Lifestyle related diseases like Diabetes, Obesity (overweight), Heart attacks, and depression are now recognized a serious public health threat than any other epidemic known to mankind. Because 14.2 million people around the globe in the age group of 36-69 are falling prey every year. And one out of four Indians is at the risk of dying from lifestyle diseases before the age of 70 as per a report from CII. Lifestyle diseases are triggered by unhealthy habits like alcohol abuse, smoking and bad food habits like consuming too much salt, fat and sugar, junk foods, wrong body posture, physical inactivity, and disturbed biological clock.
In this article we examine the chief causes of top lifestyle disorders and their homeopathic treatment
Lifestyle Problem: Diabetes (blood sugar)
Causes: The following are lifestyle triggers for rise in blood sugar level (diabetes) – 1.daily routines & deadlines that create prolonged stress, 2.alcohol consumption that reverses normal liver function of sugar control resulting in low blood sugar after drinking, 3. Illness on the rise (caused by pollution etc) causes stress related hormones that raises sugar level, 4. Excessive & rampant use of medications interferes with sugar levels in your body, and finally 5. unhealthy food habits like sugary beverages cause rapid rise in blood sugar
Homeopathic solution: Arsenicum Alb (persistent thirst), Cephalandra Q, Insulinum 3x, Lacticum acidum (persistent hunger), Pancreatinum (diabetes due to pancreatic disease), Syzigium Jamb Q, Uranium nit, Thyreoidinum (weakness). For bad effects of diabetes: Abroma aug Q (leucorrhea of diabetic ladies), Acidum Phos (reduced vision due to diabetes), Moschus (impotency), Dolichos (itching)
Top 4 homeopathic medicine for diabetes
| Top homeopathy Diabetes medicines by symptoms | Doctor (homeopath) who is is a researcher, academician, practitioner recommends leading homeopathic medicines by symptoms. 9 medicines for loss of flesh, Dryness of mouth, numbness of feet, weakness of vision , etc. Includes metformin substitute that is safe & natural |
| Schwabe Syzygium jambolanum 1x tablets | most often drug used for Type 2 Diabetes and is covered by HPI & German Homeopathic pharmacopoeia. This remedy decreases the amount of sugar in the urine almost immediately and studies confirm its antihyperglycemic actvity and its influence on carbohydrate & lipid metablosim . Useful in Symptoms of diabetes mellitus such as increased appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, weakness or fatigue and diabetic ulcer. |
| SBL Diaboherb syrup | indicated for frequent urination, increased thirst, increased appetite, diabetes related cardiovascular problems. A Clinically proven product composed of 5 potent herbs to bring down sugar levels. No contra indications. Dosage: one teaspoonful 3 times daily, half an hour before meals or as prescribed by the physician. |
| Dr.Reckeweg R40 Diabetes drops | Homeopathic complex that helps you overcome many of the unpleasant symptoms naturally associated with Diabetes. Continued use of R40 helps reduction of insulin units in the insulin dependent diabetics. It contains Uran. Nitric to treat diabetes of varying forms, Arsen. Album for excessive thirst, and Phaseoulus nanus for sugar in urine. R40 is also useful for degeneration centered in the blood and glandular system, such as leukemia, anemia, Iympho-granulomatosis (painful swelling and inflammation of the lymph nodes especially in the groin region related to venereal disease).Dosage 10-15 drops in some water 3 times a day before meals |
Lifestyle Problem: Insomnia (sleeplessness)
Causes: Lifestyle issues can cause insomnia that is not triggered by underlying psychiatric or medical problem. If the problem already exists, it can make it worse. Examples are bringing home work in the evenings which makes it hard to unwind and makes you feel preoccupied when it comes time to sleep. If you are working in non-traditional hours like in BPO’s, your body’s clock is confused & destabilized. If you are a late night party animal, the alcohol or caffeine in your blood can disrupt your sleep. Even bedtime smoking can keep you awake making it hard to fall asleep and to sleep well through the night
Homeopathic Solution: Homeopathy offers specific remedies for psychosomatic conditions; for sleeplessness due to worries (Ambra grisea or Argentums nitr), insomnia due to biological conditions like pregnancy or menopause (Ammon Val 3x), due to alcohol or morphine habits (Avena sativa Q), due to mental diseases (Cloratum 200), due to tension & anxiety (Hypericum Q) Sleeplessness in children due to colic (Cataria nep Q) etc
