Panchakarma for Autoimmune Conditions

Autoimmune conditions are a complex category of diseases where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues and loses the ability to differentiate between self and non-self, resulting in chronic inflammation and tissue damage. 

Disorders like Urticaria, Angioedema, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Hashimoto’s and Celiac's disease are all classified as autoimmune conditions. Symptoms can range from mild discomfort to debilitating pain and can significantly impact daily life and overall well-being.

Western medicine often focuses on managing symptoms with medications that suppress immune activity. In contrast, Ayurveda, the ancient medical system from India takes a holistic approach when treating autoimmune conditions and emphasises on eliminating the root cause with Panchakarma.

Panchakarma - A Deep Cleansing and Purification Therapy

Panchakarma (in Sanskrit meaning ‘five actions’) aims to cleanse the body of toxins (ama) and restore balance to the doshas Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, which are fundamental energies that govern physiological and psychological processes in the body.

At our Ayurvedic clinic in Grey Lynn we treat many clients with autoimmune conditions who have struggled to achieve the results they were hoping for through Western Medicine and are searching for a more integrative approach. 

Our eight day Panchakarma programme involves the intake of ayurvedic herbs and medicated ghee, a simple mono diet, cleansing treatments, purgation, enemas and rejuvenation. 

A Transformative Experience

Feedback from a recent client who sought assistance to treat her autoimmune conditions and completed our Panchakarma therapy:

“Meeting Sarita and experiencing Panchakarma treatment with her was truly life-changing for me.

Since December 2023 I have been struggling with Urticaria and Angioedema. Almost everything I ate triggered reactions, leaving my body covered with itchy rashes and my face swollen nearly every day. During this challenging period, I lost 7.5 kg because the only food I could tolerate was rice and peas. I was desperate and losing hope of ever getting better.

With my understanding of Ayurveda, I knew that Panchakarma was my last and best hope for improvement. That's when I met Sarita.

Her professionalism and expertise shone through from the start. She conducted a thorough diagnosis and crafted a personalised treatment plan for me.

After just seven days of Panchakarma therapy, I noticed immediate results. I could enjoy home-cooked meals again, and the swelling reduced significantly, occurring only once every two weeks.

I highly recommend Ayurveda New Zealand to anyone suffering from allergies or chronic stress reactions, or even if you just need a good cleanse for your system. Sarita's knowledge and Panchakarma treatment can truly transform your health and well-being.” 

Supriya Zende, Business Analyst, Auckland - May 2024

Looking Ahead

Panchakarma’s integrative approach and focus on restoring harmony within the body offers a promising avenue for managing autoimmune conditions. As more individuals seek alternatives to conventional treatments, the role of Ayurvedic medicine, particularly Panchakarma, in complementing and enhancing overall health continues to gain recognition.