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AYURVEDIC HERB SUPPLEMENTS

Nasya Oil Herbal Oil

Breathe freely with Ayurveda's classic formula for clearing the sinuses, supporting respiratory health, and invigorating your mind. Nasya Oil contains an energizing blend of sesame oil, herbs and essential oils.

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How Does This Ayurvedic Herb Supplement Improve Wellness?

CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEW

Breathe freely with Ayurveda's classic formula for clearing the sinuses, supporting respiratory health, and invigorating your mind. Nasya Oil contains an energizing blend of sesame oil, herbs and essential oils.

Indications

Nasya Oil supports sinus decongestion, immunity, headache relief, mental clarity and focus. When indoor heating dries out nasal passages, Nasya Oil moisturizes them. It is useful for headaches, neck and shoulder tension, and mental sluggishness.

Commentary

Nasya promotes healthy breathing, immunity, clear thinking and the relief of tension in the head, neck and shoulders. It is also thought to support the voice and vision. It is balancing for all three doshas.

Usage

Adults place 5 drops in each nostril. Ideally, lie down with your head hanging off the edge of your bed so that it naturally tilts back. If this is not possible, tilt the head back while standing or sitting. Squeeze the nostrils lightly and softly sniff the oil up the nose. If you sniff too hard, you will taste the oil at the back of your throat and the Nasya will miss the mark. Give the oil a few minutes to soak in before lifting the head. See contraindications.

Ingredients

Sesame oil, Olive oil, Eucalyptus essential oil, Cedarwood essential oil, Lavender essential oil, Rosemary essential oil (Quantity 1 fluid ounce)

Contains: Sesame Oil 1 Gal, Olive Oil 1 Gal

Metabolic Nature of Nasya Oil

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METABOLIC NATURE

Metabolic Nature

Ayurveda assesses metabolic imbalances through 20 main biocharacteristics (gunas). Aggravating them weakens your body and causes imbalance. By knowing which biocharacteristics are habitually imbalanced in your body, you will be able to identify and correct metabolic imbalances before you get sick. Every biocharacteristic has an opposite which balances it (i.e. hot balances cold). You restore balance by favoring diet and lifestyle choices that increase the opposite biocharacteristic.

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CLEAR

ABOUT CLEAR BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.

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LIGHT

ABOUT LIGHT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Lightness is identified by reduced weight.

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MOBILE

ABOUT MOBILE BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Mobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.

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DOSHAS

The Three Doshas / Body Types

Ayurveda is a metabolic theory of medicine that explains individual health, tendencies, and disease patterns through the concept of doshas, which can be understood as your metabolic patterns and tendencies.

Each dosha reflects a distinct metabolic nature and describes strengths & weaknesses in bodily function, and how these affect energy levels, digestion, susceptibility to disease, and many other tendencies.

Your metabolic nature not only affects your physical characteristics, but also influences your mental thought patterns, confidence, and enthusiasm.

Ayurveda balances these metabolic strengths & weaknesses to support your body's vitality and prevent recurrent disease cycles. This support is a critical aid, especially in chronic or incurable disease conditions.

The 3 metabolic body types (doshas), are Catabolic (Vata), Metabolic (Pitta), and Anabolic (Kapha).

Through dosha, Ayurveda empowers people to identify metabolic imbalances early, break repetitive patterns of disease, and cultivate habits that support long-term vitality and well-being.

Ultimately, these metabolic patterns also provide a framework for understanding yourself, including body, mind, and spiritual tendencies.

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PACIFIES
Kapha pacifying
AGGRAVATES
Pitta aggravating Vata aggravating

GREEK MEDICINE / TEMPERAMENTS

The Four Temperaments / Humors

Ayurveda & Greek Medicine were the dominant form of medicine along the Silk Road from England to China and South Asia. They work by assessing your metabolic type, patterns, and nature. Greek medicine recognizes 4 metabolic temperaments, Melancholic, Choleric, Sanguine, and Phlegmatic.

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PACIFIES
PHLEGMATIC

ABOUT PHLEGMATIC BIOCHARACTERISTIC

A Phlegmatic has a cold and wet metabolic nature. The coldness implies a slow metabolism, the moisture that you are well-nourished. Phlegmatics tend towards sluggishness and thickened fluids, including mucus.

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SANGUINE

ABOUT SANGUINE BIOCHARACTERISTIC

A hot and oily nature with a moderate metabolism and a well nourished body makes Sanguine individuals vigorous, vivacious, outgoing and generous, and prone to impulsivity and self indulgence. Bullish and intense when out of balance.

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AGGRAVATES
CHOLERIC

ABOUT CHOLERIC BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Has a hot and dry metabolic nature. Enthusiastic, vibrant and bright. In excess burns up fluids and ojas, irritable. Corresponds to high bilirubin in the blood that irritates and heats up the body and liver.

