Sustainable Weight Management through Ayurveda
Over the past few years, global obesity statistics have shot to alarming levels. A vast majority of conversations about being overweight revolve merely around physical appearance, but its impact on one’s health remains largely unspoken.
Obesity disrupts the smooth functioning of the respiratory and circulatory systems. It also contributes to the onset of various conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart diseases, cholesterol issues, infertility, cancer, and strokes, some of which can be life-threatening. To maintain good physical and mental health, proper weight management should be prioritised.
Causes for Obesity
Obesity can stem from a variety of factors, ranging from genetics to lifestyle choices. While some individuals may be genetically inclined towards obesity, other common grounds include poor dietary habits, sedentary lifestyles, lack of proper exercise, and indulgence in habits like drinking and smoking. Hormonal imbalances further complicate the issue. Identifying the right cause is crucial to developing a proper approach to weight management.
The Ayurvedic Approach
Unlike conventional weight management approaches that often focus solely on weight loss, Ayurveda aims at achieving a well-rounded state of good health. The treatment plan is tailored to each patient, taking into consideration factors such as age, existing health conditions, body constitution, and the imbalance in Ayurvedic dosas.
The most commonly used therapy in tackling obesity is the well-integrated, highly efficient Panchakarma. This process involves cleansing the body through various methods, including Vamana (therapeutic vomiting), Virechana (purgation), Nasyam (nasal administration of medicines), Asthapana Vasti, and Anuvasana Vasti. These treatments help detoxify the body, restore the natural state of Agni (digestive fire), and correct the digestive cycle, facilitating sustainable weight management.
In addition to Panchakarma, treatments like Swetana (sudation therapy), Udvartana (herbal powder massage), and Ama Pachana (digestive fire enhancement), may also be recommended. These therapies, combined with dietary and lifestyle adjustments, create a comprehensive approach to weight management. Internal medications further support the body in this journey.
Weight management is crucial when it comes to safeguarding oneself against life-threatening medical conditions. True weight loss, as advocated by Ayurveda, is not merely an external transformation but a total renewal from within. At Dhanwanthari Vaidyasala Ayurveda Hospitals, we offer personalised weight management plans designed to address individual body types and other crucial factors. It's time to approach weight without the burden of shame and work towards achieving a state of good health and harmony.