Top 4 homeopathy medicine for insomnia
| Dr.Reckeweg R14 Sleep Drops | indicated as nerve & sleep drops, R14 is useful for insomnia (sleeplessness) and disturbed sleep due to nervous restlessness and over-excitement of the nervous system. Patients suffer from either superficial sleep or light sleep and therefore suffer drowsiness in the morning, weariness during the day. Neurasthenia (Nerve weakness) due to consequences of mental conflicts of long duration. Contains ammonium bromatum & eschscholzia which are sedative. Dosage 10-15 drops in some water 3 times a day |
| Adel 25 Somcupin drops for different types of sleep disorders | insomnia due to disturbances in natural sleeping rythm caused by stress or physical strain. Contains proprietary blend of several homeopathic herbs to treat different types of sleep disorders. It has key ingredients like argentums nitricum, coffea etc that acts on insomnia (inability to sleep). It is indicated to treat the physical and psychic factors that lead to the sleep disturbances. Dosage Adults 15 to 20 drops of Adel 25 Somcupin, Children 7 to 10 drops, 3 times a day in 1/4 Cup of water, One hour before going to bed. |
| Schwabe Alpha TS drops | indicated for excitation and sleep disturbance (difficulty in falling a sleep or to sleep through. The formulation of Alpha TS takes care of the concomittant symptoms like tension, headache and sleep disorders due to increased stress, anxiety or overwork. |
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Lifestyle Problem: Migraine/severe Headache
Causes: Migraines are caused by consuming freely available OTC (over the counter) medications, glare from excess computer viewing or night time driving or dietary habits that involve eating cheese, redwine, caffine , egg whites and corns. Stressful life circumstances also majorly causes headaches or migraines. Nocturnal habits with little sleep or sleep pattern changes is another lifestyle trigger
Homeopathic solution: Belladona (throbbing pain in forehead), Cannabis ind (pain reliever), Cimicifuga (migraine during menses), Ipecacuanha (migraine with nausea & vomiting), Iris Vera (migraine due to acidity), Lac can 200 (alternating pain on either sides of head), Natrium Mur (terrible headache that is worse in the mornings), Senecio aur (sharp pain in the eye & temples)
Top 4 homeopathy medicine for migraine
| Dr.Reckeweg R16 Migraine Drops | German homeopathic formulation is indicated for throbbing pain in the head which is usually occurs on one side accompanied by nausea and blurred vision (migraine), nervous headaches, neuralgia of the head, , Occipital neuralgia (chronic pain in the back of the head, upper neck, and behind the eyes due to occipital nerves). Contains Iris Versic, Sanguinaria, Spigelia etc , Dosage 10-15 drops in some water 3-6 times a day |
| Doctor advised top migraine medicines by symptoms | Dr.K.S. Gopi a researcher, academician, practitioner, and author identifies top homeopathy migraine medicines by symptoms here |
| Schwabe Alpha HA for Headache due to Tension & Stress | Another German remedy indicated for headache caused by psychological and emotional factors, cold and exertion. It is not a general analgesic but acts as curative in reversible type of headaches.Through its 5 proven homeopathic combinations, each acting on the headache due to different causes, it minimises the frequency & intensity. |
| SBL Relaxhed Tablets and Drops | indicated for migraine, headache associated with nausea and vomiting, heat of sun, indigestion, nervousness, mental stress.The well balanced combination of homeopathic ingredients in Relaxhed reduces tension and digestive problems to bring relief from acute & chronic headaches caused by mental stress or nervousness etc. Dosage: drops: adults 10-15 drops in 1/4th cup of water, 3-4 times a day or hourly during severe headache. Tablets: 2 tablets, 4 times a day or hourly during severe headache, children- half of the adult dose. |
Lifestyle Problem: Obesity (Overweight)
Causes: Large portion meals with high percentage of unhealthy fats, red meat, refined grains, and sugary drinks-plays a very large part in obesity. Television exposure that influences unheating habits, too little work (sedentary habits) and sleep is a large risk factor. Unhealthy and junk foods are easily available inducing people with unhealthy choices.
Homeopathic solution: Phytolacca Berry Q, Antimonium crud (gastric troubles leading to obesity), Fucus Ves Q & Thyreoidinum 200 (faulty thyroid gland), Pulsatilla Nig q (obesity due to urinary troubles), Apocynum can. 1x (Abdomen bloated), Tussilago fragrans Q ( fluid accumulation or dropsy).
