Best & Safest Ayurvedic Treatment for Fatty Liver - Yakrit Plihantak Churna

Abstract

The human body is a complex structure. Liver is one of the main organs that processes all the ingested food and does a variety of functions including metabolism, detoxification, vitamin storage, immunity and digestion. The liver is located in the upper quadrant on the right side under the ribs. Liver takes part in very vital functions such as breakdown and synthesis of complex molecules that are generally required in a number of important functions. The functional units of the liver are known as hepatocytes. This makes the liver an important gland. Generally, unhealthy dietary habits and alcoholism results in liver problems that further hampers the functioning of the liver resulting in deranged lipids profiles and liver function tests. In the text below we shall discuss the Fatty liver disease and best Ayurvedic natural remedy to manage them.

Introduction

Liver, the chemical factory of the human body, sometimes gets into bad state. This generally happens with the type of food we intake and the habits we choose. Oftentimes liver health is neglected. First and foremost sign of a compromised liver is fat deposition in the liver, commonly known as fatty liver. This condition, in general, does not cause any symptoms. And therefore, goes unnoticed. Eventually when no proper care is provided, it takes an unpleasant turn and results in severe liver problems. At the end when the liver totally damages, all the working of the liver comes to stall. After that, bodily symptoms become unbearable and stress clouds the mind. Looking at the severity of the end stage, it becomes very important to look at the very first symptoms and get liver tests done in time. We shall further discuss fatty liver with some details and also have a look at the ayurvedic management.

Causes

Fatty liver generally results from bad diet and alcoholism. Based on the cause it is differentiated in Alcoholic and Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.

1. Alcoholic fatty liver disease : Over consumption of alcohol destroys the liver cells resulting in fatty liver disease.
2. Non Alcoholic fatty liver disease : Generally this type is usually seen in obese and overweight people. But also seen in people with family history of liver disease, metabolic syndrome, diabetic, thyroid dysfunction. (which again are lifestyle disorders)

Symptoms

Usually, no symptoms are there that can particularly indicate the fatty liver but sometimes some gastric disturbances can signal the possibility of liver problems. Henceforth, blood work and liver functions should be done at regular intervals. Following are some symptoms that can be seen in some persons :

1. Fatigue
2. Jaundice
3. Pain in the right upper abdomen
4. Swelling in the lower extremities
5. Weight loss
6. Abdominal discomfort
7. Bloating

Ayurvedic view

In Ayurveda, improper dietary and modern lifestyle has resulted in imbalancing of all the doshas. Pitta dosha vitiation can be compared with improper liver functions or the fatty liver. Thus, vitiated pitta (pachak pitta) causes hindrance in the functioning of the other types of pitta which results in the hampering of the bodily functions which ultimately shows the symptoms of the compromised liver. As the Pitta is required for the Dhatu Poshan krama and obstruction in this process makes the bodily functions stop. Therefore, pacification of the pitta dosha is one of the main objectives of the ayurvedic management. By doing this, the pitta dosha balances and the functioning of the body works better.

Yakrit Plihantak churna - Best & Safest Ayurvedic Remedy for Fatty Liver

Planet Ayurveda is a renowned Ayurvedic company that provides best ayurvedic treatment and manufactures cent percent herbal and herbomineral formulations that are helpful in managing complicated and chronic diseases very well. One of the best formulations of Planet Ayurveda is Yakrit Plihantak churna, nectar for the liver. Yakrit Plihantak churna by Planet Ayurveda is a perfect blend of herbs that are beneficial in managing all liver problems by detoxifying the liver cells and stimulating liver functions. As pitta dosha is affected in the fatty liver condition, virechan (purgation) is the best way to pacify it.

