Author: Dr. Vikram Chauhan

September 26, 2016

How to Treat Psoriasis at Home? Herbal Remedies for Psoriasis

Abstract

Nobody wants to see any rashes, scars or patches on skin. Healthy skin adds the perfection in our look and over all personality. But we feel like crying if we suffer from the skin diseases. Psoriasis – An auto immune disease in which T cells attack healthy cells by mistake and results in the excess growth of skin cells. Due to this there is development of dry, red patches and cracked skin which can be painful sometimes.

Ayurvedic view

In Ayurveda, psoriasis is due to imbalance of vata and kapha doshas. Vitiation of vata and kapha doshas results in the toxins (ama) production and accumulation in the deep tissues like rasa (nutrient plasma), rakta (blood), mansa (muscles) and lasika (lymphatic).

Psoriasis

From the treatment perspective, tissues and blood purification is done to manage the psoriasis. Several herbs are identified in Ayurveda like  Neem (Azadirachta indica), Amla (Emblica Officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula), Bahera (Terminalia Bellerica)(Tinopsora Cordifolia), Katuki (Picrorrhiza Kurroa), Ghrit kumari (Aloe Barbadensis), Manjishta (Rubia Cordifolia) which help in removal of toxins,blood purification, healing of tissues. More over these herbs don’t result in any side effect on health. Herbal Remedies for Psoriasis are an effective and reliable way to get rid from this problem.

HERBAL REMEDIES FOR PSORIASIS BY PLANET AYURVEDA

Planet Ayurveda is an ISO, AYUSH, GMP, Halal certified Ayurvedic company with a lot of other certifications. This company serves mankind with a variety of Ayurvedic medicines only. They serve various conditions and among them one is Psoriasis. For Psoriasis Planet Ayurveda provides Psora Care Pack, among which there are 7 types of Ayurvedic medicines including medicines for internal or external administration. So let’s have a look those 7 medicines and how they are beneficial for Psoriasis.

Products list

  1. Navkarshik Churna
  2. Gleaming Skin, Hair, Nails Formula
  3. Neem Capsules
  4. Manjishtha Capsules
  5. Pitta Balance
  6. Gandhak Rasayan
  7. Radiant Skin, Hair, Nails Lotion
  8. Jatyadi Tailam

Psora Care Pack

Psora Care Pack

Product description

1. NAVKARSHIK CHURNA

Planet Ayurveda has Navkarshik churna which is also the one of more effective herbal remedies for psoriasis. This herbal product is an amazing blend of various herbs such as Amla (Emblica Officinalis), Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula), Bahera (Terminalia Bellerica), Vacha (Acorus Calamus), etc. Herbs of this herbal powder blend help to pacify the vitiated pitta dosha and rakta dhatu (blood components). These herbs are loaded with the blood purification properties and help to reduce symptoms of psoriasis.

Dosage : ½ to 1 teaspoonful twice daily with plain water after meals.

2. GLEAMING SKIN, HAIR, NAILS FORMULA

Planet Ayurveda offers the Gleaming, skin, hair, nails formula for the treatment of psoriasis as the ingredients present in this formulation promote skin health. Major ingredients of this remedy includes Manjistha (Rubia Cordifolia), Pitta papda (Fumaria officinalis), Ghrit kumari (Aloe Barbadensis), etc. These herbs makes this remedy wonderful pitta pacifier and blood purifier, thus, this remedy is effective in psoriasis and various skin issues.

Dosage : 1-2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.

3. NEEM CAPSULES

Neem capsules by Planet Ayurveda is a single herbal capsule formulation prepared by Planet Ayurveda. These capsules are made up of a standardised extract of herb neem (Azadirachta Indica). Neem is one of the best herbs for promoting and preventing Skin health due to its blood cleansing properties. It aids in toxin reduction and reduce the likelihood of skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and skin rash in psoriasis and various other skin issues. Neem possesses Tikta (bitter) and Kashaya (astringent) taste, therefore it acts as a blood purifier and helps in managing variety of skin disorders.