Top 4 homeopathy medicine for weight loss
| Dr.Reckeweg R59 drops | German patent formula indicated for obesity, tendency to put on weight due to faulty activity of the glandular secretion. May also be used to combat incipient goitre. It contains Iodized combinations of Fucus vesiculosis,& spongia that stimulate thyroid glands and functional stimulants of liver (like Graphites & Cal Carb) . Dosage 10-15 drops in some water 2-3 times a day |
| Doctor advised weight loss homeopathy combinations | Dr.Rukmani, a homeopath and aesthetics professional prescribes homeopathy weight loss medicines by underlying conditions like; Obesity due to Thyroid, Obesity due to PCOS, Obesity due to Family History or Overeating, |
| Schwabe Phytolacca berry Tablets | Phytolacca berry tablets contain ingredients which have a appetite regulating action. By improving digestion & absorption it lowers the intake of food. Homeopaths have been obtaining good results of weight loss without affecting the general health of ladies who tend to be obese after childbirth. Phytolacca Berry Tablets are made from fresh berries of Phytolacca which are imported from North America. It lowers the intake of food by favourably influencing digestion and absorption. |
| SBL B-TRIM Drops for Management of Obesity | drops helps the body shed weight by improving the metabolic rate and also removing excess water content. Those who wish to lose weight should also control their diet and do regular physical exercise. A clinically proven product, composed of well balanced homeopathic ingredients like calcera carbonica 6x, phytolacca berry Q, fucus vesiculosis Q, Thyroidinum which help to fight obesity in a natural way without any side effects |
Lifestyle Problem: Hair Loss (Hair Fall, Alopecia)
Causes: Lifestyle matters when it comes to having a healthy crop of hair because diet, smoking and stress can cause hair loss. Crash diets under weight loss programs, fast food routine results in lower levels of vital nutrients in diet which are essential for healthy hair. Smoking can restrict or even damage the blood flow supply to the follicles which impacts upon the hair growth/loss cycle and leads to hair loss. Stress produces hormones such as cortisol and noradrenaline cause the hair follicles to enter the resting stage of the hair life cycle which prevents new hair growth.
Homeopathic Solution: Acidum Phos (hair fall after illness), Ferrum Phos (due to anemia), Nitricum acidum (due to sexual disease like syphilis), Thymus serpyllum (regrowth of hair), Spingurus mar (hair fall in beard), weisbaden 200 (quick regrowth of hair)
Top 4 homeopathy medicine for hair loss
| Doctor recommended top hair loss homeopathy medicines | Leading hairfall remedies by causes & symptoms like wasting or exhausting disease, dryness of the scalp, post partem hairloss, Alopecia with profuse perspiration, thyroid diseases |
| Agom Kesharanjana pills & drops | External & internal medicine combination contains homeopathic ingredients like Centella asiatica 3x; Eclipta alba 3x, hibiscus rosasinensis 3x, embilica officinals 3x whose mode of actions is
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| SBL Scalptone Tablets | a well balanced composition that prevents excessive hair loss and greying. Ir provides for proper internal care by improving circulation in the scalp region and helps better absorption of minerals for growth of hair. It also effectively reduces itching, irritation and dryness of scalp, thinning and splitting of hair and dandruff, thinning of hair or causing bald spots on the scalp. Dosage adults 2 tablets 4-6 times daily, children 1 tablets 4 times daily. |
| Dr.Reckeweg R89 Hair loss drops | indicated for alopecia, baldness, premature hair loss, premature grey hair, weakness, too much cooked food, headaches.Contains Lactuca sativa, Leicithinum that provide anti hormonal effects and hypophysis that stabilize hair growth, plus juglans provides essential fatty acids. Dosage 20-30 drops 3 times daily after meals, once a day massage in bald area for 5 minutes |
Problem: Fatigue (Weakness, lack of energy & vitality)
Causes:Fatigue or a feeling of constant tiredness or weakness is caused by a combination of lifestyle, social, psychological and general well being issues instead of an underlying medical condition. Lifestyle factors such as overwork to meet targets/stiff deadlines, alcohol or drugs or lack of exercise can lead to feelings of fatigue. Children are under examination stress and the constant demands of the rat race (hyper-competitive world).
Homeopathic Solution: Anacardium ori (mental fatigue due to studies/exams), Calcarea carb (physical & mental fatigue), Conium mac (general feeling of tiredness), Lecithinum 3x (weakness), Natrium mur (debility), onosmodium (muscular prostration), ruta (extreme fatigue), Sepia (fatigue in women), Tuberculinum(always tired).
