Category: Diarrhea

March 13, 2021

Herbal Remedies for Strongyloides Infection(intestinal worms)

Abstract

Strongyloides infection is an infection caused by intestinal worms. Intestinal worms are one of the main types of intestinal parasites. This is the most common problem which makes abdominal pain and anal discomfort. Mainly children suffer from this disease. These parasites affect the digestion and metabolism of the body. Most common intestinal worms are tapeworms, roundworms, hookworms, strongyloides stercoralis, whipworms, pinworms, threadworms etc. These parasites reside in the intestines of the host. The infected organism is called a host and the infective agent is called a parasite. So in this article we will discuss strongyloides infections in detail and its ayurvedic perspective and treatment through herbs and herbal formulations.

Introduction

Strongyloides infection is a worm infection caused by a roundworm named strongyloides stercoralis. It is a parasitic roundworm which causes this disease. The patient often does not show any symptoms or asymptomatic. This infection is commonly found in hot and moist areas or areas associated with agricultural or improper hygiene activity. This condition is generally managed by maintaining proper hygiene. This infection spreads mainly by contaminated soil and water. Children are more prone to this disease because of a lack of knowledge about hygiene. It can affect our digestive system badly on prolonged infection periods and also leads to immunodeficiency.

Strongyloides infection

Ayurvedic aspect on Strongyloides infection

In Ayurveda, we can correlate this disease with Krimi roga. There are three types of Krimi roga i.e. Purishaj, Kaphaj and Raktaj. For this disease we correlate with Purishaj krimi roga, as it resides in the intestine.

Etiology/Causes

Most common cause of this disease is coming in contact with the contaminated soil. This is all because of poor hygiene. This is most common in the areas of hot climate. The risk factor for this disease includes:

  • Living in tropical region
  • Low immunity
  • Poor hygiene

Nidana (Causes) of this purishaj krimi are

  • Excessive intake of acid and salty food items
  • Excessive intake of jaggery and other sweet products
  • Excessive intake of spinach
  • Diet rich in urad and pishtmya

Clinical features/Sign and symptoms

Patient who is suffering from this infection complaints of following symptoms:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Indigestion
  • Weight loss
  • Vomiting
  • Cough
  • Decreased appetite
  • Nausea
  • Itching and burning sensation in anal region
  • Red hives near the anal region
  • Anemia

Lakshan (symptoms) of purishaja krimi

  • Ati Drava malpraviti (water stool)
  • Atisar (diarrhea)
  • Panduta (Anaemia)
  • Dourbalya (weakness)
  • Udar kathorta (abdominal heaviness)
  • Romharsh (horripilation)
  • Kandu (itching)
  • Gudmukham paritudant (worms passed out with stools)

Diagnosis

This disease is diagnosed by following tests

  • Thorough examination
  • CBC
  • Stool test
  • Colonoscopy
  • Blood antigen test
  • Duodenal aspiration

Treatment

There should be conservative management for this disease. There are some drugs which are good in the treatment of this disease such as Ivermectin, Albendazole, Thiabendazole etc. But these have their own side effects.

Ayurvedic treatment for purishaj krimi

The treatment protocol for krimi roga includes extraction, extinction of etiology and avoidance of etiological factors. Along with these procedures we can add herbal products for better results.

Herbal products for Strongyloides infection

Herbal Remedies for Strongyloides Infection

Ayurvedic Medicines for Strongyloides infection

Planet Ayurveda is a company which manufactures various herbal products and products are made using the extracts of potential herbs. It is a leading herbal manufacturing company which is internationally certified. This company’s products are free from chemicals and additives. The herbal products for this disease are

  • Wormistop Capsules
  • Mahashankh Vati
  • Sanjivani vati
  • Digesto Plan Syrup

Products Description

1. Wormistop Capsules

This is a poly herbal remedy. This is used in the treatment of Worm infestations as it includes herbs such as

  • Palaash (Butea monosperma)
  • Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum)
  • Vidang (retrofractum)
  • Sonth (Zingiber officinale).