Dosage : 1-2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.

4. MANJISHTHA CAPSULES

Manjishtha Capsules are formulated by Planet Ayurveda with a single ingredient Manjishtha (Rubia Cordifolia). Manjistha is one of the most effective herbs for treating all forms of skin diseases. An unbalanced Pitta dosha vitiates the blood, impairing its normal function. This creates skin issues, such as redness. Manjistha purifies the blood and heals a variety of skin problems. This is owing to its Pitta-balancing and Raktashodhak (blood purifying) characteristics, thus effective in managing Psoriasis condition.

Dosage : 1-2 capsules twice daily with plain water after meals.

5. PITTA BALANCE

Pitta Balance by Planet Ayurveda is one of the poly herbo-mineral formulations made by Planet Ayurveda. These capsules consist of ingredients such as Jahar Mohra Pishti (Natural calcium Compound), Kaharwa Pishti (Natural Calcium Compoumd), Giloy (Tinospora Cordifolia), etc. As the name suggests these capsules are mainly formulated to balance the Pitta Dosha, so this formulation add on more cooling effect and helps in balancing the Pitta Dosha in case of Psoriasis.

Dosage : 1 capsule twice daily with plain water after meals.

6. GANDHAK RASAYAN

Gandhak Rasayan by Planet Ayurveda is made using the key ingredient Gandhak (purified sulfur). This formulation is available in tablet form and can be administered to patients of all ages under the supervision of Ayurvedic practitioners. It reduces harmful buildup of toxins in the body and purifies the blood. Toxic accumulation and vitiated blood are among the primary causes of psoriasis. Thus, these tablets, by detoxifying the channels and purifying the blood, can help alleviate psoriasis symptoms.

Dosage : 1-2 tablets twice daily with plain water after meals.

7. RADIANT SKIN, HAIR, NAILS LOTION

Radiant Skin, Hair, Nails Lotion by Planet Ayurveda is a great lotion for skin conditions since it contains a variety of herbs that have no adverse effects. This lotion comprises herbs such as neem (Azadirachta Indica), curcumin (Curcuma Longa), coconut (Cocos nucifera), and other ingredients. This lotion is beneficial for wound healing since it has anti-inflammatory, healing, soothing, antioxidant, and regenerative properties. As a result, this lotion is an excellent treatment for a variety of inflammatory codnitions when applied locally to the affected area.

Method of Application : This lotion should be used locally 2-3 times a day after combining with Jatyadi Tailam.

8. JATYADI TAILAM

Planet Ayurveda formulated Jatyadi Tailam, a Traditional Ayurvedic Formulation, by following methods specified in Traditional Ayurvedic Texts. It includes herbs like Neem (Azadirachta Indica), patola patra (Sterospermum Chelonoides), and mulethi (Glycyrrhiza Glabra). Its potent anti-inflammatory properties have been utilized for many years to treat various skin conditions. Thus by adding anti-inflammatory effect helps in soothing inflammation in case of Psoriasis.

Method of Application : This oil should be applied topically 2-3 times per day after mixing with Radiant Skin, Hair, and Nail Lotion.

Guidelines

  • Avoid to take cold water bath immediately after a heavy workout, a long walk and traveling etc.
  • Don’t consume foods which can result in indigestion.
  • Avoid to take salty, sour or acidic foods.
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September 22, 2016

Lifestyle and Home Remedies for Type 1 Diabetes

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Talk to a person and you will come to know that he/she is diabetic. It is awful but a bitter truth too. Diabetes has become such a common health issue these days.  Our life, eating habits and various other things are reliable for the numerous health issues. Type 1 diabetes which occurs in the children and young people. It is insulin-dependent diabetes in which pancreas does not produce insulin. Increased urination, fatigue, weight loss, excessive thirst, blurred vision and slow healing of the wounds and cuts are the symptoms associated with the diabetes.

