WHAT IS NETRA BASTI?

Netra Basti, an Ayurvedic therapy, offers a unique approach to eye care. In yogic philosophy, the Sanskrit word *Avidya* refers to the veil of illusion that distorts our perception of reality. Practicing yoga and Ayurvedic treatments like Netra Basti help remove this veil, allowing us to see life more clearly. Specifically, Netra Basti focuses on maintaining the health of our sensory organs, particularly the eyes.

Netra Basti involves creating a small dam around the eyes using dough made from organic flour. This dam is filled with warm, clarified butter, or ghee. The patient then opens their eyes and performs gentle eye exercises while submerged in the ghee for about 10 minutes. This process is both restorative and preventative, offering a host of benefits for the eyes and overall well-being.

Benefits of Netra Basti

• Reduces tension and alleviates migraine headaches.
• Soothes dry, itchy eyes, providing much-needed relief.
• Helps in managing allergies by calming the eyes.
• Improves vision by nourishing the optic nerves.
• Enhances concentration and mental sharpness.
• Combats eye strain from prolonged screen time on TVs, computers, and smartphones.
• Relieves eye socket tension, twitching, and squinting.
• Eases wrinkles and diminishes dark circles around the eyes.
• Slows the natural degeneration of eyesight with age.
• Ghee’s lipid structure mirrors the body’s natural lubrication, making it particularly beneficial for optic nerve tissues, even for those with prosthetic eyes.

The benefits of Netra Basti extend beyond the eyes due to the strong connection between the eyes, brain, and nervous system. During treatment, some individuals may experience mild stinging or therapeutic tearing—both are natural as the body cleanses and repairs the tissues. Additionally, post-nasal mucus may flow, helping to relieve sinus congestion and pressure.

After the treatment, it is advisable to rest with your eyes closed. This downtime is crucial for supporting the therapy’s effects and should not be interrupted by activities like watching movies or reading. Instead, use this period to relax and absorb the therapy’s benefits fully.

Once you experience Netra Basti, you’ll likely become a proponent of this ancient treatment. The physical effects leave the eyes feeling silky smooth, while the energetic effects enhance positive visualizations and mental clarity.

*Note: Always use 100% Pure Cow Ghee for this therapy. Ghee available in grocery stores might be flavored and is not suitable for Netra Basti.*