Gaining or Losing Weight? Do It the Ayurvedic Way

Ayurveda treats both extremes of weight as a disorder of 'Meda Dhatu' (fat tissue) and digestion — underweight people usually have weak Agni and malabsorption; overweight people have strong Agni but sluggish Meda metabolism.

For healthy weight gain — Pick Up: • Ashwagandha, Safed Musli and Vidarikand capsules twice daily after milk • Expect better appetite, energy and glowing skin within 2-3 weeks • Combine with three proper meals and strength exercise

For weight loss — Slim is Smart: • Vrikshamla, Triphala and Chitrak capsules before meals; they reduce cravings for sweets and help the body burn stored fat • Combine with an early, light dinner and 30 minutes of daily walking

Both formulas work with food and activity, never in place of them. Rapid weight loss or gain, or fatigue with either goal, should be checked for thyroid and other causes first.