Diet
High-calorie, fatty food eaten more than the body needs.
Overview
What is obesity?
Obesity means too much fat is stored in the body. It happens when we take in more calories than we burn, and the extra is stored as fat.
Obesity is a health problem on its own. It also raises the risk of heart disease, diabetes, liver damage, arthritis and kidney problems.
The Ayurvedic view
Ayurveda calls it medoroga, linked to aggravated kapha dosha. Care aims to calm kapha and clear the fat-carrying (medovaha) channels.
Causes
What commonly triggers it
Inactivity
A sedentary lifestyle with little physical work.
Body factors
Hormones, genes, endocrine disorders and pregnancy.
Medicines
Some medicines such as steroids, estrogens, insulin and psychiatric drugs.
Symptoms
Signs to notice
- Increased body fat
- Lethargy and tiredness
- Breathlessness on effort
- Heavy sweating with body odour
Do not wait, get urgent medical help if you have
- Chest pain or pressure
- Severe breathlessness at rest
- Sudden weakness on one side, or slurred speech
- Painful swelling of one leg
Ayurvedic approach
How Dr. Varun approaches care
- 1
Consultation
Dr. Varun listens to your symptoms, history, food habits and routine, and looks at any reports or medicines you already take.
- 2
Assessment
Nadi pariksha (pulse) and Prakriti (body type) assessment help him understand your individual balance.
- 3
Your plan
Where suitable, a personal plan may combine diet and routine changes, classical Ayurvedic medicines and, for some people, Panchakarma.
- 4
Follow-up
Progress is reviewed and the plan adjusted, at the clinic or on WhatsApp.
Diet & lifestyle
Small changes that help
Best avoided
- Fried, oily and processed food
- Ghee, butter, cheese, cream, chocolate and full-fat curd
- Potato and polished rice
- Refined flour (maida)
Helpful habits
- Whole wheat atta and brown or parboiled rice
- More salads, vegetables, fruits and bitter vegetables like karela
- Walk for half an hour twice a day
- Daily exercise such as jogging or swimming, and more household work
Home remedies
From the family kitchen
Warm lemon-honey water
Mix one teaspoon of lemon juice, one teaspoon of honey and a pinch of black pepper in a cup of warm water. Take twice a day on an empty stomach.
Three-spice powder
Mix equal parts of long pepper (pippali), dry ginger (sonth) and black pepper powder. Take half a teaspoon twice a day with a little warm water.
Diabetics should avoid the honey drink unless their doctor agrees; the spice powder is heating, so people with acidity, ulcers or pregnancy should check with Dr. Varun first.
Your care plan
Personalised kit after a free consultation
For obesity, Dr. Varun first talks with you, by video, audio or at the clinic. If Ayurvedic care suits you, he puts together a kit for you personally.
- Free video/audio consultation
- Free 1-month LivTOX liver support capsules
FAQ
Common questions
How quickly will I lose weight?
It differs for each person. Steady change in diet and activity matters most. Dr. Varun sets a plan after assessment.
I live far from Phagwara and Jalandhar. Can I still consult?
Yes. You can book a video or audio consultation with Dr. Varun on WhatsApp from anywhere.
Not sure where to start?
Talk to Dr. Varun first. A video or audio consultation on WhatsApp works from anywhere, or visit the clinic in Phagwara or Jalandhar.
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