Nasya Treatment in Ayurveda

What is Nasya treatment?

Nasya treatment in Ayurveda is a specialized procedure focusing on cleansing and rejuvenating the nasal passages. 

Nasya Treatment involves the instillation of medicated oils or powders into the nostrils.

This therapeutic process aims to nourish the nasal cavity, sinuses, and upper respiratory tract, promoting optimal functioning of these areas.

Nasya Treatment mainly treats head, throat, and eye problems. 

Aim Of Nasya Treatment in Ayurveda

The main aim of Panchakarma treatment is to remove the doshas throughout the nearest or most accessible route. 

The nasal cavity is the door of the Shiras (head or cranium). 

Medicine administered through the nose spreads through the Shiras and helps evacuate Dosha, thereby pacifying the diseases. 

Nasya Karma or Nasya Treatment is the main line of treatment for diseases above the clavicle, and it is the only purification procedure focussing on the upper part of the body and respiratory system. 

Along with these, Nasya Karma has the following benefits.

• Can be used even in Unconscious patients
• Promotion of health as a part of Dinacharya
• Rapid drug absorption via highly vascularised mucosa
• Avoiding the gastrointestinal tract and first-pass metabolism
• Improved bioavailability
• Lower side effects

Diseases treated by Nasya Therapy

Nasya Ayurvedic Treatment has been found effective in managing and treating various diseases. 

Some common conditions that can be treated with Nasya include:

Diseases about the head region: Migraine, Sinusitis, insomnia, premature greying, Alopecia, Epilepsy, Mania, Contractions, facial palsy, convulsions, spasm, Hemiplegia, Heaviness in the head, Coma, intoxication, Fainting, Loss of smell, etc  

• Eye disease: Congestion of eyes, Cataract, Diseases of the eyelid
• Conditions pertaining to teeth and oral cavity: Toothache, Sensitivity, Loose tooth
• Speech disorders: Hoarseness of voice, Difficulty in speech, Spasmodic speech, Slurred speech
• Diseases pertaining to throat: Goitre, Lockjaw, Uvulitis, Tonsillitis, Laryngitis, Pharyngitis, 
• Shoulder and neck: Cervical spondylosis, Frozen shoulder  
• Face: Hyperpigmentation, Moles
• Respiratory system: Allergies and hay fever, Catarrh
• Ear: Tinnitus and hearing problems

What are the different types of Nasya and Nasya Oils? 

Nasya Ayurvedic treatments come in various forms, each tailored to specific doshic imbalances and health conditions. The following are some examples of Nasya:

Pratimarsha Nasya 

Pratmarsha Nasya entails instilling a few drops of medicated oil or herbal decoction into the nostrils daily to maintain overall nasal and respiratory health. Pratimarsha nasya is the milder form of nasya, where medicine in the dose of two bindus is installed into each nostril with the help of a Gokarna or dropper.

Shamana Nasya 

Shamana Nasya uses herbal oils, ghee, or medicated powders to treat specific doshic imbalances and medical conditions.

Brihmana Nasya

A combination of herbal oils, ghee, and medicated powders nourishes and rejuvenates the nasal passages and sinuses.

Marsha Nasya 

Use of herbal oils to lubricate and protect the nasal passages and sinuses, particularly in higher doses as a part of panchakarma procedure.

Pradhamana Nasya 

In Pradhamana nasya, a fine churna form of the drug is administered into the nostrils of the patient with the help of a special Nadiyantra in the head-low position.

Avapeedaka Nasya

It is a type of nasya wherein extracted juice from medicinal plants is entitled into the nasal cavity.

The dose should be determined carefully as it has a solid purgative action in the head. 

Dhooma Nasya 

It is a unique technique where the drug is lighted up and placed in dhooma nadi. The medicated smoke coming out of the dhooma nadi is made to enter the nasal cavity and is eliminated by the oral route. Smoking is done twice for the Prayogika dhooma, once for the Snaihika dhooma and three to four times for the Vairechanika dhooma. For the virechana type, the dhooma nadi should be 24 angulas in length and breadth measuring one’s angula. The snaihika type should be 32 angula in length, and 36 Angula in length for Prayogika dhooma.

