Cardiovascular Diseases
Cardiovascular diseases are a group of conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, stroke, and high blood pressure. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death globally. In 2019, an estimated 17.9 million deaths were attributed to cardiovascular diseases, which represents 32% of all deaths worldwide. The causes of cardiovascular disease are multifactorial and can be influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. Here are some of the most common causes: High blood pressure, High cholesterol, Smoking, Diabetes, Obesity, Physical inactivity, Family history, Age, Gender, Stress. The primary aim of the treatment is to reduce the over production of mucus, controlling inflammation and lowering cough. As per ayurveda, treatment principle for respiratory disorders is to balance both
In ayurveda heart disease are categorized according to Dosha dominance and Krimi.It appears to be very difficult to incorporate all the cardiovascular condition described by modern medical science into these varieties. Herbal medicines like Arjuna, Pushkaramoola, Bala, Nagabala, Pippali, Yashtimadhu, Hrithaki, Dasamoola etc. possessing hypotensive, hypochlestremic, anti-platelet and thrombolytic activities which play a crucial role in management of cardiovascular disorders.
Some common symptoms of CVDs include:
