Description:

Dyslipidemia refers to imbalanced cholesterol levels in the blood, including high LDL (bad) cholesterol and low HDL (good) cholesterol.

Symptoms:

• Often asymptomatic, but it’s a significant risk factor for heart disease.
• In severe cases: chest pain, palpitations.

Ayurvedic Treatment:

• Dietary adjustments to reduce saturated and trans fats, and promote heart-healthy fats.
• Herbs like Guggulu, Arjuna, and Triphala to support healthy cholesterol levels.
• Lifestyle modifications, including regular physical activity and stress management.

Ayurvedic Therapies:

• Panchakarma: Detoxification therapies to balance the body and improve lipid metabolism.
• Abhyanga: Full-body oil massage to improve circulation and lymphatic flow.
• Swedana: Herbal steam therapy to enhance metabolism and improve circulation.

Hypotension (Low Blood Pressure):

Description: Hypotension is a condition characterized by abnormally low blood pressure, which can lead to inadequate blood flow to organs and tissues. Symptoms:

• Dizziness, lightheadedness, especially upon standing.
• Fainting or feeling faint.
• Fatigue, weakness.
• Blurred vision.
• Cold, clammy skin.

Ayurvedic Treatment:

• Balancing doshas through diet, lifestyle, and herbal remedies.
• Herbal formulations containing herbs like Ashwagandha and Licorice to support blood pressure.
• Consuming warm and nourishing foods.
• Staying hydrated and avoiding excessive caffeine.
• Regular exercise to promote circulation.

Ayurvedic Therapies:

• Abhyanga: Full-body oil massage to improve circulation and warmth.
• Shirodhara: Pouring of medicated oils on the forehead for relaxation.
• Swedana: Herbal steam therapy to stimulate blood flow.
• Sarvanga Dhara: Continuous pouring of warm herbal oils all over the body.

Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Description: Hypertension is a chronic condition characterized by elevated blood pressure in the arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease and other complications. Symptoms:

• Often referred to as the “silent killer” because it may have no noticeable symptoms.
• In severe cases: headache, dizziness, shortness of breath, chest pain.

Ayurvedic Treatment:

• Balancing aggravated doshas through diet, lifestyle, and herbal remedies.
• Herbal formulations like Sarpagandha, Arjuna, and Gokshura to manage blood pressure.
• Dietary modifications, including reduced salt intake and incorporating heart-healthy foods.
• Stress management techniques like meditation, pranayama, and yoga.

Ayurvedic Therapies:

• Shirodhara: Pouring of medicated oils on the forehead to induce relaxation.
• Abhyanga: Full-body oil massage to calm the nervous system.
• Nasya: Nasal administration of herbal oils to balance energies.
• Meditation and Pranayama: Stress reduction techniques to support blood pressure management.