Discover the power of Ayurvedic therapy Nasya

Nasya is a comprehensive Ayurvedic ritual for the regeneration of the mind, breath and central nervous system. It brings us a deep cleansing and overall revitalization of the head and sensory organs. Nasya is also a key procedure within the Ayurvedic comprehensive system of healing the body through five cleansing therapies, called Panchakarma.

What is the Ayurvedic principle of the Nasya procedure?

Nasya focuses on the head, neck and sensory organs. According to Ayurveda, the nose is considered the gateway to the head and brain. The therapy involves the controlled application of warm herbal oil into the nostrils, effectively harmonizing the entire area above the collarbone.

Ayurvedic texts describe Nasya as a technique that helps remove accumulated Kapha dosha and toxins from the sinuses, neck and head. Increased Vata nourishes the dosha and thus calms the nervous system. This process also has a profound effect on the flow of life energy Prana and the quality of the mind.

Profound effects on the head and nervous system

Thanks to the direct connection of the nose to the brain and nerve centers, Nasya works far beyond the respiratory system. The oils reach deeper tissues and affect the Marma points (vital energy points) in the head area.

The therapeutic benefits of Nasya include:

Calming the central nervous system: Significantly reduces Vata dosha in the head, thereby alleviating anxiety, nervousness and feelings of mental overload or overwhelm.
Improving cognitive function and sleep: Brings a sense of clarity of thought and helps deepen sleep.
Respiratory tract and allergies: It clears the respiratory tract, helps with chronic rhinitis, dryness of the nasal mucosa and alleviates seasonal allergic reactions.
Tension Relief: Effectively releases tension in the forehead, neck and shoulder areas, often leading to relief from chronic headaches and some types of migraines.

Nasya at Ananda Spa: Part of regeneration in autumn and winter

At Ananda Spa, we have integrated this millennia-old technique into our offering as an important complement to our autumn and winter therapies. The current season, characterized by wind, cold and dryness, naturally increases Vata dosha, which is manifested by nervous system instability and drying of mucous membranes. And the warm Vata-relieving oil applied during the Nasya procedure is therefore ideal for grounding, lubricating and calming>.

Nasya is therefore an excellent end to the full-body Abhyanga oil massage , during which the body is better prepared for a deeper and more targeted head treatment. After the procedure, clients usually experience a feeling of deep grounding, clarity and peace in the head, which is key to preventing autumn and winter imbalances.

Book an appointment at Ananda Spa and experience a time when breath, mind and body reconnect and strengthen in perfect balance.