When Giselle Merry first visited us at The Ayurvedic Clinic, she was looking for support for some health changes that had developed over time, including unexplained weight gain, raised blood pressure and changes in her general wellbeing. Her treatment with Dr Deepika Rodrigo began with an assessment of her concerns and changes to her diet and lifestyle, followed by regular consultations and Panchakarma treatment. After several months, Giselle reported significant changes in her weight and overall wellbeing, and she later returned to Dr Deepika when she and her partner were trying to conceive but were experiencing various fertility challenges.
Over the course of her three-year journey, Giselle’s treatment evolved to address her changing health needs, from weight management and wellbeing to fertility treatment and successful conception. This case study explores her experience at the clinic, the treatment she received and the results she reported along the way.
Stage 1 of Treatment – Seeking Support for Unexplained Weight Gain
Giselle’s treatment journey began after she experienced steady weight gain around 2004 despite maintaining what she described to be a healthy diet. When she visited her GP, she was shocked by the amount of weight she had gained and was also concerned about her increased blood pressure, along with other changes in her health such as mood swings. Her GP assured her that “everyone is different” and advised her not to worry about these concerns, but Giselle knew something deeper was amiss.
It wasn’t until a friend mentioned her own transformation with Dr. Deepika Rodrigo at the Ayurvedic Clinic that she considered an entirely different approach to her health. Giselle then scheduled her first consultation with Dr. Deepika where she began a personalised programme.
Dietary Changes and Early Progress
An important part of Giselle’s initial treatment was a change to her diet. Dr Deepika provided her with a diet plan that removed several foods from her usual routine and also advised her to stop taking the contraceptive pill.
Although Giselle initially found the changes difficult to follow, she committed to the programme and lost 6 lbs within just 2 weeks. She also noticed changes in how she looked and felt, with improvements becoming noticeable at the early stage of treatment. She recalls that her friends and family began commenting on the positive changes, while she felt that her eyes looked brighter and the swelling in her face had reduced.
This is because Ayurvedic treatment takes into account factors such as diet, lifestyle, medical history and emotional wellbeing when developing an individual treatment plan which allows recommendations to be adapted to the patient’s specific needs
Continued Treatment and Panchakarma
Giselle continued her consultations with Dr Deepika every two weeks, where her treatment also addressed the emotional concerns she had been experiencing alongside her weight gain. During the first five months of treatment, she underwent two Panchakarma treatments, which she describes as “the most amazing experience.” Giselle reported that the changes she had experienced had become part of her everyday life.
Reported Results After Treatment
“I am the most relaxed, calm I have ever been; this is now a way of life for me. The dark cloud over my head has gone for good! I thoroughly recommend Dr Deepika and the Ayurvedic Clinic to anyone…..”
After months of treatment, Giselle describes feeling significantly different in herself and considers the changes to have become a way of life, reporting that she;
- Lost nearly two stone
- Lost the “fiery temper” she had associated with herself
- Became calmer and more relaxed
Stage 2 of Treatment – Fertility Treatment and Successful Conception
Giselle’s treatment journey later took a different direction when she and her partner decided to have a baby. After around six months of trying to conceive, her partner underwent fertility testing and was found to have low semen volume, for which he received treatment, but when n pregnancy still did not occur, Giselle underwent fertility testing herself. The results indicated that she was not ovulating.
Her GP prescribed Clomid, which stimulated ovulation, but she did not become pregnant during this period of treatment. This is when she returned to the clinic to once again receive treatment from Dr. Deepika.
Ayurvedic Fertility Treatments for Giselle and Her Partner
Ayurvedic fertility care takes an individualised approach, considering factors such as medical history, previous fertility treatment, lifestyle and overall health. Treatment can include personalised dietary and lifestyle recommendations alongside Ayurvedic herbs or medication and other therapies.
For Giselle, the focus at this stage was on supporting ovulation. Dr. Deepika prescribed herbal formulations designed to support natural ovulation and nourish the reproductive system. This approach was to restore the body’s natural capacity to conceive. Herbal powders were also prescribed for her partner to address the specific fertility concerns identified during fertility testing.
Successful Conception and Post-Partum Weight Loss at the Ayurvedic Clinic
“He is now 6 months old and has been an absolute ideal baby. So far, he is so happy and content; we are so lucky. Thank you Dr Deepika!”
In April 2008, while undergoing another course of treatment, Giselle discovered that she was six weeks pregnant. On November 29, 2008, Ethan Charles was born: a healthy baby weighing 8 pounds.
Giselle’s treatment with Dr Deepika continued after the birth of her son to address weight gained during her pregnancy. Having previously experienced significant weight loss through dietary changes, regular consultations and Panchakarma, she sought further support following pregnancy.
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Giselle’s journey is one we are very grateful to have been part of. Her commitment to the changes she made throughout her treatment and the trust she placed in Dr Deepika and our team make her story incredibly meaningful to us.
At The Ayurvedic Clinic, we take the time to understand each patient’s health, medical history, lifestyle and individual concerns so that treatment can be tailored to their needs. Our approach includes personalised dietary and lifestyle guidance, Ayurvedic herbal treatments and therapies such as Panchakarma, with ongoing consultations to support patients throughout treatment.If you are thinking about beginning your own Ayurvedic journey, we welcome you to visit the clinic and speak with our team, who will be happy to listen, understand your concerns and discuss the support available to you.
