Abhyanga is one of the most popular therapies for the preservation of health described in Ayurveda. It is the process by which the body of an individual is anointed with oil by gentle strokes. According to Ayurveda all people who are healthy(Swastha) and those who wish to have good health and long life span should have Abhyanga on a regular basis. Normally Abhyanga is performed in 7 body positions for duration of 30 to 45 minutes. Regular
Abhyanga practice has following benefits:
- Protects the body from signs of ageing like wrinkles, dryness, loose
joints,etc. - Prevents vata aggravation and protects the body from degeneration
- Provides a soft and glossy appearance for the skin
- Enhances the functioning of sense organs and promotes sound sleep
- Improves circulation and helps in removing the metabolic wastes and toxins
from the body, there by enhancing the overall well-being and health of the
body