These herbs, especially Vidang and Palaash, are very effective in treating diseases caused by worms. They act as a good detoxifier and balance the all three dosha. It detoxifies all the infested worms inside the body.

Dosage: 2 capsules twice a day after meals

2. Mahashankh Vati

This is a classical Ayurvedic formulation used since centuries. It is prepared from herbs such as chitrak (Plumbago zeylanica), Pippali (Piper longum), danti (Baliospermum montanum) etc. These herbs are best for all stomach problems. This formulation helps in relieving the symptoms such as pain in abdomen, flatulence, indigestion, bloating, and heaviness after meal etc. This shows good results in this disease.

Dosage: 1 tablet twice a day after meals with plain water

3. Sanjivani Vati

This is an Ayurvedic classical formulation which is made from herbs like giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), Triphala, vidanga (Piper retrofractum), sonth (Zingiber officinale) etc. This formulation is used in balancing Pitta dosha mainly. It gives good results in strongyloides infection. This is the natural source of life and health. It is known as the best Aama (Endotoxins) digestive. It also strengthens the immune system.

Dosage: 1 tablet twice a day after meals with plain water

4. Digesto Plan Syrup

This is a poly herbal formulation in syrup form. This is the right plan for food lovers. It is an Ayurvedic remedy to improve digestion naturally because it contains herbs such as

  • Amalaki (Emblica officinalis)
  • Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
  • bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica)
  • sonth (Zingiber officinale)
  • saunf (Foeniculum vulgare)
  • Pippali (Piper longum) etc.

It helps in gas, bloating, acidity, indigestion, anorexia, worm infestation etc. this syrup helps in stopping the fermentation process in intestines.

Dosage: 2 teaspoonfuls twice a day after meals

Contact Planet Ayurveda to provide you the costing / ordering and delivery information at – costing.planetayurveda@gmail.com or call at +91-172-5214030 Or Check Website – www.PlanetAyurveda.com

Conclusion

Thus coming to an end, I just want to say that these above mentioned herbal formulations are safe and very efficacious in treating the patients with strongyloides infection. So just try these herbal formulations without any fear because they are free from any kind of adverse effects on the body. For more queries you can reach us through herbalremedies123@yahoo.com. Thus all the above provided information in true and presented to you in an effective and innovative way. Stay safe and healthy!

References

  1. Sushrut uttartantra 54/17
  2. Charaka vimansthan 7/13
  3. Charaka vimansthan 7/14
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October 9, 2019

HOME REMEDIES FOR ACIDITY

Acidity

Acidity is a digestive disorder when you can’t digest your food properly; it brings in a burning sensation in your chest, as the stomach doesn’t allow it to land in it and pushes back the food. We often call it heartburn. Sometimes we eat wrong food at a wrong time, it might be a citrus fruit, eating irregularly, smoking excessively, and taking alcoholic drinks in excess, eating junk or fast food eating fried or oily foods, packaged food, sugary foods, spicy food, all can lead to acidity. It may also happen if you have excessive pain killers. There are many other reasons like lack of physical movements, hit your sack just after eating dinner. Even the digestive system needs some rest, this way food remains in the food pipe causing acidity the next morning. Age factor is also an important factor for causing acidity as older people get frequent acidity. There are many other things that enhance acidity like stress, depression, anger, lifestyle, eating habits and many more. Obese people and pregnant ladies are more prone to acquire acidity.

Your esophagus doesn’t let the food reach the stomach and the acid produced by it causes the backward movement of the food and you feel the pain in your abdomen, chest and neck area which makes life very uncomfortable for you. Whatever we eat gets digested by the stomach, when it produces some acids that break down the food and the digestive process begins. When these acids are produced in excess, it feels like the food is coming out, the taste of your mouth gets sore. Many times gas gets accumulated, making you acquire fat and become obese. If it is ignored, it might lead to further complication like How can constipation engulf our body?

