At night, our body does a tremendous amount of work to cleanse, reset, and restore itself. Ayurvedic dinacharya practices are performed in the morning to help the body clear out metabolic wastes from its nightly labors. Applying nasya oil is one of the many things we can do to support this cleansing process. Nasya application provides a wide range of benefits including lubricating and protecting the nasal passages, relieving sinus congestion, soothing nasal dryness, releasing tension in the head, and easing accumulated stress. Ayurvedic practitioners have traditionally prescribed this practice to improve the quality of the voice, strengthen vision, and promote mental clarity. The oil is balancing for all three doshas—vata, pitta, and kapha. 

Application Instructions 

• Immediately after showering, lie down on your back in a comfortable place, and tilt your head back. If you are lying on a bed, you may hang your head off the edge of the bed or place a small pillow beneath your neck for support. 

• Place 3–5 drops of nasya oil in each nostril. With skill, you can administer the oil drop by drop, circling the inside perimeter of the nostril, thoroughly coating the nasal membranes. 

• Inhale deeply, and then rest for a few minutes, allowing the nasya to penetrate the nasal tissues.

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The sole purpose of these articles is to provide information about the tradition of Ayurveda. This information is not intended for use in the diagnosis, treatment, cure or prevention of any disease