Ayurveda and Parasites.
The Madhava Nidanam, one of the classical texts 
of Ayurveda, explains the causes, complications and symptoms of numerous diseases. Chapter 7 explains in detail about internal and external parasites. ‘Krimi’ is the Sanskrit word for parasite and the chapter is called ‘Krimi Nidanam’, Parasitic disease.
of Ayurveda, explains the causes, complications and symptoms of numerous diseases. Chapter 7 explains in detail about internal and external parasites. ‘Krimi’ is the Sanskrit word for parasite and the chapter is called ‘Krimi Nidanam’, Parasitic disease.What are the causes of parasites stated in the Madhava Nidanam? Indulging in raw foods, excess sweet and sour tastes, incompatatle foods, jaggery, avoiding physical exercise and day sleep 
are a few listed.
are a few listed.Signs of parasites may include fever 
discoloration, pain or enlargement in the abdomen, disorders of the region of the heart 
giddiness, diarrhea.
discoloration, pain or enlargement in the abdomen, disorders of the region of the heart giddiness, diarrhea.The chapter goes on to explain the types of parasites and their characteristics. Those residing in the stomach are resulting from imbalance Kapha resemble ‘thick leather tape’, others resembling an earthworm 
and others as sprouts of grains. Those raising from blood 
are found in the liver, spleen, arteries and blood. They are very small with no legs, copper colored and round and some invisible.
and others as sprouts of grains. Those raising from blood are found in the liver, spleen, arteries and blood. They are very small with no legs, copper colored and round and some invisible.How to treat parasites in Ayurveda? The treatment protocol is quite complex, with resetting the digestive fire and body purification as the main line of treatment. Dietary changes will include easy to digest foods supplemented with herbs to help kindle the agni (digestive fire). Clearing Ama (digestive toxins) from the body through Panchakarma treatment including virechana karma and enema basti will help to eliminate the parasites. Ayurvedic herbs such as kutki, bilva, neem, and even pumpkin seeds and papaya seeds and other basic items are advised based on the needs of the patient.
and body purification as the main line of treatment. Dietary changes will include easy to digest foods supplemented with herbs to help kindle the agni (digestive fire). Clearing Ama (digestive toxins) from the body through Panchakarma treatment including virechana karma and enema basti will help to eliminate the parasites. Ayurvedic herbs such as kutki, bilva, neem, and even pumpkin seeds and papaya seeds and other basic items are advised based on the needs of the patient.If you are experiencing signs of parasites, it is important to speak to your Ayurvedic Practitioner prior to starting a cleanse or detox program. Consultations are available for booking via our website. The link to learn more is in our bio.
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November 14, 2023
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