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MELANCHOLIC

ABOUT MELANCHOLIC BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Cold and dry with a slow, variable or erratic metabolism. Colicky, tense. Withdrawn, pensive, anxious, and hesitant. Analytical, intelligent, detail oriented and creative. Prone to ojas depletion, dehydration, an overactive nervous system, and depression.

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Other

Aromatic

AROMATIC

Herbs or spices with volatile essential oils that present strong aromas. Aromatic oils shock, refresh and numb tissue, with the end result of relaxing, opening and clearing stagnant fluids in tissues.

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Medicinal Benefits, Uses & Herbal Actions of Nasya Oil
Experiences are Personal
Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary. The list of herbal-actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.

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Wakes You Up

WAKES-YOU-UP

Invigorates the body and nervous system, increases energy.

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Anxiolytic

ANXIOLYTIC

Herbs that help people suffering from anxiety or panic. They promote a state of calm and often improve sleep. Most anxiolytic herbs are also nervines.

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Brain Tonic

BRAIN-TONIC

An herb that strengthens the brain and thereby enhances memory or other cognitive functions and improves mental stamina or stability.

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Nervine

NERVINE

Balances the nervous system. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, and even chronic pain. Often they are aromatic in nature.

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Refreshing

REFRESHING

Stimulates and wakes up the body, leaving it feeling cool, fresh, and energized.

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Stimulates Energy

STIMULATES-ENERGY

This category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.

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Flushes Sinuses

FLUSHES-SINUSES

An herb that relieves sinus congestion by flushing out mucus.

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Decongestant

DECONGESTANT

An herb that reduces mucus production often by restricting blood flow to mucus membranes.

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Expectorant

EXPECTORANT

Expectorants help you eliminate mucus from the lungs. These herbs often work by increasing the quantity of mucus, or thinning the mucus. Expectorants are indicated when phlegm congests the lower respiratory tract.

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Antibacterial

ANTIBACTERIAL

Herbs that kill bacteria or slow their growth.

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Antifungal

ANTIFUNGAL

Herbs that destroy fungus.

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Antimicrobial

ANTIMICROBIAL

An agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals.

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Vasodilator

VASODILATOR

A vasodilator is an herb that widens the blood vessels by the relaxation of smooth muscle cells within the vessel walls, thereby increasing circulation systemically or to a local area.

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Foods with a Similar Nature to Nasya Oil

  • Wasabi

    Wasabi has these Actions in Common

    Expectorant, Vasodilator, Antibacterial, Flushes-sinuses, Wakes-you-up, Antimicrobial, Refreshing

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  • Horseradish

    Horseradish has these Actions in Common

    Antimicrobial, Refreshing, Expectorant, Vasodilator, Antibacterial, Flushes-sinuses, Wakes-you-up

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  • Thyme (fresh)

    Thyme (fresh) has these Actions in Common

    Decongestant, Stimulates-energy, Antibacterial, Expectorant, Vasodilator, Antimicrobial, Nervine

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  • Mint

    Mint has these Actions in Common

    Anxiolytic, Stimulates-energy, Nervine, Vasodilator, Antifungal, Refreshing, Wakes-you-up

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  • Cloves

    Cloves has these Actions in Common

    Antimicrobial, Nervine, Antibacterial, Anxiolytic, Vasodilator, Antifungal, Expectorant

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  • Ginger (Fresh)

    Ginger (Fresh) has these Actions in Common

    Brain-tonic, Refreshing, Wakes-you-up, Decongestant, Stimulates-energy, Nervine, Vasodilator

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  • Rosemary

    Rosemary has these Actions in Common

    Antimicrobial, Nervine, Brain-tonic, Stimulates-energy, Antifungal, Decongestant, Vasodilator

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  • Garlic (raw)

    Garlic (raw) has these Actions in Common

    Antimicrobial, Flushes-sinuses, Antibacterial, Decongestant, Vasodilator, Antifungal, Expectorant

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  • Mustard

    Mustard has these Actions in Common

    Decongestant, Stimulates-energy, Expectorant, Vasodilator, Antimicrobial, Flushes-sinuses, Wakes-you-up

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  • Mustard Seed

    Mustard Seed has these Actions in Common

    Expectorant, Vasodilator, Antimicrobial, Flushes-sinuses, Wakes-you-up, Decongestant, Stimulates-energy

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  • Mustard Powder

    Mustard Powder has these Actions in Common

    Wakes-you-up, Decongestant, Stimulates-energy, Expectorant, Vasodilator, Antimicrobial, Flushes-sinuses

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Herbs & Supplements with a Similar Nature to Nasya Oil

  • Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

    Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in Common

    Refreshing, Antibacterial, Stimulates-energy, Antifungal, Vasodilator, Antimicrobial, Anxiolytic, Decongestant, Expectorant, Nervine

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  • Eucalyptus Essential Oil

