Common Causes of Chronic Kidney diseases
- Long-standing diabetes or high blood pressure.
- Recurrent urinary infections damaging kidneys.
- Kapha aggravation with fluid retention and heaviness.
- Āma accumulation weakening urinary channels.
- Genetic susceptibility or family history of kidney disorders.
Symptoms of Chronic Kidney diseases
- Swelling in ankles, feet, and around eyes.
- Persistent fatigue and low energy.
- Changes in urine output or foamy urine.
- Loss of appetite, nausea, or metallic taste.
- Shortness of breath in advanced stages.
Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Chronic Kidney diseases
- Pacify kapha with light, bitter, and astringent diet.
- Herbs like punarnavā, gokṣura, and varuṇa for kidney support.
- Deepana-pācana herbs to clear āma and boost digestion.
- Rasāyana therapy with gudūcī and aśvagandhā for immunity.
- Regular basti therapy under supervision to balance vāta and restore function.