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Weakness and tiredness
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I started feeling weak and exhausted in May after contracting typhoid. Weight gain of 82 to 90 kg, lack of work and exhaustion, upset stomach, sometimes stomach pain, occasional headache, and occasionally eating after feeling weak. Despite taking B12, D3 or other multivitamins, my weakness still exists. Typhoid last happened in 2018. Any best ayurvedic treatment for upset stomach, weight loss, and regaining normal energy and stamina
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At 27, experiencing chronic exhaustion, an upset stomach, and a sudden 8 kg weight gain (82 to 90 kg) after a typhoid episode in May points to a post-infectious metabolic shutdown. In Ayurveda, chronic fevers like typhoid severely damage the 'Jatharagni' (central digestive fire), leaving behind 'Ama' (undigested toxic residues) in the tissues.
This accumulation of Ama blocks your metabolic channels ('Srotas'), leading to an abnormal increase in 'Meda Dhatu' (unhealthy fat/weight gain) while simultaneously starving your tissues of actual nutrition.
This is exactly why your multi-vitamins, Vitamin B12, and D3 supplements are not working—your system currently lacks the digestive capacity to absorb them. We need to clear these post-typhoid metabolic toxins and revive your cellular energy.
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* As rightly flagged by clinical colleagues, your very first step is to get a complete Thyroid Profile (TSH, Free T3, Free T4) done, as a sudden 8 kg weight gain combined with persistent fatigue post-infection can sometimes trigger subclinical hypothyroidism.
* Stop overcrowding your stomach with multiple synthetic multivitamin capsules for a while, as a weak digestive system finds it highly taxing to process these heavy compounds, which further upsets your stomach.
* Connect with me directly for a private consultation so we can review your latest blood reports and chart out a structured detoxifying and metabolism-rebuilding roadmap.
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* Metabolic Correction: Reinvigorate your digestive fire by sipping on warm water processed with dry ginger (Shunthi) or coriander seeds throughout the day. Avoid eating food heavily out of a feeling of weakness; eat only when you feel a true, natural appetite.
* Dietary Restrictions: Completely eliminate heavy dairy products, cold beverages, sweets, and deep-fried foods from your routine for the next few weeks. Focus on light, warm, and freshly prepared meals like mung dal soup or khichdi.
* Important Note: This information serves strictly for clinical awareness. Post-typhoid weakness associated with a sudden weight spike cannot be treated with random energy tonics or weight-loss supplements. Doing so will only strain your liver and slow down recovery. A personalized clinical timeline is highly mandatory.
* Direct Consultation: To get your kitted, post-infection recovery plan—including the names of specific Ayurvedic 'Deepana-Pachana' (toxin-clearing) remedies, traditional formulations to naturally boost your stamina and strength (Balya), and a customized weight-management diet—you should consult me directly. Let's connect right here on this platform to restore your health safely.
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Your symptomsâpersistent fatigue after typhoid, 8 kg weight gain, digestive upset, abdominal discomfort and reduced staminaâneed proper evaluation rather than simply adding more supplements. Since the weakness has persisted despite B12, D3 and multivitamins, it is important to identify the underlying cause.
I would recommend an online consultation to review your complete history, diet, sleep, digestion and previous reports. Depending on the assessment, appropriate investigations may also be advised.
From an Ayurvedic perspective, treatment can then be personalized to improve digestion, energy, metabolism and overall strength rather than using a one-size-fits-all remedy.
Please book a consultation and share your recent blood reports, if available, so we can plan the next steps appropriately.
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Check your Thyroid profile.
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in ayurvedic treatment, you would be better taking
ayurvedic medicine like avipattikar churna .and avoid fast-food, and day sleep. Start yoga pranayam.
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It's could be weakness after fever need to examine and assessment in person is best choice.
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5gm Trifala 5-10gm cow ghee prior bed after 3-4hrs of the dinner for 7days
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eat healthy diet timely drink plenty of water avoid spicy food junkfood processed oilyhotfood nonveg sugar.do proper sleep.
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do yoga pranayam meditation exercise regularly.
