Mahanarayan oil is a substance long used in Ayurvedic medicine (a form of alternative medicine that originated in India) as a massage oil. Typically, it’s made from a blend of sesame oil, camphor oil, and a variety of herbs. Mahanarayan oil is often used to soothe sore muscles, as well as treat a number of health issues.
Often used in massage, Mahanarayan oil is thought to reduce muscle tension and treat sore muscles and joints. In addition, topical use of Mahanarayan oil is said to aid in the treatment of arthritis, headache, inflammation and others.
Nirgundi – Nirgudati shareeram rakshati rogebhaya – One which protects body from diseases
Ayurveda is a nature’s blessing to humans and we are lucky enough to have that. Nirgundi is obtained from herbal medicinal aromatic shrub scientifically known as Vitex negundo, belongs to a Verbinace family.
It constitutes of phenol, dulcitol and alkaloid – vitricine, B-Sitosterol, camphene, angoside, acunbin, casticin, artemetin and orientin, etc.
It is a richest source of Vitamin C among Indian gooseberry which makes it one of the best anti-inflammatory and anti-biotic herb. It has anti-pyretic and anti-arthritic properties too. Various types of arthritis, ulcers, sciatica and pain can be effectively treated with Nirgundo oil.
Nirgundi oil is useful in reducing joint and muscular pain by gently massaging the pain area with the oil.
- Relieves muscular, joint and Arthiritc pain.
- It contains natural ingredients.
- Ayurvedic formulation.
- Instantly soothes the pain and relaxes the muscle.
Nirgundi Oil is used for external applications only. Externally it can be used for a very period of time without any side effects.
Owing to a variety of medicinal properties, Gandhpura oil has long since been recommended by Ayurveda, the traditional system of healthcare and wellbeing, to relieve joint, muscle and associated pains. Scientifically known as Gultheria fragrantissima or the Wintergreen Essential Oil, this extract is known for its anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, anti-bacterial, antiseptic and analgesic benefits. It is for these very reasons, this oil has become popular among people suffering from joint and muscular ailments such as arthritis, gout, osteoporosis, rheumatoid, backache, stiff muscles, sprains, cramps, tendonitis, sciatica, neuralgic pain and local inflammatory swellings etc.
Usage of (Gandhpura oil) for relieving joint pains
The regular usage of Gandhpura oil followed by a gentle massage onto the affected area is known to provide an immediate relief, along with long lasting results. Besides, it also has some amazing aromatic properties. Since ‘fragrant’ forms a part of its name, its pleasant and distinctive fragrance help further increase the relief factor offered by the oil. Not only this, the oil also exhibits promising antispasmodic properties in terms of providing relief from a variety of spasms, including those associated with muscular, digestive, respiratory as well as nervous systems. The oil also works as a great source of stimulator, repellent and pain killer.
Enhanced benefits
The Wintergreen tree is basically native to North American regions, as well as various hilly areas of the Indian Subcontinent. The essential oil extract is obtained by steam distillation of its leaves, a process which gives us two main components, known as gaultherilene and methyl salicylate. The latter, which is actually the chief component, possesses aspirin-type properties and happens to be used as an important ingredient in a variety of joint-pain relieving oils and ointments. Methyl salicylate is known to induce an anaesthetic effect on the nerves surrounding the joint, thus relieving the pain to some extent. The massage that is performed using this particular oil helps increase blood circulation and as well it provides warmth and comfort to the joint in pain, thus inducing relaxation around there.
Apart from those mentioned above, Gandhpura oil also provides a variety of other side benefits such as eliminating foul smell owing to its aromatic properties, acting as an effective astringent, preventing microbial infections, stimulating flow during menstruation, etc. However, a word of caution here: as enticing as its usage may appear, please note that this oil, owing to the presence of methyl salicylate, is also known to be highly poisonous in nature. Therefore, the oil should only be used for topical purposes. The same should never be consumed orally, or inhaled such as by means of aromatherapy. Besides, even for topical application, make sure to take only small amount and use it for gently massaging all around the affected area.
