GYNECOMASTIA

Definition

Gynecomastia is the condition when male breast gland tissue swells and becomes unusually large. It is mainly caused by naturally or may be change in balance between the hormones testosterone and estrogen. Breast gland enlargement may affect males of all ages, including newborn male babies, during puberty and older adults. It can happen to one or both breasts.

Causes of gynecomastia

Testosterone hormone decrease usually with an increase in the hormone estrogen causes most case of gynecomastia.

• Hyperthyroidism
• Hormonal imbalance
• Puberty
• Andropause: It is a phase in a male’s life that’s similar to menopause in a female.
• Obesity
• Malnutrition
• Liver cirrhosis
• Excessive intake of alcohol
• Chronic renal failure
• Drugs: Such as steroids and amphetamines can cause estrogen level to increase slightly.

Symptoms of gynecomastia

• Breast discharge
• Tenderness in breast
• Pain, especially in teenagers
• Sensitivity of nipples when they rub against the cloths
• Swelling
• Stretched areola ( dark area around the nipple becomes stretched)
• Breast cancer
• Hard lump

Risk factors

• Puberty
• Chronic renal insufficiency
• Klinefelter syndrome
• Obesity
• Old age
• Intake of steroids

Do’s and don’ts for Gynecomastia

• Don’t use steroids
• Control your weight
• Avoid intake of alcohol
• Don’t eat soy products, frozen or processed food
• Avoid eating beetroot
• Intake Vitamin-D, E, omega-3 fatty acids, zinc based food
• Take whole fruits or green leafy vegetables

Beneficial herbs for gynacomastia

1. Milk thistle

Breast enlargement can be an indication of liver diseases milk thistle helps the liver function better.

Milk thistle are consume either in a pill, powder or raw form.

2. Amla

Amla acts as a testosterone booster include High vitamin C. Amla juice also helps to detox the body

3. Haritaki (Harad)

Consuming haritaki powder can help to balance hormones and reduce stress levels. It also helps in removing the toxins from the body.

4. Gokshura

Gokshura helps in boost energy and testosterone hormones in the body.

5. Flaxseeds

It contains omega-3 fatty acids that help raise testosterone  and reduce estrogen levels and also removal of harmful toxins from the body.

Chandigarh Ayurvedic Centre has its own GYNAECOMASTIA CARE KIT for pure and herbal treatment of Gynaecomastia. This kit has contains following medicines.

Gynecomastia Care Kit

 No. Products Quantity

1       Makar Rasayan Tablet         60 Tablets

2       Kapha Balance Tablet 60 Tablets

3       Right Shape Oil     2 bottles

4       Detox Tablet 60 Tablets

5       Cyst Heal Tablet   60 Tablets

Usage: As directed by the physician.

The ayurvedic treatment for gynecomastia involves reducing the weight and balancing the impairment of fat metabolism. It is due to impairment of Kapha Dosha in the body.  This is primarily done through Aahar, i.e. diet and Vihar, i.e., lifestyle changes. Gynecomastia causes a massive impact on the psychological as well as social aspects of an individual. There are various herbs and medicines that are effective in treating gynaecomastia such as CAC Kapha Balance tablet, CAC Cyst heal tablet, CAC Makar rasayan tablet etc.

Chandigarh Ayurvedic Centre has its own GYNAECOMASTIA CARE KIT for pure and herbal treatment of Gynaecomastia. This kit has contains following medicines.

1. Makar Rasayan Tablet

MAKAR RASAYAN tablet is a herbo-mineral tablet and is purely Ayurvedic formulation. CAC MAKAR RASAYAN tablet help in balancing all the three doshas. It helps to rejuvenate body tissues and act as an immuno modulator. It helps in proper blood circulation. It prevents the skin from dryness.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

2. Kapha Balance Tablet

Kapha tablet is a healthy blend of herbs formulated to balance Kapha doshas without aggravating Pitta and Vata doshas. It can also be used to alleviate any temporary Kapha imbalance. It is very effective in Kapha season that is late winter and spring. It consists of warming and astringent herbs that help to balance the system throughout the cold season.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

3. Right Shape Oil

RIGHT SHAPE OIL is 100% safe and pure Ayurvedic formulation. It is effective in reducing the fat around the belly and gives a better shape to your tummy in just a few weeks of regular use. This oil is made up of extracts of various natural ingredients like Garlic oil, Black pepper oil, Ginger oil, Giloy, and Karpoor. You can even use this oil to tone your thighs, arms and more areas of fat deposit

Recommended Dosage: Apply this oil to the areas of Fat deposit and massage for 15-20 minutes.

4. Detox Tablet

Chandigarh Ayurved Centre Detox tablets are 100% natural & safe containing 1gm herbs extract. The herbs used for formulation of these tablets show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-stress, & immuno-modulator properties.The herbs & minerals used for preparation of this churna shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immuno-modulator properties.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

5. Cyst Heal Tablet

CAC Cyst heal tablet is a pure ayurvedic medicine that contains various herbs extract that works on the any kind of abnormal growth like cyst, myoma, polyp, lipoma, lumps in breast, benign or malignant tumor. Cyst heal tablet helps in reducing any kind of abnormal growth in the body and reducing overall body weight. It treats menstrual irregularity, increases ovulation and follicular maturity, PCOS and treats female infertility as well.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.