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March 15, 2023

Yakrit Plihantak Churna for Fatty Liver & Other Liver Disease

ABSTRACT

Ayurveda is an ancient system of medicine that comprises various herbs and their preparations for our well-being. Yakrit Plihantak Churna is an absolutely wonderful combination of various herbs. It helps in curing various disorders related to yakrit and plica. In today’s lifestyle, unhealthy food practices adversely affect the body’s digestive system. Hence it is most important to care for the liver and digestive system of the body. There are many chemical-loaded drugs available in the market that have added fuel to the fire. Hence it is time to switch to herbal remedies instead of chemical drugs. Let’s discuss this herbal blend in detail.

Yakri Plihantak Churna For Liver Disease

INTRODUCTION

Yakrit plihantak churna is one of the best formulations in Ayurveda for maintaining a healthy digestive system.Here yakrit is liver and pleeha is spleen.Yakrit Plihantak churna is formulated for the treatment of various ailments regarding the liver and spleen. It helps in regenerating cells of the liver and detoxing the accumulated toxins. It not only cures but helps in the prevention of diseases in the liver and spleen. As per the classical text herbs present in this churna do yakrit utterance and act as pitta sarak.

INGREDIENTS

 It mainly consists of  8 herbs that are mentioned below

  •   Bhoomi Amla (Phyllanthus niruri)
  •   Bhringraj (Eclipta alba)
  •   Kalmegha (Andrographis paniculata)
  •   Sharpunkha ( Tephrosia purpurea)
  •   Kaasni (Cichorium intybus)
  •   Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa)
  •   Makoy (Solanum nigrum)
  •   Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa)

Yakrit Plihantak Churna for Fatty Liver

Yakrit Plihantak Churna for Fatty Liver

DESCRIPTION OF THE INGREDIENTS

1. Bhoomi Amla 

Bhoomi amla grows in tropical areas. This herb tends to have the capacity to reverse the changes that happen to the liver due to disease and infections from various agents. Helpful in various liver disorders. It has hepatoprotective properties and acts as an antiviral also. This makes it best for treating liver disorders. It protects the stomach from gastric acid secretions that cause liver damage. Hence it also prevents gastric ulcer disease.

Medicinal Qualities

Rasa:- Tikta, Kashaya

Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu

Vipaak:-Madhur

Veerya:- Sheet

Pharmacological Action

1. Antiviral

2. Biliary cell protective property

3. Carminative

4. Febrifugal

5. Analgesic

6. Hypoglycemic

7. Laxative

Effect on Tridosha

Reduces vitiated Kapha and Pitta dosha.

Parts used

The whole plant is used

Uses

Liver carcinoma

Hepatitis

Jaundice

Cystitis

Anaemia

Hypertension

Diabetes

2. Bhringraj 

It is one of the most amazing drugs that tend to have the capacity owing to its medicinal properties. It also has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It protects from infection and inflammation. It is found in marshy places. It is of three types

Shwet Bhringraj, Neel Bhringraj, and Peet Bhringraj.

Medicinal Qualities

Rasa:-  Katu, Tikta

Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu

Veeraya:-Ushana

Vipak:-Katu

Pharmacological Action

1. Antiviral

2. Hepatoprotective

3. Analgesic

4. Purgative

5. Hypotensive

Effect on Tridosha

As it has a pungent and bitter taste, and dryness and is light it balances the Kapha dosha. As it has hot potency it balances the vata dosha. Hence it balances both Vata dosha and Kapha dosha.

Parts used

The whole plant is used.

Uses

1. Akshirogahrut ( useful in eye disease )

2. Dantaya ( improves the strength of teeth)

3. Panduit ( useful in anemia and early stage of liver disorder)

4. Amanat ( useful in indigestion)

5. Kesharanjana ( useful in grey hairs)

3. Kalmegha 

It is also known as Indian Echinacea. It was traditionally used in ample conditions from cold to snake bite.  Another variety of this plant is used in Europe for the same purpose. It acts as a blood purifier, antiseptic, and  Immune booster.

