Ayurvedic treatment for infertility Aasha Ayurveda Dr Chanchal Sharma
Ayurvedic treatment for infertility Aasha Ayurveda Dr Chanchal Sharma
Infertility is a condition in which a couple tries to conceive naturally for at least one year on a regular basis but fails. The rate of infertility rises day by day. Nowadays it has become a matter of global concern. It drains the mental peace, physical well being and economic condition of a couple. Artificial treatment like IVF is very costly and has not a very good rate of success. Instead of these overpriced treatments you can choose ayurvedic treatment, which is cost effective, non surgical and painless.
Infertility may affect male and females both. According to a recent World Health Organization (WHO) report, roughly 17.5% of the adult population, or one in every six people worldwide, are affected with infertility. This underscores the critical need of making accessible, cheap, and high-quality reproductive care available to people in need.
According to current figures, male infertility difficulties account for 30-40% of all cases, while female infertility problems account for 40-55%, with both accounting for approximately 10%. The remaining 10% is unexplained. A comprehensive study of female infertility reveals that ovulatory variables account for around 30-40% of the cases. PolyCystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common anovulatory reasons for infertility. PCOS is diagnosed based on USG findings that show anovulation, increased androgen levels, and numerous ovarian cysts. Obesity, amenorrhea, and hirsutism are among the most common indications and symptoms of these disorders. PolyCystic Ovarian Syndrome is not explicitly described in early Ayurvedic texts.
What are the causes of infertility?
Infertility can be caused by both male partner and female partners. Women’s infertility can be caused by ovarian causes, tubal factors, age-related factors, uterine difficulties, PCOS, endometriosis, and other conditions. Many factors can influence the menstrual cycle, including diet, emotional instability, excessive physical activity, lifestyle, and stress, all of which contribute to a Dosha imbalance.
Male infertility is typically caused by abnormalities affecting either sperm production or sperm transport, such as varicocele, infections, ejaculation issues, tumors, hormone imbalances, anomalies in sperm transport tubules, and so on.
In Ayurveda, the major cause of any abnormal function in the body is Agnimandya (vitiation of the digestive fire) and tridosha Dushti.
Ayurvedic treatment for infertility
Ayurveda promotes health by enhancing the body’s natural self-healing and balancing mechanisms, rather than relying on external or foreign substances to replace or correct the body’s hormones. It focuses on the holistic treatment of infertility with the goal of enhancing the individual’s total health and well-being.
Diet management
The diet we intake on a regular basis plays a very important role in our daily life. Doctors recommend to include fresh fruits and vegetables into your diet instead of packaged food items, because that is not good for your health. Diet plays an important role in disease prevention and treatment, as well as in maintaining overall health. “Annam Brahmam” – Food has been linked to God in ancient Indian scriptures since it is the primary factor in supporting and maintaining life. Dietary management is strict compliance and commitment to foods that promote Ojus (an intersection factor of physical, mental, and spiritual health of the body, responsible for total health, energy, and vitality) while avoiding items that deplete Ojas. This is critical for regulating ovulation and improving fertilization. Eating complete meals gives all nutrients for good health, as well as fiber, which regulates the body’s hormonal balances. processed carbs, excess starch, antibiotics, and hormones.
Processed food items such as frozen meat, chips, milk etc contain excess starch and carbohydrates that may degrade your fertility. Nowadays the products available in the market contain a lot of harmful chemicals that cause infertility. Milk, ghee, nuts, sesame seeds, dates, pumpkin seeds, honey, saffron, and avocados, fresh organic fruits and vegetables, plant-based protein sources such as beans and peas, whole grains, sweet, spices such as turmeric, ajwain powder (improves hormone interaction with targeted tissues), cumin (purifies the uterus in women and the genitourinary tract in men), and black cumin boost fertility.
Trans fats should be avoided in the diet since they block arteries, impair fertility, and affect the heart and blood vessels. Foods containing preservatives and other chemicals, such as artificial sweeteners, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG), a high-fat diet and other artificial flavoring and coloring, excess alcohol and caffeine, tobacco, soda, smoking, red meat, refined carbs, such as white bread, rice, pasta, etc can increase the symptoms of infertility.
Basis for the treatment of infertility in Ayurveda
- Agni deepana and ama pachana: Ama formation (toxins produced when undigested food forms in the stomach) due to an imbalance in Agni (digestive strength) causes a variety of ailments. As a result, Ama treatment must always include Agni treatment, which includes the use of digestive and carminative Ayurvedic formulations, as well as eating meals on time and according to a plan. Ayurvedic Panchakarma treatments aim to eradicate Ama, hence correcting Agni. Healthy Agni will also help to maintain a healthy Ojas.
- Vata Anulomana: The primary dosha related to infertility is Vata. So Vata Anulomana (correcting Vata functions) is critical in the treatment of infertility. Ayurvedic formulas, regular exercise, and a tight eating program will all aid with Vatanulomana.
- Sodhana : Sneha-swedas are performed prior to sodhana. The patient’s condition is then addressed with therapy modalities such as Vamana (emesis), Virechana (purgation), Vasti (medicated enema), and Utharavasti (special enema administered via urethral or vaginal pathways). The patient must follow a rigorous eating plan after Sodhana. This detoxification therapy aids in the removal of toxins from the body. These methods aid in the treatment of ovarian, tubular, and uterine issues that contribute to infertility.
- Ayurvedic remedies serve to relieve tension and remove toxins from the body. They nourish the body, re-energize the mind, and boost the immune system. They help to reduce stress, nourish all of the body’s Dhatus, and balance Vata.
Best ayurvedic herbs for the treatment of infertility
Infertility can be caused by some other lifestyle factors and diseases, so can’t treat it alone. You will always need to combine a few herbs to treat infertility.
For the treatment of ovulation disorder- dashmola, shatavari, ashoka, aloevera, etc
For the treatment of premature ovarian failures- Jeevanti, Guduchi, Ashoka, Dashmola, etc
For the treatment of pelvic inflammatory disease and blocked fallopian tube – Punarnava, Guduchi, etc.
The right combination of herbs aids in regulating menstrual cycles, improving overall health and wellness, revitalizing sperm (increasing a man’s sperm count, morphology, and motility), reducing stress, improving sleep, controlling anxiety and increasing energy, balancing the endocrine system, and improving blood flow in the pelvic cavity, all of which promote fertility.
Lifestyle changes for the infertile couples
- Weight maintenance : Obesity causes infertility due to various reasons so every infertile couple needs to maintain a balanced weight.
- Regular workout: Follow a workout plan that can help you lose weight, stay healthy, and promote proper oxygen circulation in the blood. So, stick to an exercise program, even if it’s a light workout!
- Walk: If you are unable to design a fitness schedule, take a morning or evening walk. Mild jogging will also assist your muscles obtain oxygen.
- Proper sleep: Sleep determines your health. So, make sure you get enough sleep, since it will benefit your lifestyle and health. Also, avoid taking midday naps.
- Substance abuse: Alcohol, smoking, tobacco, and narcotics can all be a fantastic coping method, but all of them have an influence on your health and lessen your chances of being a parent.
The practices of the Aasha Ayurveda Treatment Center not only help in the infertility of men and women but also give hope of living a healthy lifestyle by abandoning the various health issues. Ayurveda has shown magical results in the case of infertility for many years, and we believe that it can be a solution to every health problem in life.
