- Ayurveda is a traditional system of medicine in India that uses various herbs and natural remedies to support weight management and reduce body fat.
- Ayurvedic treatments are holistic and individualised, focusing on balancing the doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) and addressing the root causes of weight gain.
- Some of the Ayurvedic herbs that can help reduce body fat are: guggul, triphala, fennel, amla, and punarnava.
- Guggul contains a plant sterol called guggulsterone that boosts the body's metabolism and enhances weight loss.
Guggul
- Triphala is a formulation of three ingredients: amalaki (amla), bibhitaki, and haritaki. It detoxifies the body and revitalizes the digestive system.
Triphala
- Fennel aids the digestive system and reduces bloating and water retention.
Fennel
- Amla improves immunity and metabolism and helps burn fat.
Amla
- Punarnava has diuretic properties that help flush out toxins and excess water from the body.