Top 4 homeopathy products for fatigue, weakness, lack of energy
| Dr.Reckeweg-Germany Alfalfa Tonic (General Tonic energizes Vital Function) | Dr Reckeweg’s Alfalfa Tonic drives away exhaustion and anxiety due to overwork and rapidly subsides worrisome tendency. In a short period of time a general physical improvement can be seen. Because its carefully composed remedy of natural homeopathic ingredients provides a tonic effect for all ages,in conditions of anaemia, loss of appetite, convalescence, especially after debilitating fevers or surgical operations, pregnancy, loss of weight and in growing children. Dosage:Adults One tablespoon, Children One teaspoonful 3 times daily before meals. |
| Revive – a comprehensive doctor prescribed kit | Recommended by two leading homeopaths to beat daily stress, extreme fatigue and burnout with generalized body weakness or debility. Contains Ashwagandha Mother Tincture, Avena Sativa Mother Tincture, Acid Phos Mother Tincture, Five Phos 6X tablets |
| Schwabe Alfalfa Tonic | Schwabe Alfalfa Tonic provides natural amino acids, minerals and potent herbal ingredients that have a combined effect of stimulating physical and mental activities in general. It promotes well being by boosting regenerative process during and after illness and in disease stage. A Health tonic for both sexes of all ages for convalescence, general weakness, lethargy, lack of appetite, stress, tension and sleep disorders. |
| SBL Alfalfa tonic | SBL Alfalfa tonic with ginseng is your ideal body supplement to cope up with the tremendous stress and strain of daily modern life. This product is well indicated for nervousness, anxiety, neurasthenia, general debility, insomnia(sleeplessness), loss of appetite, during convalescence and can be taken during pregnancy and lactation. It is safe and has no side effects. |
Problem: Addiction (Tobacco/Smoking, Alcohol)
Cause: Tobacco or liquor addiction is a fallout of the inability to cope up with the daily stress and lifestyle demands of today though the habit might have formed due to other reasons. Some seek shelter in the temporary high that it provides and momentary mental breather from the problem while it lasts. But they end up in a vicious cycle as they fall prey to the body cravings for the fix again.
Homeopathic solution: Arsenicum alb (antidotes to bad effects of chewing tobacco), Daphne Ind (tobacco anti craving), Lycopus (palpitations, rapid heart of smokers), Phosphorus (sexual weakness due to tobacco), Plantago 200 (for aversion to tobacco). Angelica Q (aversion to alcohol), China off (alcohol anti craving), Sulphur 200 (alcoholism), Sterculia a (anti craving for liquor)
Top 4 homeopathy products for deaddiction
| Dr.Reckeweg R77 drops | treats withdrawal symptoms in smokers, Smokers hangover, headache caused by smoking too much and thus arisen vasoconstriction, nausea, pain in the stomach. Contains Echinacea angustofolia that enhances resistance power and Tabacum for tobacco abuse induced paleness. Say goodbye to smoking and hello to a healthier life with Dr. Reckeweg R77. Take the first step towards a smoke-free future today |
| Schwabe Daphne Indica 1x tablets | Schwabe Daphne Indica 1x tablets is indicated for tobacco addiction and related symptoms. Dosage: unless otherwise prescribed, 2 tablets 2-3 times a day reduces the dose as symptoms improves. If complaints are not relieved, consult a specialist. |
| Baksons Go Tox de-addiction drops | Baksons Go Tox drops is a de-addiction homeopathic medicine that acts as a detoxifier to help you quit smoking and alcohol. Dosage: 15-20 drops diluted in 1 teaspoon of water. Twice daily. Or as prescribed by the physician. |
| Alcohol and Tobacco Deaddiction medicines | Get the complete collection of de addiction medicines in homeopathy in tablets and drops |
Problem: Depression
Causes: Lifestyle factors that has an impact on depression are; poor diet that can lower your mood and your self esteem, little or no physical exercise, lack of sleep, relationship issues and personal/family conflicts etc. Alcohol and recreational drugs are in reality depressants, and can trigger your risk of developing serious depression.
