WHAT IS LUNG CANCER?

The lungs are the respiratory organs of our body. They are a pair of lungs situated in the chest behind the rib cage. They are primarily responsible for the exchange of atmospheric oxygen with the carbon dioxide produced in the body. The lungs receive deoxygenated blood of the complete body through the heart. The cancer of the lungs is usually due to abnormal growth of cancerous cells in the lungs. This growth is uncontrollable and may metastasize to other parts of the body. The lungs also receive tumor cells from other parts of the body but that is not considered as the cancer of the lungs instead it is taken as the metastasized cancer from the respective organ.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF LUNG CANCER?

The lung cancer is the most common cause of death in the modern world. It is a highly fatal form of cancer and is a commonly found disease in today’s world.

The risk factors for lung cancer are:

• Cigarette smoking causes more than 90% of the lung cancers
• Passive smoking is also a big risk factor
• Asbestos fibers are an occupational factor for lung cancer
• Exposure to radon gas
• Family history
• Air pollution

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF LUNG CANCER?

The warning signs and symptoms of lung cancer are not always present. They may be silent in more than 25% of the cases.

The symptoms that show up in the later stages are:

• Shortness of breath
• Wheezing sounds
• Chest pains
• Blood in the sputum
• Dysphagia
• Pneumonia
• Paralysis of vocal cords
• Associated symptoms can be blurred vision, weakness, weight loss, depression

HOW CAN AYURVEDA HELP IN CASE OF LUNG CANCER?

Ayurveda is an ancient Indian system of medicine that makes use of herbs existing in the nature and formulates herbal remedies using the inherent power present in these herbs. We in Ayurveda believe that herbal remedies bring to you the richness of the herbs in a natural, unadulterated form. These combinations help improve immunity and provide strength, endurance and will.

Ayurveda uses the inherent power of natural herbs to bring about wonderful results on the human body. The herbs are natural and 100% safe. Ayurveda helps to naturally enhance the body functioning in an herbal way. The Herbs for lung cancer in ayurveda help stop the abnormal growth of cells and help regenerate normal healthy body cells. In later stages of the cancer Ayurvedic herbs for lung cancer help relieve pain and anxiety. It helps relieve patient from the unearthly pain and suffering.

HERBS IN AYURVEDA THAT HELP IN CASE OF LUNG CANCER

CURCUMA LONGA (CURCUMIN)

Owing to its rich medicinal properties, Curcumin is a widely used herb in case of cancer. Many malignant cancers have found curcumin to be very helpful. Anti-oxidants present in the herb reduce the free- radicals from the body thereby improving the health and immunity. Curcumin herb has rich anti-diabetic properties that make it a wonderful herb to use for diabetic patients. It is a famous Chinese medicine to relieve digestive and liver related diseases. Its anti- inflammatory properties make it a strong herb for various allergies, infections and inflammations. The herb has the power to fight against toxins and infections owing to its rich anti-biotic properties. It is used in many cosmetics due to its beneficial actions on the skin. We use Curcuma longa to prepare Curcumin capsules.

WITHANIA SOMNIFERA (ASHWAGANDHA)

The ancient Ayurvedic herb Ashwagandha is a multiple benefit herb. It was beneficial effects over the complete human body in a natural way. Ashwagandha helps in cases impotency, stress, constipation, rheumatism and many more chronic ailments. A look at these disorders tells us that they are all related to our life style. The increase in stress and manifold decrease in a healthy diet and lifestyle leads to stress induced disorders including many neurological disorders. People usually complain of stress, fatigue, memory and bodily weakness. Most of us face issues of low stamina and endurance power.

Ashwagandha herb plays a vital role in such cases. It is a great antioxidant and has anti-inflammatory properties. It helps to promote overall well-being of the body and nourishes it with strength and immunity. Apart from these, the Ayurvedic herbal supplement for work out has potential powers to nourish the brain to make the functioning of the brain quicker and sharper. It has dynamic results on the male sexual system as it facilitates quicker and longer lasting erections. We at planet Ayurveda provide you the best of Ashwagandha benefits in KACHNAAR GUGGUL.

GILOY (GUDUCHI)

It improves immunity in a natural way. Calcium deficiency in the body can be effectively managed with this herb. It is nature’s best herb to maintain homeostasis in the body and prevent diseases. Giloy is added to GILOY CAPSULES.

COMMIPHORA MUKUL (GUGGUL)

Guggul has highly potent rejuvenating properties. It revitalizes cells and therefore rejuvenates them. Its purifying properties as well as lipid- regulating properties make it a wonderful herb for many health tonics. It is useful for people who have low haemoglobin and are anemic. It is useful in many heath conditions as it has proved its versatility in several conditions. The effect it has on cholesterol and triglyceride levels indirectly protects the heart from atherosclerosis. This property of the Guggul ayurvedic herb helps to prevent the oxidization of cholesterol and therefore control the subsequent hardening of the arteries. The herb is beneficial for hypothyroidism related disorders. The herb promotes the metabolism and therefore aids in weight loss. Guggul is used in the preparation of Kachnaar guggul.

BAMBUSA ARUDINACEA (VANSHLOCHAN)

This Ayurvedic herb acts as a suppressant of cough and help keep the respiratory system clean. It helps in problems like dry cough and sore throat. We use this herb in Kaas-har churna.

PIPER LONGUM (PIPPALI)

Pippali is very effective in case of mucus and cold conditions in the lungs. It enhances vasodilatation and blood circulation to the lungs. It has decongestant, bronchodilator and expectorant properties. It rejuvenates the lungs. People who are prone to frequent colds can get relief from the symptoms by using Pippali. This herb is used in our product kaas-har churna.

VASAKA (MALABAR NUT TREE)

The plant acts as an antibacterial and antifungal herb. It has anti-dyspepsia activity. Its power has been proved as an abortifacient and uterotonic agent. It also has anti-asthmatic activity, bronchodilatory and even wound healing activity. It can generally help diseases like anthrax, throat diseases, tuberculosis, jaundice, scabies, pneumonia and contagious abortions. We use Vasaka to prepare Vasaka churna.

OCIMUM TENUIFLORUM (TULSI)

Tulsi has a strong aroma and thus forms components of various herbal products and teas. It is especially beneficial to the throat and chest. The Tulsi herb has wonderful antioxidant properties and it is believed to remove anti-oxidants from the body. It is believed to help everyday infections like common cold, flu and headaches too. Tulsi leaves are used to prepare tea to relieve common cold. It helps reduce stress and maintain overall emotional balance. It has anti-inflammatory properties and is beneficial in respiratory inflammations like rhinitis and sinusitis. The regular intake of Tulsi helps give relief from croupy cough. Tulsi is a part of various cough syrups and prevents cold, cough, and flu. We prepare Tulsi capsules with this herb.

PLANET AYURVEDA HERBAL PRODUCTS, WHICH ARE HELPFUL IN THE MANAGEMENT OF LUNG CANCER