kashaya Vasti

kashaya Vasti

Kashaya Vasti is an Ayurvedic treatment that involves the administration of medicated herbal decoctions rectally. This therapeutic procedure is known for its cleansing, detoxifying, and rejuvenating effects on the colon and the entire body.

During Kashaya Vasti, a specific herbal decoction, prepared by boiling medicinal herbs in water, is administered into the rectum using a special enema apparatus. The herbal decoction is retained in the colon for a specific duration, allowing the medicinal properties of the herbs to be absorbed by the body.

Benefits of Kashaya Vasti include:

  • Detoxification: The herbal decoction helps remove toxins and impurities from the colon, promoting overall detoxification of the body.
  • Relief from Digestive Disorders: Kashaya Vasti is beneficial for conditions like constipation, bloating, gas, and indigestion, as it helps regulate bowel movements and improve digestive function.
  • Balancing of the Doshas: By pacifying Vata Dosha (the biological energy associated with movement and dryness) in the colon, Kashaya Vasti helps balance the Doshas and promote overall health and well-being.
  • Alleviation of Joint Pain: This therapy is also beneficial for conditions like arthritis and joint pain, as the herbal decoction helps reduce inflammation and relieve pain.