Say NO to hay fever, congestion and allergies! 

One of Ayurveda’s most popular treatment in spring is called Nasya.

Also known as Shirovirechana, Nasya is great for lubricating the nasal passages, cleansing and rejuvenating the tissues and organs of both the head and neck.

I absolutely love Spring season - earlier sun rises, the blossoming flowers and crisp cool mornings. As you have read in our recent articles, Spring season is a great time to incorporate light and cleansing foods and treatments, such as Nasya, to bring balance to the body and mind

The elements that make up Kapha dosha are water and earth. The qualities of Kapha include heaviness, moisture, cold, soft and slow. During this time of the year we are prone to conditions such as colds, allergies, sinus congestion etc. Especially those with Kapha dosha in their constitution!

Nasya treatment is one of the five treatments traditionally performed during Panchakarma treatment. ‘Pancha’ means 5 ✋in Sanskrit. Spring is a great time to undergo a Panchakarma detoxification program! In addition to treating cold symptoms, allergies, and congestion, Nasya is indicated in chronic sinusitis, migraines, epilepsy, degenerative diseases of the brain, and tinnitus.

Inhalation of herbal smoke, called Dhumapana, is generally performed after Nasya Panchakarma treatment at Lakshmi Ayurveda. The combination of nasya and Dhumapana is great for removing excess Kapha dosha. We do not recommend this treatment at home, as it is best supervised by an experienced Ayurvedic practitioner.

 If you would like to administer Nasya Oil at home, we suggest using cleansing type of Nasya Oil such as Anu Thailam, shadbindu thailam or Vacha oil during the spring season. 

Two drops in each nostil, generally in the morning and on an empty stomach. However, it is best to speak with an Ayurvedic practitioner to determine which oil will be most suitable for you. Some individuals need a nutritive Nasya Oil (Ksheerabala or Brahmi Nasya oil) to treat indications of dryness or Vata disorders.

If you are curious to learn more, you are welcome to call/text 0406 810 547 or email us at info@lakshmiayurveda.com.au for further information.

From the Lakshmi team, we wish you a great and healthy spring 

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