Ayurvedic Doctor, Greater Noida
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The Ayurvedic diet that you follow needs to vary from season to season.
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Weight control through Ayurveda is more effective when the diet followed is altered as per the season, instead of following a standard diet throughout the year. According to your body type and its natural digestive cycle, the eating habits you follow should be specifically tailored to tackle your individual needs. For instance, in summers you must consume foods that have a cooling effect on the body, such as mint and cucumber. On the other hand, your winter diet must have high quantities of nutritious soups and warm grains.
Which of the following conditions is also treated through Ayurvedic therapy for weight loss?
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Virechana therapy is a special kind of treatment in Ayurveda which holistically improves health by the purgation of unwanted elements from the body. As per Virechana, the body is purged of toxins in a controlled manner which fights all metabolic diseases and helps reduce fat. It also has the added benefit of dealing with diabetes and hypertension (high blood pressure problems) by improving cardiovascular function and enhancing the body's ability to utilize insulin. This is one of the five stages of Panchakarma for the detoxification of the body.
The consumption of licorice should be avoided for efficient weight loss.
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Licorice is one of the best Ayurvedic herbs for fat reduction and weight loss. It has a high content of flavonoids which inhibits the oxidation of fatty acids and its accumulation in the adipose tissues of the body. It also has the added benefits of improving blood flow and functioning of the liver. Incorporating licorice in the daily diet is a helpful way to reduce fat in the body and enrich overall health.
Special massage in Ayurveda aid in reducing fat and losing weight.
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In Ayurveda, the practice of Udwartana is one of the most effective ways of getting rid of excess fat. This kind of therapy is used in weight reduction programmes and slimming clinics. It involves getting daily massages using Ayurvedic herbs and massaging oils in a specific manner that stimulates the processes for fat reduction and weight loss.
Which of the following food items must be avoided in order to get rid of excess fat?
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Having too much salt in your diet will surely lead to the creation of excess fat and keep you from losing weight. Absorption of excess salt by the body leads to weight gain and is also known to increase blood pressure, thereby growing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Avoid consuming salt as much as possible so as to shed those extra kilos and get rid of all the unwanted fat from the body.
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