Yakrit Plihantak churna contains the following herbs

1. Bhumi amla
2. Bhringraj
3. Kalmegh
4. Sharpunkha
5. Kaasni
6. Katuki
7. Makoy
8. Punarnava

1. Bhumi Amla

Bhumi amla (Phyllanthus niruri) is a small herb that grows in tropical lands with height up to 50 to 70 cm. It is written in the texts that bhumi amla exhibits anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Furthermore it betters the functioning of the liver and enhances its secretions. It cleanses the blood and therefore clears the pallor of the skin caused by the malfunctioning of the liver. By clearing the jaundice the irritation of the skin is also alleviated. Thus, bhumi amla is one of the main herbs that helps in cleaning the liver and aids its functions by clearing the deposited fats.

2. Bhringraj

Bhringraj (Ecliptus alba) being bitter in taste helps in wound healing. It nullifies pain. Bhringraj is known for its liver stimulant properties. It normalizes the secretion of the liver and detoxifies the blood. It also fastens in the process of hematopoiesis. This special property makes it a fantastic herb in the fatty liver and associated anemia. 

3. Kalmegh

Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), also known as ‘Bhunimb’ is known for its bitterness. The ‘king of bitters’ as it is called, is famous for its laxative properties. Kalmegh contains kalmeghin and androghpoid as main chemical constituents. Kamlegi in this formulation helps in fatty liver symptoms such as anorexia, indigestion, abdominal discomfort and incomplete passing of the fecal matter.

4. Sharpunkha

Sharpunkha (Tephrosia purpurea) is known to be helpful in the condition of hepatomegaly and splenomegaly. It also alleviates the symptoms associated with fatty liver such as bloating and abdominal discomfort. Moreover, it helps relieve constipation. With its blood purification properties, it cleanses blood and alleviates fatty liver symptoms including jaundice and itching.

5. Kaasni

Kaasni (Cichorium intybus) possesses a pungent and bitter taste. It alleviates the condition of anorexia and fluid accumulation in the body that is sometimes seen in the persons suffering from liver diseases mainly liver cirrhosis. As the fatty liver is primarily seen in this condition, the herb helps in the primary stages with its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial  properties  as in case of infective hepatitis and fatty infiltration of the liver. It stimulates the secretions of the liver that helps in the functioning of the liver that could be hampered by the fat deposition.

6. Katuki

Katuki (Picrorhiza kurroa) is one of the best purgative herbs. Purgation helps relieve constipation by clearing the alimentary canal that ultimately results in better absorption of the food nutrients thus checking weakness associated with fatty liver problem. It further helps in anorexia and indigestion with Deepan (Carminative) and Pachan (Digestive) properties respectively. It also acts as a liver stimulant.

7. Makoy

Makoy/Kakmachi (Solanum nigrum) is known with different names in India. Makoy has anti-inflammatory, anti-aging and tissue rejuvenation properties. With these actions, Makoy results in making the liver cells healthy. It helps in relieving constipation and other digestion related problems.

8. Punarnava

Punarnava (Boehhercvia diffusa) is a creeping herb that is known for its rejuvenating and renewing properties. As the name suggests it helps in the generation of the new hepatocytes and the rebuilding of the non well cells. Furthermore, neovascularization is the main property of the herb that makes it an exceptional remedy in the fatty liver and the further adverse turn of the same.

Other Indications of Yakrit Plihantak Churna

1. Liver cirrhosis
2. Liver failure
3. Ascites
4. Hepatomegaly
5. Hepatitis
6. Liver Fibrosis

Dosage : 1/2 to 1 teaspoonful twice daily, with plain water or fruit juice, after meals.

Conclusion

The liver is one of the most important organs of the body that does a variety of functions. Fatty liver is the primary condition of the liver when a person does not take good care of it by consuming an unhealthy diet and inactive or sedentary life. Fatty liver if not given medical attention at time, it might take an unfortunate turn and turn into liver fibrosis and ultimately cirrhosis of liver or liver failure. So, taking a first step to prevent worsening of liver health is dietary changes and active and stress free life. Often, as discussed, the fatty liver sometimes goes unseen because of its less or no symptoms, so it is required to keep a check on the liver functioning. Using no other than Yakrit Plihantak churna would result in clearing the deposited fat in the liver and also promote the better functioning of the liver with its number of health properties.