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Infertility is a common problem affecting both men and women. Infertility is defined as the inability to conceive a child after one year of trying. In Ayurveda, infertility is known as Vandhyatva. Ayurveda offers various treatments for male and female infertility using herbs, diet, lifestyle changes, and Panchakarma therapies.

Male Infertility


Male infertility can be caused by various factors, including low sperm count, poor sperm motility, abnormal sperm morphology, hormonal imbalances, and other health conditions. Ayurvedic treatment for male infertility includes a combination of herbs and Panchakarma therapies.


Herbs: The following herbs are used to treat male infertility in Ayurveda


  • Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)
  • Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)
  • Kapikacchu (Mucuna pruriens)
  • Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris)
  • Vidari (Pueraria tuberosa)
  • Shilajit (Asphaltum)
  • Safed Musli (Chlorophytum borivilianum)

These herbs help to improve sperm count, motility, and morphology, and also reduce stress and anxiety.

Female Infertility


Female infertility can be caused by various factors, including hormonal imbalances, ovulatory disorders, blocked fallopian tubes, and other health conditions. Ayurvedic treatment for female infertility includes a combination of herbs and Panchakarma therapies.


Herbs The following herbs are used to treat female infertility in Ayurveda:


  • Ashoka (Saraca indica)
  • Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa)
  • Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)
  • Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia)
  • Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
  • Kumari (Aloe vera)

These herbs help to balance the hormones, improve ovulation, and strengthen the uterus.


Male Panchakarma therapies


HerbsThe following Panchakarma therapies are used to treat male infertility in Ayurveda



  • Virechana (Purgation therapy)
  • Basti (Enema therapy)
  • Shirodhara (Oil pouring on the forehead)
  • Abhyanga (Oil massage)

These therapies help to detoxify the body, improve digestion, and balance the hormones, which can help to improve fertility.

Female Panchakarma therapies

Herbs The following Panchakarma therapies are used to treat female infertility in Ayurveda


  • Virechana (Purgation therapy)
  • Basti (Enema therapy)
  • Uttar Basti (Intrauterine oil therapy)
  • Yoni Pichu (Vaginal tampon therapy)
  • Abhyanga (Oil massage)

These therapies help to detoxify the body, improve digestion, and balance the hormones, which can help to improve fertility.

In conclusion

Ayurveda offers effective treatments for male and female infertility using a combination of herbs and Panchakarma therapies.

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