Nasapana

Nasapana is specially mentioned in the context of apabahuka or frozen shoulder. Nasapana may be considered a modified procedure of Nasya, but it is not in practice. The patient is made to drink medicine through the nose in this procedure.

Among all the Nasya types, Pratimarsha Nasya is meant to be performed daily for healthy living. 

Ayurveda recommends using Pratimarsha Nasya as a daily routine in healthy individuals to maintain proper health and immunity.

Pratimarsha Nasya can be performed on healthy people and those suffering from certain diseases. 

The procedure is quick and easy because Pratimarsha Nasya is performed with less medicine (two drops in each nostril). 

As a result, an individual can efficiently perform it without assistance. There are no special preparations or post-procedure care requirements for this procedure. 

Furthermore, complications are extremely unlikely. 

There are no age or time restrictions, so it can be performed at any time and any age, particularly in the elderly who are weak or injured. 

However, it is not recommended for people who drink alcohol, have worm infestations in their heads, have chronic rhinitis, or have any other serious health problems.

Oils used for Nasya Treatments

Nasya oils are carefully selected and prepared using a combination of traditional herbs and ingredients. 

Brahmi, sesame, and Anu thailam are some of the most common oils in Nasya treatment.

• Stroke and Facial palsy: Anu taila, Dhanvantara taila, Karpasasthyadi taila, Ksheerabala taila
• Headache: Ksheerabala taila (7 and 101), Varunadi ghrita, Anu taila, Shadbindu taila
• Chronic and Allergic Rhinitis: Shadbindu taila, Anu taila
• Bleeding disorders: Breast milk, Durva swarasa (cynodon dactylon) 
• Slurred speech: Ksheerabala taila
• Hyperpigmentation, Moles: Kumkumadi taila
• Premature greying: Bhringraj swarasa
• Mental disorders: Brahmi ghrita, Kalyanaka ghrita, Paishachika ghrita, Panchagavya ghrita 

What are the Benefits of Nasya Treatment

Nasya treatment offers a wide range of benefits for the body and mind. Some key advantages of this holistic therapy include:

Boost Sinus and Respiratory Health

Regular Nasya practice helps clear the nasal passages and sinuses, improving respiratory tract health overall. 

It can help with congestion, allergies, sinusitis, and other respiratory problems.

Relieves headaches

Nasya provides effective and natural relief for various headaches, including migraine, sinusitis, and tension headaches affecting the head and neck region. 

By clearing the blocked channels, it reduces the severity and frequency of headaches.

Addresses Mental concerns

Nasya promotes mental clarity and calmness, effectively managing stress and anxiety. 

Nasal delivery systems can increase the fraction of the drug that will reach the CNS after its administration.

Improves nervous and bone degenerative pathologies 

Nasya, especially the brhmana form of nasya, helps in nourishing the nervous system and prevents degeneration 

Treats shoulder and neck pathologies

Nasya is particularly beneficial in almost all shoulder and neck pathologies, including cervical spondylosis, frozen shoulder, thoracic outlet syndrome, etc, as it helps uproot aggravated vata and kapha dosha from the body.

Imparts Better Eye Health 

Nasya treatment alleviates eye strain, dryness, and other eye-related issues, improving overall eye health. 

Nasya practice can also have significant benefits for eye health. The nasal passage is directly linked to our eyes in Ayurveda. 

Medicated oils reach the eyes and nourish them when applied through the nose during Nasya. 

This practice can aid in managing and preventing various eye conditions, such as dry eyes, eye strain, and even age-related matters such as senile cataracts.

Sound Sleep

Nasya treatment promotes better sleep quality by improving nasal airflow and reducing congestion, waking you up refreshed and energised.

Stress Relief

Nasya treatment’s calming effects can help reduce stress, calm the mind, and promote relaxation. 

Nasya therapy uses medicated oils that calm the mind, reducing stress and inducing sound sleep.

Enhances brain health 

Nasya is thought to stimulate brain cells and improve cognitive functions because the nose is believed to be the pathway to the brain. 

Nasya is thought to improve cognitive functions such as memory, concentration, and intellectual capacity. 

The treatment stimulates the brain by clearing the nasal pathway, increasing oxygen supply, and thus improving neural connectivity and overall brain function.

Bestows with a better sensory function 

Nasya promotes the proper functioning of the sensory organs. 

