Menopause & Ayurveda

According to Ayurveda, each person is born with a unique set of characteristics known as their Prakruti, which, according to the Tridosha Theory, is made up of three doshas viz. Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. The functions of Air and Ether energy are represented by Vata, those of Fire and Water by Pitta, and those of Earth and Water by Kapha. All bodily functions are regulated, directed, controlled, and managed by the mechanisms of these five energies.

Dosha Effects On The Human Body

According to Ayurveda, each person is born with a unique set of characteristics known as their Prakruti, which, according to the Tridosha Theory, is made up of three doshas viz. Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. The functions of Air and Ether energy are represented by Vata, those of Fire and Water by Pitta, and those of Earth and Water by Kapha. All bodily functions are regulated, directed, controlled, and managed by the mechanisms of these five energies.

The hormonal fluctuations that occur during this time will be more pronounced and will take longer to settle if there are underlying physiological imbalances.Among the Vata-type menopausal symptoms are depression, anxiety, and insomnia. Menopause can also cause an increase in the other two doshas. Women with Pitta (fire) symptoms are frequently enraged and experience hot flashes. The Kapha (water) type is characterised by listlessness, weight gain, and feelings of mental and physical heaviness. The hormonal fluctuations that occur during this time will be more pronounced and will take longer to settle if there are underlying physiological imbalances.

Ayurvedic Solutions to Menopausal Symptoms

Ayurveda promotes a holistic approach to treating menopausal symptoms through the use of various herbs and minerals, treatments, diets, and exercises, and it provides a reliabl alternative to conventional treatments. The primary goal of ayurvedic treatment is to restore Vata, Pitta, and Kapha dosha balance, improve digestive fire (agni), and eliminate toxins (ama) from the body.

The plants and herbs aid in the management of menopausal symptoms while ensuring your safety from the risks associated with synthetic hormones. These herbs contain phytoestrogens. When the oestrogen or phytoestrogen binds to the oestrogen receptors in the body, the hormones are able to function normally; however, when the receptors become clogged with debris or Ama, the hormones are unable to function properly, resulting in menopausa symptoms. The recommended herbs may vary from person to person depending on which symptoms are the most severe and thus which dosha is most out of balance.

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Did you know? There are 48 symptoms during menopausal transition.