Ayurveda offers holistic approaches to address endocrine problems. Here are a few Ayurvedic principles and remedies that may be beneficial for endocrine problems: Dietary Recommendations: Ayurveda emphasizes the importance of a balanced and nourishing diet. Specific dietary guidelines may be suggested based on your dosha (constitution) and the endocrine disorder you're experiencing. Generally, a diet rich in whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats is recommended. Ayurvedic Medicines: Ayurveda utilizes various herbs and herbal formulations to support endocrine health. Some commonly used herbs for endocrine disorders include Guggul, Guduchi and Licorice. These herbs are believed to help balance hormones and support the proper functioning of the endocrine system. Panchakarma: Panchakarma is a set of Ayurvedic detoxification procedures that aim to eliminate toxins and restore balance in the body. Panchakarma treatments may include therapies such as Abhyanga (oil massage), Swedana (herbal steam therapy), and Basti (medicated enema). These therapies can help to rejuvenate the body and improve overall endocrine function. Yoga and Meditation: Ayurveda recognizes the mind-body connection, and incorporating practices like yoga and meditation can be beneficial. Specific yoga asanas (postures) and pranayama (breathing exercises) may help regulate hormone levels, reduce stress, and promote overall well-being. Lifestyle Modifications: Ayurveda emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This includes following a regular sleep schedule, managing stress levels, engaging in regular physical activity, and avoiding excessive consumption of stimulants like caffeine and alcohol.

OIL ENEMA Administration of oil or ghee in the form of enema is called as Sneha Basti. Initially abdomen and back is massaged and steam is given. The oil enema stays in and gets expelled after certain duration according to the condition and quantity Benefits: Locally it helps to lubricate the large intestine, regularise the bowel movement and evacuate the stools easily. Systemically, it helps to reduce Vata dosha and detoxify body. How it works: The oil or ghee get absorbed to some extent and pacify Vata dosha. The properties of medicated oil or ghee helps to remove the toxins easily from the body. Recommended in: Vata dosha disorders having pain-stiffness-swellings, constipation, general weakness, massive weight loss, fissures, paralysis, facial palsy, gout etc. Contraindications: Fever, severe anemia, jaundice, flu, diarrhea, extreme obesity etc. Duration of Treatment: 30 mins # Ayurvedic treatment for cervical spondylosis

Medicated Decoction Enema Administration of medicated decoction empty stomach in the form of enema is called as Kashaya Basti or Niruha Basti. It is compulsorily administered after localised massage and steam. The Kashaya Basti gets expelled within few minutes to a maximum of 45 minutes duration. Benefits: Locally it helps to evacuate the bowels completely and thus helps to removes the toxins locally. The mixture of oil, ghee, honey, salt in the decoction helps to reduce systemic toxins also. It helps to reduce Vata dosha. This type of basti is considered as enhancing longevity and establishing youthfulness. Basti is considered as half treatment to all the diseases. How it works: The herbs used for making decoction are selected as per the requirement of the body condition or disease. They get easily absorbed through large intestine. It thus helps to pacify Vata dosha, regularise bowel movement, improves digestion and body metabolism. Recommended in: Vata prakruti/ Vata dominant body constitution, Vata diseases like painful conditions like arthritis, tremors, tingling and numbness, paralysis, sciatica etc. It is very useful in diseases of abdominal viscera and obstructive conditions of flatus, urine and stools. Contraindications: Indigestion, anorexia, too weak or too week lean, immediately after emesis and purgation, fainting and unconsciousness, severe cough, intestinal obstruction, severe odema, giddiness etc. Duration of Treatment: 75 mins

EMESIS TREATMENT Pre-Procedure: Medicated ghee is given in a specific quantity to be taken empty stomach for 3 to 5 days. Thereafter, on 4th to 6th day whole body massage followed with whole body steam is given. Procedure: On 5th or 7th day, whole body massage and steam is given early morning. Then decoction of certain herbs is given to drink followed by emetic herbal paste. This induces emesis. Maximum of 8 urges of emesis are given to complete the procedure. Post-procedure: Warm water is given for gargling followed by herbal fumes for inhalation. Next 3-7 days specific diet is prescribed to be followed compulsorily. Benefits: Vaman is specifically beneficial in Kapha Dosha and to some extent in Pitta Dosha disorders. It helps to expel the vitiated and aggravated Kapha Dosha through emesis. It helps to improve the digestive power and enhance metabolism. It helps to improve strength, nourishment, immunity and longevity as a long term benefit. How it works: The whole process of Vaman helps to remove the vitiated Kapha dosha and excess if Pitta Dosha during the process. The organs in upper abdomen and chest are prone to get affected by Kapha Dosha and hence Vaman acts to expel Kapha Dosha from these area. It also helps to reduce the toxins and regularise Kapha Dosha activities. Recommended in: Persons having Kapha dosha as predominant vitiated dosha. Cough and cold, asthma, chronic respiratory disorders, skin diseases having itching as dominant symptom like urticaria rashes, indigestion, nausea, anorexia, lack of taste, head and neck Kapha diseases like acne, obesity, anemia, excess sleepiness etc. Vaman is also recommended in healthy person in Vasant Rutu i.e. spring season for maintaining health. Contraindications: Lean body, weakness, small children, old persons, patients with heart diseases, enlarged spleen, ascites, intestinal obstruction, haemorrhoids, hematemesis, pregnancy etc. Complete procedure: 9 days - Daily: 60 mins

