PCOD/PCOS.
PCOD (Poly Cystic Ovarian Disease) or PCOS (Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome) is a disease characterized by multiple (‘poly’) cysts (small sacs filled with fluid) in the ovaries. Patients with PCOD have abnormal levels of hormones that result in irregular menses, infertility and certain masculine changes in the body.
CAUSES -
Hormonal Imbalance Prior history of PCOD in family Genetic reasons Elevated level of Androgen hormone PCOS problems are caused by hormone changes hormonal imbalance. One hormone change triggers another, which changes another. Raised levels of
Testosterone – Androgens or "male hormones". Raised levels of
Luteinising Hormone (
LH) – low levels of Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin (SHBG) Raised levels of
Prolactin - Hormone that stimulates the breast glands High levels of Insulin.
Thyroid harmone imbalances. A significant hereditary component, if your mother or sister has PCOS, you're more likely to have it. If you're overweight, your chances of developing it are greater.
SYMPTOMS-
Symptoms of PCOD Irregular MC Ovarian cyst Acne, pimples and blemishes Hair loss Baldness similar to male Abdominal bloating Dandruff Frequent mood swings Miscarriage Irritability Hair growth on the face and rest of the body Weight Muscles and bone enlargement BP Blood
sugar imbalance Excessive hair on body and face Weight Gain Irregular or abnormal periods Pain and bleeding during periods Pelvic pain Despondency and anxiety Problems pertaining to fertility and pregnancy
YOGA
Nadisodhan Pranayama: Bhramri Pranayama Bhadrasana (Butterfly pose): Sun Salutation (Surya Namaskar): Bhujangasana (Cobra pose): Naukasana (Boat pose) Dhanurasana (Bow pose) Warrior pose (Superman pose) Supta Badhakonasana (Reclining Butterfly Pose) Bharadvajasana (Bharadvaja’s Twist) Chakki Chalanasana (moving the grinding wheel) Shavasana (Corpse pose) Padmasana helps to stretch the pelvic region and good to control hormonal imbalance. Kapalbhati
DIET
Focus on protein and fresh vegetables Eat low GI and GL foods. Eat natural based foods like egg, fresh fruits. Eat the good fats. Take balanced and healthy diet Eat foods, which are having enough fiber and roughage Avoid more sugary and carbohydrate foods. Low glycemic foods should be preferred. Low saturated foods should be given importance. More weightage should be given fresh fruits and fresh vegetables.
Vitamin B6 helps to maintain hormone balance and good to control PCOD. Vitamins B2, B3, B5 and B6 are good in controlling weight. Foods such as lentils and chickpeas should be taken as it reduces estrogen levels. Foods such as nuts, seeds and olive oil should be encouraged as they contain essential fatty acid Use apple cider vinegar.
TIPS
Drink adequate quantity of water. Take fresh foods and fresh vegetables Avoid junk, fast and processed foods Avoid milk and milk products. Avoid coffee and alcohol. One should do regular exercise, Yoga and brisk walk to maintain his weight. Avoid faulty modern life instead focus upon soothing music, nature & scenic beauty, gardening, and spending time at natural place. Take fresh foods and salads
AYURVEDIC REMEDIES
1.Kanchanar gugulu
2.chaturbija vati
Dosage depends upon the individual body composition and pathology.
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