Saigram Ayurveda Hospital & Research Institute

PCOS (Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome) is probably the fastest growing health hazard among women of reproductive age. Modern stressful lifestyle and food-habits are very much linked and do contribute or accelerate many diseases, PCOS being one among them, it commonly is accompanied by conditions like obesity, menstrual irregularities which in turn lead to infertility. Personalised treatment by a Physician aims to address the root cause of the disease and bring balance to the body

Common symptoms of PCOS

• Irregular menstrual cycles – Menstruation may be less or more frequent due to less or frequent ovulation
• Amenorrhoea (no periods) – Some women with PCOS do not menstruate for months.
• Excessive facial or body hair growth
• Reduced fertility – Due to less frequent or absent ovulation
• Mood changes
• Insulin resistance
• Vandhya (infertility)
• Obesity ( Sthoulya)
• Acne( Mukhadooshika)
• Baldness ( Khalitya.)

Ayurvedic treatment for PCOS follows these protocols:

Ayurvedic detoxification of the body, Strengthening and revitalizing the female reproductive system, rectifying hormonal imbalance, managing obesity and insulin resistance can correct PCOS. 

1. Correcting hormonal imbalance:

There are many herbs useful in correcting the hormonal imbalance.

2. Treatment for obesity:

Treatment to reduce obesity  achieved by using Ayurvedic herbal remedies plus adding diet and lifestyle changes.

3. Treatment for insulin resistance:

Treatment for insulin resistance involves giving an effective ayurvedic treatment based on an individual body constitution  by correcting diet and lifestyle changes plus including exercise.

Panchakarma treats the root cause by eradicating toxins from the reproductive system. The uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and the vagina are cleansed and hormones are balanced. 

Administering Pancha Karma procedures along with special ayurvedic herbal medicines will bring balance and revitalisation to the female reproductive system.

Anti-PCOD Diet Plan General Guidelines for PCOD 

PCOD is majorly a metabolic disease, and hence diet and exercise play a huge role in managing it.  Over 60% of young women suffering from PCOD are overweight, and they often have higher levels of insulin in their blood therefore the diet that a physian advises them is what is important. It needs to be rich in fibre with no or limited carbohydrates and processed foods. 

Knowing the right types of foods to eat as well as the kinds of food to limit can improve the way one feels and may help lose weight. Eating well, staying active, and maintaining a healthy weight can improve PCOD symptoms.

Health and beauty will exist optimally when all the physical, mental and emotional components are functioning properly. Ayurveda understands beauty as being a development of positive routines and habits that will bring out the best in each one. Rejuvenation Therapy is to return youthfulness by rejuvenating each and every dhatu or Tissue in the body and to maintain the normal level of Ojas. The more we nurture ourselves, the more radiant we become physically.

Natural Ayurvedic care does not harm the skin, hair or body and is relatively safe as it is chemical free. These treatments reverse the effects of time and regenerate the entire body, mind and spirits.

It is very much helpful for Office goers, business people, people with busy lifestyle, in middle age / elders and those physically tired. 

Therapy focuses on curing degenerative diseases and prolonging life through internal and External purification, nourishment & rejuvenation.

Providing customized treatments through body constitution analysis of each patient enhances results too. 

Face Care    

The aim of traditional methods is to enhance nourishment and cleansing of tissues, correcting the metabolism, remove toxins, bring about glowing complexion, prevent sagging of the skin, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and correct the skin conditions. Change in lifestyle, hormonal problems, excessive use of market available cosmetic products, nutritional level  affect the health of the skin . Ayurveda provides some herbs which acts as nutritional supplements for the skin.

Ayurvedic Facial includes a face massage, scrub, and application various herbal pastes that have beneficial effects on the skin. Njavara mukha lepam is a special therapy that includes natural facelift massage with Navara rice

This Ayurvedic skin care therapy includes cleancing and scrubbing using herbs then massage with Ayurvedic-medicated oil / paste for 15 minutes followed by a herbal steam and application of a freshly prepared herbal face pack. Treatment is done according to the skin condition of each patient.

Facial massage activates deep centers of the brain, reflex points and improve facial blood circulation. This treatment helps to slowdown the aging process of skin, reduces wrinkles, nourishes the skin and gives the skin a better tone. 

Benefits of ayurvedic skin care :

• Exfoliates, removing all the dead cells
• Hydrates the skin
• Delays aging
• Tones and tightens
• Keeps skin fresh

Hair care

At SG Ayurveda we offer a very effective treatment methodology based on the classical texts of Ayurveda. The treatment comprises of administration of rasayanas internally, application of specially formulated oils/packs externally. Apart from medical management, controlling Stress, eating healthy & balanced diet rich in proteins, vitamins and minerals and a healthy life style are extremely necessary to control hair loss. A thorough counselling by our Expert Physician guides you to take the right path and follow the advice's for your journey towards getting lush hair growth.

Some of the reasons for hair fall are:

• Hereditary thinning or baldness (also called androgenic alopecia)
• Alopecia areata
• Post delivery 
• Menopause
• Stress
• Vitamins and Protein deficiency
• Iron deficiency 
• Frequent bleaching or hair color permanents can cause the hair to break
• Regular or improper use of dyes, gels, relaxers, and hair sprays also cause hair breakage. 
• Few Medical conditions and illnesses. 
• Thyroid disease 
• Radiation therapy and chemotherapy can cause hair loss.
• Ringworm and scalp infections

Hair care treatments

Shiro abhyanga (Head massage)

Ayurvedic Head Care is for thick, strong glossy hair and helps to  ensure that hair roots are firm and the scalp is healthy. Moisturizing and massaging the scalp with herbal oils, nourishes and strengthens the hair roots and promotes hair growth. This treatment is not just for hair but it also benefits eyes, brain, relieves stress etc.

Sirolepa (Herbal hair pack)

Shiro lepana / Herbal hair pack with a special blend of herbs gives nourishment to hair hence it promotes the hair growth. It is a procedure in which a paste of medicinal herbs / drugs is applied on the scalp for a specific period of time. It is effective in treating neurological disorders, mental diseases, hair fall, pre-mature greying, headache, migraine, scalp psoriasis, eczema etcetc.