Pottali Steam ( Local ) Pinda sweda uses rice/ herbal powders tied in a cloth to make small boluses (Pottali). These are then heated and lightly pounded/rubbed over the body or specific parts of the body as per requirement. Benefits: It is very helpful to increase the overall strength of the body. It is also helps to improve the muscle bulk. It also tonnes the skin and muscles. It specifically strengthens the joints like shoulder, neck and lumbar spine etc. How it works: It helps to reduce Vata dosha. It is very helpful in blood related Vata disorders. Most of the herbs used are strengthening. Recommended in: Asthama, frozen shoulder, weight loss etc. Contraindications:: Pitta prakruti with heat sensitive body, skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis. Duration of Treatment : 20 mins

Poultice Upanaha is the mixture made up of fresh herbs, herbal powders, oil, ghee, salt etc. Applying the freshly prepared warm mixture on a cloth and tying on affected part is called as Upanaham/ poultice. Benefits: It helps to reduce swelling, pain and other symptoms like redness, tenderness, restricted movements etc. How it works: It helps to improve blood circulation. Hence, helps to drain off the accumulated toxins easily. Recommended in: Vata disorders, injuries, ankle sprain, inflammations etc. Duration of Treatment: 30 mins

Eye Massage And Oleation Special massage and oleation technique for eyes is called as Netra Tarpana in Ayurved. A suitable well is prepared using black gram or wheat dough over the periphery of eyes. Lukewarm medicated ghee is poured in the well and person is asked to open and close the eyes for specific duration. The whole procedure is carried under all aseptic precautions. Benefits: It helps to cleanse and bring lightness, strength to the eyes. How it works: The medicated ghee comes in contact with external parts of eyes. The medicines used in the ghee preparation are traditionally mentioned for eye treatments. They help to cleanse the eye channels thus rejuvenating the organ. Recommended in: Various diseases of eyes, eye strain, dryness in eyes, blurred vision etc. Contraindications: Eye inflammations, injuries, infections, fever, glaucoma, cataract etc. Duration of Treatment: 20 mins

Continuous pouring of lukewarm medicated oil over forehead is called as Shirodhara. The oil kept intermittently moving with gentle massage over forehead. Finally the hairs are washed with lukewarm decoction of Amla. Benefits: Shirodhara is the special head massage used for relaxation. It helps to de-stress the mind and helps to induce sound sleep. It has a soothing and calming effect. The aroma in the oil has an additive effect of relaxing and refreshing. Externally it helps to strengthen the hair roots. How it works: The lukewarm oil in excess quantity and gentle massage over forehead relaxes the mind by having remote action on brain and its components. Research have shown that such sensation induces calming and relaxing effects on mind. This results in sound sleep and refreshing effect. Recommended in: Insomnia, anxiety or neurosis, depression, lack of mental concentration, memory impairment, irritability, hyperactivity, several types of headaches, paralysis and other psychosomatic disorders. Contraindications: Chronic sinusitis, cold and cough, fever, conjunctivitis, glaucoma, scalp and head injuries, inflammatory diseases. Duration of Treatment: 20-60 mins

Special Oleation of knees A small well is prepared out of black gram/ wheat dough and lukewarm medicated oil is poured in it. It is kept for specific duration and recommended for continuous 7 days for best results. Benefits: Janu Basti is used in the treatment of knee joint conditions. It helps to reduce pain and stiffness in knee joints. It is also helpful to improve restricted movements of joints. How it works: The quantity of oil and its warmth pacify Vata dosha. It helps to lubricate the joints, strengthens the ligaments and tendons, relaxes the musculature and improves tone. Recommended in: Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis & other diseased conditions of Knee joint Duration of Treatment: 30 – 50 mins