Are you looking for the best Ayurvedic Medicines for Weight Loss?

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You are at the right place. Today I will tell you about some really good Ayurvedic Medicines for Weight Loss which are tried out by people for centuries and have zero side effects.

Ayurveda has been helping us to get rid of several health issues in the last four thousand years. It is ancient wisdom achieved by Indian doctors/sages for the wellbeing of humanity.  Ayurvedic medicines are prepared from plants and help to cure the root cause of any ailment. It might take longer time than allopathic medicine but no side effect is its huge plus point.

Ayurvedic Medicines for Weight Loss

Obesity is a major problem in today’s world. Due to the regular consumption of junk food, cold drinks and unhealthy lifestyle the percentage of obese people is increasing each year. You can read my post on height weight chart for adults to find out if you are obese.

Let us know about some Ayurvedic Medicines that can aid in weight loss. (1)

1. Punarnava

Punarnava tea is used widely to remove toxins from the body. The diuretic properties of punarnava help in removing all the unwanted toxins from your body and helps in reducing weight fast. It helps in better regulation of metabolism activities which keeps your stomach clean and healthy.

2. Triphala

Triphala is a combination of three fruits which include Amla,  Bibhitaki and Haritaki. All the three ingredients used to make Triphala are very effective in improving digestion, detoxification and rich in nutrients. (2)

Amla which in a botanical language known as Phyllanthus Emblica is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. It flushes out all the harmful toxins resulting in better health. Bibhitaki helps in controlling bad cholesterol. If your stomach is happy and healthy then you can stay away from several health issues including obesity. It facilitates the absorption of essential nutrients in your body which results in weight loss naturally.

Triphala helps in keeping the gut healthy, prevent any microbial infection and boost overall immunity. (3)

3. Lemon & Honey

Lemon and Honey help in detoxification of your body resulting in healthy weight loss. It provides vitamin C and essential antioxidants.  It is preferable to consume lemon & honey with warm water to increase your metabolism and trigger weight loss. This drink works more effectively if consumed empty stomach in the morning.

4. Honey & Cinnamon

Cinnamon and Honey is an excellent ayurvedic medicine for weight loss. Cinnamon helps in reducing LDL cholesterol which in turn helps in weight loss and better health. It has quality like insulin, what it does is help breaking the sugar and provide energy.

Have honey and cinnamon empty stomach as first thing in the morning. This health drink along with proper exercise and diet helps in achieving weight loss quickly.

5.    Wheat Grass

Wheat Grass is a powerhouse of nutrition. It has various vitamins like vitamin A, E, and C along with essential nutrients like Iron, Magnesium and different amino acids. The antioxidants like glutathione boost the immune system. Wheat Grass is generally available as a portion of supplementary food. Many people know this element as a weight gain promoter but there is no such statement that wheatgrass promotes weight gain or weight loss.

In total, wheat grass has 17 amino acids and many of these are essential. They are not produced by your body but has to be taken from any food source, so you know it is kind of very nutritious food.

Basically, wheatgrass helps you to absorb maximum nutrients from your food. Since you get sufficient nutrients from the food you eat it also reduces your appetite and that promotes weight loss. (4)

6. Guggul

Guggul is a gum resin extracted from Mukul plant (Commiphora wightii). The resin is dried and powdered for better use. Guggul detoxifies your body and also lowers your body cholesterol levels. It helps to stabilize your blood sugar which is greatly responsible for weight loss.

Guggul contains a plant sterol called guggulsterone which is a great antioxidant and antitumor. It affects the hormones like estrogen and progesterone. It also stimulates thyroid gland functioning. Consumption of Guggul along with regular exercise can help in quick weight loss.

7. Bottlegourd Juice

Lauki or bottle gourd is a very nutritious vegetable. It is low in saturated fat and cholesterol. It is packed with nutrients like riboflavin, zinc, thiamine, vitamin C, iron, magnesium, and manganese.  Bottle gourd has a high water content which replenishes water levels in the body and provides a cooling effect.