Type 1 Diabetes

But a healthy lifestyle and home remedies for type 1 diabetes are quite good to manage this problem. We should be always thankful to Mother Nature who has blessed us with so many natural things to cure the several ailments.  Type 1 Diabetes can be managed with the things which are listed below

Home Remedies for Type 1 Diabetes

Indian blackberry or Black Plum

Indian blackberry which is also known as Jamun. It is also considered as the one of best home remedy for type 1 diabetes. Seeds of Indian blackberry are packed with glycoside which helps to prevent the conversion of starch into sugar.

Directions to use

  • One can eat 6 – 7jamun in the morning.
  • Alternatively you may also take one teaspoonful of jamun seeds powder along with a glass of  warm water daily.

Bitter gourd

Bitter gourd is known to be very effective home remedy for the type 1 diabetes. Phytochemical compounds –  charatin and momordicin which are present in bitter gourd are loaded with the  with blood sugar lowering properties.it also contains a biochemical compound, plant insulin-polypeptide-P which acts  like the insulin and helps to decrease the  sugar levels in the body.

Directions to use

  • Drink 50-60 ml bitter gourd juice on an empty stomach in morning.
  •  Alternatively you can include Bittergourd as a dish or curry at least once in a week.

Fenugreek

Fenugreek is also known as an effective home remedy for type 1 diabetes. It has the hypoglycemic activity which helps to improve glucose tolerance in body and also decreases the blood sugar levels. Moreover due to rich source of fibers, it helps to slows down the absorption of sugars and carbohydrates.

Directions to use

  • Soak one two tablespoons of fenugreek seeds in water overnight.
  • Drink this water along with the seeds on an empty stomach in the morning.
  • Do it regularly and you can see the noticeable change in blood sugar levels.
  • Another option is consume one- two tablespoons of fenugreek seeds powder with water or milk every day.

Flax seeds (Alsi)

Being rich in the fiber, flax seeds help in the absorption of sugar and fats from blood. So Consumption of flax seeds is a quite useful home remedy to lower the blood sugar levels in type 1 diabetes.

Directions to use

Consume one tablespoon of flaxseed powder with a glass of warm water or milk in every morning on an empty stomach.

Neem

Consumption of neem juice is also another effective home remedy to manage the type 1 diabetes. As neem helps to enhance the insulin receptor sensitivity which helps to decrease the blood sugar levels.

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is quite beneficial to lower the fasting blood glucose levels. As it contains the phytosterols and its anti- hyperglycemic properties help to manage the high blood sugar levels.

Directions to use

  • Mix together one tablespoon of aloe vera gel, one-half teaspoon each of ground bay leaves and turmeric.
  • Consume it two times in a day, before having lunch and dinner.

Indian Gooseberry

It is commonly called as amla and being a rich source of vitamin c promotes the functioning of pancreas. So consumption of amla juice is also quite effective to lower the blood sugar levels in diabetes.

Directions to use

  • Consume amla juice two times in day.
  • Alternatively you can mix one tablespoon of Indian gooseberry juice in a cup of bitter gourd juice. Drink it every day for best results.

Lifestyle for Type 1 Diabetes

  • Being healthy and living healthy life style have always been very important to us
  • Include the high fiber foods in your diet like –

Fruits : cranberries, apples, blueberries, grapes, pear, plum, peach, watermelon and cherries are good in type 1 diabetes.

Vegetables : Asparagus, carrots, celery, cauliflower, eggplant, cucumber, corn, onions, peas, lettuce, peppers, bitter melon, turnip and chilies.

  • Do the exercise daily.
  • Do mediation, deep breathing because these thing help to overcome the stress. As the stress is also responsible to raise your blood sugar levels.
  • Sit for few minutes in sunlight as it helps in production of vitamin D which is important for insulin production.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day.

Things to be avoided

  • Avoid spicy and oily foods.
  • Take small meals 4-5 times in day instead of  eating in bulk.
  • Avoid unhealthy saturated fats
  • Avoid alcohol consumption
  • Avoid sugar

Lifestyle and home remedies for type 1 diabetes which are mentioned above are quite beneficial to manage this problem. So be positive and follow a healthy routine to keep yourself healthy and fit.

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