    Eucalyptus Essential Oil has these Actions in Common

    Decongestant, Expectorant, Nervine, Refreshing, Vasodilator, Antibacterial, Wakes-you-up, Antifungal, Antimicrobial

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  • Breathing Exercises

    Breathing Exercises has these Actions in Common

    Nervine, Refreshing, Stimulates-energy, Wakes-you-up, Anxiolytic, Decongestant, Expectorant

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  • Thyme White Essential Oil - 1/3 oz

    Thyme White Essential Oil - 1/3 oz has these Actions in Common

    Decongestant, Expectorant, Nervine, Stimulates-energy, Vasodilator, Antibacterial, Antimicrobial

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  • Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama)

    Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama) has these Actions in Common

    Expectorant, Nervine, Refreshing, Stimulates-energy, Wakes-you-up, Anxiolytic, Decongestant

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  • Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama)

    Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama) has these Actions in Common

    Nervine, Refreshing, Stimulates-energy, Wakes-you-up, Anxiolytic, Decongestant, Expectorant

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  • Sinus Rinse

    Sinus Rinse has these Actions in Common

    Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Decongestant, Expectorant, Flushes-sinuses, Antibacterial

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  • Hyssop Powder

    Hyssop Powder has these Actions in Common

    Nervine, Refreshing, Stimulates-energy, Vasodilator, Antimicrobial, Expectorant

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  • Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru)

    Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru) has these Actions in Common

    Nervine, Refreshing, Stimulates-energy, Vasodilator, Wakes-you-up, Decongestant

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  • Ginkgo

    Ginkgo has these Actions in Common

    Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Brain-tonic, Nervine, Vasodilator

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Guidelines - Preparation & Dose

5 drops each nostril before bed with head tilted back or as directed by your practitioner.
See guidelines for massage oils
See contraindications below.

TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR
THESE SYMPTOMS

Nasya Oil may be beneficial for these symptoms. The suitability of any herb supplement for a condition is highly dependent on the individual. Please see your doctor before using this herb supplement to treat a medical condition.

CONTRAINDICATED FOR
THESE SYMPTOMS

Nasya Oil may be harmful or contraindicated for these symptoms. Note this is not a complete list of all possible contraindications. Please see your doctor before using this herb supplement to treat a medical condition.

Nasya oil has several benefits, but it also comes with contraindications. Here's when it should be avoided or used with caution:

During Acute Illness or Infection

Right Before or After Meals Pregnancy & Menstruation Right Before Bedtime After Alcohol or Drug Use Children & Elderly Immediately After Bathing or Exercise

Herb Drug Interaction Risk

Here are some potential herb drug interactions with Nasya Oil. Please see your health care provider for more information.

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Reviews for Nasya Oil

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lisa delafield Dallas, TX
2011-06-21
“what oils are in nasya and are they organic?"
Margie C. Roberts San francisco, CA
2013-01-20
“Nasya Oil keeps my sinuses moist and healthy. I used to pop allergy meds and that dried my sinuses and eyes. Continuous use of Nasya oil was a better cure."
sarah scott Monterey, CA
2013-06-20
“I'm an old fan of this product from another company. Nasya oil keeps my nostril passages happy through various dry seasons,"
“Nasya Oil contains Sesame oil, Olive oil,Brahmi, Calamus, Skullcap, Eucalyptus essential oil and is certified organic."
Rose Aldrow Buffalo, NY
2014-12-16
“I am having a great deal of relief using Nasya Oil. I had such dry mucus in my nasal passages and it was becoming painful and somewhat bloody. Once I started using Nasya Oil my passages now feel so much better now. I was wondering how long do you use this oil. Is there a limit to its usage? "
Heather Vaughan, CAy, RYT Albuquerque, NM
2014-12-16
“Hi Rose, Nasya Oil is safe for daily use. The only thing I would suggest is to use plain sesame oil for a week a month so that your body remains reactive to the herbs in Nasya Oil. With long term use, you may develop a tolerance which is easy to avoid by alternating with plain sesame oil. Hope that's helpful!"
Rose Aldrow Buffalo, NY
2014-12-16
“Thank you, John. Love you to bits!:)"
Robin Schweizer Landenberg, PA
2015-01-10
“I received my nasya oil just in time. The cold weather and dry night time heated air of winter were just starting to irritate my nasal passages. I was not coordinated enough to drop 5 drops in each nostril as directed. What a mess! I checked the Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies and followed the suggestion for self administration using a clean trimmed pinky finger to massage interior of nasal cavity. "
flower521 North las vegas
2018-03-06
“Have only used this a handful of times but it seems to be working as I have not have near the problem breathing since using it just twice a week.The hardest part is getting over the horrendous taste, if you can get past that it works."
Kimberly Kubicke Asbury park, NJ
2018-03-08
“You shouldn't be experiencing much taste from it, that's a sign that it is dripping down your throat instead of going up into your head. Try adjusting the angle of your head while applying nasya and lay down for 5-10 min after."
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