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Akshitarpan (Eyes Rejuvenation Therapy)

Also known as: Tarpan, Netra Tarpan, Netra Basti Netra Tarpan means nourishment of the eyes . Among all sense organs, eyes are considered the most important. Netra Basti is an effective Ayurvedic treatment for rejuvenating and nourishing the eyes. In Ayurveda, we find the concept of Chakshushya — many food items, medicines, and procedures are described specifically for eye care. Tarpana is one of the most efficient therapies in Ayurvedic eye care. The phrase Akshi Tarpana (Netra Basti) is derived from Sanskrit, where Akshi refers to Netra (Eye) and Tarpana stands for nourishment. 🌿 🌿 🌿 What is Akshi Tarpan? Akshi Tarpana is a unique procedure in Ayurveda. A wall is constructed with paste prepared from Yava (barley) and Masha (black gram) around the eye socket — resembling a well, to a height of two Angula (finger breadth). Herb-infused Ghrta (ghee) is then placed over the eyes for a specific period ...

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Early morning sneeze(allergy)

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