Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) refers to a hormonal disorder that affects most women of reproductive years. The condition is characterized by missing menstrual cycles, high levels of male hormones and presence of numerous small cysts in the ovaries and may cause infertility, weight gain, acne, hair in face and other body parts, etc. Risk factors for PCOS include insulin resistance and obesity as well as stress that Ayurveda deals with by restoring the imbalances of the doshas, supporting emotional wellbeing and lifestyle changes.

In Ayulife Clinic, we follow Ayurvedic remedies to manage PCOS, and it works on the three body types, which include Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Our method is based on the presupposition that every person is unique and their constitution or Prakriti, the disturbances or Vikriti, and health condition should be taken into consideration when developing the treatment path. In this article, the author seeks to introduce the readers to how Ayurveda treats PCOS through diet changes, exercise, herbs and other therapies.

An Interpretation of PCOS as per the Ayurveda

Pcos has a correspondence with a condition in Ayurveda called artava kshaya literally meaning a deficiency or lack of menstrual blood (Artava). This is typical in Kapha dosha which mainly concerns structures and lubrications; and may result in cyst formation and stagnation. Others include Agni malfunction, specially hormonal disorders and toxicity or buildup of Ama in the body.

The symptoms like, irregular menses, formation of cysts, hirsutism are considered as imbalance at cellular level of the body. For such problems, Ayurveda focuses on the cause rather than the symptom. In relation to diet, exercise, stress, physical and psychological well-being, Ayurveda is a holistic means of reinstate the body back to its natural balance – promoting fertility and health.

The principles of Ayurvedic treatment of PCOS include panchakarma: vamana, snehana, shashtika, vurita and rasa saptaka.

Balancing the Doshas:

• This shows that Vata distributes imbalances with the biological rhythms of many menstruations and dryness in the body.

• The Pitta doshas imbalance leads to inflammation, hormonal problems, and cysts.

• Kapha dosha imbalance results in disorders of even MA, obesity and oedema or the accumulation of fatty tissue.

• In Ayulife Clinic established Ayus plans implement the specific remedies corresponding to the individual’s dosha kind and viciou.

Improving Agni (Digestive Fire):

Proper digestion is critical to Ayurveda because it is the foundation for good health. This is because in persons who have low digestive fire they acquire toxins known as Ama which causes ailments such as PCOS. In Ayurveda, much emphasis is placed on correcting the bowel habits as part of addressing PCOS.

Detoxification (Panchakarma):

Having toxins removed with the help of Panchakarma treatment is another practice that helps Ayurveda to cleanse the body and refresh the faculty of generation. The main treatments involved in detoxification include oil massages (Abhyanga), steam bath (Swedana), internal purification methods (Virechana or Basti).

Herbal Treatments:

Several herbs in Ayurveda are used for maintaining hormonal balance and treating menstrual disorders of the ovary. These herbs have an synergistic effect in fighting inflammation, improving fertility and general body health.

Diet management and attitude to life

Dietary Recommendations:

• Kapha-Balancing Foods: Since Kapha dosha is high in many women suffering from PCOS, it is important that they eat foods that bring balance to Kapha. These include light and warm foods_easy foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes.
• Anti-Inflammatory Foods: This condition is also associated with other conditions such as, chronic inflammation. 
• Blood Sugar Regulation: These women have a hormonal disorder with thick, dark tufts behind the ovaries, rather heavy mothers and infertility, insulin resistance that can lead to weight gain and dysglicemia. Food chosen with an orientation towards whole grain products, lean meats, and foods with low glycaemic index makes it easier to maintain normal blood glucose levels.
• Herbal Teas: Tea made from some of the natural herbs such as cinnamon, fenugreek and coriander are known to provide some form of assistance to diabetic patients on how to manage their blood sugar levels.

Lifestyle Changes:

• Regular Exercise: In that style of healing, exercise that helps to maintain doshas in equilibrium is recommended including yoga, walking, and swimming. Exercise play an important role in the management of weight, promotion of blood flow and prevent stress.
• Adequate Sleep: Only restorative sleep can provide hormonal regulation; Ayurveda has closely advocated the routine for bed time and also it recommends to have a soothing environment for better sleep.
• Stress Management: Stress can cause hormonal fluctuations increasing the effects of PCOS and make it more difficult to treat. Yoga postures, relaxation, meditation, pranayama and so on make an individual free from stress and maintain the chemical balance of the brain.

Ayurvedic herbs cures pcos

• Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera): Ashwagandha is a tonic herb that helps to normalize the levels of stress hormones and maintain body’s endocrine function. It plays a role in decreasing cortisol level, the hormone that in most cases is excessively produced in women with PCOS caused by stress.
• Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus): Shatavari is unique for women’s health, and its main purpose is to regulate female hormones. It has got impact on the reproductive system, controls the menstrual cycle and fertility. It is also good for suppression of inflammation processes and strengthening of adrenal glands.
• Turmeric (Curcuma longa): Turmeric is a dried herb with property that has an anti-inflammatory effect that helps in managing the symptoms of PCOS. Hepatic aid which is crucial in detoxification and hormonal balance within the body is supported.
• Triphala: Amalaki, Bibhitaki and Haritaki collectively known as Triphala play an important role in detoxifying, and healthy digestion. It aids in the digestion process and the expulsion out of the body of toxins known in Ayurveda as Ama, which can cause an illness, and are extremely undesirable for PCOS sufferers.
• Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia): Guduchi is more famous for its immunomodulatory and cleansing effects on the body. Balances the doshas, it detoxifies the liver and it aids in the relief of inflammation and in hormonal disorders.
• Saw Palmetto: Saw Palmetto is used in Ayurvedic remedies because of its efficiency for controlling excessive androgen levels. Specifically, it has been used effectively in combating hirsutism, which happens in most women with PCOS.