It can help prevent vision problems, hearing loss, and premature greying of hair loss.

Promotes Oral Health

Nasya also benefits oral health by preventing diseases like gingivitis and pyorrhoea. It also aids in the prevention of sensitivity and tooth decay.

Improves skin health

Nasya is also well-known for its skin-health benefits. 

When medicated oils are inhaled, they reach the deeper tissues of the skin, nourishing and revitalizing them. 

This therapy also detoxifies the body by removing toxins contributing to skin problems. 

Nasya improves the body’s metabolism by balancing the tridoshas, enhancing the skin’s natural glow. 

It improves blood circulation to the skin, nourishing and promoting a healthy complexion. Nasya practice regularly can help reduce skin issues such as acne, pigmentation, and dryness, resulting in healthier, more radiant skin.

Addresses your hair concerns

Nasya can also make a significant difference in the health of your hair. Nasya’s medicated oils nourish the scalp and hair follicles as they travel through the body, encouraging hair growth and strength. 

By improving scalp health, Nasya can help control common issues like dandruff, scalp inflammation, and hair loss. 

It regulates sebum production by balancing the body’s doshas, ensuring optimal scalp health. 

Nasya’s increased blood circulation promotes hair growth by effectively delivering nutrients to the scalp.

Nasya Treatment Procedure

Nasya is a procedure wherein medicaments are instilled into the nasal cavity in doshas, especially about uttamanga, to achieve desired multidimensional effects. 

Materials required: (For Marsha Nasya) 

• Nasya oil: q.s
• Oil for Abhyanga: q.s
• Calibrated dropper/gauze to instil the nasya drug. 
• Pillow, chair for dhooma nasya, table, Cotton pad, gauze, lotus petals protect eyes while swedana.
• For fomentation: boiling water, towels or arrangement for nadi swedana (pressure cooker without weight, prolonged heat resistant flexible pipe. appropriate swedana materials for tapa sweda (cloth/towel/hot water bag).
• Gokarna
• Warm water for Kavala
• Karpooradi or haridradi dharma earth/ other suitable drugs
• Paper cone for placing the dhoomavarti
• Disposable sterile plastic container for spitting(preferably transparent)
• Clean cotton towels, cotton balls, tissues, etc, for cleaning purposes

Age group eligible for nasya: 7-80 years 

Dose determination of nasya

When the index finger is dipped up to two joints in the liquid and taken out, the amount of liquid falling from it is considered one bindu. One bindu is 0.5 ml approx.( for oil)

For Sneha nasya:10 or 8 or 6 bindu, respectively, for uttama, madhyama and avara matra. 

Preoperative procedure

• The patient is advised to wash their face and mouth with lukewarm water
• Abhyanga is done over shiras, laiata, kapala, greeva & skanda
• Nadisweda or tapasweda can be done.
• Abhyanga over the palm and sole can be done.
• Dhoomapana (herbal smoking) can be done for srotosodha (in case of nasal congestion)
• Eyes are bandaged with a clean gauze piece after placing lotus petals, and cotton pad overdosed eyelids
• Then Nadi sweda is done (urdhwajathru)
• Dhoomapana can be done to clear passages inside the body, if necessary
• The patient is made to lie in a supine position with slightly elevated legs and head extended backwards

Main Procedure

• The medicine was mildly warmed over a water bath.
• The prescribed dose of medicine is taken in the Gokarna and poured into either nostril, closing the other in a continuous single-stream
• Immediately after the instillation of medicine, a mild massage is done over the hands, feet, neck, and shoulders.
• Mridu swedana can be done in the abovementioned areas with a heated cloth.
• The patient is made to inhale the medicine with moderate force and spit it through the mouth, turning their head to either side instead of rising from the cot.
• The patient is asked to lie in the same position for 100 matra kala (3-5 minutes) as per Ayurvedic scriptures; it can vary according to the patient’s condition.
• Dhoomapana is done with suitable drugs according to the type of Nasya.
• Kavala, or gargling with warm water, is done to clear the throat.
• The team should be wiped off, and dry powder (used for preparing the group) is gently nibbed over the anterior fontanelle.
• It is advisable not to eat food 2 hours before and 1 hour after Nasya.

