Common Causes of Rheumatoid arthritis
- Heavy, oily foods slow agni and create āma.
- Cold weather and damp environments aggravate vāta.
- Irregular meals and suppressed urges disrupt metabolic balance.
- Genetic predisposition combined with poor digestion weakens immunity.
- Emotional stress blocks doṣic flow and joint lubrication.
Symptoms of Rheumatoid arthritis
- Morning stiffness with joint pain and swelling.
- Symmetrical joint involvement, often fingers, wrists, knees.
- Fatigue, weight loss, or low-grade fever.
- Warm, tender joints with restricted movement.
- Flare-ups alternating with periods of reduced symptoms.
Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Rheumatoid arthritis
- Mṛdu snehapāna and virecana clear āma and calm pitta.
- Herbs like guggulu, śuṇṭhī, and gudūcī reduce pain and swelling.
- Basti therapy nourishes joints and regulates vāta.
- Anti-inflammatory diet, warm, spiced, and light supports gut healing.
- Long-term rasāyana restores immunity and joint tissue strength.