Abstract
Hyperlipidemia is a prevalent metabolic disorder requiring a comprehensive and holistic approach for effective management. This is a case study of successful treatment in a 42 year old male patient with complaints of hyperlipidemia consulting at Adyant Ayurveda. The patient came with the reports of lipid profile with Total cholesterol 255, Triglycerides 180, HDL cholesterol 156.
A comprehensive treatment protocol was planned at Adyant Ayurveda which included Panchakarma virechana therapy, herbal medications, diet and lifestyle modifications. After 1 month of treatment, the lipid values were within normal range. This case study signifies the effectiveness of holistic ayurvedic treatment protocols in reversing hyperlipidemia.
Introduction
Cholesterol is present in the form of lipophilic protein in the human body. As cholesterol is a important molecule in many cell structures and digestive juices, it is also central to many cell functions in the body. It is essential to maintain in normal levels. When the levels of lipids are raised, including cholesterol and triglycerides, it leads to hyperlipidemia, causing a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. It has to be regularly monitored through blood tests as lipid profile including total cholesterol, HDL, LDL and triglycerides.
Case Presentation
A male patient aged about 42 yrs, approached Adyant Ayurveda Bangalore with reports of raised lipids checked during a routine health check, with associated complaints of weight gain, improper evacuation of bowels and lethargy. The values were Total cholesterol 255, Triglycerides 180, HDL 156
Ayurvedic assessment and treatment
Based on the principles of Ayurveda a prakruti vikruti analysis and nadipariksha were done. There was an imbalance in pitta and mild imbalance in vata dosha. He was diagnosed with Medodusti associated with apana vayu vikruti. Cardiovascular diseases and Diabetes were the risk factors.
Treatment Protocol
At Adyant Ayurveda, a comprehensive treatment protocol was planned by the vaidyas based on the patients prakruti, body type and vikruti, the disorder.
Treatment Plan
Panchakarma Therapy
A combination of virechan(medicated purgation), basti and a few sessions of Shirodhara were advised and the patient underwent the treatments diligently.
Herbal Formulations
A supportive care was planned with internal medications like, triphala, guggulu and herbal medications were given in therapies also.
Diet and Lifestyle Modifications
A diet chart which included freshly prepared meals, lots of boiled vegetables, with spices like cumin , ginger, asafetida was advised. Patient was asked to avoid deep fried foods, bakery foods, packed foods and stale foods. Also a strict exercise regime was given along with meditation techniques to keep calm.
Results
After a month of comprehensive Ayurveda treatment, there was a significant reduction in weight (around 4kg), bowel movements were normal and energy levels had improved. Adaptation to healthier diet and lifestyle was proving to be beneficial with a high recommendation for the holistic approach for hyperlipidemia by Adyant Ayurveda. The Total cholesterol was 201, triglycerides 74, HDL 46.
Discussion:
This case study demonstrates the efficacy of the comprehensive Ayurvedic approach employed by Adyant Ayurveda in managing hyperlipidemia and restoring metabolic balance. The integration of personalized diet, lifestyle modifications, herbal formulations, and panchakarma therapies addressed the root cause of the patient’s condition.
The dietary and lifestyle changes promoted healthy eating habits, physical activity, and stress reduction, which are crucial for lipid management. The herbal formulations and panchakarma therapies targeted the specific dosha imbalances and facilitated the removal of toxins (ama) and restoration of optimal digestion and metabolism
While this case study highlights the potential of Ayurvedic medicine in cholesterol management, further research is needed to validate the findings on a larger scale. Collaboration between Ayurvedic and modern medical professionals may lead to integrative approaches that leverage the strengths of both systems for better patient outcomes.
Conclusion:
The comprehensive Ayurvedic treatment protocol employed by Adyant Ayurveda was successful in managing raised lipids in the presented case. This case study reinforces the value of personalized, holistic approaches in managing chronic metabolic disorders like hyperlipidemia. Integrating traditional Ayurvedic wisdom with modern healthcare practices holds promise for improving lipid care and reducing the global burden of this prevalent condition.
Patient Condition on Treatment Day 1 Date:
General findings
- Blood pressure (BP): 130/80 mmHg
- Pulse: 82/minutes
- Weight: 86 kg
Physical examination
- Abdomen: soft, nontender
- Cardiovascular: S1, S2 heard
- Pulmonary: normal breath sounds bilaterally
Diagnosis
- Medodosha-Hyperlipidemia
- Prakriti
- Kapha Pitta(Dosha).
- Risk factors
- Specific: Diabetes, Cardiovascular diseases
Patient Condition at the Completion of His Treatment on Date
General findings
- BP: 110/80?mmHg
- Pulse: 80/minutes
- Weight: 82?kg
Clinical examination
- Abdomen: soft, no organomegaly
- Cardiovascular: normal S1, S2
- Pulmonary: normal breath sounds bilaterally
Treatment Conclusion
There were no adverse events during the patient’s treatment course. He was advised to continue the internal and external treatments and medications for a period of 1 month with follow-up on Date. He attained Samyak Lakshana of Virechana, which means that he successfully completed his treatment with desired disease reversal.
Medications
Internal medications: Arogyavardhini and triphala
External medications:
Diet and exercise regimen for the 15 days following treatment:
Include:
- Follow timely meal schedule. Have freshly prepared warm food.
- Churned butter milk and boiled—cooled water to drink.
- Cooked vegetables.
- Broken wheat (daliya), millets, and jowar should be included in the diet.
- Moderate levels of exercise daily.
Avoid:
- Refrigerated, deep oily fried, salty, spicy, and canned food items.
- Curd, paneer, cheese, sweets, and sour foods.
- Reduce excess usage of potato, cauliflower, green peas, rajma (kidney bean), chana (chickpea), peanut, and maida (white flour) products.
- Daytime sleeping.
- Exposure to cold water and cold weather
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