Precautions While positioning the patient for Nasya

• If the head is not sufficiently bent, the nasya dravya will not enter the shiras or head. If the head is more bent, the dravya may enter the wrong passage and cause complications like headache, dizziness, etc. It causes aggravation of kapha loss of appetite, and the disease aggravates.
• If a patient spits on one side only, proper medicine spreading won’t occur.
• If the patient talks, sneezes, laughs, gets angry or excessively moves his head while doing nasya, the nasya dravya won’t reach the expected site and instead causes complications like cough, sinusitis, rhinorrhoea, headache,
• Patients must avoid exposure to dust, sun breeze, drinking excessive water, alcohol, sneha dravya, bathing, excessive walking, etc.
• Head bathing should be avoided during the nasya period if the bath is not contraindicated; it can be given after 3 hours.

Avapeedaka Nasya

Avapeeda nasya is usually administered for two purposes: stambhana and sodhana. It is named so because the medicine has to be squeezed to obtain the nasya dravya

Materials required

If the drug is wet (Eg, tulsi leaves, ginger, etc.)

• Mortar & pestle
• Clean white cotton cloth (Make sure coloured cloth is not used)
• Honey, swarasa, etc, should be added

Preoperative procedure

Preparation of medicine

Paste of the prescribed medicine is prepared and squeezed in a clean cloth to get clear juice. 

If the medicine is theekshana to the patient, it can be diluted with milk or other suitable liquids, as mentioned by the physician.

Dose 4-8 Bindu 

Preparation of the patient

Abhyanga and sweda depend on dosha avastha and the purpose of nasya.

In the liquified state of dosha – without or with minimum sweda

In case of slightly aggravated dosha, abhyanga and ooshma sweda can be done

If done for sthambhana purpose, fomentation should be avoided

Procedure and postoperative procedure  are similar to marsha nasya

Pradhamana Nasya

It produces profuse dosha sodhana. The drug to be used should be in the form of fine powder. 

Dose 1-2 pinches

Materials required

• Six inches long straw (Preferably tetra pak piercing straw)
• Fine powders obtained from a micro pulveriser or filtered with 200-number mesh or similar cotton cloth

Other Preoperative and postoperative procedures similar to marsha nasya

Procedure

The powder is filled in the straw and blown into the nostril

Complications of Nasya

Severe burning sensation – Nasya with sugar-dissolved cold water, plain gritha Nasya

Sirodhoomayana – Nasya with Ksheerabala

Nasal bleeding- Nasya with Doorva swarasa + honey or Vasa swarasa

Repeated sneezing: Sneha nasya with ksheerabala 101

Precautions

Do a very minute test dose before using theekshana nasya. (Both the doctor and patient-in dose of milligrams)-A person should not do the blowing with infections that could be spread by touch/droplets/breath of air.

Duration of Nasya Treatment

Nasya treatment duration varies depending on the severity and nature of your nasal congestion or sinus condition. 

Typically, the treatment consists of a series of sessions spread out over 7 to 14 days, or it may extend up to 21 days in some cases. 

The therapy begins with a thorough medical history evaluation, followed by a personalised treatment plan tailored to your specific requirements.

Precautions for Nasya treatment

When undergoing Nasya, there are a few things to keep in mind for the best results:

• Take careful note of the practitioner’s instructions. The oils used, and the duration they are performed can vary depending on your dosha and the specific ailments being addressed.
• Never go for nasya before evacuating the natural urges.
• The duration of Nasya treatment can vary depending on the individual’s condition and response to the therapy. Generally, a course of treatment may span from a few days to several weeks.
• During the treatment, it is important to follow certain precautions:
• Nasya should be avoided during pregnancy, menstruation, or any active nose bleeding.
• Individuals with acute infections or fever should avoid Nasya treatment.
• It is advisable to perform Nasya under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner.
• After Nasya treatment, it is recommended to:
• Avoid exposure to extreme cold or dust.
• Rest and avoid strenuous activities.
• Maintain a healthy diet and way of life to aid in the healing process.
• Ascertain that you are in the proper position. It would help to lay supine, extending your arms and legs, legs slightly raised, and head slightly extended up to 45 degrees.
• Make time to relax. Nasya causes toxins to be released from the body, so getting more rest allows your body to flush them out more effectively. Walking is an excellent way to get some light exercise but avoid strenuous activity.
• Eat light, warm meals. Soups, stews, and cooked vegetables are the easiest for your body to digest during treatment. Foods that are heavy, oily, or spicy should be avoided.
• Put on something comfortable. Because your body emits heat, wearing loose, breathable clothing made of natural fibres helps keep your body temperature stable.
• Be patient when it comes to “aggravations.” Toxin release can temporarily aggravate symptoms. This indicates that the treatment is working. The pain is usually minor and will go away in a few days.