Medicinal Qualities

Rasa:-   Tikta

Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu

Veeraya:-Ushana

Vipak:-Katu

Pharmacological Action

1. Antibacterial

2. Antioxidant

3. Hepatoprotective

4. Antimicrobial

Effect on Tridosha

It reduces Kapha dosha and pitta dosha.

Part used

The whole plant is used

Uses

1. Stimulates liver

2. Excrete out pitta from their body

3. Useful in skin disorders

4. Useful in skin

5. Nourishment

6. Useful in worm infestation

4. Sharpunkha  

It is very useful in liver and spleen disorders. It undergoes a pungent kind of transformation and it is hot in nature. It acts as a blood purifier and is used to subside liver infection, splenomegaly, and anemia. It also has very good results in bleeding disorders. It is found in all parts of India.

Medicinal Qualities

Rasa:-   Tikta, Kashaya

Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu, Teekshan

Veeraya:-Ushana

Vipak:-Katu

Pharmacological Action

1. It’s an alkali preparation widely used in liver disorders

2. Helpful in skin disorders

3. To be used in peptic ulcer disorders.

Effect on Tridosha

It helps in balancing Kapha and vata dosha.

Part used

Alkali powder preparation of root of the plant.

Uses

1. Quick wound healing

2. Hepatitis, cirrhosis of the liver

3. Acts against poison

4. Useful in splenomegaly

5. Insect bites

6. Asthma and chronic respiratory disease

5. Kaasni

Cichorium intybus is used in treating hepatic disorders and general debility. It is found in the northwest and southeast parts of India. This plant is native to Europe but it now spread to other parts of the world also. It is also known as the syrup of wild cherries. It also supports the health of the circulatory system.

Medicinal Qualities

Rasa:-   Tikta 

Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu

Veeraya:-Ushana

Vipak:-Katu

Pharmacological Action

1. Anti-bacterial

2. Hepatoprotective

3. Nourishment

4. Antimicrobial

Effect on Tridosha

Reduces vitiated Kapha and pitta dosha

Part used

The roots and leaves of the plant are used.

Uses

1. Paste the leaves applied on the head in case of a headache.

2. Powder of the roots to be consumed with warm water relieves indigestion.

3. Acts as a cardiac tonic as well.

4. Useful in dysmenorrhoea

5. The herb contains insulin and coumarins.

6. KUTKI

Kutki is a bitter root of a perennial herb with the presence of rhizomes. It is also used in the panchakarma procedure ( Vaman ). It is known to be a cooling agent possessing the ability to pacify Pitta and Kapha dosha.

Medicinal qualities

Rasa:- Tikta

Guna:- Ruksha, Laghu

Veeraya:-Sheeta

Vipak:-Katu

Pharmacological Action

1. Anti-diabetic

2. Anti-asthmatic

3. Anti-inflammatory

4. Hepatoprotective

Effect on Tridosha

Pacify Pitta and Kapha dosha.

Part used

The roots of the plant are used.

Uses

1. Useful in the bleeding disorder

2. Anorexia

3. Good for the heart

4. Useful in fever

5. Asthma

7. MAKOY

Makoy is an ayurvedic plant used for treating liver diseases. It is a small herb found all over India. Moreover, it also treats colicky pain and fever.

Medicinal qualities

Rasa:- Tikta

Guna:- Laghu7.

Veeraya:- Anushna

Vipak:- Katu

Pharmacological action

1. Hepatoprotective

2. Anti-Inflammatory

Effect on Tridosha

It reduces all three doshas.

Part used

The whole plant is used.

Uses

1. Cell and tissue rejuvenation

2. Rejuvenates cells

3. Provide relief from constipation

4. Good for eyes

8. PUNARNAVA

It is one of the most important medicinal herbs that acts as an anti-inflammatory. It is well known for its diuretic effect. This plant dies off in a year and with the same root, it regrows the next year.

Medicinal qualities

Rasa:- Tikta, Madhur

Guna:- Laghu, Ruksha

Veeraya:- Ushana

Vipak:- Katu

Pharmacological Action

1. Anti-inflammatory

2. Diuretic

3. Hepatoprotective

Effect on Tridosha

Balances Kapha and Vata dosha

Part used

The whole plant is used.

