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Dr. Zeel Gandhi is an Ayurvedic doctor with seven years of experience and an expert at providing holistic solutions for health problems encompassing internal medicine, Panchakarma, Yoga, Ayurvedic nutrition, and formulations. Dr. Gandhi graduated as a top ranker from博士共帕蒂尔学院的阿育吠陀and Research Centre, Navi Mumbai, and is a specialist in Panchakarma therapies. She believes that Ayurveda consciousness is an excellent way to maintain good health, cure and prevent diseases. She also writes extensively on Panchakarma, Ayurveda herbs, nutrition, and simple adjustments in daily life that attune you to the natural circadian rhythm and ashtanga Yoga.Dr. Gandhi is a strong proponent of holistic medicine and treating diseases from the root. She believes that everyone should experience the enriching feel of Ayurveda and savour the natural balance of their body, mind, and soul. She is currently a formulator for Vedix.
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Colic is common among babies during the first few months of life (1). One of the common remedies that parents have used for colic is gripe water. Gripe water for babies has shown to calm and relax them during bouts of colic. However, the remedy has not been free from its share of purported side effects. Is gripe water safe for babies, and should you consider it for your little one’s colic? Read this post to know the safety, benefits, and potential side effects of gripe water for babies. [mj-toc] What Is Gripe Water? Gripe water is an over-the-counter herbal dietary supplement that has been available for over a century (2). It was created in the 1800s to treat malaria fever. Later, its uses diversified to soothe and alleviate common problems in babies such as colic, an upset stomach, teething pain, hiccups, and other tummy troubles. The initial formulation contained alcohol. Currently, alcohol-based gripe water is discontinued due to the adverse...
缬草的根和其他r herbal supplements are often recommended in traditional practices and alternative medicine for sleep issues and other problems. But how safe are valerian roots during pregnancy? Can they be considered a safe alternative for sleep aids or anxiety medications? Many pregnant moms may want to stop medications for insomnia or anxiety since some can be [simple_tooltip text="teratogenic" tooltip="Toxic substances, a fetal exposure to which may cause congenital abnormalities in the baby" ] or cause adverse pregnancy outcomes. Before consuming anything, irrespective of how safe it is for others, you should seek a doctor's consultation for safe pregnancy medications to deal with any health issues. Keep reading the post to know more about valerian roots, safety, and effects. [mj-toc] What Is Valerian Root? [caption id="attachment_881511" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: iStock[/caption] Valerian is a perennial herb, which means that the valerian plant grows for longer than two years. Its root is used for medicinal purposes and is most often used...
Ayurveda is an ancient healthcare system from India that aims to improve physical and mental health using a natural and holistic health approach (1). It is why several parents opt for Ayurvedic medicine for kids to treat and manage ailments such as constipation, cold, cough, and flu. The Bala Chikitsa, also known as Kaumarbhritya, is a branch of Ayurveda that uses Ayurvedic principles, medicines, and herbal remedies to treat and prevent ailments in children while they are still in the womb (2). However, the unguided use of Ayurvedic medicines can have several side effects. Thus, consult a certified naturopath or pediatric Ayurveda expert to ensure the safety and efficacy of the treatment for children. Read on to learn more about whether Ayurvedic medicines are safe for children, their possible benefits and side effects, and some necessary precautions to take while administering Ayurvedic medicine to children. [mj-toc] The Principle Of Ayurvedic Medicine [caption id="attachment_897514" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] Ayurveda believes that...