You’ll get the most out of Nasya if you follow these suggestions. While the oils and massage provide immediate healing benefits, how you care for yourself during and after treatments can have an even more significant impact. Slow down, stay warm, and stay hydrated—your body and mind will thank you.

Do’s and Don’ts

There are a few things you should keep in mind while performing Nasya

Do’s

• Rest as much as possible. Nasya balances your doshas, while rest allows your body and mind to heal.
• Drink plenty of warm water to help your body flush out toxins. Staying hydrated will aid in the healing process.
• Eat light, warm meals. Nasya advises a light diet of warm porridge and lukewarm water for drinking. 
• Gentle exercise, such as walking or yoga, is recommended. Your body’s natural healing mechanisms are stimulated by light movement. Avoid strenuous activity for the next 24 hours.
• Seek medical attention if any concerning symptoms appear. While side effects are uncommon, contact your Ayurvedic practitioner immediately if you notice any signs of infection or an allergic reaction.

Don’ts

• Strenuous physical exercises
• Exposure to sunlight
• Sexual intercourse
• Excessive walking and other exercises
• Exposure to cold, smoke, sunlight
• Foods that are cold, oily, heavy, or spicy, as these can make your body accumulate toxins.
• Tobacco use and alcohol consumption
• Head Bath
• Day sleep or sleeping excessively
• Long periods spent in cool, breezy, or dusty environments
• Forcing the body’s natural urges or reflexes, such as defecation, urination, hunger, thirst, sleep, sneezing, and so on, is a form of torture to yourself.
• Use high or low-level pillows while sleeping. 
• Staying up until late at night      
• Long-distance strolling
• The patient should not sleep for extended periods or stay awake until late at night.
• The head position (pillow placement) should be neither too high nor too low while sleeping.
• The patient should avoid experiencing emotional highs and lows.
• Excessive speaking or shouting, speaking loudly, and so on
• Maintain a stress-free and pleasant mental state.

Following these suggestions will allow you to get the most out of your Nasya treatment.

Check with your practitioner for any additional recommendations based on your dosha and condition.

Aftercare for Nasya Treatment

You may require additional rest time following therapy.

A soothing, warm water bath is recommended. Dashamool, nirgundi, bala, and other herbs can treat the water. 

Following that, you can consume the decoction, such as Gandharvahastadi kashayam, as directed by your doctor. Following that, you can eat light foods. 

Light foods and lukewarm water are always beneficial in conjunction with effective therapy. 

As this Ayurvedic therapy cleanses your senses and mind, you can use this time to avoid unwanted thoughts. 

Continue your day in a relaxed and leisurely manner after the session.

How to do nasya treatment at home?

Let’s explore how to do the Pratimarśha Nasya, the daily recommended procedure at your comfort zone. 

It is possible to use gingelly, coconut, ghee, or medicated oils such as anu taila. 

Two drops of the prescribed medicine or oil must be gently instilled into each nostril, either lying down or sitting up. 

It is usually recommended to do it in the morning and evening. 

Aside from the two timings mentioned above, Ayurveda explains thirteen additional timings for Pratimarsha Nasya to achieve better results. 

Among them, ‘before leaving the house’ is an important time for using Pratimarsha nasya. 

We create an oil film of protection within the nose by applying medicines into the nostrils, which protects us against all types of infections.

FAQ’s

What is the effect of nasya on the brain?

Nasya treatment stimulates the olfactory nerves, which are directly connected to the brain. 

It can promote mental clarity, improve memory, and enhance overall cognitive function.

Acharya Charaka, a great Ayurvedic propounder, has described that the nasal cavity is the only cavity to the cranium. 