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Consult ayurveda physician for proper diagnosis and root cause of ailments before consuming any medicine
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Ok jaisa mai samajh paa rha hun aapko tuphoid repeate kr rha hai too aapko sbse phle apni daily lifestyle or eating habit sahi krni pdegy aapko 3 month tk bahar kaa koi bhi or fried food bilkul nhi khana hai or iske saath aap liver ka tonic bhi loge rest of the treatment I’ll tell you in my session
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In Ayurveda, this picture fits a post-fever recovery state known as Jvara-Mukta Avastha. The root issue here is that the infection has completely wiped out his Agni (digestive fire). When your digestive fire is weak, your body can't process food properly, creating a toxic sludge called Ama. Because this Ama is blocking the body's channels, nutrients aren't reaching the tissues, which causes a deep drop in Ojas (vital energy and immunity). This explains why multivitamins aren't helping—the body simply isn't absorbing them. The rapid weight gain is also tied to this slow, sluggish metabolism.
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have blood test like
thyroid profile
liver function test
cbc
consult online so that I can help you out properly and give a cure to your problems
Health Tips
give your gut a total break by sticking to a strict diet of warm, easily digestible meals like moong dal khichdi and fresh buttermilk, while completely avoiding oily, spicy, or heavy foods. Finally, prioritize aggressive rest with 8 to 9 hours of solid sleep, skip any heavy workouts.
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Need to check. Please consult.
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Dr. Vanita Chandna
Ayurveda
31 yrs exp
Jalandhar
First of all check whether you have fever or not
Secondly you can have giloy amla juice 10ml—10ml
With equal amount of water
Take fresh fruits plenty of liquids
Avoid fried spicy food
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Cap jeewan urja
Once a day
Cap zigr 1-1
To detox your body
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Morning walk
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Dr. Asmita
Ayurveda
1 yrs exp
Indore
Typhoid may me tha ab toh voh theek ho gya hoga
Or abhi viral ka season chl rha h is vjh se sbko stomach upset and generalized weakness ho rhi h .
Aapko subh uth k garam paani pina h
Breakfast lunch dinner time se Krna h healthy foods lena h avoid green leafy vegetables in rainy season
Garam khana khana h aapko subh sham naki freeze kiya hua
Raat me sote time Trifla churn lena h 1 tsf
Syrup neurokind 5 ml subh sham lijiye
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avoid heavy food
green leafy vegetables in rainy season cause more insects
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Hot soup , 🍲, Daal paani
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Dr. Tinkle Rani
Ayurveda
9 yrs exp
New Delhi
Your symptomsâpersistent weakness/exhaustion, recent weight gain, digestive upset and intermittent abdominal discomfort after an episode diagnosed as typhoidâcan occur during prolonged recovery from an infection, but they should not automatically be attributed to âpost-typhoid weakness.â Typhoid itself commonly causes weakness, headache, appetite disturbance and abdominal symptoms, but persistent symptoms require consideration of other gastrointestinal, nutritional, metabolic and sleep-related factors as well. Since you have already been taking B12, vitamin D and multivitamins without meaningful improvement, simply adding more supplements is unlikely to address the underlying cause.
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I would recommend a proper clinical assessment before starting an Ayurvedic regimen, particularly because you have ongoing abdominal symptoms along with significant fatigue and weight change. From an Ayurvedic perspective, treatment can be planned according to Agni, Aam, Koshta and Prakriti, with the initial focus generally being on correcting digestion and gradually restoring strength rather than immediately using heavy Rasayana preparations. For better treatment and personalised guidance, you may connect with us at 9 3 1 5 6 6 1 5 6 5 for proper treatment and guidance.
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For the time being, keep meals simple, warm, freshly prepared and easy to digest, with adequate protein and vegetables as tolerated. Avoid frequent fried foods, very spicy meals, excessive sugar, alcohol and highly processed foods. Instead of aggressive dieting for weight loss, aim for gradual weight reduction through regular walking/exercise and consistent meal timing. Maintain adequate sleep and hydration, and increase physical activity gradually rather than pushing through severe exhaustion. If you develop persistent fever, worsening abdominal pain, blood/black stools, repeated vomiting, significant unintentional weight loss or marked weakness, seek medical evaluation promptly. Thank you
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