Abstract

MANAGEMENT OF STHAULYA (OBESITY) - A CASE STUDY

Radhika Kharad* and Arti Firke

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Abstract

Sthaulya (Obesity), characterized by an excess of body fat leading to adverse health effects, poses a significant public health challenge due to its multitude of risk factor, require a complex approach to its management. Recently, a 32 year old male patient presented with weight of 110.6kg and a BMI 32kg/m2, indicative of overweight status according to NHI guidelines. Additionally, the patient was chronic smoker. His treatment regimen incorporated various Ayurvedic therapies, including Lekhan Basti, Snehana (Bahya), Swedana and Udavartana, in conjunction with oral medication such as Triphaa Kadha, Medohar Gugglu and Aarogyavardhini vati. This comprehensive approach was complemented by dietary adjustment, lifestyle modification, yoga and exercise. Remarkably, the patient achieved a weight loss of 5.5 kg, resulting in a BMI of 30.4, all within 35-day timeframe and notably, without any complications.

Keywords: Obesity (Sthaulya), Diet, Management, Ayurveda.