Uses

1. Dysuria

2. Pedal edema

3. Abdominal distension

4. Urinary calculi

5. Recurrent UTI

6. Jaundice

BENEFITS OF YAKRIT PLIHANTAK CHURNA

1. Rejuvenates damaged cells of the liver

2. Anti-inflammatory

3. Natural alkalizer

4. Eliminates toxins from the liver

5. Balance tridoshas

6. Prevent liver diseases

7. Helps in fat metabolism and digestion

8. Blood cleanser

9. Rectify liver failure

10. Coagulation of blood

DOSAGE OF YAKRIT PLIHANTAK CHURNA

You have to boil one teaspoon full of powder in 400 ml of water and keep it boiling until it remains 50 ml. Strain it and drink the water. Have it twice daily. Make every time fresh.do not consume unfresh.

SIDE EFFECTS

There are no known side effects of this powder when consumed in the prescribed dosage.

ADVANTAGES

  • No chemical preservatives, dyes, and chemicals are added to it.
  • It is not tested on animals, it’s a completely vegetarian product.
  • Prepared with the best quality herbs.
  • It goes through quality testing before giving it to patients.

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CONCLUSION

As mentioned above the article Yakrit Plihantak Churna is one of the best formulations for hepatic and splenic disorders. It balances all three doshas and eliminates toxins from the liver and rejuvenates it. Having no side effects makes it more potent for maintaining a good metabolism. Yakrit Plihantak churna is a proven herbal product to strengthen the liver and spleen in the body and supports the overall digestive system.

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February 18, 2019

How to Reduce the Chances of Fatty Liver Disease Naturally

Overview

Fatty liver is a condition or a disease of the liver in which fat build up in the liver and results in its inflammation. Consumption of over fat and alcohol results into fatty liver.

Symptoms of fatty LIver

The symptoms which give a clears picture of having fatty liver and requires attention are-

  • Weight gain
  • Fatigue
  • Dull abdominal pain
  • Flatulence
  • Bloating
  • Blood sugar imbalance
  • Cramping
  • High cholesterol
  • High blood pressure
  • Loss of appetite
  • Constipation
  • Jaundice
  • Nausea

There are natural ways if followed will help to keep our liver healthy and free from the complications which can result in a damaged liver. Our lifestyle and dietary habits are very much counted to be responsible for fatty liver or other complications related to the liver.

Let us discuss the ways which can help to avoid Fatty Liver.

Maintain a Healthy Weight

  • Overweight is always unhealthy and a reason for many problems. When one continues with overeating, fried, and greasy food it leads to accumulation of fat on the liver. So one should always have a balanced diet which can avoid the fat accumulation and controls the body weight.

Body Detoxification

  • When one gets into direct contact of toxins- industrial chemicals,  certain medications, and even the food that we eat, than these toxins affect our body. It starts harming our liver and become a reason for fatty liver. Therefore one should keep oneself free from these toxins This can be done through detoxification.

Get Your Antioxidants

  • Intake of vitamins are very much required for  healthy working of the body. So one should take Vitamin E and C as both are good antioxidants and helps to promote liver health.

Try Herbal Medicine

  • Intake of too much of allopathic medicines can also harm our liver. Therefore one should move towards Ayurveda- natural and herbal products because it helps our body produce enzymes and boost immunity which help to flush out the toxins and keep our organs safe and strong.

stages of liver disease

Simple Home Remedies for Fatty Liver

Let’s discuss few of the home  remedies or the easily available things which helps in curing Fatty liver

Coffee to lower abnormal liver enzymes

  • Coffee is good to be consumed if you have fatty liver but in a limit. As it helps to lower down the abnormal liver enzymes.

Tofu(Soya Paneer)

  • Tofu is full of protein with very low fat. Therefore it helps to reduce the accumulation of fat on the liver.

Fish

  • Fish is a good source of omega-3 and fatty acid. Intake of it helps in decreasing the fat level of liver which eases the inflammation.

Oatmeal

  • Intake of oatmeal which is rich in carbohydrate give energy to the body. Its Consumption help in maintaining normal body weight.

Walnut

  • It is full of omega-3 and fatty acid and consumption of it improve the liver function.

