Are Ayurvedic medicines effective for heart block?

Question

Hi doctor,

My mother is 73 years old and suffers from a heart problem. She has three blocks in her arteries. We have been advised to get stents. The blockage is 90 percent in one artery, 80 percent in the second, and 70 percent in the third. We do not want to proceed with stents and are looking for medicines to address this issue.

We consulted an Ayurvedic doctor, who recommended some Ayurvedic medicines and assured us that they would provide a solution. He also advised some lifestyle changes to be followed along with the medicine. She has no other medical issues like diabetes, thyroid problems, or high blood pressure. I have attached her prescription. Please explain the effectiveness of these medicines in reducing the blocks.

Kindly help.

Answer 1

Hi,

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I went through your query and the attached prescription (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

It is an excellent prescription. I am confident that she will see some improvement for her heart block with it. However, remember that the effects of medication vary from person to person. Take these medicines for two months and then go for a re-test. If there is even a slight improvement in her condition, then avoid surgery. If not, proceed with the surgery. So, in short, wait for two months to see if things improve.

Apart from the medications, ask her to follow a low-fat diet and eat one bowl of boiled vegetables daily. Fruits are also recommended. She should drink four to five glasses of warm water daily, which is very good for the heart. Deep breathing exercises of ten rounds twice daily are beneficial for her. Pranayama and yoga are recommended as well; make sure she learns them from a qualified instructor.

I hope this has helped you. Please feel free to reach me again, in case of further queries.

Thank you.