Due to high dietary fiber, it treats constipation and keeps you satiated for a longer time. Bottlegourd Juice improves your digestion, stabilizes your blood sugar and reduces food cravings. All these are key factors in losing weight.

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8. Cabbage

Cabbage is packed with essential fibers, Vitamin A, C, B-6, potassium, magnesium etc. All these nutrients are very helpful for healthy weight loss. Being rich in essential fiber, cabbage will keep you full for longer period of time. Cabbage can be cooked like a vegetable or salad or soup, whatever you like.

9. Cambogia

Cambogia is the peel of a fruit of the Malabar Tamarind plant. It contains a high amount of hydroxycitric acid which greatly promotes weight loss. Generally, it helps to cut off fat from your belly area. It is a superfood for the people who have excess belly fat.

10. Fasting

There are many rumors regarding fasting and weight loss. Some people believe it helps in weight loss whereas some believe it does not. So, does fasting actually helps in weight loss? The answer is yes but only when it is done in a proper way.

During fasting, your body fat gets dissolved to provide energy to your body. This helps to cut off your body fat and lose weight. It also provides rest to your digestive system.

In Indian culture and Ayurveda, there are different ways of fasting on different occasions or weather conditions. Sometimes it is without water sometimes without carbs, sometimes only fruit etc. Fasting is done in different ways in different countries. It is best to follow your family tradition or local tradition while fasting.

11. Raw Garlic

You may not know but raw garlic is excellent herbal medicine for weight loss. The Allison compounds in it help reduce unhealthy fats and lowers bad cholesterol. If you saute or roast garlic, then the compounds are reduced or completely lost so better to consume raw garlic.

Raw Garlic consumed on an empty stomach helps to improve digestion, cleanse and detoxify your body. You can consume garlic as an accompaniment with your food.  Some people even prefer to consume raw minced garlic with salad.  Raw garlic mixed with water is a common Indian home remedy for high blood pressure and hypertension.

Honey with raw garlic helps to boost your immunity, purifies blood and also has antibacterial properties. This combination is well known for its weight loss properties and can even be stored in a jar. It must be consumed regularly as soon as you get up for better results.

12. Ginger

Is ginger a fat burner? The answer is Yes. Studies have suggested that ginger is excellent for burning a few extra calories.  Ginger suppresses your appetite, it also boosts your immune system, improves your digestion and also has inflammatory properties which in total promotes weight loss.

Giger also helps to prevent bloating and fluid retention to a greater extent. It can help you burn specifically belly fat due to all its benefits. You can consume ginger with tea, or make a health drink by mixing ginger juice, lemon and some other elements of your choice with water. Ginger also helps to cure a cold and flu. It is an excellent antioxidant and prevents nausea.

13. Beet Root and Mint

This mixture can be consumed in form of juice. It contains antioxidants and many essential nutrients. Beetroot has a good combination of dietary fiber, half soluble and half insoluble. It contains no carbs and fat. That is why it can greatly detoxify your body, improve blood flow which increases metabolism and that trigger weight loss.

It also keeps control over your blood sugar and blood pressure that help weight loss. Magnesium present in beetroot supports optimal nerve and muscle functioning. Mint is well known for its detox properties. It also provides essential electrolytes and flavor.

14. Horse Gram (Chana Dal)

This disc-shaped is a powerhouse of plant-based protein which helps in weight loss. It suppresses appetite by supporting appetite-reducing hormones like GLP-1, PYY, and CCK. It reduces the levels of hunger hormone – ghrelin, which reduces cravings and thus aids weight loss. This helps improve your digestion. It is low in calorie but high in protein and that will help you to have a low-calorie diet and will promote weight loss.

15. Clarified Butter (Ghee)

Ghee or Clarified butter is excellent for weight loss. Surprised, aren’t you? But do you know all fats are not bad? Ghee or Indian clarified butter contain omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids that those are good fats that help our health to grow. It is an excellent combination of conjugated linolenic acids.

