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Ayurvedic Remedies For Weight Gain

We all have that friend who eats like crazy but doesn't gain even a pound. Gaining weight is hard just like losing weight.

While the major section of our society strives today to lose weight, there are some of them amongst us too who are struggling to gain weight.

Also Read: Ayurvedic Remedies To Reduce Belly Fat

Wrong food habits, illnesses, increased physical activity, too much gap between the meals, eating disorders like anorexia, hormonal illness, etc., could be some of the reasons for being underweight.

Being underweight could also cause various ailments like anaemia, hearing issues, low stamina and immunity, weak and brittle bones and the problem of infertility.

For the well-being of the body, it is necessary to maintain a normal weight.

There are many medicines available over the counter that can solve the problem of being underweight; but these medicines also do have certain side effects on the body.

Also Read: 5 Best Ayurvedic Remedies For Weight Loss

There are certain herbs and medicines prescribed by Ayurveda to help in weight gain. Hence, here are some of the Ayurvedic herbs that help in weight gain, which you could take as per the advice of an Ayurvedic expert, have a look.

yurvedic remedies for weight gain

Annonna Squamosa
Annonna squamosa is one of the best fruits that is prescribed by Ayurveda for those striving to increase body weight. Annonna squamosa, or custard apple as it is called, is one of the best fruits for increasing weight. This fruit helps in curing the problem of anorexia and helps maintain good body weight. It is said a custard apple a day keeps weight gain woes away.

yurvedic remedies for weight gain

Shatavari
Saatavari or Shatavari is an excellent Ayurvedic remedy for increasing body weight. It also helps in improving digestion, eradicates any digestive issues and helps have an adequate amount fluid balance in the body. It is also beneficial for pregnant or lactating mothers who are looking to gain weight. One can find Saatavari capsules in any Ayurvedic shops.

Chyavanprash
Chyavanprash is one of the best and a popular medicine for weight gain prescribed by Ayurvedic experts. Chayavanprash is the combination of various potent herbs that help in strengthening our body and also help in weight gain. It also increases immunity and helps ward off illnesses like cold and cough.

Eating a spoon of Chayavanprash will help in aiding digestion and nourishing your body, leading to weight gain. It is a popular remedy, recommended in Ayurveda, which can be consumed by people of all ages. It is the most popular and well-known tonic for weight gain. One can buy this from any medical or Ayurvedic store.

yurvedic remedies for weight gain

Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is recommended by Ayurveda for a host of diseases. It is loaded with beneficial nourishing properties that flush out harmful radicals from our body, keep us healthy and youthful. It also aids in nourishing our tissues, in the proper functioning of the digestive and adrenaline glands, and building up of the immune system.

It also helps in reducing stress and aiding in a sound sleep, which further helps in our overall well-being and health. Ashwagandha extracts or capsules are easily available at the Ayurvedic stores or clinics in India.

yurvedic remedies for weight gain

Raisins & Figs
Raisins and figs help in maintaining proper body weight and keep the problems related to weight loss away. You can soak raisins and figs in water overnight and consume them the next day for ideal body weight.

yurvedic remedies for weight gain

Yashtimandu
Those suffering from the problem of low weight also suffer from low immunity. Low immunity makes your body more prone to diseases, thereby decreasing your weight. Yashtimandu promotes ideal weight gain, increases well-being and keeps us healthy.

Story first published: Saturday, August 6, 2016, 10:07 [IST]
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