of Planet Ayurveda contains extract of Curcuma longa. Curcuma longa contains alkaloid ‘Curcumin’ which has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antibiotic, anti-cancerous properties.

Dosage : 2 capsules of Boswellia Curcumin to be taken twice daily after meals with water.

2. Female Health Support

This product of Planet Ayurveda contains

  • Ashoka (Saracaindica)
  • Lodhra (Symplocosracemosa)
  • Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)

It helps in shrinking extra endometrial cells.

Ashoka (Saraca indica) is known to repair endometrium due to its estrogenic properties due to which it repairs the inflammation of uterus. This herb has remarkable effects on female hormones.

Lodhra (Symplocus racemosa) – It is helpful in maintaining Pitta(heat) and Kapha(phelgum) in the body. It has been traditionally used as uterine tonic. It contains glycosides which are responsible for medicinal properties of bark.

Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) – It is an excellent tonic for women. Its cooling effects help in reducing Pitta (heat) levels in the body.

Dosage : 2 capsulesbe taken twice after meals with water.

3. Aloe vitals

This product of Planet Ayurveda contains pure extract of Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis). It is rich in natural vitamins, minerals which repairs the endometrium slowly and naturally without causing any side effects. It has many healing properties.

Dosage : 1 capsuleto be taken 2 times a day after meals with water.

4. Shatavari Capsules

Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) – It is an excellent tonic for women. Its cooling effects help in reducing Pitta (heat) levels in the body

Dosage : 2 capsules twice a day after meals with water.

5. Pradrantak Churna

Pradrantak Churna of Planet Ayurveda contains Lodhra (Symplocus racemosa), Asoka (Saraca indica), Udumbur (Ficus glomerata) and Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna). This preparation gives a lot of strength to the uterus and helps to heal the endometrial lining.

Udumbur (Ficus glomerata) is used extensively in Ayurveda to treat heavy menstruation. It is astringent thus brings Stambhana (blocking effect), It is Shramahara (relieves tiredness and fatigue), it is Shothahara (anti-inflammatory). It is Pradarahara (relieves heavy menstruation and excessive white discharge). Its decoction is also used for vaginal douche.
Its bark along with other ingredients is made into Kashayam and is administered after delivery for care of mother.

Herbal pack of Planet Ayurveda for Endometriosis is 100% safe and prepared by using best quality of herbs. This pack is prepared by keeping in touch with the principles of Ayurveda. Purity of the Planet Ayurveda’s medicines is confirmed.

These medicines are recommended for at-least 2 months but medicines can be continued for 1 year if there are uterine fibroids, blockage of fallopian tubes, excessive menstrual bleeding. This herbal combination improves the health of a woman by decreasing heat in the body and curbing over growth of endometrial lining.
One must avoid chemical treatments to improve hormonal levels in the body as it leads to various side effects thus hampering the system’s own mechanism to secrete hormones naturally.

Dosage : 1 tsp two times a day with water.