So, the medicine administered through the Nasal cavity can quickly spread to the head and get absorbed. 

It is explained that Nasa being the gateway to Shirah, the drug administered through the nostrils reaches Shringataka marma, a Siramarma in the Nasa Srota and from there it spreads in the Murdha (Brain), taking routes to the Netra (Eyes), Shrotra (Ears), Kantha (Throat) and loosens the morbid doshas from Urdhwajatru and expels them from Uttamanga.

Shringataka is situated on the inner side of the middle part of the head. The role of Shringataka Marma in Nasya Karma can be interpreted in the following ways. So, from an Ayurvedic point of view, assimilation and transportation of Nasya drugs take place through Shringataka Marma and reach local as well as general circulation.

The primary principle behind nasya is that wherever any irritation takes place in any part of the body, the local blood circulation increases. 

When the provocation of Doshas takes place in Shiras, the irritating effect of the administered drug results in increased blood circulation to the brain. 

Ultimately, these morbid Doshas are thrown out as nasal discharge, tears & saliva. 

Indu, the commentator of Astanga Sangraha, mentioned the exact Sthana of the Stingataka Marma, which can be considered the middle Cephalic Fossa. 

The middle cephalic fossa is the region that, in connection with Ethmoid and Sphenoid sinuses, consists of Meningeal vessels, mainly Internal Carotid Artery. 

Cranial Nerves (3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th) and the Optic Nerve. The pituitary gland can be approached through the Sphenoidal sinus by transantral and transnasal routes. 

The sphenoidal sinus is inferiorly connected with the Naso-Pharynx and posteriorly with the brain stem. 

Advantages of Nasal delivery of drugs:

• Drug degradation is absent
• The hepatic first-pass mechanism is absent
• Rapid drug absorption
• The quick onset of action
• Better nasal bioavailability for smaller drug molecules
• Drugs which cannot be absorbed orally may be delivered to the systemic circulation through the nasal drug delivery system
• Convenient route when compared with parenteral route for long-term therapy

Which is the best time for Nasya Treatment

Generally, Nasya treatment is more effective on an empty stomach in the morning. But on considering the doshas, season and diurnal variations, the following are the best timings

• For Kapha disorders: Morning
• For Pitta disorders: Afternoon
• For Vata disorders: Evening
• For Healthy individuals: Morning in autumn and spring season
• For the Winter season, Afternoon
• For the Hot season: Evening
• For Rainy season: In the presence of sunlight

Which is the best oil for Nasya

The primary choice of Nasya oil depends on your specific doshic imbalance and health condition. Some common oils used in Nasya treatment include Brahmi, Sesame, and Anu Thailam.

• Stroke and Facial palsy: Anu taila, Dhanvantara tail, Karpasasthyadi taila, Ksheerabala taila
• Headache: Ksheerabala taila (7 and 101), Varunadi ghrita, Anu taila, Shadbindu taila
• Chronic and Allergic Rhinitis: Shadbindu taila, Anu taila
• Bleeding disorders: Breast milk, Durva swarasa (cynodon dactylon) 
• Slurred speech: Ksheerabala taila
• Hyperpigmentation, Moles: Kumkumadi taila
• Premature greying: Bhringraj swarasa
• Mental disorders: Brahmi ghrita, Kalyanaka ghrita, Paishachika ghrita, Panchagavya ghrita 

Nasya Treatment Side effects

Nasya therapy, if performed correctly, bestows you with immense health benefits. Still, if it is performed in the wrong manner, it can lead to accumulation and aggravation of doshas or may cause complications like excess thirst, belching, nasal bleeding, etc.

When Should I Avoid Nasya

You are supposed to avoid the nasya procedure during indigestion, after meals, after intake of oil or ghee as a part of the snehana procedure, consuming alcohol and water, post head bath, having hunger, being intoxicated, fainting, suffering from thirst, being tired, injured by weapon, fatigued due to coitus, exhausted due to alcohol, fever of recent origin, afflicted with grief, undergone virechana, pregnant, afflicted with acute rhinitis, during improper season, and cloudy day.     

Why is it important to do Pratimarsha Nasya before going out? 

While outdoors, we may be exposed to polluted air and are susceptible to infection from close contact.

Most diseases are transmitted through the air; all microparticles enter the body primarily through the nostrils. 

