Ayurveda In Metabolic and Lifestyle Disorders

Abstract

Metabolic disorders include many diseases frequently associated with obesity, raised triglycerides, hyperglycemia and hypertension (collectively referred as metabolic syndrome). In particular, these risk factors expose the individual to greater risk for developing cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes. Prevalence of metabolic disorders has been increased in India as well as worldwide since last couple of decades. According to Ayurveda, it can be understood under the Medovahastrotodusti. Initial condition of metabolic syndrome can be compared with Medovahastrotodusti lakshana. The fully developed metabolic syndrome without complications can be compared with Apathyanimittaja prameha and complicated stage of metabolic syndrome can be compared with Updrava of Avaran. In a case study, from Ayurveda formulation i.e., tablet M-LIV, Phalatrikadikwatha, Sarpagandha Mishranvati was given to a diagnosed patient of metabolic syndrome for around 7 months. Along with oral medication, dietary and lifestyle modification including regular physical activity were also suggested to the patient. Parameters were assessed before initiation and during the treatment. Apparent improvement in objective parameters like waist 23 circumference (48 to 43 inches), body weight (104 to 95.5 kg), blood pressure, Body Mass Index (36.8 to 24 33.7 kg/m2) were reported. This study suggests competency of Ayurveda medicines along with lifestyle modification in management of metabolic syndrome.

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