Inhalation therapy that cleanses sinuses and breathing cavities. Nasya includes several therapies that are designed to remove toxins and mucous from the head. The therapy starts with a gentle oil massage of head, face and chest, after which these areas are heated. This is followed by inhalation of herbal steam, pouring herbal decoction into each nostril, gargling of sea water and inhalation of the smoke of turmeric plant (Curcuma longa).
Nasya is used to treat many head related problems such as: aphonia, bronchitis, cataract, facial paralysis, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, sinusitis , migraines and catarrh.
The therapy is beneficial if performed on a regular basis, because it keeps the throat, eyes, nose and ear healthy. Nasya prevents the early graying and loss of hair, and slows down the aging process.