Dr. Malay Pathak

A: Ayurveda is the traditional system of medicine that originated from the Hindu culture. It follows the ideology of maintaining a balance in the bodily systems. Ayurveda uses dietary changes, yogic breathing and herbal treatments to manage and treat conditions. the words Ayur and veda mean longevity and knowledge, respectively.

A: Ayurvedic medicines are herbal mixtures made from natural sources like plants and minerals.

A: Yes, Ayurvedic medicines are effective, when taken as per proper understanding by a qualified and experienced ayurvedic doctor. Self-medication might not be helpful.

A: Ayurvedic therapies are generally considered to be safe as they are prepared from natural ingredients. However, they can cause side effects or adverse effects if taken in excess doses or taken without a prescription. Also, some medicines contain heavy metals that might be harmful to the kidney if taken without supervision.

A: Some clinical reports have proven that ayurvedic formulations can cause adverse effects like lead poisoning. Therefore, women should take the medicines only if required and with a doctor’s prescription.