It can also remove the bad fatty acids from your body and help to lose weight. When you will consume ghee in your food you don’t need to use any other fatty substance which contains bad fat and that helps to lose weight.

16.  Pomegranate

Pomegranate is a portion of great food for weight loss. It is full of antioxidants, antitumor and anti-inflammatory properties which promotes weight loss. Pomegranate stimulates fat reduction, also suppresses your appetite. It is a low-calorie. Polyphenols present in pomegranate helps in suppressing hunger, increasing satiety levels and helps to lose weight.

17. Indian Gooseberry or  Amla Juice

Amla and Aloe Vera Juice has great detoxifying and anti-inflammatory properties. Regular consumption of it helps to detoxify and flush of the unwanted elements from your body. It also increases your body metabolism which greatly triggers weight loss.

Amla is rich in vitamin C, amino acids, iron, fiber, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. It greatly helps to improve your skin and hair. Vitamin C in Amla juice helps to speed up the metabolism and improves immunity.

18.  Aloe Punch

Aloe Punch is Aloe Vera extract. It greatly promotes weight loss due to its amazing natural effects. It has antioxidants that cleanse your body.  Aloe vera juice is a storehouse of 32 different vitamins, minerals, enzymes, trace nutrients. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties.

Aloe punch improves your digestive system, keeps control over cholesterol level of your body. It helps to reduce the acidity in the body and promotes an alkaline environment. This improves gut bacteria and overall digestive health. Due to all these benefits, it naturally helps in losing the excess unwanted fat.

19.  Use copper vessels

It may sound a little new but it is really effective for weight loss. You can use copper water bottles, or copper containers to get the essence of copper. Copper greatly functions as a fat cutter. It also improves your digestive system that promotes weight loss.

20. Orange

Orange is an amazingly tasty fruit that can also help you to lose weight. It has antioxidant properties that help to detoxify your body. It is a great source of thiamin, vitamin C, folate that supports weight loss.

Orange increases your body metabolism that triggers the fat burning. Oranges are fiber-rich foods, fiber helps to improve gut health and digestive system. All these factors promote weight loss and fat burning in your body.

21. Tulsi

Holy Basil or Tulsi is an ancient herb which also helps in losing weight. It contains a great number of antioxidants. You can chew some fresh tulsi leaves on an empty stomach or add it in your morning cup of tea. It helps to reduce the levels of cortisol, the stress hormone.

It also improves digestion and increases body metabolism. Tulsi leaves greatly help in absorption of essential nutrients and helps to reduce cholesterol levels. These properties greatly trigger weight loss.

22. Black Pepper

Pepper is a spice that is widely used across the globe. It is a storehouse of nutrients. It contains vitamin K, A, C and essential minerals like calcium and potassium. This ayurvedic medicine is also rich in healthy fats and dietary fiber which makes it a superfood for weight watchers.

Black pepper contains piperine which restricts fat accumulation and speeds up metabolism.  It is excellent for improving your immunity as well. Pepper helps to increase satiety levels and helps your body in extracting nutrients from food. It also assists in the secretion of more digestive juices which helps to digest protein. You can sprinkle pepper powder over your salad, fruits, juices etc.

23. Carom Seeds  (Ajwain)

Carom seeds are widely used in Indian cuisine. They are excellent for reducing bloating and water retention.  Carom seeds are well known for its medicinal use especially in a stomach related problem.

Boil a spoonful of carom seeds in water (1 cup) and let it cool down. Drink this mixture early in the morning. You can eat a handful of dry fruit mix or an apple before drinking this mixture. This home remedy is also helpful during constipation or stomach upset.

You can include carom seeds in your bread or flatbread. It can also be used in vegetable preparations or salad. It improves digestion and helps in weight loss.

Hope you liked this article on the ayurvedic medicines for weight loss. Do write to me with your experience.