Avocado

  • It has healthy fats and chemical which slows down the liver damage. Avocado is also rich in fiber which helps in maintaining normal weight.

Sunflower seeds-

  • These seeds are rich in vitamin E and have an antioxidant property which protects the liver from further damage.

Olive oil

  • This oil is rich in omega-3 and fatty acid and consumption of it lower downs the abnormal liver enzymes and controls and manages the weight.

Garlic

  • It is one of the most common spices used in every kitchen and it is overloaded with benefits. Its Consumption reduces the body weight and accumulation of fat on the liver. Thus it helps in treating fatty liver.

Green Tea

  • Intake of Green tea helps in reducing the accumulated fat and also improves the liver function. Green tea  lowers down the cholesterol and induces the sleep.

Papaya

  • It is a fruit which has the function of burning fat from the body. This fruit is having an anti-oxidant property which makes it useful in treating fatty liver. It can be taken as fruit.  The fried papaya seeds with lemon juice twice daily is very beneficial.

Lemon

  • It is a detoxifier which helps the liver in producing glutathione (enzyme). Lemon is a good source of vitamin C which in production of the enzyme required to overcome Fatty Liver. Consumed as lemon water.

Herbs which help in Fatty Liver

  • Turmeric is one of the most common and easily available herbs and spice in every kitchen. This herb is loaded with benefits therefore used in the treatment of many health issues. Turmeric Curcumin Longa has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant property also used as a detoxifier.
  • As per Ayurveda it also balances the vitiated Pitta Dosha. The properties  present in turmeric help in protecting the liver cells from the causes which leads to Fatty Liver. It can be consumed in any form- in cooking, added in milk, or in capsule form.

Indian Gooseberry/Amla

  • It is one the commonly found herb with antioxidant property and acts as a good detoxifier. It helps in maintaining and balancing the liver function. It can be used in powder form or can be eaten raw-3 to 4 daily. Mix 1 teaspoon of amla powder in a glass of lukewarm water and have it.

Golden Seal

  • Golden Seal is one of the best herb used for natural care of the Fatty Liver. This herb has the property of cleansing and purification. It is also helpful in problems related to digestion, UTI, and many more.  The dose of it depends on the factors like- age, health, and other conditions. Taken in powder form-1 teaspoonful twice daily with luke warm water.

Ginger / Adrak ( Zingiber officinale)

  • Ginger is again a commonly available spice of every kitchen. As per Ayurveda, it reduces the formation of Ama the toxins, which makes it beneficial in supporting overall health.
  • Ginger also has the properties which help in the protection of liver from damages like- degenerative liver and fatty liver. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-oxidative properties which makes it useful in fatty liver and other health ailments too.
  • It can be used  fresh in cooking or can be consumed in powder form-1 teaspoonful with normal water or as ginger tea, decoction.

Cinnamon

  • Cinnamon has anti-oxidative and detoxifying action which improves the level of enzymes, and anti-diabetic function which makes it beneficial in Fatty Liver. It can be used as a normal spice in cooking,  or as a herbal tea, decoction and in powder form- ½ tsp once in a day.

yoga for fatty liver

Yoga

  • Along with diet doing yoga on the regular basis helps in reducing the fat over liver and it is also good for overall health. Let us discuss the yoga asanas.

Kapalbhati Pranayam

  • Boost the health of the liver and protects from ailments like Fatty liver, liver cirrhosis, Jaundice, and Hepatitis.

Ardha Matsyendrasana

  • It gives strength and stimulates the liver also protects from fibrosis, apoptosis, stress, and inflammation.

Dhanurasana

  • This asana is very helpful in  case of Fatty liver. It strengthen, stretches and stimulates the liver. By doing this asana the accumulated fat will be used as energy.

Gomukhasana

  • It is very helpful in the case of Liver Cirrhosis. Practicing this asana will strengthen, stimulate and stretch the liver

Naukasana

Effective in treating Liver cancer. It also strengthens, stretches and stimulates the liver. Removes the harmful toxins from the liver.

Note

  • Intake of these herbs enriched with health benefits and following proper diet with yoga helps a lot to overcome the diseases of liver, especially Fatty Liver.
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