Instead of going to the doctor to have a tablet, syrup or capsule that helps in digestion of the food, here are some home remedies which we can follow to get rid of acidity.

HOME REMEDIES FOR ACIDITY

Today we are going to discuss some home remedies if adopted properly can avoid you from getting an upset stomach. These tablets are a temporary treatment and we will discuss some permanent solutions to it that prevent you from getting acidity as “prevention is always better than cure.”

MARSHMALLOW ROOT

The first one is, get marshmallow root: dry it and make its powder by grinding it well. Now get a cup of hot water and pour 1 teaspoon of this powder in the cup and stir it vigorously until this powder dissolves fully. Drink this glass 15 minutes before having any meals. Keep repeating this procedure until your acidity dies down completely.

CARDAMOM SEEDS

You have many things, which can be found in your kitchen garden or your kitchen that can sooth your acidity problem once and for all.  Take cardamom (Elaichiin) seeds and chew them. This process enhances the production of saliva in your mouth, which helps in making digestion better. Their cooling effect cools down your burning sensation.

CUMIN SEEDS

Cumin seeds are another home remedy that brings relief from indigestion. It never lets the gas formed in your stomach and starts making you feel comfortable.

CINNAMON

Cinnamon powder and honey paste is also a catalyst for healthy digestion. It is very effective if taken before having meals and even a heavy meal is easily digested, with this combination. It eases the gas and keeps your stomach in a neat & clean condition. It also helps in Hyper-acidity. This cinnamon powder can be added to water and boiled for 5, 6 minutes and after straining you can drink it or it can be put in your herbal tea and taken. It will certainly help in the acidity fizzling process.

CLOVES JUICE

Having cloves juice is also a good option to drive away acidity. Take 3, 4 pieces of cloves, put them under your jaws and chew mildly on them. Their juice that oozes out is a great mineral for making your digestive system healthy. You can also opt for a small cup of milk without sugar or you can opt to add some honey to it, according to your taste, and sip it like you sip your morning tea.

COCONUT WATER

Coconut water is extremely good for the inflammation caused by acidity because it has cool properties. twice a day is enough. You can eat it’s cream too, it also helps in making digestion better. You can also put a piece, a small one, in your mouth after having meals, but this method should not be adopted by those who are diabetic.

TULSI

Tulsi (Basil) is present in almost all Indian kitchens. Chew its 4, 5 leaves after washing them thoroughly with plain water, you can also add them to a glass of plain water and boil it. After straining, drink this glass or you can also add it’s leaves to your daily cup of tea or coffee and sip it twice a day. It also smoothens your digestive tracts.

BUTTERMILK

Buttermilk is considered the best remedy for acidity if it happens due to excessive drinking and late-night party. It soothes your neck, chest and stomach’s burning sensation quite easily and makes you feel comfortable instantly.

There are many other fruits and vegetables that subside your digestive issues such as:

GINGER

Take a slice of ginger and put it under your jaws, the juice that comes out, let it pass through your neck and reach the stomach, it will help in restoring your digestive system.

GLUTAMINE AND ALOE VERA

Tale the powder of Glutamine, Aloe Vera and mix them and chew them for 10- 15 minutes before meals. It’s cooling properties don’t let indigestion remain in your stomach.

FENUGREEK

Fenugreek also helps in easing out the acidity symptoms that are present in your stomach.

You can also fix the time for your intake of foods firmly. Don’t eat irregularly often, it triggers acidity. Chart out a time table and try following it firmly. Get rid of food allergens, when some food gives you some sort of trouble, avoid eating it in the future. It is a lot better if something making you feel uncomfortable. You also need to change your lifestyle. The regular formation of acidity does not play safe with your health. At least try something different, I know it is not an easy task but can be tried and makes you realize a bit later that this route is far better than the initial one. These are some of the tips to be taken seriously, which can relieve you from acidity, once and for all.

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