After a certain amount of filtration, the remaining microorganisms and dust particles enter our respiratory system and cause disease. 

When we use oil applications in our nostrils, all of the dust particles adhere to the oil and prevent it from entering our lungs, according to Ayurveda. 

Antimicrobial properties of medicinal oils, such as anu taila, may prevent infection.

 Modern science also explains the much-ciliary clearance mechanism of nasal epithelium and the high permeability and rich vascularized submucosa that allows drugs to be absorbed directly into the systemic circulation.

Considering this information, we should devise a good regimen to protect our bodies from all potentially hazardous environments. So, the fight has begun; be ready to fight infections. Let us strengthen our main entrances. Nasya, let us build a castle on our noses.

Can Nasya Cure Sinusitis?

Yes, Nasya treatment, especially pradhamana nasya, along with other supportive therapies, is beneficial in managing and alleviating symptoms of sinusitis. 

It helps reduce congestion and inflammation and promotes sinus health. 

In the preoperative procedure of Nasya, Abhyanga and Swedana are done. 

Abhyanga causes the thinning of Doshas, and fomentation causes the liquefaction of accumulated Doshas. 

So, according to modern science, Oiling and fomentation increase the local blood supply and liquefy the mucus. Due to vasodilatation, the permeability of blood vessels increases, which makes drug absorption much faster.

In the procedure, the drug in powder is administered into the nostrils through a hollow pipe in the head-low position of the patient. 

Thus, the drugs reach the Shringataka and from there, through different vessels, they spread to other parts like the eyes, other parts of the head, etc. and remove the morbid Doshas. 

The properties of the drug clear the passages and cause the mitigation of Vayu, which is hampered in chronic sinusitis.

In the post-operative procedure, upward massage and fomentation help drain out the Doshas and clear the passages.

In addition, the drug compound has Sroto Shodhan, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, etc., properties, which help to treat the disease.

Is Nasya good for the eyes?

Yes, Nasya treatment can benefit eye health by relieving strain, dryness, and other eye-related problems. 

It alleviates eye strain, dryness, and other issues, improving overall eye health. 

Nasya practice can also have significant benefits for eye health. The nasal passage is directly linked to our eyes in Ayurveda. 

Medicated oils reach the eyes and nourish them when applied through the nose during Nasya. 

This practice can aid in the management and prevention of a variety of eye conditions, such as dry eyes, eye strain, and even age-related issues such as cataracts.

How does nasya help in hair growth?

Hair fall is a common problem faced by many across the world. While many formulas are available to confuse you, Ayurveda can give you the exact results. 

Nasya with Anu Taila can be practised daily as a part of your daily routine to avoid hair issues such as hair fall, premature greying, thinning of hair, etc., and it has been proven effective. 

It nourishes the scalp, strengthens hair roots, and promotes healthy growth.

Can we do nasya with coconut oil?

Coconut oil, especially cold-pressed or virgin varieties, can be used for Nasya treatment. 

Coconut oil can be used for nasya in your daily routine as it is rich in anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties that calm the doshas and uproot the diseases. 

But it is always better to consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner for the best choice of oil based on your specific needs.

 Can I perform nasya oil daily?

Yes, nasya is the only Panchakarma procedure that can be performed daily, but in low doses only. You can enjoy the benefits of instilling two drops of oil or ghee into your nostrils as it nourishes and rejuvenates your body, preventing many diseases by boosting your immunity. 

Can we do nasya twice a day?

Although nasya can be done twice daily, the frequency of Nasya varies from individual to individual, and it should be done at the discretion of an Ayurvedic expert. 

Final thoughts

Nasya is a therapeutic procedure with multiple roles to play in the prevention and treatment of health issues. 

It can be incorporated into your daily routine to maintain physical, mental, and psychological health. 

Let us popularise its utility to meet many more needs. 

Discover for yourself the wonders of Ayurvedic nasya treatment. 

This potent treatment profoundly nourishes and heals your body and mind. 

The inhaled oil soothes your senses and relaxes your muscles as the herbs work their magic. 

Give this rejuvenating experience to your body and take your body to the next level of blissfulness. 

Your body will thank you, and you will emerge feeling revitalised, balanced, and blissful.