Homeopathic Solution: Ambra grisea (senile depression), Arsenicum alb (sadness, restlessness, anxiety), Benzoicum acidum (depression due to past events), Calcarea fluor 12x (chronic depression), conium mac (depression in women during ovulation, menopause)
Top 4 homeopathy medicine for depression
| Dr.Reckeweg Vita C 15 Forte Tonic | excellent tonic for stress situations because of its remarkable invigoration of the nervous system. It also helps restore body strength and indicated for nervous headache, insomnia (Sleeplessness), nervous exhaustion, general neurasthenia (weakness), improving body immunity, overexertion. Useful for patients suffering from depressions, inability to concentrate, lack of energy, impotency, fatigue, and those recovering from illness (convalescence). |
| Doctor advised combination for mental weakness | Well selected homoeopathic remedies that are very effective for controlling mental illness that may cause mood swings, emotional outbursts, depression in an holistic way |
| Schwabe Alpha-TS Drops | Schwabe Alpha-TS Drops is indicated for excitation and sleep disturbance (difficulty in falling asleep) due to nervous tension, anxiety, stress etc . Contains Eschscholtzia Cali (normalizes psychological function), Zincum metallicum (depression), Passiflora Inc (for insomnia). |
| SBL Tranquil (For mental stress, anxiety & depression) | SBL Tranquil is formulated to promote and raise the brain threshold to cope up with stress, anxiety and depression resulting in sound natural sleep & improved energy levels. This is a natural de-stressing agent and does not contain any narcotics and is non addictive & free of side effects. Indicated for relieving anxiety, tension, depression, sleeplessness & restlessness. |
Problem: Heart Attack (cardiac illness)
Causes: Heart attack is a culmination of many lifestyle disorders discussed earlier like Stress, Obesity, Diabetes, Smoking, poor diet etc. However even minor issues like Poor dental health, poor hygine (bacterial or viral infections) can put you at risk of heart infections.
Homeopathic solution: Arsenicum alb (weak heart), Cactus Q (inflammation of lining of heart), Calcarea ars (cardiac tonic), Camphora (heart stimulant for emergencies), Cholesterinum 200 (coronary insufficiencies), Conium mac (arteriosclerosis), Digitalis (for heart block), Secale cor (hypertendion, angina pain)
Top 4 homeopathy medicine for Cardiac health (Heart Toner)
| Dr.Reckeweg R 3 drops for symptoms of heart problems | increases the muscular stregth of heart and addrfesses heart insufficiencies that could lead to oedema (swelling), myocardial weakness. It has a proprietary blend of homeopathic ingredients like cactus, crataegus etc in speciality drops forms. It addresses the issues like heart insufficiencies, myocardial weakness, dilatations (action of dilating a vessel) etc. It also addresses post infectious myocardial weakness, coronary insufficiencies, degenerative process of myocardium and cardiac infarction. It treats functional irregularities, myocarditis, endocarditis and hypotonia (low muscle tone). |
| Adel Neo-Card N drops for symptoms of heart problems | Adel Neo-Card N drops is indicated for heart problems include breath shortness, palpitations (irregular heart beat), dizziness, weakness, nausea, sweating etc. Most common heart complaints include chest pain or angina, heart failure, palpitations or irregular heart beat etc. Heart is the main key organ of circulatory system that provides blood supply in the entire body. Symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, lack of concentration etc indicates circulatory complaints. Causes of heart and circulatory complaints include smoking, lack of physical activity, unhealthy diet, obesity, excess alcohol consumption, diabetes, stress, high cholesterol, depression, high blood pressure etc. |
| Schwabe Essentia Aurea drops (Gold drops) for symptoms of heart problems | Schwabe Essentia Aurea drops is homeopathic medicine to treat symptoms cardiac weakness, hypertension, stenocardia (chocking) through a proprietary blend of several homeopathic herbs (available in drops). It has key ingredients like crataegus oxyacantha, aurum muriaticum etc that aims at improving myocarial oxygen supply and minimise ischaemiaconsition. |
| Sbl Tonicard gold drops for symptoms of heart problems | Sbl Tonicard gold drops are indicated to treat symptoms of heart problems. Homeopathic preventive care for potential heart problems and as an adjunct to cardiac therapies. Improves blood circulation in arteriosclerosis, arrhythmias, palpitation and menopausal syndrome. |
Tips to avoid lifestyle diseases
- Make dietary changes to your daily routine, include leafy green vegetables, nuts, fruits wholegrain and fat-free or low-fat dairy products.
- Avoid trans fats found in many fast food joints, fried stuff like potato or crunchy chicken is a NO.
- Sugary carbonated beverages that come in cola & other forms is health hazard to be avoided
- Keep yourself properly hydrated and regular intake of water helps flush out the toxins
- Do not alter your meal timings or never skip one
- Work out your body with regular exercises, about 2.5 hours of moderate exercise in a week will suffice. Try and include Yoga & meditation in the routine
- If you are on a smoking or regular drinking habit, take immediate steps to scale it down completely
- Never carry your work home. Stop worrying and take atleast 6-8 hours of sleep daily
- Make it a point to get your health checked once every 6 months
